2012 University of Homecoming Rules, Regulations, and Registration Packet

NOVEMBER 2012

September 24st, 2012

Greetings: Students, Faculty, Staff, Alumni, and Friends

The Official Homecoming celebration will be held October 24 – November 3, 2012. The Student Alumni Board and Student Alumni Association want this to be a Homecoming that is inclusive for U of A students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends. The 2012 Homecoming theme is Hog Holidays. Our goal is to make Homecoming 2012 a truly campus wide celebration, by increased unity and diversity through collaboration with organizations from all across the University campus and Northwest Arkansas. We really need the enthusiasm and excitement of every Residence Hall, RSO, Greek and International organizations to make this the best Homecoming yet.

The Homecoming Informational Packet contains all the necessary information for every event that is scheduled to take place for Homecoming 2012. The packet also contains event details, schedules, applications, and rules to help your organization compete in a healthy manner. We have defined “healthy competition” as abiding by the rules and regulations established by the Homecoming Planning Committee and Arkansas Alumni Association as outlined in this packet. Any behavior that does not correspond with the rules and guidelines is considered unhealthy and jeopardizes the spirit of Homecoming, and will be subject to disqualification or further recommended action from the Homecoming Advisory Committee, the Judiciary body for Homecoming 2012.

Student involvement is crucial to the success of any Homecoming event, and we are especially excited about the anticipation we have received from the student body. Please be aware of the entry deadlines for all events, which are listed on the entry forms included with this packet. Help us to make this the best Homecoming on “The Hill” by being an active participant and/or volunteering for events. There is an event or volunteer opportunity for everyone.

If you have any questions about the events, how to get involved, or any concern about Homecoming, please feel free to e-mail us at [email protected].

GO HOGS!

Student Alumni Association Board of Directors SAA Homecoming Committee Student Alumni Association

A digital copy of this packet can be found at homecoming.uark.edu.

2012 Homecoming Schedule

Monday, October 1st- Wednesday, October 3rd: Homecoming Razorback Quest Registration Register at Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House during regular office hours (Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) Details for contest housed on SAA Facebook Page

Saturday, October 20th: Make a Difference Day: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Register on the VAC at volunteer.uark.edu

Tuesday, October 23th: Blood Drive SETUP Located at HPER Gym 3

Pig Skin Classic Applications due to http://uark.athleague.com /by October 24 5Kans Razorback 5K Applications due to http://uark.athleague.com/ by October 24

Wednesday, October 24th: Blood Drive– Register all appointments at www.redcross.org 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Located at HPER Gym 3 Thursday, October 25th: Blood Drive– Register all appointments at www.redcross.org 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Located at HPER Gym 3

Friday, October 26th: Hogs for Heroes 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Located in ARKU Connections Lounge Friday Night Live: 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.

Monday, October 29th: “Hot Dogs with Head Hogs” 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 30th: Homecoming Cook-Off 11:00a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Homecoming Banner Contest Judging will be held from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Decorate the District RED!!! Judging will be held from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. “Pig Skin Classic” Flag Football Tournament Located at Intramural Field Games begin 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 31st: Create-A-Hog Event Connections Lounge: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Benefits to March of Dimes

Thursday, November 1st: Razorback 5K Cross Country Track 3:00 p.m. until race start time 5:00 p.m. race start time Homecoming Talent Show- ARKU Theater 8:00 p.m. show begins Please e-mail [email protected] for more information Homecoming Banners due to Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House by 4:00 p.m.

Friday, November 2nd: Lawn Decorating Competition Judging begins at 12:00 p.m. Dickson Street Parade Floats lineup: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Preliminary Judging: 5:00 p.m. Parade begins: 6:00 p.m.

