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2014 Mizzou Homecoming
Greek Rulebook
Table of ContentsDIRECTOR’S LETTER 2
STEERING COMMITTEE CONTACT INFO 3
POINT BREAKDOWN 4
CALENDAR 5
BLOOD 9
CAMPUS DECORATIONS 16
CAMPUS OUTREACH 26
PARADE 27
PUBLIC RELATIONS 31
SERVICE 34
SPECIAL EVENTS 37
TALENT 43 TRADITIONS 46
APPENDIX 50
Director’s LetterThe Homecoming Steering Committee and the Mizzou Alumni Association would like to thank you for participating in Homecoming 2014. This year the University of Missouri commemorates the 103rd Homecoming by celebrating the traditions of our university and the pride of all Missouri Tigers. Homecoming is a time in which students, faculty, staff, community members and alumni come together to celebrate Mizzou and its impressive history of excellence. Homecoming 2014, “Celebrating Our Stripes,” acknowledges the diverse culture Mizzou students, alumni, family, friends, and fans. Mizzou students maintain and improve upon past traditions each year through Homecoming festivities, and simultaneously look to the future as they create traditions of their own.
The Mizzou Alumni Association is proud to celebrate many events including the Homecoming Blood Drive, which is recognized as the nation’s largest student-run blood drive. The Homecoming Food Drive benefits the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri. Campus Decorations and the Homecoming Parade are a unique experiences that combine creativity and service to the Mizzou family and Columbia community. These are just a few of the many Homecoming events that help bring Tiger spirit to Mizzou’s campus every Homecoming season. All events that support Mizzou would not be possible without the time and dedication of our students. We want to thank you for your commitment and hope you continue to carry on the same Mizzou spirit in years to come, and to help make 2014 yet another successful Homecoming.
The Homecoming Steering Committee has been working tirelessly in preparation for the 2014 Homecoming celebration. We strive to make positive changes each and every year, and this year these changes are apparent in all areas of our Homecoming festivities. We are excited about the events and activities scheduled in the weeks and days leading up to October 25th, when the fighting Missouri Tigers take on the Vanderbilt Commodores.
Please use this rulebook as a resource for information regarding all aspects of the Homecoming celebration. Please keep in mind that these rules are subject to change. If changes are implemented, liaisons will be notified to ensure clear communication for all organizations involved. The Homecoming Steering Committee is committed to Mizzou and all participants. We strive to foster Mizzou pride and spread the magic ofHomecoming. We truly look forward to working with you!
In the spirit of Homecoming,
Jeremy Essner, Jessica Morrow, Brandon Pilas 2
Steering Committee Contact InfoDIRECTORS
Jeremy EssnerJessie MorrowBrandon Pilas
ADVISER:Aly Friend
(573) [email protected]
BLOOD:
Tanner BryantKelsey Denker
Amit [email protected]
CAMPUS DECORATIONSBrian HinckNori Stone
Austin [email protected]
CAMPUS OUTREACHLaurel Meyers
Kit NelsonZac Sweets
PARADEJustin Kendall
Caroline McMahonBrett Waddell
Carly [email protected]
PUBLIC RELATIONSKelsey Boardsen
Tucker MooreAmy Zuroweste
SERVICETamarco DavisJustin Derks
Katie [email protected]
SPECIAL EVENTSNick AkinsCC Bolin
TALENTSam Belvin
Christian GanderNick LezechkoAlexis Schaefer
TRADITIONSLuke Blackburn
Ariel GillEmma Meek
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Point BreakdownPARADE 16% 160 Points
CAMPUS DECORATIONS 16% 160 Points
SERVICE 14% 140 Points
BLOOD 14% 140 Points
TALENT 14 % 140 Points
MERCHANDISE 10% 100 Points
TRADITIONS (ROYALTY) 5% 50 Points
DECORATE THE DISTRICT 5% 50 Points
BANNER 4% 40 Points
LIAISON MEETING 1 % 10 Points
HOMECOMING INFORMATION MEETINGS 1% 10 Points
TOTAL 100% 1000 Points
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CalendarTuesday, September 2 Talent: Liaison Meeting, 8 p.m.
Thursday, September 4 Public Relations: Liaison Meeting, 7 p.m.
Friday, September 5 Blood: Online Registration Begins
Tuesday, September 9 Talent: Liaison Meeting, 8 p.m.
Thursday, September 11 Public Relations: Liaison Meeting, 7 p.m. Traditions: Royalty Applications Due, 5 p.m.
Sunday, September 14 Homecoming Act Auditions
Tuesday, September 16 Talent: Liaison Meeting, 8 p.m.
Thursday, September 18 Public Relations: Liaison Meeting, 7 p.m. Campus Decs: Entry Form, site, preliminary sketches with materials list due Parade: Online Registration due, 5 p.m.
Sunday, September 21 Traditions: Royalty First Round Interviews
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Monday, September 22 Traditions: Royalty First Round Interviews
Tuesday, September 23 Talent: Liaison Meeting, 8 p.m. Traditions: Royalty First Round Interviews
Thursday, September 25 Public Relations: Liaison Meeting, 7 p.m. Homecoming Act entry forms are due.
Friday, September 26 Blood: Online Registration Ends
Sunday, September 28 Traditions: Royalty Second Round Interviews
Monday, September 29 Traditions: Royalty Second Round Interviews
Tuesday, September 28 Traditions: Royalty Second Round Interviews Talent: Liaison Meeting, 8 p.m.
Thursday, October 2 Public Relations: Liaison Meeting, 7 p.m. Campus Decs: Final Design Due
Saturday, October 4 Day of Service
Sunday, October 5 Tigers Taming Hunger Homecoming Act auditions
Tuesday, October 7 Talent: Liaison Meeting, 8 p.m. 6
Tuesday, October 7 Talent: Liaison Meeting, 8 p.m.
Thursday, October 9 Public Relations: Liaison Meeting, 7 p.m. Campus Decs: Script and location due Parade: Detailed sketches due Decorate the District: Last day to contact businesses Banner: Sketch due Tigers Taming Hunger
Friday, October 10 Service: Tiger Food Fight, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Traditions: Royalty Top Ten Banquet
Sunday, October 12 Tigers Taming Hunger
Monday, October 13 Blood Drive: 11:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, October 14 Blood Drive: 11:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Talent: Liaison Meeting, 8 p.m.
Wednesday, October 15 Blood Drive: 11:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 16 Blood Drive: 11:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Public Relations: Liaison Meeting, 7 p.m. Campus Decs: CD/audio due Parade: Script Due
Friday, October 17 Tigers Taming Hunger 7
Saturday, October 18 Tigers Taming Hunger
Sunday, October 19 Tigers Taming Hunger
Monday, October 20 Talent Production
Tuesday, October 21 Talent Production
Wednesday, October 22 Talent Production
Thursday, October 23 Public Relations: Liaison Meeting, 7 p.m. Campus Decs: Scaffolding approved by 4 p.m. Decorate the District: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Friday, October 24 Campus Decs: Up by 4 p.m., Event 6-9:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 25 Parade Homecoming Game
Sunday, October 26 Campus Decs: Removal by 6 p.m. Decorate the District: Removal by 2:30 p.m.
