Homecoming Packet

Open Registration Sign-Up: Sept. 20

• King and Queen Nomination Deadline: Thursday, Oct. 10
• King and Queen Nominees Meet and Greet: 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, LeGrand Alumni and Visitors Center
• King and Queen Preliminary Voting: Monday, Oct. 14 – Friday, Oct. 18
  • Check your ASU email account to access the link.
• King and Queen Presentation: 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, Multicultural Lobby, Houston Harte University Center
• King and Queen Final Voting: Tuesday, Oct. 22 – Friday, Oct. 25
  • Check your ASU email account to access the link.

HOMECOMING KING AND QUEEN APPLICATIONS

• King Application
• Queen Application

Nomination Rule and Guidelines

1. Nominees for queen should identify as female.
2. Nominees for king should identify as male.
3. The nominees must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher and be in good judicial standing with Angelo State.
4. Student groups/organizations are eligible to nominate one king and one queen candidate.
5. Candidates must be nominated by an organization/student group registered for the Homecoming events by 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10. Submissions after the deadline will not be considered.
6. Candidates must email a picture of themselves from the waist up to zcalingo@angelo.edu. Clothing must represent the student group (i.e Oozma Kappa candidate must wear an Oozma Kappa shirt). Photos that do not meet these guidelines will be sent back and the submission will not be completed until the photo has been approved via email.
7. It is the responsibility of the groups/organizations to make sure that their candidates are eligible under the guidelines established by the ASU Homecoming Committee. To ensure candidate eligibility before the deadline, submit applications as soon as possible so you can re-submit a nomination, if necessary.
8. Nominees must participate in all Homecoming activities assigned to King and Queen.
9. Nominees must also attend three additional Homecoming events.
   1. Failure to attend at least three out of the five events will result in removal from the competition.
   2. The Homecoming Committee must approve.
   3. All nominees must sign up for their three mandatory events. Not all nominees can attend the same event for credit. (Sign-ups will be on a first-come, first-served basis.)
10. The Homecoming Committee will handle all publicity. No individual campaign posters or signs are allowed.
    1. Social media is excluded.
    2. One warning will be given.
    3. Failure to comply will result in disqualification.
11. Nominees must follow all campaign rules and guidelines. Failure to comply will result in automatic elimination.
12. Nominees must be present for the mandatory rehearsal on Saturday, Oct. 19, at 4:30 p.m. in the Multicultural Lobby, Houston Harte University Center, and the Nominee Presentation on Monday, Oct. 21, at 6:30 p.m.
13. If a nominee advances to the Homecoming Court, the nominee must be available for the halftime practice on the afternoon of Friday, Oct. 25, and on Saturday, Oct. 26, for the Homecoming Parade (9 a.m.) and football game (5:15 p.m.).
14. Each nominee should accept the nomination from one organization and can only represent one organization at a time.
15. Please have a back-up nominee prepared.

If a winner is a member of more than one organization, only the nominating organization will receive 10 points.

Date: Sunday, Oct. 20
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: ASU Intramural Fields

Rules and Guidelines

1. All teams need to be registered through UREC IM Leagues by Friday, Oct. 11.
2. Teams are allowed up to 12 people on a team.
3. Each person will only be allowed to play/represent one organization.
4. UREC will create a single-elimination bracket and help officiate the games.

Points for Kickball

	Participation	Placed	Max Points
First Place	5 points	30 points	35 points
Second Place	5 points	20 points	25 points
Third Place	5 points	10 points	15 points
Other Contestants	5 points	n/a	5 points

Kickball Tournament Entry form

Date: Tuesday, Oct. 22
Time: 5 p.m.
Location: Houston Harte University Center, Lobby

Join us for a fun evening of ASU-themed trivia and bingo! In collaboration with UCPC, we will host several rounds of trivia with multiple chances to win prizes! 

Date: Tuesday, Oct. 22
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: C.J. Davidson Conference Center, Houston Harte University Center

Please join us for a candlelight ceremony remembering Ram Family members - students, alumni, faculty and staff - who have passed away Sept. 1, 2023, through Aug. 31, 2024. Ram Remembrance is part of Homecoming, during which we publicly remember each member of the Ram Family lost during the previous academic year.

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 23
Time: 5 p.m.
Location: ASU Pavilion 

Blue and Gold Powder Party

• Time: 5:15-5:45 p.m.
• Powder will be thrown at 5:30 p.m.
• T-shirts are provided.