Homecoming Pep Rally Chi Omega Greek Theatre: 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 3rd: NPHC Step show: Location/Time to be announced Young Alumni Board Student Band Performance at Hog Wild Tailgate, Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House (Three Hours Prior to Game) ● “Hog Holidays” Create-A-Hog Winners Displayed (Three Hours Prior to Game) vs. University of Tulsa

**Don’t forget to vote for the 2012 University of Arkansas Homecoming Queen (Oct. 29th-Oct. 31st)

Events listed in red are the official homecoming competitions. A calendar of events can also be found on homecoming.uark.edu

Homecoming 2012 Points List

Event Points Available

American Red Cross Blood Drive 100 pts. participation +150 1st +100 2nd +50 3rd

Create-A-Hog 100 pts. participation +150 1st +100 2nd +50 3rd

Homecoming Cook-off 100 pts. participation +150 1st +100 2nd +50 3rd

Decorate the District RED!!! 100 pts. participation +150 1st +100 2nd +50 3rd

Pig Skin Flag Football 100 pts. participation +150 1st +100 2nd +50 3rd

Banner Competition 100 pts. participation +150 1st +100 2nd +50 3rd

5Kans Razorback 5K 100 pts. Participation +150 1st +100 2nd +50 3rd

Lawn Decoration 100 pts. participation +150 1st +100 2nd +50 3rd

Dickson Street Parade 100 pts. participation +150 1st +100 2nd +50 3rd

Homecoming Pep Rally 100 pts. participation +150 1st +100 2nd +50 3rd

Young Alumni Student Band Contest 100 pts. participation

For each Homecoming event, and for the most overall points, there will be a winner from each of the three categories (Greeks, RSOs and Residence Halls). Point totals will be posted at homecoming.uark.edu during Homecoming week and will be updated as often as possible.

Notes on 2012 Homecoming Points System (Note: Some revisions were made in past Homecoming Events and are still valid) a. The points system has been revised to accommodate those events that are dependent upon the organization’s participation. i.American Red Cross Blood Drive: ● For each successful donation, a student is eligible to receive 1 point towards participating organizations in each of the three divisions. ● The student must be a registered participant in those organizations and will be verified by rosters at the event. ● Following the end of the Drive, each organization’s points will be totaled, divided by the total number of registered students in that organization, and multiplied by 100. ● This number will be the point’s equivalent for that percentage, not exceeding 100, and will count as the organization’s participation points for the Drive. ii. Create-A-Hog: ● This event serves as a fundraiser for the March of Dimes; this competition will be based on the amount of money raised. iii. 5Kans Razorback 5K: ● As to the Red-Cross Homecoming Blood Drive requirements, each organization MUST HAVE at least two participants in order to receive the 100 participation points allotted. ● The participant to first complete the 5Kans Razorback 5K Race will be awarded a prize not related to the competition points. ● The item(s) will be announced at the time of this event. ● THE PLACEMENTS OF THIS EVENT SOLELY RELY ON THE PERCENTAGE OF PARTICIPANTS FROM EACH ORGANIZATION, rather than the outcome of the race.

b. Residence Halls, significantly smaller in size will be allowed to pair up with neighboring halls in order to even out the statistical issue. They will be allowed to compete together in all Homecoming competitions. c. The Homecoming Informational Packet has been revised so that the sketches that are due on October 5th will reflect each Residence Hall, Greek House, and RSO competition elements. Each organization will find an area on the sketches to identify, specifically, where their lawn decorations will be located. Those organizations will be held accountable for making sure their lawn decorations are located where designated. d. All lawn decorations must remain up until after the University of Tulsa game.