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BloodTanner BryantKelsey Denker
Amit [email protected]
OverviewThe Blood Drive Liaison Meetings will be held Sept. 18 and Oct. 2, following the normal liaison meetings
Liaisons will register their donors online at www.donateblood.com. Specific instructions, along with user names, and passwords will be released on Thursday, September 4th at the liaison meeting.
Online registration will begin on Friday, Sept 5 at 12:01 a.m. and end at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 26 to receive full points. A hard copy of each participating organization and Greek grouping’s donor registration must be turned in at the liaison meeting on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014.
The Homecoming Blood Drive will be a four-day event, held in the Hearnes Center Fieldhouse during the following dates and times:
Monday, Oct. 13, 2014: 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2014: 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2014: 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.Thursday, Oct. 16, 2014: 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
There will be no Deferral Day
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Total PointsThe total number of points possible through the Blood competition will be 140. This total will be broken down into eight different categories as shown below:
Percent of Greek Grouping’s Attempted Donation 60 Points Check-in, Check-out points at the Blood Drive 50 Points Required Volunteers 15 Points Automated Collection Donors (2.5 x 2) 5 Points Blood Liaison Meeting 10 Points TOTAL 140 Points
Percent of Greek Grouping’s Attempted Donation (60 points)
If at least 100 percent of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 60 points. If at least 95 percent of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 55 points. If at least 90 percent of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 50 points. If at least 85 percent of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 45 points. If at least 80 percent of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 40 points. If at least 65 percent of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 30 points. If at least 50 percent of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 15 points. If less than 50 percent of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 0 points
Formula: (A+B)/(2F)=XA: Number of check-insB: Number of check-outsF: Total membership of combined groupings’ roster total (sum ofall roster totals in the grouping)X: Total percentage of participating organizations or Greekgrouping that satisfied requirements
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Required Volunteer Points
The participating organization or Greek grouping provides their required volunteers. Greater than or equal to 100% receives 15 points. Less than 100% receives zero points.140 points
Required Automation Collection Points
The participating organization or Greek grouping must have two members attempt to donate Automated Collection process.
Scoring:
Two donors equal 100% - the participating organization or Greek grouping will receive five points.
One donor equals 50% - the participating organization or Greek grouping will receive 2.5 points.
Zero donors equals 0% - the participating organization or Greek grouping will receive zero points.
Required Liaison Meeting Points
The participating organization or Greek grouping Liaison attends scheduled meetings.
If the Greek grouping attends both Blood liaison meetings, they will receive 10 points.If the Greek grouping attends one Blood liaison meeting, they will receive five points.If the Greek grouping does not attend either of the Blood liaison meetings, they will receive zero points.
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To ensure a smooth blood drive, it is imperative that donors arrive on time for their scheduled check-in time. In order to receive on time points for check-in, the donor must bring his/her appointment card to the blood drive at his/her scheduled time along with a photo ID. This person may check-in within 5 minutes of the scheduled time. For example, if his/her check-in time is 1:00 p.m., he/she may check-in between 12:55 p.m. and 1:05 p.m. In addition, a donor’s check-out and donation points will be forfeited if he/she does not check-out.
A donor must have his/her appointment card and valid photo identification to receive any on-time points. In order to receive on time points for check-out, the donor must bring his/her Post Donation Instruction Sheet, appointment card, and Photo ID to the designated check-out station within four hours of the scheduled appointment.
If a donor is deferred at any station in the blood giving process he/she should stop by the check out table and receive information to reschedule or check-out. Points can be counted if he/she checks out at the deferral station and returns later in the week to attempt to donate or by having another donor attempt to give in place with his/her appointment card.
Note: Individual groups/organizations are responsible for the successful check-in and check-out process. Inform your team of the procedure and ensure that they do not skip a step and miss out on points.
Each participating organization must require 15% of their membership to volunteer at the blood drive. To ensure efficiency of volunteers, a student may not volunteer on the same day after they donated blood. For example, you can volunteer in the morning and then donate later that day but you cannot volunteer on the same day after you have donated.
To ensure a smooth blood drive, it is imperative that volunteers arrive on time for their scheduled check-in time. In order to receive on-time points for check-in, the volunteer must bring his/her volunteer appointment card to the blood drive at his/her scheduled time. This person may check-in within 5 minutes of the scheduled time. For example, if his/her check-in time is 1:00 p.m., he or she may check-in between 12:55 p.m. and 1:05 p.m.
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Every participating organization and Greek grouping must have two members attempt to donate for the automated collection process. The following criteria should be used in selecting the donors to attempt this process on site during the main days of the Blood Drive:
Right blood type: Type O negative, O positive, B negative, or B positive. Males should be: at least 5’1” in height and weigh at least 150 lbs. Females should be: at least 5’5” in height and weigh at least 175 lbs.
This will be worth five points towards your overall grouping’s blood points (2.5 points for each donor).
Automated Collection donors will register in the same process as whole blood donors
Satellite blood drives allow your team to gain additional donor points by having family, friends, and alumni present to donate blood at the specified locations on the specific dates. Each donor who presents to give blood in the name of your Greek grouping, Participating Organization, or Residential Hall will earn your team additional donor points. Sign up sheets will be provided at each location.
Rules
For each participating organization or Greek grouping to receive maximum points for whole blood donations and automated collection procedures:
90% of each individual participating organization or Greek chapter’s donor roster MUST be pre-registered.
Each individual organization or Greek grouping is required to have 15% of their membership participate as volunteers for the blood drive. Each volunteer must serve a 1.5 hour shift.
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In order for a participating organization or Greek grouping to receive full check-in points, each donor must check-in within five minutes of his/her assigned time WITH his/her appointment card and valid identification.
In order for a participating organization or Greek grouping to receive full check-out points, each donor must bring his/her post donation sheet, appointment card, and photo ID to the designated check-out station within four hours of their scheduled appointment.
It is the organization’s responsibility to ensure that their members follow the appropriate check-in and check-out procedures at the blood drive.
You are allowed to give for 3 different types of organizations: a Greek Grouping, a Residential Hall, AND a Campus Organization.
Donors are not allowed to volunteer on the same day following his/her scheduled blood donation time.
It is the participating organization or Greek grouping’s responsibility to ensure that their members follow the appropriate check-in and check-out procedures at the blood drive.
People who donate blood at the satellite drive locations count as donors for the participating organizations and/or Greek groupings Failure by a participating organization or Greek grouping to submit a hard copy of donor and/or volunteer lists by 7:05 p.m. October 2nd at the liaison meeting will lose 10 points from their final blood drive points. Volunteers who do not report within five minutes of his/her assigned time for his/her duties will lose 2 points per late volunteer from their final blood drive points.