Other Activities

• Line Dancing
• Costume Contest
  • Dress in your best decade attire and compete for a prize!
• Novelties with UCPC and Registered Student Organizations
• 360 Camera with Student Disabilities Services
• Nacho Bar

Preliminary Round

The preliminary round is mandatory for all organizations/teams.

Date: Thursday, Oct. 24
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: C.J. Davidson Conference Center, Houston Harte University Center

Final Round

Date: Thursday, Oct. 24
Time: 9 p.m.
Location: C.J. Davidson Conference Center, Houston Harte University Center

Dance and Chant Competition Entry Form

Important Information

• Teams must report between 5-5:45 p.m. to check in for the preliminary round in the C.J. Davidson Conference Center.
• If a team is not signed in by 5:45 p.m., it will be disqualified from the event.
  • Approval, with prior notification (three hours), from the Homecoming Committee is required if an organization is running late.
• Check in for the Final Round is between 8-8:45 p.m. in the C.J. Davidson Conference Center.
• Teams not present by 8:45 p.m. will be disqualified and forfeit all points for the Dance and Chant Contest.

Dance and Chant Contest Rules

All team members must be current full-time Angelo State University students. The Student Life Office will verify enrollment.

1. Each group can have a maximum of five minutes or less for a performance, including the introduction and exit. Three points will be deducted from the team’s scorecard for each minute the organization exceeds the time limit. If the performance starts on stage (does not include a choreographed entrance), time will begin with the first movement.
2. Stage Dimensions: 32x12 feet and sits 24 inches high
   • The stage will be marked by the Homecoming Committee. Stepping out of the boundary during the performance will cause a one-point deduction from the team’s scorecard (one point per person). This does not include entrance and exit.
   • All performers, props and visuals must be within the boundary mark. In addition, no team member can be beyond the boundary during the performance. The judges can deduct five points per person/item from the team’s scorecard.
3. The organization must have a minimum of three members and a maximum of 10 members. Teams consisting of 10 members may list one alternate, and groups with fewer than 10 members may fill additional spaces with substitutes.
4. During their performance, team members may not use profanity, obscene gestures, inappropriate dance moves or demeaning lyrics. In addition, teams should not shed clothing, shoes or any other items during the performance. Any team that violates this rule will automatically be disqualified from Homecoming in its entirety, and accumulated points will be invalid.
5. Teams may not use props, such as powder, glitter or any material that could make the stage slick to others. The use of these materials will result in disqualification.
6. Teams must enter, execute the performance, and exit onto and off the stage safely.
   • Tumbling during the performance is not allowed. 
   • Failure to follow these guidelines will result in the disqualification of the team.
   • Students should use the side stairs or ramps, or sit on the stage edge first, and then exit off the side.
7. Please refrain from appropriating a culture. Cultural appropriation is defined as, “the act of taking or using things from a culture that is not your own, especially without showing that you understand or respect this culture.” Please refrain from using cultural stereotypes that may be offensive to others. No derogatory gestures will be tolerated. If you are not sure if something is offensive, ask the Homecoming Committee for advice.
8. All music links must be emailed to jpina8@angelo.edu by 5 p.m. Friday, Oct.11. Any YouTube links or music devices will not be allowed.
   • If your team is using a CD or other item for music, this must be given to the Homecoming Staff located in the Center for Student Involvement in the Houston Harte University Center by 5 p.m. Friday, Oct.11. Please inform the Homecoming Staff if music is not being used.
   • Smartphones or other auxiliary devices are acceptable to use for music. However, the music will need to be approved by 5 p.m. Friday, Oct.11, before the use of any technology outside of a CD submission.
   • Submission of audio files outside of a CD needs to be sent in the form of a list containing the artist and song title. Emails of YouTube videos or music links are unacceptable.
   • Organizations must assign a team representative to instruct the sound person during the performance.
9.  Each judge will use the categories below to judge team performance. Judging will be on a five-point scale, with five being the highest and one the lowest in the specified areas:
   • Crowd Enthusiasm: Crowd reaction to the performance.
   • Incorporation of Homecoming Theme and ASU Spirit: The incorporation of ASU, blue and gold spirit, and this year’s theme.
   •  Appearance: General appearance of the team.
   •  Creativity: Performing new and innovative steps and using a creative introduction and exit.
   •  Clarity: Words, sayings and chants are clear and easily understood.
   • Execution: Carries out precise synchronization of steps and choreography.
   • Incorporation of Choreography: The amount of choreography used in the performance.
   •  Showmanship: Overall manner of presenting routine to the audience.