Homecoming 2012 Rules and Regulations

American Red Cross Blood Drive a. Details i. Participants may give blood either Wednesday 24th or Thursday, October 25th from 11a.m. – 8 p.m. ii. The blood drive will be held at the HPER in the basketball gymnasiums located on the 3rd floor. iii. Appointments are STRONGLY encouraged to expedite the donation process, and can be made at www.redcrossblood.org b. Points i. Volunteers are required to attend the informational meeting on Tuesday, October 9th at 5:30 p.m. or on Wednesday, October 10th at 5:30 p.m. at the HPER. All registered volunteers are required to attend at least one meeting. A maximum of 5 volunteers from each pairing are allowed. ii. Organizations will compete for points based on the amount of successful donations. iii. A successful donor will receive 1 point toward each of their registered participating organizations. iv. If a person is eligible for double donations and chooses to donate double, he/she will earn 2 points. v. If a person is not eligible to be a donor based on the Red Cross guidelines but volunteers a minimum of 2 hours they will receive 1 point toward each of their registered participating organizations. (Note: This rule only applies if they do not meet the donor guidelines listed on www.redcross.org). vi. If a participating organization or Greek grouping provides anywhere under 100% of their required blood drive volunteers they will receive 0 points. vii. Every participating organization and Greek grouping must have two members attempt to donate for the automated collection process (Double Red Cell Donation.) a. Double red cell donation is similar to a whole blood donation, except a special machine is used to allow you to safely donate two units of red blood cells during one donation while returning your plasma and platelets to you. b. Why Should You Do It? i.You may already know about the ongoing need for blood and the importance of your donations through the American Red Cross. Whole blood donations contain red blood cells, platelets, plasma and white blood cells. Red blood cells are the most frequently used blood component and are needed by almost every type of patient requiring transfusion. If you meet certain criteria, double red cell donation allows you to safely donate two units of red cells during one appointment as an automated donation process. It is as safe as whole blood donation. c. The following criteria should be used in selecting the donors to attempt the DOUBLE RED process (the giving of two units of blood, rather than one) 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.

Automated Collection donors will register in the same process as whole blood donors. c. Rules i. All donors must check in and out with the SAA table in order to receive points for a successful donation. ii. Participating organizations and Greek groupings will lose 20% of final blood drive points if a member of their organization attempts to turn in more than one ticket. iii. Each participating organization must require up to five members of their pairing to volunteer at the Homecoming Blood Drive. iv. 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. v. Participating organizations and/or Greek groupings will lose 100% of their final blood drive points and be disqualified from the blood drive if: a. 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. b. Members of a 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 rule means: To request that others unaffiliated with your participating organization or Greek grouping give blood or volunteer on your organization or grouping’s behalf). c. Members of a 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. d. Members of a 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. e. They participate in any act deemed unethical by the American Red Cross, U.S. Food and Drug, Greek Life, Student Alumni Board of Directors and the Homecoming Advisory Committee f. There will be no toleration of soliciting donors for your organization. Any solicitation that is observed by an SAB member or affiliate will subject the soliciting group to disqualification as determined by the Homecoming Chair, SAB Directors, AAA Associate Director and Student Alumni Board of Directors and the Homecoming Advisory Committee. The violation will be reported to the Homecoming Advisory Committee and/or penalties will occur and disqualification from the 2012 Homecoming activities. Based on the violation the participating organization or Greek grouping may/may not be able to compete in the 2012 Homecoming activities.