Participating organizations and/or Greek groupings will lose 15 points from their blood drive points if online registration is not completed by 11:59 p.m. on Friday, September 26th.
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Fifty points from the final blood drive points will be deducted if participating organizations or Greek groupings solicit people to donate and/or volunteer within 500 feet of the blood drive location. (definition of “solicitation” as applied to this rulebook means: To request that others unaffiliated with your participating organization or Greek grouping give blood or volunteer on your organization or grouping’s behalf).
Thirty points from the final blood drive points will be deducted if participating organizations and Greek groupings engage in mass solicitation to unaffiliated students on behalf of a campus organization or Greek grouping in a classroom/campus setting or listserv.
Participating organizations and/or Greek groupings will lose 100% of their final blood drive points and be disqualified from the blood drive if:
Monetary bribes are given by any part of a participating organization or Greek grouping to any individual or group in exchange for blood donation in that organization or grouping’s name.
Members of an participating organization or Greek grouping are punished for not participating in the blood drive; including but not limited to the assessment of fines, imposition of penalties, general threats, or prohibition of members from attending events.
They participate in any act deemed unethical by the American Red Cross, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Greek Life, or University of Missouri Homecoming Steering Committee.
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Campus DecorationsBrian HinckNori Stone
Austin [email protected]
Overview
The purpose of Campus Decorations is to inspire students, alumni, and faculty by covering the campus with school spirit as both the University of Missouri and the Columbia community prepare for Homecoming festivities.
General Information
This event will be held on the evening of Friday, Oct. 24, 2014, from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Campus Decorations must be up by 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24, 2014, and removed by 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2014.
Scaffolding must be ready for approval by 4 p.m. on Thursday Oct. 23, 2014.
Scaffolding must be anchored down with flags at the end before approval.
Board setup may begin anytime after scaffolding is approved on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2014.
Approval is designated by the Campus Decorations Committee attaching a notice to the scaffolding.
Campus Decorations will occur rain or shine.
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Important Dates
Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2014: Pomp order pick-up at the Reynolds Alumni Center
Thursday, Sept. 18, 2014: Entry form, proposed site, and preliminary sketches with materials list due.
Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014: Final design due including materials, characters, freestanding objects, and audience involvement activity
Thursday, Oct 9, 2014: Script and final site selection due
Thursday, Oct. 16, 2014: Audio tapes/CDs due
Thursday, Oct. 23, 2014: Scaffolding up and tied down for inspection by 4 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 24, 2014: Campus Decorations inspected by fire marshal; Campus Decorations up by 4 p.m. (NO MORE FINAL ALTERATIONS TO BOARDS OR FREESTANDING OBJECTS AFTER 4 P.M EXCEPT SOUND, AUDIO, LIGHTING, SEATING AND JUDGES TABLE.)
Sunday, Oct. 26, 2014: All Campus Decorations must be removed by 6 p.m.
Reminders
Only members of the participating organization may design, build, record, and/or decorate.
No outside help is allowed.
Anything not specified in the rulebook will fall under the interpretation and disciplinary action of the Homecoming Steering Committee. We encourage innovation. If questions arise, please contact the Campus Decorations Committee.
The judgment of the Homecoming Steering Committee is final in all questions of interpretation
Please remember that the streets will be blocked from noon to 10 p.m. on Friday Oct. 24, 2014.
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Dimensions
Each campus decoration may not exceed 16 feet in height or 32 feet in width (approximately 16 4’x8’ boards).
Decorations may exceed the dimension restrictions if grouping chooses to pomp less than 25% (see rule below)
The maximum amount pomped may not exceed 50 percent.
If the grouping chooses to pomp less than 25% of the original dimensions you may add TWO extra boards OR an extra freestanding object.
If the grouping chooses to add two extra boards, the total percentage of pomp of the finished product still may not exceed 25%.
Approximations are done to recognize the possibility of the organizations pomping half boards, quarter boards, etc. to create a combination of 50 percent rather than specifically pomping 8 boards.
The percentage of boards pomped is a maximum and not a requirement.
The 16 boards can be set flat or offset to a maximum depth of ten feet measured from the front of the decoration. Any other materials, objects, or props used to enhance the scene must be attached to the original boards and remain within the allotted ten feet.
Frames are included as part of the 16 board maximum.
The maximum number of boards is a limit and not a requirement.
Materials
The 16 boards referred to in the dimensions section will have the option of being pomped, but can include other embellishments such as paint, glitter, cloth, chicken wire, papier-mâché, etc. The use of alternative and creative materials is strongly encouraged.
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Prefabricated materials may be used within the design of the Campus Decoration; however, these prefabricated materials must be approved prior to construction and only make up minor de tails as opposed to a major element of the design. Prefabricated materials should be used at a minimum. Any questions may be directed to the Campus Decorations Committee.
Example: When constructing a house, participating organizations may buy shingles for a roof, and plexiglass for a window but not an entire prefabricated house.
Participants must provide a list of materials to the Campus Decorations Committee by Thursday Sept. 19 immediately following the liaison meeting. Failure to submit all materials on time will result in a point deduction.
Final decision of materials allowed, as well as interpretations of rules will be determined by the Campus Decorations Committee and the Homecoming Advisor.
Open flames, televisions, and multi-media devices are strictly prohibited.
Any objects that extend off boards may not exceed two feet in depth
Groupings must include one object in at least two of the following: Campus Decorations, Parade, or Talent.
Freestanding Objects
A maximum of two freestanding objects will be allowed for each Campus Decoration.
Three freestanding objects will be allowed if the grouping chooses to pomp less than 25%
These objects may be adjacent to make one larger object. They may not be stacked, or attached due to safety restrictions
These objects must be hand-made by the organization. The objects cannot be traditionally pomped. However, chicken wire pomp, papier-mâché, or any other art form will be acceptable.
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Props used in Missouri Theatre are limited to 4’x8’x10’ each. If you wish to reuse items for Talent, the sizes of individual pieces may not exceed these dimensions.
Audience Involvement
All campus decorations must have an interactive activity for the audience to take part in. This can be included in a freestanding object or skit.
Activity must be submitted with the preliminary sketches in order to be approved.
Changes to activity will be accepted up until the final sketch submission. They must be approved by the Steering Committee.
Moving Parts
Decorations may contain an unlimited amount of moving parts within the specified dimensions. However, all moving parts must follow the original materials guidelines. Members of organizations will be allowed within the dimensions to move figures during the performance.
To avoid point deductions, ask the Campus Decorations Committee about any parts that may be questionable.
Characters
A maximum of seven characters are allowed for each skit. Multiple forms of art will be accepted and are encouraged (i.e. traditional pomp, chicken wire pomp, papier-mâché, paint, etc.). If you have any questions, please contact the Campus Decorations Committee.
