Building Trades / en Aquilina, Cady, and Willson honored with Advising Award /news/articles/2025-06/aquilina-cady-and-willson-honored-advising-award <span>Homecoming 2025 is right around the corner</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-09T13:12:03+00:00" title="Tuesday, 9 September 2025 - 13:12">Tue, 9 Sep 2025 - 13:12</time> </span> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-AGT-10-2.jpg.webp?itok=eD0a4bXu" width="480" height="320" alt> <p><span>Homecoming activities return to ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ą State in just a couple of weeks. Excitement is growing for the annual celebration that will take place September 18-21.</span></p><p><span>“We are looking forward to a great weekend full of events,” commented Homecoming Family Weekend Committee co-chair John Lewis. “Homecoming is earlier this year, and we are excited to have outdoor events on both Friday and Saturday evenings. The schedule features favorite events from the past mixed in with some new events.”&nbsp;</span></p><p><a href="/HFW"><span>View the Homecoming/Family Weekend Schedule</span></a></p><p><span>Homecoming activities will begin on Thursday with the annual Blue &amp; Gold Dinner* (4:30 – 8 p.m.) in the Terrace. Evening activities include a sand volleyball tournament, a bonfire with s’mores, and a showing of the Buffalo Bills game vs. Miami.</span></p><p><span>Foodie Friday* (6:30 - 8:30 p.m.) and the annual Pep Rally kick things off on Friday evening. Foodie Friday will feature unique street foods, (starting at 7 p.m.), games, and a bonfire while the ASC cheerleading team will host a pep rally. The annual ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ąâ€™s Got Talent event will be held starting at 9 p.m. in the Cappadonia Auditorium.</span></p><p><span>Morning and early afternoon events on Saturday include:&nbsp;</span></p><ul><li><span>The&nbsp;Carly 5K (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=ddfaa705-c7ca-4900-b61d-90d3bbc25d37&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) benefiting the Courage for Carly Fund will start at the Student Leadership Center ground floor at 9 a.m. on Saturday.</span></li><li><span>The Disc Golf course will be available for use all day.</span></li><li><span>The annual Baseball Alumni game (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) will start at 12:30 p.m.</span></li><li><span>The women’s soccer team will take on Thiel College at Pioneer Stadium starting at 1 p.m.</span></li></ul><p><span>Lunch at the Terrace* featuring Music Trivia will be served from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (trivia will take place from Noon – 1:30 p.m.) while a Family Feud game show will take place in MacKenzie Commons from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>The countdown to kickoff of the Homecoming football game begins at 4 p.m. when the Tailgate Barbecue*, College Game Day show (stage outside Pioneer Stadium), the annual car show (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=3f80b8ab-625c-44ac-a69b-72a8f56aec18&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) sponsored by Perk’s Auto, The Old Mill Inn, and Van’s Alignment Services, and the Homecoming Basket Raffle all begin (Parking Lot 20 and 20A).&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>The football team kicks off vs. Buffalo State at 6 p.m. Admission to the game is free courtesy of AIMS Self Storage. At the game, fans over 21 can enjoy the End Zone Party.&nbsp;</span></p><figure role="group" class="align-right"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-Band-Bonfire-Fireworks-03.jpg.webp?itok=8h43GnzX" width="480" height="320" alt> <figcaption>Homecoming fireworks will take place at&nbsp;<br>approximately 9:15 p.m. on Saturday.</figcaption> </figure> <p><span>A fireworks display will take place at approximately 9:15 p.m. Following the fireworks, a late-night movie will be shown in the Student Leadership Center Small Event Space at 10 p.m.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>Once again, Homecoming visitors can sign up for a&nbsp;</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=87bcc0ea-bde8-48d2-b088-2f2ab9bd1252&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>VIP Experience</span></a><span> which includes special parking, dedicated seating, a drink at the End Zone Party, and a ticket to the Tailgate Barbecue.</span></p><p><span>The baseball reunion weekend concludes with a golf tournament at Twin Hickory Golf Course starting at 10 a.m. on Sunday (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>).</span></p><p><span>Weekend activities on campus close out on Sunday with a family brunch* at the Central Dining Hall from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>Homecoming Family Weekend co-chair Sarah Francisco added, “We hope this weekend will be full of memories for our current students, their families, and our alumni. We are counting down the days and can’t wait to see people on campus.”</span></p><p><em><span>*Meal Swipes/Card/Cash Accepted</span></em></p> <div>Category</div> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> <a href="/news/alumni-news" hreflang="en">Alumni News</a> Tue, 17 Jun 2025 15:03:18 +0000 Paul Welker 5869 at Pioneer PROfiles - Kenda Hammond /news/articles/2025-03-24/pioneer-profiles-kenda-hammond <span>Homecoming 2025 is right around the corner</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-09T13:12:03+00:00" title="Tuesday, 9 September 2025 - 13:12">Tue, 9 Sep 2025 - 13:12</time> </span> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-AGT-10-2.jpg.webp?itok=eD0a4bXu" width="480" height="320" alt> <p><span>Homecoming activities return to ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ą State in just a couple of weeks. Excitement is growing for the annual celebration that will take place September 18-21.</span></p><p><span>“We are looking forward to a great weekend full of events,” commented Homecoming Family Weekend Committee co-chair John Lewis. “Homecoming is earlier this year, and we are excited to have outdoor events on both Friday and Saturday evenings. The schedule features favorite events from the past mixed in with some new events.”&nbsp;</span></p><p><a href="/HFW"><span>View the Homecoming/Family Weekend Schedule</span></a></p><p><span>Homecoming activities will begin on Thursday with the annual Blue &amp; Gold Dinner* (4:30 – 8 p.m.) in the Terrace. Evening activities include a sand volleyball tournament, a bonfire with s’mores, and a showing of the Buffalo Bills game vs. Miami.