Decorate the District RED!!! d. Details i. The Student Alumni Board’s purpose is to adhere to the traditions of the University of Arkansas’ Homecoming in accordance with the Arkansas Alumni Association to bring students, faculty, staff and alumni together to further encourage Razorback pride throughout Fayetteville while giving back to our campus and community. ii. Each organization or pairing will be partnered with a downtown Fayetteville establishment. All participating businesses will be located on Dickson Street, West Avenue, East Avenue, Block Avenue, Center Street, or Meadow Street. It is Student Alumni Board’s sincere intention to place as many organizations/pairings as possible with organizations located directly on Dickson Street or the Fayetteville Town Square. Organizations/pairings will receive randomly assigned businesses as soon as the sponsorship procurement is completed during the month of October. iii. Each organization/pairing is required to paint the window of their assigned business. All window paintings should make creative use of the 2012 Homecoming theme and incorporate as much Razorback spirit as possible. iv. Pairings may display their individual theme (the holiday of Christmas) within the window or choose to follow the overall Hog Holidays Homecoming theme v. All windows must state the Homecoming theme/slogan somewhere within the window: “Every Day is a Hog Holiday! University of Arkansas Homecoming” vi. Pairings/organizations are permitted to include the name of their organizations/Greek affiliation, but it SHOULD NOT dominate the overall design of the window vii. Only acrylic paint will be permitted for the decoration of windows. No other frills or decorations should be used in window or business (ex. no Christmas lights, tool/fabric, fake flowers, etc.) viii. There will be point deductions or possible disqualification for any organization failing to comply with these rules ix. Pairings/organizations must have a prepared sketch for their designated business by Thursday, October 18th, 2012. Sketches must be shared directly with the business and turned into the Arkansas Alumni House by 5pm for approval. x. A contract will be provided to each liaison to ensure proof of contact. This contract must be signed by the designated business and the organization. These forms must be turned in to the Arkansas Alumni House by 5pm on Thursday, October 18th, 2012 as well. Failure to turn in contract and sketch will result in a disqualification from this portion of the Homecoming competition. Please remember to be courteous and respectful of the business and its owners at all times. Point deduction or disqualification may occur if a business owner files a complaint about any student participants. xi. Decorating may take place between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Monday, October 29, 2012. xii. All painting must be finished by 4 p.m. or points will be deducted. xiii. Judging will begin promptly at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, October 30th, 2012. xiv. All windows will be professionally cleaned by Briteway Window Services on Monday November 5th, 2012. xv. In the event of inclement weather, all organizations are required to repair any damage to their mural throughout the week. All windows should reflect the completed mural from Monday at 2 p.m. b. Participation and Points i. Participation and Points a. This competition is based on participation from each organization. Points will be calculated as described in the Homecoming 2012 Point System. ii. Scoring a. There will be three judges with the Arkansas Alumni Association of the University with no affiliation to a competing organization. The judges will be given a score sheet with three categories: Overall Spirit, Creativity, and Sportsmanship. These rules will be explained to the judges and each section will be weighted equally.

Tusk Tuesday “Homecoming Chili Cook-Off” a. Details i. The cook-off will be held Tuesday, November 30th from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. in the Gardens. ii. Organizations may arrive at 10:30 a.m. and begin cooking at 11:00 a.m. Judging/tasting will begin at 2:00 p.m. iii. Upon arrival organizations will need to register with the SAB and SAA Cook-Off representatives. From that point your organization will be directed to your designated cooking area. b. Participation and Points iii. Before any organization commits to participate in the Homecoming Cook-Off, you must read and sign the registration forms. iv. Registered student organizations participating in the Homecoming Cook-Off competition are responsible for preparing the necessary items for the categories selected. v. Greek organizations must cook within their pairing. Points for winning dishes therefore, go to each pairing, not house. vi. Your organization or pairing will be judged in 3 categories. Each category will be judged separately and organizations will compete to earn points for each category and this will determine their ultimate placement for the Homecoming Cook-Off. vii. The three main categories include meat or vegetarian chili dishes, dessert, and presentation. viii. Within each of the 3 categories, 3 points will be awarded for 1st place, 2 points for 2nd, and 1 point for 3rd. At the end of the cook-off, each organization’s points will be added to determine the overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. Those winners will be awarded their points respective to their placement based on the Homecoming 2012 Points List. ix. Please prepare entrees to serve a minimum of ten people. Entrees will be donated to 7 Hills Homeless Shelter. x. Entrees will be judged 70% on taste and 30% on presentation/creativity. xi. Presentation will be judged and is defined as: the complete design of the designated cook-off area as it fits with the theme. Presentation will be judged during judges’ walk-through at 2:00 p.m. xii. Creativity of meals and taste will be judged during the tasting judging which will begin at 2:00 p.m. Judges will have a total of 5 minutes to taste and judge each pairing meal. xiii. Please prepare packaging for all leftovers. Food will be donated to the 7 Hills Homeless Shelter. c. Cook-Off Rules i. Cooking must be done at the Gardens Pavilion during the allotted event hours, beginning at 11:00 a.m. This includes all prep work such as dicing, marinating, and baking. ii. Assistance is permitted in setting-up and cleaning-up, however cooking and preparing must be done by current members of participating organizations. iii. Lack of cooperation will result in disqualification or point deduction as determined by the Homecoming Chair, SAB Directors, AAA Assistant Director and Homecoming Advisory Council. iv. Inappropriate behavior, including but not limited to, consumption of alcohol and illegal drugs will not be tolerated and will result in disqualification as determined by the Homecoming Chair, SAB Directors, AAA Associate Director and Homecoming Advisory Council.