If you choose to pomp the characters, the pomping does not count toward your total pomping percentages.
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Performance
Length of the performance should be between five and seven minutes.
Performances should run once every 30 minutes
Show times will be pre-determined by the Campus Decorations Committee and run on a schedule for the audience’s convenience.
Each performance must include a reminder to attend the Spirit Rally at 7:30 at the corner of Richmond and Burnam and also incorporate the following prepared quote, “(insert grouping name here) would like to thank the Mizzou Alumni Association for sponsoring Homecoming.”
Viewing
An area in front of the Decoration must be sectioned off for children 12 and under.
A section with seating for judges must also be provided with a clear viewing area.
The Campus Decoration must be visible to the entire audience. This should be considered during site selection, decoration design and lighting design.
Judging
Judges tables may be decorated, but the decorations are limited to a tablecloth and chair covers. Decorations should not distract from judge’s viewing of the skit, nor should there be interactions with the judges during the performance.
You may choose to provide light snacks to the judges, but you may not present them gift bags, boxes, baskets, or anything else that encourages them to be taken away from the table.
Judges table can be set up after 4 pm. deadline for boards.
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The materials for the judges’ table do not need to be on the materials list.
Site
The Campus Decorations Committee must approve the selected site by Thursday, Oct. 9, 2014.
The Campus Decorations Committee will assist in finding alternative sites for Decorations, if necessary.
Point Breakdown
All Campus Decorations will be judged on a 160-point scale (refer to the score sheet provided). Keep the score sheets in mind when planning and building your Campus Decoration. They are the exact sheets that will be used by the judges and will be a useful resource for your organization.
The highest and lowest scores will be averaged together. This score will be added together with the other six scores, thus eliminating outliers, for a total of seven scores.
Additional honorable mention awards will be given based on categories from the score sheet including Storyline, Creativity, Overall Design, and Characters. These awards will not be worth additional points, but are meant to add recognition for the hard work and creativity put into the Campus Decorations.
Point Deductions
A member of the Homecoming Steering Committee will ensure that all organizations follow the guidelines of the rulebook. Points will be deducted for failure to follow guidelines. The point deductions are stated:
15 points will be deducted for violating the following penalties: Exceeding dimensions, exceeding character limits, pomping over 50 percent, exceeding work deadlines which include starting early or continuing past the set deadlines, using help outside the participating organizations, and using prohibited materials that were not approved by the Campus Decorations Committee.
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10 points will be deducted for violating the following penalties:
Missing appointment deadlines including scaffolding setup and fire marshal inspections, smoking within 20 feet of the Campus Decorations, for not following performance schedule, exceeding or going under the required time allotment, for any materials used that were not included and approved in your materials list, and distasteful teardown of decorations.
Point Formula
A - B = C
A = Total points awarded by judges (refer to score sheet)
B = Total point deductions
C = Total Score
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Campus Decorations Score SheetGrouping: ___________________________ Judges Signature: __________________________________
OVERALL DESIGN (Honorable Mention) __ / 55
Is the total layout of the decoration aesthetically pleasing? Is there continuity between different parts of the decoration? Does the decoration incorporate moving parts or special effects?
CREATIVITY (Honorable Mention) __ / 35
Does the decoration have any unique aspects that set it apart? Are the methods used to complete the decoration unconventional, and if so, do they make the decoration better or worse?
STORYLINE (Honorable Mention) __/ 15
Does the plot of the story make sense? Does it appeal to all audience members? Does it keep the audience’s attention? Is the story complete?
THEME INCORPORATION __/ 15
Does the story effectively express the chosen theme? Is Mizzou successfully incorporated into the story?
FREE STANDING OBJECTS __ / 20
Do the objects complement the decoration? Are the objects child-friendly and appealing?
CHARACTERS (Honorable Mention) __/ 10
Do the characters have any unique aspects that set it apart? Are they visually appealing to the audience and an asset to the overall decoration?
AUDIO QUALITY __/ 5
Is the sound clear and dialogue understandable? Are the character voices easy to distinguish? Is the presence of music effective or defective?
AUDIENCE INTERACTION __/ 5
Does the store itself include methods of incorporating the audience? Is there interaction between the audience and the performance?
TOTAL SCORE ______/160
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Suggested Timeline for Homecoming DecorationsThe following is a suggested timeline from The Campus Decorations Committee. This timeline is merely a suggestion to improve time management for organizations participating in Campus Decorations.
Aug. 26 – Aug. 30 Plan design Begin preparation of boards (priming, painting, tracing) Brainstorm freestanding objects Reserve scaffolding, lighting and audio equipment
Sept. 10– Sept. 13 Boards should be started and moving along Begin drafting your skit script Start free standing objects
Sept. 15 – Sept. 18 After Labor Day, start working on boards (pomping, painting, etc) Prepare preliminary sketches with materials list, proposed site and entry forms for the liaison meetings
Sept. 29 – Oct 2 Begin working on characters Prepare final designs for the liaison meeting
Oct. 6 – Oct. 9 Start thinking about how to execute the audio recordings Have roughly completed 40-60 percent of the boards Prepare script and site selection to turn in at liaison meeting
Oct. 13 – Oct. 16 Continue working on boards and free standing objects and have characters mostly completed Complete audio for skits and prepare to turn in at the liaison meeting
Oct. 20– Oct. 24 Pick up scaffolding and audio/lighting equipment Set up and prepare for scaffolding inspection Finish boards Set up frame Have boards up and finished by 4 pm
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Campus OutreachLaurel Myers
Kit NelsonZac Sweets
Overview
The Homecoming Steering Committee will host a Homecoming informational session for participating organizations. Guest speakers will include representatives from the Mizzou Alumni Association, American Red Cross and the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri. Information sessions will be on [Insert date here] at [Insert Location] and [Insert location].They will last approximately 20 minutes and take place every 30 minute from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Organizations will receive 10 points for attending. Organizations will receive full points if 5% of the organization’s members are in attendance. Organizations will be assigned their respective times and issued tickets by the Homecoming Steering Committee.
Members of each organization attending the informational sessions are expected to bring a ticket and turn it in to a designated folder held by a Steering Committee member. These tickets must be turned in following the meeting in order to receive points.
Participating organizations will lose all points for attending the information session if a member of their organization is caught turning in more than one ticket. Members arriving later than their scheduled time will be asked to attend the next information session.
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ParadeJustin Kendall
Caroline McMahonBrett Waddell
Carly [email protected]
Overview
The Homecoming Parade will be held Saturday, October 25, 2014. Time: TBA
Any student organization recognized by the University of Missouri, residential unit, community organization or business may enter a decorated car, float, walking banner, or other entry as allowed by the parade committee.
Campus organizations may place an entry in any one of the following three, judged categories: Float Vehicle Banner
All participating groups must submit entry forms online at mizzou.com/homecoming by Thursday, September 18 2014 at 5 p.m. Detailed sketches of each decorated entry (i.e. float or vehicle) must be turned in Thursday, October 9, 2014 at the liaison meeting.