The maximum score per performance is 40 points.

Winners will be announced at the pep rally/bonfire.

Discretionary Statement

Judges have complete discretion over point deductions utilizing the listed criteria. Additionally, the Homecoming Committee has full discretionary authority to decide any disqualifications with input from judges.

Points for Dance and Chant

	Participation	Placed in Step Contest	Max Points
First Place	5 points	30 points	35 points
Second Place	5 points	20 points	25 points
Third Place	5 points	10 points	15 points
Other Contestants	5 points	n/a	5 points

The bonfire is a yearly Homecoming event where all students, organizations and teams from the university can participate and are invited to build and guard.

Bonfire Build*: Monday, Oct. 14 - Thursday, Oct. 24

Bonfire Build Days are Monday through Friday from 5 - 7 p.m. at the bonfire site behind Foster Field at 1st Community Credit Union Stadium.

Bonfire Build Sign Up

Bonfire Guard/Watch*: Tuesday, Oct. 22 - Thursday, Oct. 24, from 7 p.m. - 7 a.m.

There are four-hour time slots available with three organizations per slot.

Bonfire Guard Sign Up

Bonfire Build Rules and Guidelines

1. Construction will take place beginning Monday, Oct. 14. Do not attempt to work on the bonfire in any way without a cadet or Homecoming staff present. If you are unsure if we will be working on a particular day, contact the cadet in charge or the Homecoming Committee. Times and days are subject to change.
2. Only five to seven students will be allowed at the bonfire build per date/time slot. Organizations will sign up for their preferred build day. Each organization can have five members minimum and seven members maximum at the bonfire build per build day/time. (There will be five organizations working per day.)
3. Students, organizations or team members are required to sign in and out with the designated Homecoming Committee representative. Students who do not sign in and out will not receive points. If a student forgets to sign in and has already worked an hour, they will not receive points for that hour. Point accumulation begins at sign in.
4. Credit will be awarded to the nearest 30-minute increment. For example, if a student works for an hour and 20 minutes, the student group will earn 1.5 points for that student. (Two points per person if a student is there the whole time.) Up to 28 points per week are available to all student groups who help build. Students who are not working (i.e., sitting around, talking, etc.) or who “disappear” will be sent home and not receive points.
5. The Center for Student Involvement will provide gloves to ensure safety. The dress code is old jeans and close-toed shoes (i.e., tennis shoes, boots, twisted X’s). Volunteers will be asked to leave if they are wearing sandals or shorts. The dress code will be strictly enforced. Sunblock and bug spray are recommended for everyone.
6. Only wood pallets may be used to burn. No petroleum products, tar from roofing supplies, plastics or fiberglass will be permitted. Students adding anything other than wood to the bonfire will be sent home and not receive points.
7. The top two organizations with the most hours worked will be allowed to light the bonfire.

Bonfire Guard Rules

1. Each student group must have earned at least 20 points from bonfire build to guard. Guarding will begin when the bonfire is 75% complete. Tuesday, Oct. 22, is the desired date to begin the bonfire guard. Twenty-eight points will be awarded to any student group that participates in guard for the entire duration of its signed-up time.
2. Before parking, you will need to check in with a Homecoming representative to receive points. This year we’ll be making a “campfire around the bonfire” which means all organizations/teams participating in guard will be parked around the bonfire in a circle.
   
   • Chairs, blankets and speakers are welcomed.

3. Each organization/team will only be allowed five to seven members. (There will be three organizations per slot). If you are not active in your organization you will not be allowed on the premises for bonfire guard and will be asked to leave. If a problem occurs ASU Police Department will be called to escort the individual off-premise.