</span></p><p><span>Foodie Friday* (6:30 - 8:30 p.m.) and the annual Pep Rally kick things off on Friday evening. Foodie Friday will feature unique street foods, (starting at 7 p.m.), games, and a bonfire while the ASC cheerleading team will host a pep rally. The annual ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ąâ€™s Got Talent event will be held starting at 9 p.m. in the Cappadonia Auditorium.</span></p><p><span>Morning and early afternoon events on Saturday include:&nbsp;</span></p><ul><li><span>The&nbsp;Carly 5K (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=ddfaa705-c7ca-4900-b61d-90d3bbc25d37&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) benefiting the Courage for Carly Fund will start at the Student Leadership Center ground floor at 9 a.m. on Saturday.</span></li><li><span>The Disc Golf course will be available for use all day.</span></li><li><span>The annual Baseball Alumni game (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) will start at 12:30 p.m.</span></li><li><span>The women’s soccer team will take on Thiel College at Pioneer Stadium starting at 1 p.m.</span></li></ul><p><span>Lunch at the Terrace* featuring Music Trivia will be served from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (trivia will take place from Noon – 1:30 p.m.) while a Family Feud game show will take place in MacKenzie Commons from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>The countdown to kickoff of the Homecoming football game begins at 4 p.m. when the Tailgate Barbecue*, College Game Day show (stage outside Pioneer Stadium), the annual car show (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=3f80b8ab-625c-44ac-a69b-72a8f56aec18&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) sponsored by Perk’s Auto, The Old Mill Inn, and Van’s Alignment Services, and the Homecoming Basket Raffle all begin (Parking Lot 20 and 20A).&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>The football team kicks off vs. Buffalo State at 6 p.m. Admission to the game is free courtesy of AIMS Self Storage. At the game, fans over 21 can enjoy the End Zone Party.&nbsp;</span></p><figure role="group" class="align-right"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-Band-Bonfire-Fireworks-03.jpg.webp?itok=8h43GnzX" width="480" height="320" alt> <figcaption>Homecoming fireworks will take place at&nbsp;<br>approximately 9:15 p.m. on Saturday.</figcaption> </figure> <p><span>A fireworks display will take place at approximately 9:15 p.m. Following the fireworks, a late-night movie will be shown in the Student Leadership Center Small Event Space at 10 p.m.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>Once again, Homecoming visitors can sign up for a&nbsp;</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=87bcc0ea-bde8-48d2-b088-2f2ab9bd1252&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>VIP Experience</span></a><span> which includes special parking, dedicated seating, a drink at the End Zone Party, and a ticket to the Tailgate Barbecue.</span></p><p><span>The baseball reunion weekend concludes with a golf tournament at Twin Hickory Golf Course starting at 10 a.m. on Sunday (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>).</span></p><p><span>Weekend activities on campus close out on Sunday with a family brunch* at the Central Dining Hall from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>Homecoming Family Weekend co-chair Sarah Francisco added, “We hope this weekend will be full of memories for our current students, their families, and our alumni. We are counting down the days and can’t wait to see people on campus.”</span></p><p><em><span>*Meal Swipes/Card/Cash Accepted</span></em></p> <div>Category</div> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> <a href="/news/alumni-news" hreflang="en">Alumni News</a> Mon, 24 Mar 2025 13:23:30 +0000 Paul Welker 5808 at Pioneer PROfiles - Jack LaRouech /news/articles/2024-12/pioneer-profiles-jack-larouech <span>Homecoming 2025 is right around the corner</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-09T13:12:03+00:00" title="Tuesday, 9 September 2025 - 13:12">Tue, 9 Sep 2025 - 13:12</time> </span> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-AGT-10-2.jpg.webp?itok=eD0a4bXu" width="480" height="320" alt> <p><span>Homecoming activities return to ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ą State in just a couple of weeks. Excitement is growing for the annual celebration that will take place September 18-21.</span></p><p><span>“We are looking forward to a great weekend full of events,” commented Homecoming Family Weekend Committee co-chair John Lewis. “Homecoming is earlier this year, and we are excited to have outdoor events on both Friday and Saturday evenings. The schedule features favorite events from the past mixed in with some new events.”&nbsp;</span></p><p><a href="/HFW"><span>View the Homecoming/Family Weekend Schedule</span></a></p><p><span>Homecoming activities will begin on Thursday with the annual Blue &amp; Gold Dinner* (4:30 – 8 p.m.) in the Terrace. Evening activities include a sand volleyball tournament, a bonfire with s’mores, and a showing of the Buffalo Bills game vs. Miami.</span></p><p><span>Foodie Friday* (6:30 - 8:30 p.m.) and the annual Pep Rally kick things off on Friday evening. Foodie Friday will feature unique street foods, (starting at 7 p.m.), games, and a bonfire while the ASC cheerleading team will host a pep rally. The annual ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ąâ€™s Got Talent event will be held starting at 9 p.m. in the Cappadonia Auditorium.</span></p><p><span>Morning and early afternoon events on Saturday include:&nbsp;</span></p><ul><li><span>The&nbsp;Carly 5K (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=ddfaa705-c7ca-4900-b61d-90d3bbc25d37&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) benefiting the Courage for Carly Fund will start at the Student Leadership Center ground floor at 9 a.m. on Saturday.</span></li><li><span>The Disc Golf course will be available for use all day.</span></li><li><span>The annual Baseball Alumni game (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) will start at 12:30 p.m.</span></li><li><span>The women’s soccer team will take on Thiel College at Pioneer Stadium starting at 1 p.m.