Sketches of banners do not need to be submitted
This year’s entries will be capped at 145. Parade entries will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis.
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Campus organizations may choose to participate as a judged category or simply as a parade participant.
Competing entries will be ranked in first through fifth places based on the criteria listed on the judging form (see appendix).
Parade Participation Rules All entries must maintain forward motion at all times.
Candy and other hand-outs must be directly handed to audience members.
Candy cannot be thrown.
Floats are subject to inspection to ensure guidelines are followed.
Decorations All entries (including vehicles, banners or floats) should incorporate Truman the Tiger and Celebrating Our Stripes.
The name of each organization should be clearly represented on the entry.
Spirit Every judged entry must have at least 10 members of the campus organization walking with the entry during the parade.
Spirit throughout the parade and overall enthusiasm of the walking participants is strongly encouraged. This includes but is not limited to: chanting, cheering, smiling, waving, crowd interaction, etc.
Costumes are allowed in parade but must be approved by the Parade Committee and have no masks.
Please note that purchased materials do not necessarily equal spirit or enthusiasm.
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Float Dimensions and Construction Specifications Entries must not exceed a height of 11 feet (from bed of the trailer to the top of the entry) or a width of 12 feet.
Trailers must not exceed a length of 24 feet
Entries must be safely navigable throughout the parade route. For safety and navigational purposes, no semi-trailers are allowed.
Only members of the campus organizations may construct floats. NO OUTSIDE HELP IS ALLOWED!
The theme specific to each float should be visible from both sides of the float or decorated vehicle.
Prefabricated materials may be used in the design of the float however these prefabricated materials must be approved prior to the construction and may only make up minor details as opposed to a major element in the design.
Prefabricated materials may be used at a minimum. If you have any questions, please contact the Parade Committee.
Parade Committee has full discretion over what is or is not allowed as readymade material. If you have any questions, please contact the Parade Committee.
Absolutely no flames or any form of pomping are allowed. The penalty for using flames or pomping is disqualification.
Absolutely no objects such as water, candy, or confetti may be propelled or thrown.
Tips on Float Construction The most important thing to remember when building a float is your limitations. You will need to determine the budget, time commitment, resources, and talent available.
Be sure to follow the rulebook closely as rules will be strictly enforced.
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A detailed sketch is required. The purpose of the sketch is to make sure your float is acceptable and meets all requirements; however, your float will be inspected at a later date to make sure that your float physically meets all requirements.
It is important to start early to achieve your goal of having a successful float. You will want to build a structure strong enough to last for the duration of the parade route. Remember: Know your limitations!
Papier-maché and painting are all effective ways to cover the float; however, there are other covering that are acceptable. Please contact the Parade Committee if you have questions concerning your choice of covering. Remember NO POMPING.
The safety of your float is most important!
Tips for Decorating a Vehicle
Decorated vehicles are not limited to cars and trucks. Golf Carts, Lawnmowers, Tractors, ATV’s, etc. are also acceptable. If there is any question concerning your vehicle, contact the parade committee.
See the point breakdown for other questions, or contact the Parade Committee, [email protected].
Tips for Banners
Banners will be walked with for a few hours, so keep this in mind when selecting a material for construction. The banner must last the entire parade.
Important DatesSeptember 18- Online entry forms due by 5 p.m.October 9- Detailed sketches of float due at liaison meetingOctober 16- Parade script due at liaison meetingOctober 25- 2014 Homecoming Parade
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Public RelationsKelsey Boardson
Tucker MooreAmy Zuroweste
Overview
Liaison meetings will be held every Thursday at 7 p.m. during the Homecoming season until Thursday, Oct. 16. Dates are listed below. Please note that meeting locations change often.
Thursday, September 4Thursday, September 11Thursday, September 18Thursday, September 25Thursday, October 2Thursday, October 9Thursday, October 16
Liaison Meeting Attendance
A representative from each participating organization must be present at every liaison meeting. For Greek groupings, this includes one member from each chapter.
A representative from each chapter must check in at the beginning of every meeting.
All 10 liaison meetings are worth one point for a total of 10 points. You must arrive on time. If a liaison arrives late, they will lose their points for that meeting.
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MerchandiseThe purpose of Merchandise is to promote Mizzou spirit and Homecoming pride through the sale and distribution of official 2013 Mizzou Homecoming apparel. To ensure fairness and efficiency, participating groupings must turn in the official merchandise Group Order Forms and payment at the liaison meeting on Sept. 11, 2014 in order to be eligible for merchandise points.
Important Dates Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014: Group Order Form and payment due at the Homecoming liaison meeting. Participating chapters must turn in their Group Order Forms and payment by the end of the Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014 Homecoming liaison meeting in order to receive full merchandise points. If the Group Order Form and/or payment is turned in after the end of the liaison meeting, groupings will receive a 20 point deduction from their merchandise points. Please note that orders received 24 hours after the liaison meeting on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014 will lose half of the grouping’s merchandise points.
Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014: Merchandise Pick-Up Day at the Reynolds Alumni Center. Each chapter will be assigned a 15-minute block of time to pick up its merchandise order.
Point Breakdown To earn merchandise points, participating groupings must pre-order merchandise by using the Group Order Form.
The Group Order Form and payment must be turned in by the end of the liaison meeting on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2014.
The percentage of members (as of Sept. 11, 2014) ordering merchandise within each Homecoming pairing will determine the number of points the respective grouping receives (see formula below). Official organization percentage will be obtained using numbers submitted to the Office of Greek Life at the beginning of the semester.
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Organizations that fail to pick up their merchandise order within their assigned 15-minute block of time on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2014 will automatically receive a 20 points deduction from their total score.
Chapters that fail to pick up their merchandise orders by the last allotted block of times will receive a 30-point deduction from their total score.
Both long and short sleeve shirts are available for purchase. Each item will count toward merchandise points for participating chapters if ordered through the Group Order Form. For example, if a chapter has 100 members, to receive maximum points the organization would need to order 60 items – this could be 30 short sleeve and 30 long sleeve.
Merchandise Point Breakdown
If at least 60% of the Greek grouping purchases merchandise, they will receive 100 points. If 50-59% of the Greek grouping purchases merchandise, they will receive 85 points. If 40-49% of the Greek grouping purchases merchandise, they will receive 75 points. If 30-39% of the Greek grouping purchases merchandise, they will receive 55 points. If 20-29% of the Greek grouping purchases merchandise, they will receive 40 points. If 10-19% of the Greek grouping purchases merchandise, they will receive 25 points. If 0-9% of the Greek grouping purchases merchandise, they will receive 0 points.
Deduction Point Breakdown
Failure by a Greek chapter to turn in the Group Order Form on time – 20 point deduction. Failure by a Greek chapter to pick up merchandise during allotted time slot – 30 point deduction. Failure by a Greek chapter to pick up merchandise by the last allotted time slot – 30 point deduction.