4. You may guard multiple nights since there is more opportunity to guard, but not on the same day/night shift.

5. Each organization must sign up to be able to guard. If an organization is not signed up or you are not with an assigned organization you will be asked to leave.
6. When guarding begins, each team will be responsible for the bonfire site. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed. Students, organizations or groups caught with alcoholic beverages will be asked to leave by a Homecoming representative. If you do not leave when asked, the ASU Police Department will be called to escort you off and you’ll be disqualified from all Homecoming events. Non-alcoholic beverages are permitted at the site. Coolers will be checked if needed.
7. Each organization/team will be responsible for cleaning the site at the end of its guarding time. If the site is not thoroughly cleaned, all the hours and points that have been awarded for guarding will not count. The Homecoming Coordinator will check in with the group before and after each guard.
8. Fires are not allowed. If there is evidence of a fire, all your organization’s points will be deducted and it will be automatically disqualified.
9. Periodic safety checks will be held throughout the building of the bonfire by the San Angelo City Fire Marshal.
10. Safety is paramount, and no horseplay will be tolerated. If an injury occurs, an individual will be taken to the University Clinic or sent to the local emergency room.
11. On the bonfire day, the individuals lighting the bonfire must wear clothes made of 100% cotton. The only fuel used to ignite the fire will be diesel. Risk Management will direct the dousing of the bonfire. No gasoline will be used. No synthetic fabrics will be allowed next to the fire. Individuals are not to park or stand close to the bonfire once it begins to burn. Boundaries will be set, and cadets will be monitoring the area.
12. Points for guard will be one point per person per hour. The maximum number of points will be 28 points for guard. Five members minimum and seven members maximum allowed at guard. There will be no 30-minute increments awarded for this event.

Note: The top three organizations lighting the bonfire will be announced at the pep rally prior to lighting the bonfire. They will each light a corner of the bonfire, and the remaining corner will be lit by the Homecoming Committee.

Winners will be announced at the pep rally/bonfire.

Points for Participating in Bonfire

	Participation in Guarding	Build Week One	Max Points
Organization	28 points	28 points	56 points*

Register

Registration will close at 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11.

• Student Organization/Group Parade Entry Form
• Community Groups Parade Entry Form

Check in

Date: Saturday, Oct. 26
Time: 8-9:30 a.m.
Location: Starting at the LeGrand Soccer Complex Parking Lot

Rules

• Student groups should not collect donations from parade spectators.
• Do not throw candy/objects.
• Must check in before 9:30 a.m., anytime after will not be able to participate.
• Mandatory safety meeting will be held at 9:45 a.m. at check-in.

Parade Route

Date: Saturday, Oct. 21
Time: 10 a.m.

The parade will begin at the LeGrand Soccer Complex parking lot, then travel north on Johnson Street, east on Vandeventer Avenue and south on Van Buren Street, ending in the Junell Center/Stephens Area parking lot

Judges

The judges will be located throughout the route.

Judging Criteria

• Most Spirited: Exemplifies pride and enthusiasm for ASU.
  • 5 points
• Best Use of Theme: Best fits the Homecoming theme.
  • 5 points
• Most Creative: Creativity, imagination and movement in an entry.
  • 5 points
• Symmetry: The float is consistent with decorations on both sides.
  • 5 points

Winners will be announced at the football game.

Points for Participating in the Homecoming Parade

	Participation	Placed in Parade	Max Points
First Place	5 points	30 points	35 points
Second Place	5 points	20 points	25 points
Third Place	5 points	10 points	15 points
Other Contestants	5 points	n/a	5 points

Registration

This contest is for ASU campus departments only.

Door Decorating Contest Entry Form

Contest Dates

• Doors need to be completed by 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21.
• Judging will occur on Wednesday, Oct. 23.
• The winners will be announced during our events on Friday, Oct. 25, and via social media

Judging Criteria

• Best Use of Theme
• Creativity
• Incorporation of ASU Spirit
• Overall Appearance

Winners will be announced at the pep rally/bonfire.

Points for Departmental Door Decorating

	Best use of theme	Creativity	ASU Spirit	Overall Appearance
First Place	5 points	5 points	5 points	5 points
Second Place	4 points	4 points	4 points	4 points
Third Place	3 points	3 points	3 points	3 points
Other Contestants	2 points	2 points	2 points	2 points

Date: Friday, Oct. 25
Time: 6:15 p.m.
Location: Junell Center/Stephens Arena

Teams should report to the Junell Center/Stephens Arena with their run-through signs beginning at 5 p.m. but no later than 5:30 p.m.

Run-through Sign Contest Entry Form

General Rules

All student groups must follow the Center for Student Involvement (CSI) rules.

1. The sign must not exceed 12x18 feet and must be at least 10x12 feet (not including the poles). Signs that do not meet these dimensions will be disqualified.
2. Should your team win the contest, you are responsible for the poles used to hold the sign at the football game.

3. The materials used in the CSI will be utilized in increments of two hours. Please have a couple of usage times in mind when planning to use materials in the CSI.

   • If you need to use the CSI, you must schedule a time with Hailey by emailing hrayburn@angelo.edu.