</span></li></ul><p><span>Lunch at the Terrace* featuring Music Trivia will be served from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (trivia will take place from Noon – 1:30 p.m.) while a Family Feud game show will take place in MacKenzie Commons from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>The countdown to kickoff of the Homecoming football game begins at 4 p.m. when the Tailgate Barbecue*, College Game Day show (stage outside Pioneer Stadium), the annual car show (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=3f80b8ab-625c-44ac-a69b-72a8f56aec18&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) sponsored by Perk’s Auto, The Old Mill Inn, and Van’s Alignment Services, and the Homecoming Basket Raffle all begin (Parking Lot 20 and 20A).&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>The football team kicks off vs. Buffalo State at 6 p.m. Admission to the game is free courtesy of AIMS Self Storage. At the game, fans over 21 can enjoy the End Zone Party.&nbsp;</span></p><figure role="group" class="align-right"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-Band-Bonfire-Fireworks-03.jpg.webp?itok=8h43GnzX" width="480" height="320" alt> <figcaption>Homecoming fireworks will take place at&nbsp;<br>approximately 9:15 p.m. on Saturday.</figcaption> </figure> <p><span>A fireworks display will take place at approximately 9:15 p.m. Following the fireworks, a late-night movie will be shown in the Student Leadership Center Small Event Space at 10 p.m.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>Once again, Homecoming visitors can sign up for a&nbsp;</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=87bcc0ea-bde8-48d2-b088-2f2ab9bd1252&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>VIP Experience</span></a><span> which includes special parking, dedicated seating, a drink at the End Zone Party, and a ticket to the Tailgate Barbecue.</span></p><p><span>The baseball reunion weekend concludes with a golf tournament at Twin Hickory Golf Course starting at 10 a.m. on Sunday (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>).</span></p><p><span>Weekend activities on campus close out on Sunday with a family brunch* at the Central Dining Hall from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>Homecoming Family Weekend co-chair Sarah Francisco added, “We hope this weekend will be full of memories for our current students, their families, and our alumni. We are counting down the days and can’t wait to see people on campus.”</span></p><p><em><span>*Meal Swipes/Card/Cash Accepted</span></em></p> <div>Category</div> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> <a href="/news/alumni-news" hreflang="en">Alumni News</a> Fri, 20 Dec 2024 14:59:18 +0000 Paul Welker 5729 at ASC Heavy Equipment Operations rebuilding flood-damaged areas /news/articles/2024-09/asc-heavy-equipment-operations-rebuilding-flood-damaged-areas <span>Homecoming 2025 is right around the corner</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-09T13:12:03+00:00" title="Tuesday, 9 September 2025 - 13:12">Tue, 9 Sep 2025 - 13:12</time> </span> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-AGT-10-2.jpg.webp?itok=eD0a4bXu" width="480" height="320" alt> <p><span>Homecoming activities return to ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ą State in just a couple of weeks. Excitement is growing for the annual celebration that will take place September 18-21.</span></p><p><span>“We are looking forward to a great weekend full of events,” commented Homecoming Family Weekend Committee co-chair John Lewis. “Homecoming is earlier this year, and we are excited to have outdoor events on both Friday and Saturday evenings. The schedule features favorite events from the past mixed in with some new events.”&nbsp;</span></p><p><a href="/HFW"><span>View the Homecoming/Family Weekend Schedule</span></a></p><p><span>Homecoming activities will begin on Thursday with the annual Blue &amp; Gold Dinner* (4:30 – 8 p.m.) in the Terrace. Evening activities include a sand volleyball tournament, a bonfire with s’mores, and a showing of the Buffalo Bills game vs. Miami.</span></p><p><span>Foodie Friday* (6:30 - 8:30 p.m.) and the annual Pep Rally kick things off on Friday evening. Foodie Friday will feature unique street foods, (starting at 7 p.m.), games, and a bonfire while the ASC cheerleading team will host a pep rally. The annual ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ąâ€™s Got Talent event will be held starting at 9 p.m. in the Cappadonia Auditorium.</span></p><p><span>Morning and early afternoon events on Saturday include:&nbsp;</span></p><ul><li><span>The&nbsp;Carly 5K (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=ddfaa705-c7ca-4900-b61d-90d3bbc25d37&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) benefiting the Courage for Carly Fund will start at the Student Leadership Center ground floor at 9 a.m. on Saturday.</span></li><li><span>The Disc Golf course will be available for use all day.</span></li><li><span>The annual Baseball Alumni game (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) will start at 12:30 p.m.</span></li><li><span>The women’s soccer team will take on Thiel College at Pioneer Stadium starting at 1 p.m.</span></li></ul><p><span>Lunch at the Terrace* featuring Music Trivia will be served from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (trivia will take place from Noon – 1:30 p.m.) while a Family Feud game show will take place in MacKenzie Commons from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>The countdown to kickoff of the Homecoming football game begins at 4 p.m. when the Tailgate Barbecue*, College Game Day show (stage outside Pioneer Stadium), the annual car show (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=3f80b8ab-625c-44ac-a69b-72a8f56aec18&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) sponsored by Perk’s Auto, The Old Mill Inn, and Van’s Alignment Services, and the Homecoming Basket Raffle all begin (Parking Lot 20 and 20A).&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>The football team kicks off vs. Buffalo State at 6 p.m. Admission to the game is free courtesy of AIMS Self Storage. At the game, fans over 21 can enjoy the End Zone Party.&nbsp;</span></p><figure role="group" class="align-right"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-Band-Bonfire-Fireworks-03.jpg.webp?itok=8h43GnzX" width="480" height="320" alt> <figcaption>Homecoming fireworks will take place at&nbsp;<br>approximately 9:15 p.m. on Saturday.</figcaption> </figure> <p><span>A fireworks display will take place at approximately 9:15 p.m. Following the fireworks, a late-night movie will be shown in the Student Leadership Center Small Event Space at 10 p.m.