Important Dates
Sept. 11: Group Oder Form and payment due at liaison meeting, 7 p.m.Sept. 28: Merchandise pick-up at Reynolds Alumni Center.
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ServiceTaMarco DavisJustin Derks
Katie [email protected]
Overview
Homecoming Service allows students to showcase the university to the community and give back to those in need in the name of Mizzou Homecoming. Each campus organization will be required to send a certain number of members to the service projects that will be held throughout October. In order to receive full points, members must check in on time at their event or project, complete the project as instructed, and check out before leaving. If volunteers fail to meet the requirements listed for each given event, there will be a deduction of points as outlined in the deductions headline of the service section of this rulebook.
Projects and ParticipationTiger Food Fight: Friday, Oct. 10, 2014: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Members of the Mizzou community will work to make a significant contribution to the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri. Greek groupings, campus organizations, residence halls, and all other Tigers will donate canned food to the “Tiger Food Fight” drive.
The drive will take place in front of the Student Center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 10. Greek groupings will be given an appointment time and are expected to provide their own transportation to deliver their canned goods.
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Each Greek grouping is expected to deliver their canned goods at their designated time or they will be deducted points as outlined in the deduction section.
Items that will not be accepted include ramen Noodles and perishable food items.
Drop off times will be shared at the liaison meeting on Thursday, October 2, and emailed to participating Greek groupings following the meeting.
Tigers Taming Hunger: Oct. 5, 9, 12, 17, 18, and 19, 2014
Members of Greek groupings will ask for donations from the community at local grocery stores and from Mizzou students at campus dining facilities and markets.
Each grouping will be asked to provide 5 volunteers for 4 shifts for a total of 20 volunteers (one member from each grouping must be in attendance). Each shift will last 2 hours. These volunteers will stand outside of assigned locations and request food and monetary donations. Volunteers will be given fliers containing information on which food items are the most needed.
Participants are expected to be courteous and respectful of employees and patrons. Volunteers are expected to maintain a positive attitude while actively participating.
Posters promoting homecoming, Mizzou, and the Food Bank are encouraged for spirit points (5 points).
A Steering Committee member will be present should a situation arise.
Volunteer assignments will be distributed at the October 2nd liaison meeting.
Day of Service: Oct. 4
We encourage all members of the Mizzou family to give back to our campus and to the community.
Each Greek grouping will be asked to provide 10 volunteers at the Homecoming Day of Service. We will provide participants service opportunities through organizations that benefit the Columbia community.
Volunteers will be required to check in and out with a Homecoming Steering Committee member. Every organization is encouraged to participate in the Homecoming Day of Service.
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Point Breakdown
Tiger Food Fight: 1000 cans = 50 points, 700 cans = 40 points, 400 cans = 25 points 50Tigers Taming Hunger: 20 volunteers 50Day of Service: 40Total 140
Deductions
Tiger Food Fight If the campus organization delivers their food more than 15 minutes after their designated time, 10 points will be deducted from the service total.
Tigers Taming Hunger: Each time a participant of the Greek grouping arrives more than 10 minutes late or leaves early, then 10 points will be deducted from the Service total. If volunteers are not actively participating, 10 points will be deducted. If a grouping is asked to leave their location site, all Tigers Taming Hunger points will be deducted.
Day of Service: If any member of the campus organization is asked to leave the service site, 10 points will be deducted.
Important Dates
October 2: Given assigned drop off time for Tiger Food Fight at liaison meeting; Tigers Taming Hunger volunteer slots distributed.October 4: Day of ServiceOctober 5, 9, 12, 17, 18, 19: Tigers Taming HungerOctober 10: Tiger Food Fight
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Special Events Nick AkinsCC Bolin
Decorate The District
Decorate the District spreads the spirit of Homecoming throughout the city of Columbia through the decoration of businesses in the Downtown District. Each grouping will be partnered with a specific establishment and asked to show their creativity while incorporating the groupings overall theme and Mizzou spirit by embellishing the façade of the building. Decorate with spirit, pride, and creativity and make sure to have fun!
Interaction with the Establishment
Remember to be courteous and respectful of the establishment and its owners and employees. As students of the university, you are responsible for promoting a positive image of Mizzou, Homecoming and the Greek community to the outside community.
15 points may be deducted if an establishment owner files a complaint about the student participation
Groupings will receive their assigned businesses on Thursday October 2nd, and must contact their designated establishment by Thursday, October 9th, to ensure that they agree to the decorations.
A proof of contact contract is available in the appendix of the rulebook. The designated establishment as well as the grouping must sign this contract
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Points will also be deducted if a design for your designated establishment is not submitted. The sketch must be initialed by the establishment contact and turned in at the liaison meeting on Thursday, October 9, 2014 10 points will be deducted if your designated establishment is not contacted.
MAA Signage
Each grouping will be given a Mizzou Alumni Association (MAA) sign that must be placed at their business.
The MAA sign will be given out at the liaison meeting on Thursday, October 16, 2014.
Finances
Each grouping may buy supplies, but total supplies purchased may NOT exceed $200.
The use of materials and decorations previously owned are encouraged to be used and will not count toward the $200 supply threshold.
Groupings will be required to present receipts for all supplies used by 4 p.m. on Thursday, October 23, 2014, to the Special Events committee member stationed at corner of Ninth and Elm Street (across from Shakespeare’s Pizza).
All expenses should be included on the expense log provided in the rulebook. Receipts should be included as well.
Decorating Specifications and Deductions
In addition to the MAA sign, each grouping is required to decorate their business by displaying Mizzou spirit while incorporating the pairing’s overall theme.
As noted in the contract, all supplies used must be approved by the business. This includes any preferences regarding supplies, (i.e. window paints, streamers and lights). Please respect the wishes of your assigned establishment.
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All window decorations and artwork may display your group’s name and Mizzou spirit, but may not serve as a venue for advertising your group’s mission or political agenda.
Decorating will take place between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2014.
You may leave the establishment once decorations are completed, but while decorating, a member from each individual chapter within the grouping must be present at all times.
All Decorations and clean up must be completed by 4 p.m.
A representative from the grouping must check out upon completion and turn in receipts and the expense log to a Special Events Committee member at the corner of Ninth and Elm by 4 p.m. No points will be awarded if members of a grouping work past 4 p.m. Judging will begin promptly at 4:30 p.m.
RemovalEach grouping is required to have all decorations down by 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2014. This Includes all window paint, which must be completely removed from all windows. Failure to remove the decorations by 2:30 p.m. will result in disqualification from Decorate the District.
A fine of $100 will be charged to any grouping that does not remove decorations to the satisfaction of the establishment owner. The approval of the clean-up efforts is at the discretion of the establishment owner.
Point Breakdown Judges will award points for creativity, artistic value and Mizzou spirit while incorporating the pairing’s overall theme.