4. Signs must be fully dried by the time they get to the Junell Center/Stephens Arena. Wet signs will not be allowed.
5. The use of glitter and boas will be prohibited.

Reminder: Butcher paper, paint, banner paper, glue, scissors, tape and other supplies are available to all Registered Student Organizations in the CSI. Paint is also available in the Multicultural.

All student groups must follow CSI rules. Banners are not to be left to dry in any area of the center. If you choose to paint elsewhere on campus, please remember to take enough paper to place under your painted sign. You will be responsible for any damage to university property.

All teams must remove their banners from the Junell Center/Stephens Arena after the judging. Any signs remaining in the Junell Center/Stephens Arena will receive a 10-point deduction from their overall homecoming points.

Winners

The first-place sign will be used at the start of the Homecoming football game. They will be required to meet at the game with their sign, poles and people holding the sign no later than 5:15 p.m.

The second-place sign should be on standby in case of an emergency on the day of the game.

Winners will be announced at the pep rally/bonfire.

Points for Participating in Run-Through Banner Contest

	Participation	Placed in Banner	Max Points
First Place	5 points	30 points	35 points
Second Place	5 points	20 points	25 points
Third Place	5 points	10 points	15 points
Other Contestants	5 points	n/a	5 points

The Ram Pantry addresses immediate food needs for students on campus. Located in the Center for Multicultural & Community Engagement and Success Initiatives, the Ram Pantry provides free non-perishable food items and toiletries for ASU students in need. This service is available to any enrolled ASU student who may be facing a difficult financial time and needs assistance. Food nutrition is an essential key to academic success, and we want to see you succeed.

In an effort to keep our Ram Pantry stocked, the Homecoming Committee has decided to also collect and count these points toward final scores.

Submissions

Please take a group photo of items, upload it to social media and tag the ASU Homecoming account and the ASU Ram Pantry account.

• Submissions start on Monday, Oct. 7, and will conclude at noon Friday, Oct. 25.
• If an account is missing the photo submission, it will not be counted for points.
• There is a max of 500 points.

Please contact the Ram Pantry if you have any questions at rampantry@angelo.edu. 

Items

Below is a list of all items that are needed in the ASU Ram Pantry, and the amount of points each carries.

Winners will be announced at the pep rally/bonfire.

Points Per Item

*Indicates individual items.

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Four Points Items

• Shelf-Stable Milk
• Can Openers
• School Supplies
• Disinfectant Wipes
• Cleaning Supplies
• New pack of socks
• New pack of underwear
• Hair Brushes (2)

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Three Points Items

Meat and Poultry

• Canned Chicken
• Canned Tuna
• Spam
• Canned Ham
• Canned Salmon
• Vienna Sausages
• Beef Jerky
• Canned Roast Beef
• Canned Chili

Hygiene

• Body Lotion (full size)
• Body Wash (full size)
• Shampoo/Conditioner (full size)
• Deodorant (large size)
• Tampons/Pads (per box)
• Razors, Shaving Cream (per package)
• Toilet Paper (4 pack)
• Detergent Pods (per bag)

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Two Points Items

Snacks & Sweets (Per Box)

• Fresh Fruit
• Energy Bars
• Granola/Protein Bars
• Hydration Drinks/Mixes
• Trail/Snack Mix
• V8 Juices
• Tortillas (per package)
• Bread (per loaf)
• Applesauce

Dry Items

• Pasta*
• Oatmeal/Grits (per box)
• Dried Fruit/Nuts (per box)
• Instant Potatoes*
• Instant Rice*
• Rice (white, brown, jasmine)
• Beans*
• Spices, Salt, Pepper
• Cereal*

Condiments (Full Size)

• Jelly/Jam/Peanut Butter
• Ketchup
• Mayonnaise/Mustard
• Pickles
• Hot Sauce
• Soy Sauce/Tamari
• Asian Fish Sauce
• Toasted Sesame Oil
• Ranch/French Dressing

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One Point Items

Pantry Items

• Mac & Cheese (cups/boxes)
• Cup of Ramen/Ramen
• Crackers/Chips
• Pancake/Waffle Mix/Syrup
• Popcorn
• Bread
• Olive Oil
• Sugar-Free Items
• Gluten-Free Items 

Canned Items

• Beans
• Fruit
• Soups/Stews
• Corn, Mixed Vegetables
• Potatoes
• Broth (all kinds)
• Pasta Sauce
• Canned Pasta
• Tomatoes, Carrots