d. Facility Rules i. Work area must be thoroughly cleaned upon completion of the cook-off. Any organization that fails to do so will be automatically disqualified from the competition. ii. Each organization must provide their own materials, such as grills, serving utensils, serving platters, crock pots, extension cords, and containers for samples. iii. Student Alumni Board will provide electrical outlets, two tables, and three chairs. v. There are absolutely no vehicles allowed on the lawn at The Gardens. Violation of this rule will result in both a fine and disqualification as determined by Homecoming Chair, SAB Directors, Student Programs Coordinator and Homecoming Advisory Council. vi. There must be no use of individual sound equipment by participating groups.

Create-A-Hog: Event a. Details i. The Create-A-Hog Event will take place on Wednesday, October 31st from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Arkansas Student Union Connections Lounge. ii. Each entry must be in place by 12:15 p.m. at the Arkansas Student Union Connections Lounge in order to be considered for the contest. iii. Each Greek pairing, RSO, or RIC is to create a 3 x 3 foot hog fashioned after the holiday assigned to them (or for RSOs, the holiday of their choice). iv. This event is a fundraiser to raise money for March of Dimes. There will be opportunities to give money to the Hog you fill best illustrates a Hog Holiday. v. The winning Hog will be displaced in the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House after the event. b. Participation and Points i. Collection containers will be placed in front of each hog and passersby are encouraged to drop coins in the Hog they like best. Winners will be based on the hogs given the most money in each division.

Pig Skin Classic: Flag Football Tournament a. Details i. The “Pigskin Classic” 3 on 3 football tournament will be held Tuesday, October 30th at the Intramural fields. The tournament will begin at 5:30 p.m. and will last until completion. ii. The divisions will be split into three categories (Greek, RSO, and RIC) with men’s and women’s divisions for each. b. Playing Rules i. All participants must check in with the field supervisor prior to scheduled start time to avoid a forfeit fine. ii. All students, faculty or staff can participate provided they meet the eligibility requirements outlined in the Intramural Sports Handbook. All participants must present their valid U of A ID – No Exceptions iii. Players may only play on one team. iv. Persons Subject to the Rules – Team representatives including: players, substitutes, replaced players, coaches, fans and other persons affiliated with the team are subject to the rules of the game and shall be governed by decisions of officials assigned to the game. v. Four people will be allowed per team, while only three people may be on the field at once. Teams may not begin or continue play with less than three players. vi. Play will begin at the 20-yard line at the start of the game and after each score. Each team has four plays to score a touchdown or cross the ten-yard line for a first down before a change of possession occurs. vii. Each team receives three (3) equal possessions per game. A touchdown counts six (6) points. After a touchdown, the scoring team may select to attempt one (1) play from the five (5) yard line for one (1) extra point, or one (1) play from the ten (10) yard line for two (two) points. A game shall NOT exceed 30 minutes. viii. A 30 second time limit is allowed between plays ix. A player is “down” when a defender pulls their flag or touches them with two hands (if flags fall off of the offensive player). x. If the offensive player fumbles the ball it becomes dead at the spot where the ball contacts the ground. If the defensive player intercepts a pass the ball becomes dead and will be put in play at the 20-yard line by the intercepting team. xi. “Rushing the quarterback” – A three (3) second delay occurs before the defense is allowed to rush the quarterback. The defensive rusher acts as the offensive snapper for the quarterback. NOTE: The snap originates from ground level and must be a clean, direct snap to the chest area of the quarterback. The official judges each snap. xii. Two (2) consecutive “bad” snaps whistled by the official gives the offensive team one (1) new down. xiii. No player is allowed to advance the ball across the line of scrimmage on the run. Movement behind the line of scrimmage is allowed, but only a forward pass can advance the football. Only one forward pass is allowed per down. Illegal forward passes will result in a 5-yard penalty from the spot of the foul and a loss of down. xiv. Tie breaking procedures calls for a “sudden death” playoff from the 5-yard line will give each team a chance to win the game. The first team to score from the 5-yard line in one play, when the other team’s attempt fails, is declared the winner. xv. Defensive pass interference: The ball will be placed at the spot of the foul and an automatic first down will be awarded to the offense. If the interference is in the end zone the ball will be placed at the 5-yard line and the offense will be awarded an automatic first down. xvi. Tackling and other flagrant offenses will result in a 5-yard penalty and ejection from the game. Taunting and unsportsmanlike conduct penalties will result in a 5-yard penalty and possible ejection from the game. xvii. There will be no time-outs; except for injuries. xviii. The supervisor on duty will decide anything not specifically covered in the rules. All decisions will be final and the supervisor’s decisions are not subject to protests. c. Additional Information i. A copy of these rules can be obtained at http://urec.uark.edu/2826.htm http://imrs.uark.edu/is/sports_rules.html d. Participation and Points i. This competition is based on participation from each organization, with winners in each division chosen from the tournament results. Points will be calculated as described in the Homecoming 2012 Point System.