The point scale will be from 0 - 40
Deductions and Fines 10 points will be deducted if the Proof of Contact contract and the initialed sketch are not turned in at liaison meeting on Thursday, October 9, 2014.
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10 points will be deducted if the expenditure report is not turned in at check out or if the total expenditures exceed the limit.
Disqualification will result if decorations are not removed by 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2014.
No points will be awarded if members of grouping work past 4 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2014.
Decorate the District Expenditure Log
The Decorate the District expenditure log is available in the Appendix section of the rulebook. Each Greek grouping will be required to fill it out and hand it in at the designated time.
Important Dates - Decorate the District
October 9- Last day to contact designated business. Proof of Contact contract due at liaison meeting.October 16- MAA sign handed out at liaison meetingOctober 23- Decorate the District between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.October 26- Decorate the District decorations must be removed by 2:30 p.m.
Banner
The banner competition is a vital part of the MU Homecoming tradition. Each year Residence Halls, campus organizations and Greek Chapters design and create banners that display their Mizzou spirit and pride while incorporating their overall participation theme. This year, chapters have two opportunities to complete a banner. One banner will be judged and scored. Chapters have the option of creating an additional spirit banner, which will not be judged. Although the spirit banner is not required, it is encouraged to help spread Mizzou spirit around campus
Competition Banner
For the judged banner, groupings must incorporate and include the following things: Incorporation of overall designated participation theme The words “Mizzou Homecoming”
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The words “Celebrating Our Stripes” Name(s) of the Homecoming Grouping The banner must be the size of a queen size sheet The banner is NOT required to have a 3-D object
Spirit Banner
Additionally, chapters can create an optional spirit banner. This provides chapters an opportunity to showcase their organization to fans and the community. These banners will be placed in the Student Center throughout the week of Homecoming. Spirit banners will be hung Sunday October 19th as well.
The following information should be included on the OPTIONAL Student Center banner: The words, “Mizzou Homecoming” The words, “Celebrating Our Stripes” Name(s) of the Homecoming Pairing or Triad The banner at the Student Center must not exceed the size of a twin sheet.
Point Breakdown
The judges will assign points to each Homecoming pairing or triad based on the following: Design of the banner Incorporation of Homecoming pairing or triad’s overall theme Display of the Homecoming pairing or triad’s Mizzou Creativity and originality Neatness.
The point scale will be from 0 - 50.
Deductions and Fines
5 points will be deducted if a sketch of the banner design is not turned in on at the liaison meeting on Thursday, October 9, 2014.
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5 points will be deducted if the Homecoming pairing or triad does not include the required elements (name, Destination, theme, etc).
10 points will be deducted if the banner exceeds dimensions
No points will be awarded if the Homecoming pairing or triad banner is not hung in the designated location on Sunday, October 19, 2014.
Important Dates
October 19: Competition Banners hung at designated location by 4 p.m. Competition Banners judged starting at 4:30 p.m. Spirit Banners hung at the Student Center- assigned time TBA
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Talent Sam Belvin
Christian GanderNick LazechkoAlexis Schaefer
Overview
Homecoming Talent provides University of Missouri students the opportunity to showcase their acting and dancing abilities among their peers. Talent skits celebrate the Homecoming tradition by creating spirit and pride in the university and our traditions. Each participating grouping will write, direct, and perform a skit no longer than 15 minutes in the Talent competition.
Performance Requirements
Skit must incorporate a plot based on their grouping’s “Oh the Places You’ll Go” and incorporate their selected song. Additionally, lyrics of the song must be altered and incorporated into the skit. The song must be sung by at least one member of the Greek grouping.
Two choreographed dances must be included into the skit with music. This music needs to be different from the selected song.
Each grouping must have an introduction video for their skit that is no longer than one minute and 30 seconds.
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Prop Limitations Up to three props can be as large as 4 feet wide x 8 feet long x 6.6 feet tall.
All remaining props must be no more than 2 feet wide x 6 feet long x 6.6 feet tall.
Individual flats cannot exceed 5 feet wide x 10 feet tall. No more than 6 flats can be used. Flats may not have a total width greater than 30 feet.
Groupings must include one object in at least two of the following: Campus Decorations, Parade, or Talent.
Directors Meetings Directors’ meetings will begin Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2014 at 8:00 p.m. (location TBD) and will continue until Tuesday, Oct. 14 2014. Each participating chapter in the grouping must have exactly one representative at every directors meeting.
Points will be deducted from the groupings’ preliminary score each time a representative is absent from a directors’ meetings. Please refer to the directors’ book for point deductions. Additionally, if a chapter is late to a meeting, additional points will be deducted.
Talent Judging Judges will be comprised of different ages, backgrounds, and levels of expertise.
Judges will remain the same for all nights of the Talent competition.
All judge’s scores will be averaged to determine final talent scores
Point Breakdown All skits will be judged on a 140-point scale. The highest and lowest scores will be averaged together. This score will be averaged together with the other three scores, thus eliminating outliers.
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For judging point breakdown please refer to talent directors’ book which is also available online at www.mizzou.com/homecoming.
Final Talent placement and superlative awards will be announced with the overall Homecoming results at announcements.
Homecoming Acts
HAs can be soloists, musical medleys, instrumental performances, dance, stand- up, or any other performance approved by the Talent committee.
HAs will be limited to, and may not exceed 5 minutes, including stage preparation.
HAs will be held in Missouri Theatre and a location TBD.
One performer will be selected to sing the National Anthem each night of Talent, for a total of 3 per formers. There are no entry fees for National Anthem.
Entry forms for both HAs and the National Anthem tryouts and fees for HAs must be submitted at 123 Reynolds Alumni Center no later than Thursday, Sept. 25 at 5:00 p.m.
An email will be sent out to all those who turned in Homecoming Act entry forms regarding sign-ups for auditions.
All HAs must attend auditions, which will be held Sunday, Oct. 5, and must be prepared to perform their entire act for their audition.
Important Dates
September 2nd at 8 p.m.: First director’s meetingSeptember 25th at 5 p.m.: HA entry forms dueOctober 5th: HA AuditionsOctober 20, 21, 22: Talent Production
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TraditionsLuke Blackburn
Ariel GillEmma Meek
Overview
University of Missouri seniors have the opportunity to compete for one of the most coveted honors at the University: 2014 Homecoming King and Queen. Royalty Applications are due September 11th by 5:00 p.m. in 123 Reynolds Alumni Center or at the liaison meeting.
Greek Groupings
May collectively enter maximum of SIX candidates.
Each individual chapter may enter a maximum of three candidates.
Triad nominations can be split 2-2-2 or 3-2-1.
Pairing nomination should be split 3-3.
Entry Fee
Each Greek chapter will receive one free application. Additional applications cost $25.00. Each payment is due along with the application. Applications without payment will be eliminated from the selection pool.