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>Once again, Homecoming visitors can sign up for a&nbsp;</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=87bcc0ea-bde8-48d2-b088-2f2ab9bd1252&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>VIP Experience</span></a><span> which includes special parking, dedicated seating, a drink at the End Zone Party, and a ticket to the Tailgate Barbecue.</span></p><p><span>The baseball reunion weekend concludes with a golf tournament at Twin Hickory Golf Course starting at 10 a.m. on Sunday (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>).</span></p><p><span>Weekend activities on campus close out on Sunday with a family brunch* at the Central Dining Hall from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>Homecoming Family Weekend co-chair Sarah Francisco added, “We hope this weekend will be full of memories for our current students, their families, and our alumni. We are counting down the days and can’t wait to see people on campus.”</span></p><p><em><span>*Meal Swipes/Card/Cash Accepted</span></em></p> <div>Category</div> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> <a href="/news/alumni-news" hreflang="en">Alumni News</a> Fri, 06 Sep 2024 19:45:09 +0000 Paul Welker 5708 at Pioneer PROfiles - Will Banner /news/articles/2024-07/pioneer-profiles-will-banner <span>Homecoming 2025 is right around the corner</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-09T13:12:03+00:00" title="Tuesday, 9 September 2025 - 13:12">Tue, 9 Sep 2025 - 13:12</time> </span> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-AGT-10-2.jpg.webp?itok=eD0a4bXu" width="480" height="320" alt> <p><span>Homecoming activities return to ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ą State in just a couple of weeks. Excitement is growing for the annual celebration that will take place September 18-21.</span></p><p><span>“We are looking forward to a great weekend full of events,” commented Homecoming Family Weekend Committee co-chair John Lewis. “Homecoming is earlier this year, and we are excited to have outdoor events on both Friday and Saturday evenings. The schedule features favorite events from the past mixed in with some new events.”&nbsp;</span></p><p><a href="/HFW"><span>View the Homecoming/Family Weekend Schedule</span></a></p><p><span>Homecoming activities will begin on Thursday with the annual Blue &amp; Gold Dinner* (4:30 – 8 p.m.) in the Terrace. Evening activities include a sand volleyball tournament, a bonfire with s’mores, and a showing of the Buffalo Bills game vs. Miami.</span></p><p><span>Foodie Friday* (6:30 - 8:30 p.m.) and the annual Pep Rally kick things off on Friday evening. Foodie Friday will feature unique street foods, (starting at 7 p.m.), games, and a bonfire while the ASC cheerleading team will host a pep rally. The annual ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ąâ€™s Got Talent event will be held starting at 9 p.m. in the Cappadonia Auditorium.</span></p><p><span>Morning and early afternoon events on Saturday include:&nbsp;</span></p><ul><li><span>The&nbsp;Carly 5K (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=ddfaa705-c7ca-4900-b61d-90d3bbc25d37&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) benefiting the Courage for Carly Fund will start at the Student Leadership Center ground floor at 9 a.m. on Saturday.</span></li><li><span>The Disc Golf course will be available for use all day.</span></li><li><span>The annual Baseball Alumni game (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) will start at 12:30 p.m.</span></li><li><span>The women’s soccer team will take on Thiel College at Pioneer Stadium starting at 1 p.m.</span></li></ul><p><span>Lunch at the Terrace* featuring Music Trivia will be served from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (trivia will take place from Noon – 1:30 p.m.) while a Family Feud game show will take place in MacKenzie Commons from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>The countdown to kickoff of the Homecoming football game begins at 4 p.m. when the Tailgate Barbecue*, College Game Day show (stage outside Pioneer Stadium), the annual car show (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=3f80b8ab-625c-44ac-a69b-72a8f56aec18&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) sponsored by Perk’s Auto, The Old Mill Inn, and Van’s Alignment Services, and the Homecoming Basket Raffle all begin (Parking Lot 20 and 20A).&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>The football team kicks off vs. Buffalo State at 6 p.m. Admission to the game is free courtesy of AIMS Self Storage. At the game, fans over 21 can enjoy the End Zone Party.&nbsp;</span></p><figure role="group" class="align-right"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-Band-Bonfire-Fireworks-03.jpg.webp?itok=8h43GnzX" width="480" height="320" alt> <figcaption>Homecoming fireworks will take place at&nbsp;<br>approximately 9:15 p.m. on Saturday.</figcaption> </figure> <p><span>A fireworks display will take place at approximately 9:15 p.m. Following the fireworks, a late-night movie will be shown in the Student Leadership Center Small Event Space at 10 p.m.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>Once again, Homecoming visitors can sign up for a&nbsp;</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=87bcc0ea-bde8-48d2-b088-2f2ab9bd1252&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>VIP Experience</span></a><span> which includes special parking, dedicated seating, a drink at the End Zone Party, and a ticket to the Tailgate Barbecue.</span></p><p><span>The baseball reunion weekend concludes with a golf tournament at Twin Hickory Golf Course starting at 10 a.m. on Sunday (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>).</span></p><p><span>Weekend activities on campus close out on Sunday with a family brunch* at the Central Dining Hall from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>Homecoming Family Weekend co-chair Sarah Francisco added, “We hope this weekend will be full of memories for our current students, their families, and our alumni. We are counting down the days and can’t wait to see people on campus.”