Banner Competition a. Details i. Banners must be displayed at their respective locations no later than Tuesday, October 30th at 8 a.m. For RSOs or any participating organizations that do not have a place to display a banner, their banners must be brought to the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House by 4 p.m. on Monday, October 29th. ii. Judging will take place from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 30th, 2012. b. Participation and Points i. Sketches of banners are required and are due Friday, October 5th by 4:00 p.m.at the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House. Organizations must specifically indicate on the sketch where their banner will be found during judging. Failure to do so will result in disqualification from this event. ii. In order to receive participation points, each participating organization must display one banner. 1.Greek organizations must display the banner on their respective pairing house of choice, with notification in the registration sketch as to where the banner will be located. If a Greek organization does not have an on-campus house, the banner must be displayed on a designated house. 2.Residence Halls will display banners on their respective buildings. iii. Each Greek grouping must select one banner to be officially judged, and points will be awarded to the entire pairing. 1.Judges will assess participation from the existence of banners for all of the “participating organizations.” 2.If an organization signs the Greek Organization Grouping Agreement, then the organization is responsible for displaying a banner. c. Rules i. All banners must be respectful to the University of Arkansas. ii. Banner size must be the equivalent to one full size bed sheet. iii. Banners must be painted vertically, not horizontally, or it will result in disqualification from this event. iv. Each banner must have grommets in each corner to facilitate hanging. v. Homecoming Banners due to Janelle Y. Hembree House by Thursday, November 1, at 4:00 p.m.

5Kans Razorback 5K Race Details a. The registration waivers for the 5Kans for 5K Race, found within the Homecoming packet, must be turned in by October 5th at 4:00 p.m. at the Janelle Y. Hembree Arkansas Alumni House. b. It is also required to complete the UREC registration, online, by 5:00 p.m. October 24th. The online registration for the 5Kans Razorback 5K Race can be found at http://uark.athleague.com c. A mandatory 5 can donation is required for participation. Cans must be submitted to the Full Circle Food Pantry Oct. 22nd, Oct. 25th and Oct. 29th during pantry hours. d. The 5Kans Razorback 5K Race check-in will begin at 3:00p.m. until race start time on Nov. 1st, located at the University Cross Country fields. The official 5Kans Razorback 5K Race t-shirt will be given to each contestant at this time. Each contestant must present their University Student ID in order to participate. e. The 5Kans for 5K Race will begin promptly at 5:00 p.m. Participation and Points f. Each participant is required to donate 5 cans in order to compete in the 5Kans for 5K Race. Shelf stable proteins are encouraged, as to the Full-Circle Food Pantry’s request. g. Pending the number of contestants, in ratio to the number of members in each pairing, the first, second, and third place contenders will be awarded to the highest percentage of each participating organization. h. As to the Red-Cross Homecoming Blood Drive requirements, each organization MUST HAVE at least two participants in order to receive the 100 participation points allotted. i. The participant to first complete the 5Kans Razorback 5K Race will be awarded a prize not related to the competition points. The item(s) will be announced at the time of this event. j. THE PLACEMENTS OF THIS EVENT SOLELY RELY ON THE PERCENTAGE OF PARTICIPANTS FROM EACH ORGANIZATION, rather than the outcome of the race.