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Overall Point Breakdown
Points for sponsoring organizations are as follows: Applicant Submission: 15 total points Top 30: 40 total points Top 10: 50 total points Crowning: No additional points will be awarded
NOTE: Only one application per grouping needs to be submitted to receive the full 15 points for submitting an application. Each pairing or triad will receive points for the one individual who advances the furthest in the selection process. For instance, a pairing or triad that has two individuals in the “Top 30,” one of whom goes on to the “Top 10,” the pairing or triad will receive 50 points, 15 points for submitting an application, 25 points for “Top 30,” and 10 points for “Top 10.”
Applicant Rules & Regulations
Applicants must be graduating in either December of 2014 or May of 2015 and must be a fulltime student, carrying at least 12 credit hours. Applicants must have attended MU three consecutive semesters. Qualification is NOT determined by cumulative credit hours.
Applicants must also be in good academic standing (at least a 2.5 GPA is required).
If a student has been named to a previous Homecoming Top 10 or Greek Week Top Ten, they are prohibited from applying.
Points are only awarded to the pairing or triad that is sponsoring the candidate(s). Only one organization can sponsor each candidate.
Absolutely NO public campaigning by the candidate or anyone on their behalf is allowed. This includes mass e-mails and social networking. (I.E. Listserves, Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, etc.). Any other form of campaigning is also NOT allowed. This includes mass emails, banners, fliers, and disrupting classroom settings.
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Selection Process
The process of selecting royalty is made up of two parts:
Part One: Top 30 selection consists of cumulative score from both a first round interview score and paper application score. These individuals (15 kings candidates and 15 queen candidates) with the highest cumulative score advance as the Top 30 royalty candidates.
Part Two: The Top 30 Royalty candidates will receive a second round interview to determine Top 10 Royalty (5 king candidates and 5 queen candidates). Top 10 selection is based on the second round interview score, first round interview score, and paper application score. The five females and five males with the highest overall score will be the Top 10 royalty candidates.
MU faculty, alumni, and members of the Columbia community will judge all paper applications, along with first and second round interviews.
Participating in royalty activities and student voting are the final components of the selection process to determine the 2014 Homecoming King and Queen.
Coronation Point BreakdownPaper Application: 5%First Round Interview Score: 5%Second Round Interview Score: 10%Student Voting: 35%Participation in Mandatory Events: 45%
Mandatory Events
Students who are selected to Homecoming Royalty Top 10 will have mandatory responsibilities, including service projects, and public appearances. Events are listed below.
Mandatory Events are subject to change and/or removed or added at the discretion of the Traditions Committee.
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Members will be responsible for portraying a POSITIVE image of Mizzou throughout all activities and service projects.
All mandatory events can be found on the application.
Applications Available June 1 Applications Due September 11 First Round Interviews September 21, 22, 23 Second Round Interviews September 28, 29, 30 Top 10 Banquet October 10 Blood Drive Set-up October 12 Blood Drive October 13, 14, 15, 16 MIZ BBQ TBA Talent October 20, 21, 22, 23 Top 10 Family Reception October 24 Campus Decs & Spirit Rally October 24 Homecoming Parade October 25 Halftime Coronation Homecoming Day October 25
When applying, please take into consideration all of these dates are MANDATORY.
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Merchandise Order Form: Campus Organizations
Chapter/Org: _____________________________________________ Contact: __________________________________________________ Phone #: ___________________________ Email: ___________________________________
Total Qty
SubtotalS M L XL
Comfort Colors Short Sleeve Tee (gold) $14.00 $Comfort Colors Short Sleeve Tee (gold) XXL $15.00 $Comfort Colors Short Sleeve Tee (gold) 3XL $16.00 $Comfort Colors Long Sleeve Tee (grey) $18.00 $Comfort Colors Long Sleeve Tee (grey) XXL $19.00 $Comfort Colors Long Sleeve Tee (grey) 3XL $20.00 $
ORDER TOTAL $
Merchandise Item Price Size
Payment: Cash Check Student Charge Student Number:__________________________ Credit Card Card Number:_____________________________
Expiration: __________ Card type: Visa Mastercard Discover Signature: _________________________________________________________________________ Printed name (as it appears on card):__________________________________________________
**Items will be available for pick-up at the Reynolds Alumni Center on September 28 at your assigned time
Spirit Banner Banner Design Approval
Please sketch your banner(s) below or attach a sketch and turn it in at the liaison meeting on Thursday, October 9th, 2014 Competition Banner
Spirit Banner (if applicable)
By signing below, you understand that you may be asked to make changed to your banner upon the discretion of the 2014 Homecoming Steering Committee.
Organization________________________________________
X_________________________________________________
Decorate the District
Proof of Contact/Involvement Confirmation I, _______________________ (business owner/manager), do hereby acknowledge that
_________________________ (organization) has contacted
_________________________ (designated business).
As a business owner/manager, I hereby give permission for the given organization to decorate the exterior of the business on Thursday, October 23, 2014 between the hours of 10am and 4pm. I acknowledge that the judging will also take place at 4:30pm on October 23, 2014. I also acknowledge that the decorations will be taken down by Sunday, October 26th, 2014 at 2:30pm.
In addition, I agree not to donate and/or supply the organization with any additional items as decorations. Please acknowledge that you accept the sketch below, as well.
Organization x________________________________________________________
Business x___________________________________________________________
Return at Liaison meeting on Thursday, October 9th, 2014.
2014 Homecoming Act and National Anthem Audition Form Please fill out one entry form per act.
IBA Entry National Anthem Entry I would like to perform (check one) At Jesse auditorium At the Shack, MU Student Center watch party Either Homecoming Act
Contact: _________________________________________________________ Phone Number: _________________________________________________ E-mail Address: _________________________________________________ Brief description of performance: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ HA Payment: $20. There is no Entry fee for National Anthem
HA tryout entry forms and payment are due on Thursday, September 11, at the Homecoming Liaison Meeting at 7:00 p.m. All checks or money orders are payable to MAA-Homecoming.
Organization Participation Sheet
Organization(s): ____________________________________________ Homecoming Liaison(s): ___________________________________________________________
Please check the following events that your Organization will be participating in during Mizzou’s 103nd Homecoming Celebration
If
Participating Event Details Contact Person and Email
Tiger Food Fight Agree to hold hall-‐wide food drive and deliver items on Oct. 10
Tigers Taming Hunger
Will need to provide 4 volunteers for 4 two-‐hour shifts
Homecoming Day of Service
Will need to provide 4 volunteers in order to qualify for points, however any student can sign up individually
to participate
Spirit Banners Will have banner hung by Oct. 19 Decorate the
District Will decorate between 10am and
4pm on Oct. 23
Parade Additional entry form required, due Sept. 18
For more information, full details, and additional deadlines, please consult the Organization Rulebook.
Organization Participation Sheet due to Homecoming Tri Directors ([email protected]) at the Liaison Meeting on Thursday, September 25th.