</span></p><p><em><span>*Meal Swipes/Card/Cash Accepted</span></em></p> <div>Category</div> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> <a href="/news/alumni-news" hreflang="en">Alumni News</a> Mon, 29 Jul 2024 14:14:31 +0000 Paul Welker 5662 at Pair of Pioneers place at SkillsUSA National Championships /news/articles/2024-07/pair-pioneers-place-skillsusa-national-championships <span>Homecoming 2025 is right around the corner</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-09T13:12:03+00:00" title="Tuesday, 9 September 2025 - 13:12">Tue, 9 Sep 2025 - 13:12</time> </span> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-AGT-10-2.jpg.webp?itok=eD0a4bXu" width="480" height="320" alt> <p><span>Homecoming activities return to ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ą State in just a couple of weeks. Excitement is growing for the annual celebration that will take place September 18-21.</span></p><p><span>“We are looking forward to a great weekend full of events,” commented Homecoming Family Weekend Committee co-chair John Lewis. “Homecoming is earlier this year, and we are excited to have outdoor events on both Friday and Saturday evenings. The schedule features favorite events from the past mixed in with some new events.”&nbsp;</span></p><p><a href="/HFW"><span>View the Homecoming/Family Weekend Schedule</span></a></p><p><span>Homecoming activities will begin on Thursday with the annual Blue &amp; Gold Dinner* (4:30 – 8 p.m.) in the Terrace. Evening activities include a sand volleyball tournament, a bonfire with s’mores, and a showing of the Buffalo Bills game vs. Miami.</span></p><p><span>Foodie Friday* (6:30 - 8:30 p.m.) and the annual Pep Rally kick things off on Friday evening. Foodie Friday will feature unique street foods, (starting at 7 p.m.), games, and a bonfire while the ASC cheerleading team will host a pep rally. The annual ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ąâ€™s Got Talent event will be held starting at 9 p.m. in the Cappadonia Auditorium.</span></p><p><span>Morning and early afternoon events on Saturday include:&nbsp;</span></p><ul><li><span>The&nbsp;Carly 5K (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=ddfaa705-c7ca-4900-b61d-90d3bbc25d37&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) benefiting the Courage for Carly Fund will start at the Student Leadership Center ground floor at 9 a.m. on Saturday.</span></li><li><span>The Disc Golf course will be available for use all day.</span></li><li><span>The annual Baseball Alumni game (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) will start at 12:30 p.m.</span></li><li><span>The women’s soccer team will take on Thiel College at Pioneer Stadium starting at 1 p.m.</span></li></ul><p><span>Lunch at the Terrace* featuring Music Trivia will be served from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (trivia will take place from Noon – 1:30 p.m.) while a Family Feud game show will take place in MacKenzie Commons from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>The countdown to kickoff of the Homecoming football game begins at 4 p.m. when the Tailgate Barbecue*, College Game Day show (stage outside Pioneer Stadium), the annual car show (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=3f80b8ab-625c-44ac-a69b-72a8f56aec18&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) sponsored by Perk’s Auto, The Old Mill Inn, and Van’s Alignment Services, and the Homecoming Basket Raffle all begin (Parking Lot 20 and 20A).&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>The football team kicks off vs. Buffalo State at 6 p.m. Admission to the game is free courtesy of AIMS Self Storage. At the game, fans over 21 can enjoy the End Zone Party.&nbsp;</span></p><figure role="group" class="align-right"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-Band-Bonfire-Fireworks-03.jpg.webp?itok=8h43GnzX" width="480" height="320" alt> <figcaption>Homecoming fireworks will take place at&nbsp;<br>approximately 9:15 p.m. on Saturday.</figcaption> </figure> <p><span>A fireworks display will take place at approximately 9:15 p.m. Following the fireworks, a late-night movie will be shown in the Student Leadership Center Small Event Space at 10 p.m.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>Once again, Homecoming visitors can sign up for a&nbsp;</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=87bcc0ea-bde8-48d2-b088-2f2ab9bd1252&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>VIP Experience</span></a><span> which includes special parking, dedicated seating, a drink at the End Zone Party, and a ticket to the Tailgate Barbecue.</span></p><p><span>The baseball reunion weekend concludes with a golf tournament at Twin Hickory Golf Course starting at 10 a.m. on Sunday (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>).</span></p><p><span>Weekend activities on campus close out on Sunday with a family brunch* at the Central Dining Hall from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>Homecoming Family Weekend co-chair Sarah Francisco added, “We hope this weekend will be full of memories for our current students, their families, and our alumni. We are counting down the days and can’t wait to see people on campus.”</span></p><p><em><span>*Meal Swipes/Card/Cash Accepted</span></em></p> <div>Category</div> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> <a href="/news/alumni-news" hreflang="en">Alumni News</a> Tue, 09 Jul 2024 19:45:11 +0000 Paul Welker 5656 at ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ą State hosts 2024 Skills USA Postsecondary Championship /news/articles/2024-04/alfred-state-hosts-2024-skills-usa-postsecondary-championship <span>Homecoming 2025 is right around the corner</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-09T13:12:03+00:00" title="Tuesday, 9 September 2025 - 13:12">Tue, 9 Sep 2025 - 13:12</time> </span> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-AGT-10-2.jpg.webp?itok=eD0a4bXu" width="480" height="320" alt> <p><span>Homecoming activities return to ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ą State in just a couple of weeks. Excitement is growing for the annual celebration that will take place September 18-21.</span></p><p><span>“We are looking forward to a great weekend full of events,” commented Homecoming Family Weekend Committee co-chair John Lewis. “Homecoming is earlier this year, and we are excited to have outdoor events on both Friday and Saturday evenings. The schedule features favorite events from the past mixed in with some new events.”&nbsp;</span></p><p><a href="/HFW"><span>View the Homecoming/Family Weekend Schedule</span></a></p><p><span>Homecoming activities will begin on Thursday with the annual Blue &amp; Gold Dinner* (4:30 – 8 p.m.) in the Terrace. Evening activities include a sand volleyball tournament, a bonfire with s’mores, and a showing of the Buffalo Bills game vs. Miami.