Lawn Decorating Competition a. Details i. Lawn Judging will begin Friday, November 2nd at 12:00 p.m. b. Participation & Points i. A sketch of the lawns must be turned in by October 5th at 4:00 p.m. Organizations must specifically indicate on the sketch where their lawn decorations will be found during judging. Failure to do so will result in disqualification. ii. Lawn decorations will be judged based on originality/creativity, decorations, craftsmanship, and the portrayal of the Homecoming theme. iii. For Greek pairings, members of each “participating organization” must be present on the lawn during the time of judging. If there is not at least one member from each “participating organization” present, the lawn will not be judged. c. Rules i. All lawns will be respectful of the University of Arkansas. There will be no obscene or vulgar decorations used. ii. Any stealing or damaging to lawns caused by a group or individual will result in disqualification.

Dickson Street Parade a. Details i. Float building may begin after the assignment of each pairing or organization’s holiday. ii. Floats should arrive at the intersection of Highland and Lafayette between 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. to be placed in their respective order. iii. Pre-parade judging will begin promptly at 6 p.m. in the parking lot (but judging will continue during the parade). iv. The parade will begin promptly at 6:00 p.m. b. Participation and points i. All vehicles or parade entries must complete the Official Entry Form and then receive an entry number or permit to participate and compete in the parade. The completed Official Entry Form must be turned in by October 5th at 4:00 p.m. ii. A sketch of the float must be turned in by October 5th at 4:00 p.m. iii. Floats will be judged on creativity, originality, craftsmanship, and ability to incorporate the theme. c. Float building Rules i. The name of the sponsoring group(s) must be easily visible on the float for judging purposes. ii. All floats must be in good taste and respectful to the University of Arkansas. iii. No sexually charged content, behavior or apparel is allowed. iv. No cultural, ethnic or racially inappropriate images are allowed. v. Please avoid rebel flags or other potentially offensive items. vi. No confetti is allowed. d. Parade Rules and Regulations i. All vehicles must be titled, registered, insured, and must have proof ready for inspection by City Police, Parade Officials, or other legal entities. ii. All applicable State and City laws concerning the use of alcoholic beverages and motor vehicles will be adhered to. The Fayetteville City Police and Parade Officials will strictly enforce these laws. iii. All vehicles or floats must be no wider than (8) feet; no longer than forty (40) feet; and no taller than eleven (11) feet off the ground. No projections off the body of the float (i.e. opened doors) will be permitted. iv. It is very strongly recommended than any large truck or vehicle pulling a float not is one with a standard transmission (clutch) as the parade rolls so slowly that the clutch could burn out going up Dickson Street hill. Any entries with standard transmissions will be inspected by parade officials to determine driver proficiency at operating the vehicle. If it is determined that the driver is not proficient, the entry may be expelled from the parade. v. The driver must stay with the vehicle at all times, after line up and during the parade. vi. No more than 10 individuals on the float at a time. vii. All entries will strive to keep up with the flow of the parade. Try to keep a 30-60 foot space between floats. viii. All entries (vehicles/floats) agree to provide “walkers” on the sides of their units to create a safety barrier to help deter people from “rushing” the unit to get throws. All throwers must strive to throw well into the crowd and NOT hand anything to people in the crowd. Walkers may hand off items. ix. All entries agree to provide throws to throw from their vehicles or floats and do so in a soft and safe manner. All objects will be tossed into the crowd, NOT thrown directly at people. x. Any entries with obscene language or inappropriate implications will be expelled from the parade. xi. NO 18 WHEELERS ALLOWED. Any questions concerning rules and regulations of the parade itself should be directed to Airic Hughes, AAA Assistant Director at [email protected] or 479-575-2801.