</span></p><p><span>Foodie Friday* (6:30 - 8:30 p.m.) and the annual Pep Rally kick things off on Friday evening. Foodie Friday will feature unique street foods, (starting at 7 p.m.), games, and a bonfire while the ASC cheerleading team will host a pep rally. The annual ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ąâ€™s Got Talent event will be held starting at 9 p.m. in the Cappadonia Auditorium.</span></p><p><span>Morning and early afternoon events on Saturday include:&nbsp;</span></p><ul><li><span>The&nbsp;Carly 5K (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=ddfaa705-c7ca-4900-b61d-90d3bbc25d37&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) benefiting the Courage for Carly Fund will start at the Student Leadership Center ground floor at 9 a.m. on Saturday.</span></li><li><span>The Disc Golf course will be available for use all day.</span></li><li><span>The annual Baseball Alumni game (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) will start at 12:30 p.m.</span></li><li><span>The women’s soccer team will take on Thiel College at Pioneer Stadium starting at 1 p.m.</span></li></ul><p><span>Lunch at the Terrace* featuring Music Trivia will be served from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (trivia will take place from Noon – 1:30 p.m.) while a Family Feud game show will take place in MacKenzie Commons from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>The countdown to kickoff of the Homecoming football game begins at 4 p.m. when the Tailgate Barbecue*, College Game Day show (stage outside Pioneer Stadium), the annual car show (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=3f80b8ab-625c-44ac-a69b-72a8f56aec18&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) sponsored by Perk’s Auto, The Old Mill Inn, and Van’s Alignment Services, and the Homecoming Basket Raffle all begin (Parking Lot 20 and 20A).&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>The football team kicks off vs. Buffalo State at 6 p.m. Admission to the game is free courtesy of AIMS Self Storage. At the game, fans over 21 can enjoy the End Zone Party.&nbsp;</span></p><figure role="group" class="align-right"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-Band-Bonfire-Fireworks-03.jpg.webp?itok=8h43GnzX" width="480" height="320" alt> <figcaption>Homecoming fireworks will take place at&nbsp;<br>approximately 9:15 p.m. on Saturday.</figcaption> </figure> <p><span>A fireworks display will take place at approximately 9:15 p.m. Following the fireworks, a late-night movie will be shown in the Student Leadership Center Small Event Space at 10 p.m.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>Once again, Homecoming visitors can sign up for a&nbsp;</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=87bcc0ea-bde8-48d2-b088-2f2ab9bd1252&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>VIP Experience</span></a><span> which includes special parking, dedicated seating, a drink at the End Zone Party, and a ticket to the Tailgate Barbecue.</span></p><p><span>The baseball reunion weekend concludes with a golf tournament at Twin Hickory Golf Course starting at 10 a.m. on Sunday (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>).</span></p><p><span>Weekend activities on campus close out on Sunday with a family brunch* at the Central Dining Hall from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>Homecoming Family Weekend co-chair Sarah Francisco added, “We hope this weekend will be full of memories for our current students, their families, and our alumni. We are counting down the days and can’t wait to see people on campus.”</span></p><p><em><span>*Meal Swipes/Card/Cash Accepted</span></em></p> <div>Category</div> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> <a href="/news/alumni-news" hreflang="en">Alumni News</a> Wed, 10 Apr 2024 20:19:23 +0000 Paul Welker 5607 at HVAC Instructor Amanda Snyder receives Shirley McVay Wiseman Award /news/articles/2024-03/hvac-instructor-amanda-snyder-receives-shirley-mcvay-wiseman-award <span>Homecoming 2025 is right around the corner</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-09T13:12:03+00:00" title="Tuesday, 9 September 2025 - 13:12">Tue, 9 Sep 2025 - 13:12</time> </span> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-AGT-10-2.jpg.webp?itok=eD0a4bXu" width="480" height="320" alt> <p><span>Homecoming activities return to ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ą State in just a couple of weeks. Excitement is growing for the annual celebration that will take place September 18-21.</span></p><p><span>“We are looking forward to a great weekend full of events,” commented Homecoming Family Weekend Committee co-chair John Lewis. “Homecoming is earlier this year, and we are excited to have outdoor events on both Friday and Saturday evenings. The schedule features favorite events from the past mixed in with some new events.”&nbsp;</span></p><p><a href="/HFW"><span>View the Homecoming/Family Weekend Schedule</span></a></p><p><span>Homecoming activities will begin on Thursday with the annual Blue &amp; Gold Dinner* (4:30 – 8 p.m.) in the Terrace. Evening activities include a sand volleyball tournament, a bonfire with s’mores, and a showing of the Buffalo Bills game vs. Miami.</span></p><p><span>Foodie Friday* (6:30 - 8:30 p.m.) and the annual Pep Rally kick things off on Friday evening. Foodie Friday will feature unique street foods, (starting at 7 p.m.), games, and a bonfire while the ASC cheerleading team will host a pep rally. The annual ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ąâ€™s Got Talent event will be held starting at 9 p.m. in the Cappadonia Auditorium.</span></p><p><span>Morning and early afternoon events on Saturday include:&nbsp;</span></p><ul><li><span>The&nbsp;Carly 5K (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=ddfaa705-c7ca-4900-b61d-90d3bbc25d37&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) benefiting the Courage for Carly Fund will start at the Student Leadership Center ground floor at 9 a.m. on Saturday.</span></li><li><span>The Disc Golf course will be available for use all day.</span></li><li><span>The annual Baseball Alumni game (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) will start at 12:30 p.m.</span></li><li><span>The women’s soccer team will take on Thiel College at Pioneer Stadium starting at 1 p.m.</span></li></ul><p><span>Lunch at the Terrace* featuring Music Trivia will be served from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (trivia will take place from Noon – 1:30 p.m.) while a Family Feud game show will take place in MacKenzie Commons from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>The countdown to kickoff of the Homecoming football game begins at 4 p.m. when the Tailgate Barbecue*, College Game Day show (stage outside Pioneer Stadium), the annual car show (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=3f80b8ab-625c-44ac-a69b-72a8f56aec18&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) sponsored by Perk’s Auto, The Old Mill Inn, and Van’s Alignment Services, and the Homecoming Basket Raffle all begin (Parking Lot 20 and 20A).&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>The football team kicks off vs. Buffalo State at 6 p.m. Admission to the game is free courtesy of AIMS Self Storage. At the game, fans over 21 can enjoy the End Zone Party.&nbsp;</span></p><figure role="group" class="align-right"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-Band-Bonfire-Fireworks-03.jpg.webp?itok=8h43GnzX" width="480" height="320" alt> <figcaption>Homecoming fireworks will take place at&nbsp;<br>approximately 9:15 p.m. on Saturday.</figcaption> </figure> <p><span>A fireworks display will take place at approximately 9:15 p.m. Following the fireworks, a late-night movie will be shown in the Student Leadership Center Small Event Space at 10 p.m.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>Once again, Homecoming visitors can sign up for a&nbsp;</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=87bcc0ea-bde8-48d2-b088-2f2ab9bd1252&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>VIP Experience</span></a><span> which includes special parking, dedicated seating, a drink at the End Zone Party, and a ticket to the Tailgate Barbecue.</span></p><p><span>The baseball reunion weekend concludes with a golf tournament at Twin Hickory Golf Course starting at 10 a.m. on Sunday (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>).</span></p><p><span>Weekend activities on campus close out on Sunday with a family brunch* at the Central Dining Hall from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>Homecoming Family Weekend co-chair Sarah Francisco added, “We hope this weekend will be full of memories for our current students, their families, and our alumni. We are counting down the days and can’t wait to see people on campus.”</span></p><p><em><span>*Meal Swipes/Card/Cash Accepted</span></em></p> <div>Category</div> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> <a href="/news/alumni-news" hreflang="en">Alumni News</a> Wed, 13 Mar 2024 13:03:25 +0000 Paul Welker 5588 at Pioneer PROfiles - Conor Compton /news/articles/2024-03/pioneer-profiles-conor-compton <span>Homecoming 2025 is right around the corner</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-09T13:12:03+00:00" title="Tuesday, 9 September 2025 - 13:12">Tue, 9 Sep 2025 - 13:12</time> </span> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-AGT-10-2.jpg.webp?itok=eD0a4bXu" width="480" height="320" alt> <p><span>Homecoming activities return to ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ą State in just a couple of weeks. Excitement is growing for the annual celebration that will take place September 18-21.</span></p><p><span>“We are looking forward to a great weekend full of events,” commented Homecoming Family Weekend Committee co-chair John Lewis. “Homecoming is earlier this year, and we are excited to have outdoor events on both Friday and Saturday evenings. The schedule features favorite events from the past mixed in with some new events.”&nbsp;</span></p><p><a href="/HFW"><span>View the Homecoming/Family Weekend Schedule</span></a></p><p><span>Homecoming activities will begin on Thursday with the annual Blue &amp; Gold Dinner* (4:30 – 8 p.m.) in the Terrace. Evening activities include a sand volleyball tournament, a bonfire with s’mores, and a showing of the Buffalo Bills game vs. Miami.</span></p><p><span>Foodie Friday* (6:30 - 8:30 p.m.) and the annual Pep Rally kick things off on Friday evening. Foodie Friday will feature unique street foods, (starting at 7 p.m.), games, and a bonfire while the ASC cheerleading team will host a pep rally. The annual ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ąâ€™s Got Talent event will be held starting at 9 p.m. in the Cappadonia Auditorium.</span></p><p><span>Morning and early afternoon events on Saturday include:&nbsp;</span></p><ul><li><span>The&nbsp;Carly 5K (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=ddfaa705-c7ca-4900-b61d-90d3bbc25d37&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) benefiting the Courage for Carly Fund will start at the Student Leadership Center ground floor at 9 a.m. on Saturday.</span></li><li><span>The Disc Golf course will be available for use all day.</span></li><li><span>The annual Baseball Alumni game (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) will start at 12:30 p.m.</span></li><li><span>The women’s soccer team will take on Thiel College at Pioneer Stadium starting at 1 p.m.</span></li></ul><p><span>Lunch at the Terrace* featuring Music Trivia will be served from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (trivia will take place from Noon – 1:30 p.m.) while a Family Feud game show will take place in MacKenzie Commons from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>The countdown to kickoff of the Homecoming football game begins at 4 p.m. when the Tailgate Barbecue*, College Game Day show (stage outside Pioneer Stadium), the annual car show (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=3f80b8ab-625c-44ac-a69b-72a8f56aec18&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) sponsored by Perk’s Auto, The Old Mill Inn, and Van’s Alignment Services, and the Homecoming Basket Raffle all begin (Parking Lot 20 and 20A).&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>The football team kicks off vs. Buffalo State at 6 p.m. Admission to the game is free courtesy of AIMS Self Storage. At the game, fans over 21 can enjoy the End Zone Party.&nbsp;</span></p><figure role="group" class="align-right"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-Band-Bonfire-Fireworks-03.jpg.webp?itok=8h43GnzX" width="480" height="320" alt> <figcaption>Homecoming fireworks will take place at&nbsp;<br>approximately 9:15 p.m. on Saturday.</figcaption> </figure> <p><span>A fireworks display will take place at approximately 9:15 p.m. Following the fireworks, a late-night movie will be shown in the Student Leadership Center Small Event Space at 10 p.m.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>Once again, Homecoming visitors can sign up for a&nbsp;</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=87bcc0ea-bde8-48d2-b088-2f2ab9bd1252&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>VIP Experience</span></a><span> which includes special parking, dedicated seating, a drink at the End Zone Party, and a ticket to the Tailgate Barbecue.</span></p><p><span>The baseball reunion weekend concludes with a golf tournament at Twin Hickory Golf Course starting at 10 a.m. on Sunday (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>).</span></p><p><span>Weekend activities on campus close out on Sunday with a family brunch* at the Central Dining Hall from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>Homecoming Family Weekend co-chair Sarah Francisco added, “We hope this weekend will be full of memories for our current students, their families, and our alumni. We are counting down the days and can’t wait to see people on campus.”</span></p><p><em><span>*Meal Swipes/Card/Cash Accepted</span></em></p> <div>Category</div> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> <a href="/news/alumni-news" hreflang="en">Alumni News</a> Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:54:35 +0000 Paul Welker 5579 at Heavy Equipment Operations students learn from real-world simulation experience /news/articles/2024-03/heavy-equipment-operations-students-learn-real-world-simulation-experience <span>Homecoming 2025 is right around the corner</span> <span><span>Paul Welker</span></span> <span><time datetime="2025-09-09T13:12:03+00:00" title="Tuesday, 9 September 2025 - 13:12">Tue, 9 Sep 2025 - 13:12</time> </span> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-AGT-10-2.jpg.webp?itok=eD0a4bXu" width="480" height="320" alt> <p><span>Homecoming activities return to ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ą State in just a couple of weeks. Excitement is growing for the annual celebration that will take place September 18-21.</span></p><p><span>“We are looking forward to a great weekend full of events,” commented Homecoming Family Weekend Committee co-chair John Lewis. “Homecoming is earlier this year, and we are excited to have outdoor events on both Friday and Saturday evenings. The schedule features favorite events from the past mixed in with some new events.”&nbsp;</span></p><p><a href="/HFW"><span>View the Homecoming/Family Weekend Schedule</span></a></p><p><span>Homecoming activities will begin on Thursday with the annual Blue &amp; Gold Dinner* (4:30 – 8 p.m.) in the Terrace. Evening activities include a sand volleyball tournament, a bonfire with s’mores, and a showing of the Buffalo Bills game vs. Miami.</span></p><p><span>Foodie Friday* (6:30 - 8:30 p.m.) and the annual Pep Rally kick things off on Friday evening. Foodie Friday will feature unique street foods, (starting at 7 p.m.), games, and a bonfire while the ASC cheerleading team will host a pep rally. The annual ÷ČÓ°Ö±˛Ąâ€™s Got Talent event will be held starting at 9 p.m. in the Cappadonia Auditorium.</span></p><p><span>Morning and early afternoon events on Saturday include:&nbsp;</span></p><ul><li><span>The&nbsp;Carly 5K (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=ddfaa705-c7ca-4900-b61d-90d3bbc25d37&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) benefiting the Courage for Carly Fund will start at the Student Leadership Center ground floor at 9 a.m. on Saturday.</span></li><li><span>The Disc Golf course will be available for use all day.</span></li><li><span>The annual Baseball Alumni game (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) will start at 12:30 p.m.</span></li><li><span>The women’s soccer team will take on Thiel College at Pioneer Stadium starting at 1 p.m.</span></li></ul><p><span>Lunch at the Terrace* featuring Music Trivia will be served from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (trivia will take place from Noon – 1:30 p.m.) while a Family Feud game show will take place in MacKenzie Commons from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>The countdown to kickoff of the Homecoming football game begins at 4 p.m. when the Tailgate Barbecue*, College Game Day show (stage outside Pioneer Stadium), the annual car show (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=3f80b8ab-625c-44ac-a69b-72a8f56aec18&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>) sponsored by Perk’s Auto, The Old Mill Inn, and Van’s Alignment Services, and the Homecoming Basket Raffle all begin (Parking Lot 20 and 20A).&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>The football team kicks off vs. Buffalo State at 6 p.m. Admission to the game is free courtesy of AIMS Self Storage. At the game, fans over 21 can enjoy the End Zone Party.&nbsp;</span></p><figure role="group" class="align-right"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2025-09/Homecoming-Band-Bonfire-Fireworks-03.jpg.webp?itok=8h43GnzX" width="480" height="320" alt> <figcaption>Homecoming fireworks will take place at&nbsp;<br>approximately 9:15 p.m. on Saturday.</figcaption> </figure> <p><span>A fireworks display will take place at approximately 9:15 p.m. Following the fireworks, a late-night movie will be shown in the Student Leadership Center Small Event Space at 10 p.m.&nbsp;</span></p><p><span>Once again, Homecoming visitors can sign up for a&nbsp;</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=87bcc0ea-bde8-48d2-b088-2f2ab9bd1252&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>VIP Experience</span></a><span> which includes special parking, dedicated seating, a drink at the End Zone Party, and a ticket to the Tailgate Barbecue.</span></p><p><span>The baseball reunion weekend concludes with a golf tournament at Twin Hickory Golf Course starting at 10 a.m. on Sunday (</span><a href="https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=73ab9aec-e119-4bfc-af76-d2ea0cf357c7&amp;envId=p-D_WOO5xec0WcWhjUfydE0w&amp;zone=usa"><span>register</span></a><span>).</span></p><p><span>Weekend activities on campus close out on Sunday with a family brunch* at the Central Dining Hall from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.</span></p><p><span>Homecoming Family Weekend co-chair Sarah Francisco added, “We hope this weekend will be full of memories for our current students, their families, and our alumni. We are counting down the days and can’t wait to see people on campus.”</span></p><p><em><span>*Meal Swipes/Card/Cash Accepted</span></em></p> <div>Category</div> <a href="/news/campus-news" hreflang="en">Campus News</a> <a href="/news/alumni-news" hreflang="en">Alumni News</a> Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:41:03 +0000 Paul Welker 5578 at