Homecoming Pep Rally a. Details i. The Pep Rally will take place after the Parade at the Greek Theater. Roll Call will begin at 8:05 p.m. to kick off the competition. ii. At the end of the Pep Rally, the winners will be asked to come on stage to receive their megaphones. b. Scoring xvi. There will be three judges located on the stage. They will be alumni of the University with no affiliation to a competing organization. The judges will be given a score sheet with three categories: Overall Spirit, Creativity, and Sportsmanship. These rules will be explained to the judges and each section will be weighted equally. xvii. No group is to be in the aisles or on the grass at any point during the Pep Rally. Please do not throw any objects across the seating area or at the stage. Penalties for these offenses will result in deductions from your overall score. 2012 University of Arkansas Homecoming Official Events Participation Registration

Organization Name: ______

Primary Contact: ______

Phone: ______E-Mail: ______

Secondary Contact: ______

Phone: ______E-Mail: ______

Division: Greek

Please check all the events in which your organization will participate: ● American Red Cross Blood Drive ● Tusk Tuesday Homecoming Cook-Off ● Banner Competition ● Decorate the District RED!!! ● Pig Skin Classic Flag Football ● Hog Holidays “Create-A-Hog” ● 5Kans Razorback 5K ● Lawn Decorating Competition ● Homecoming Parade (complete Official Entry Form) ● Homecoming Pep Rally

If your organization is a part of a Homecoming pairing, you will work together for the following events: Annual Homecoming Cook-Off, Hogs Create-A-Hog, Banner Competition, Decorate the District Lawn Decorating Competition, Homecoming Parade, Homecoming Pep Rally and 5Kans Razorback 5K.

Every individual Greek organization, residence hall, or RSO that wishes to participate in Homecoming 2012 must complete and return this form. In addition to this form, each participating organization must submit an electronic copy of their current official roster to [email protected] by October 5th at 4:00 pm.

Agreement:

We, ______(organization), agree to follow all Homecoming participation rules set by the Student Alumni Board of the University of Arkansas. We understand that our failure to comply with any of the rules will result in immediate disqualification.

Signed: ______Date: ______Primary Homecoming Contact

Signed: ______Date: ______President of Organization

Please turn this form into the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House by 4:00pm on Friday, October 5th, 2012.

Homecoming Pairings Agreement Form

So that Student Alumni Association will have an accurate number of total members of the grouping, please fill out this form to indicate which organizations will be official participants in Homecoming 2012. If an organization signs this agreement, the organization’s participation is required in all the following SAA-sponsored events: Annual Homecoming Cook-Off, Banner Competition, Lawn Decorating Competition, Homecoming Parade, Homecoming Pep Rally and Razorback 5K.

Greek organizations are confined to the pairings as set by the Office of Greek Life and Student Alumni Board.

Registered Student Organizations may pair with another RSO as long as the total number of participants does not exceed 150 students, but must be indicated in the registration for organization’s participation.

Agreement:

We agree to participate in the 2012 University of Arkansas Homecoming events with our official grouping as indicated by Student Alumni Board and Student Alumni Association. Each house’s total membership will count for events where “percentage of house” is the judging factor.

Organization Name: ______Total Members: ____

Signed: ______Date: ______President of Organization

Organization Name: ______Total Members: ____

Signed: ______Date: ______President of Organization

Organization Name: ______Total Members: ____

Signed: ______Date: ______President of Organization

Organization Name: ______Total Members: ____

Signed: ______Date: ______President of Organization

Organization Name: ______Total Members: ____

Signed: ______Date: ______President of Organization

Please turn this form into the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House th by 4:00pm on Friday, October 5 , 2012. Official Entry Form Homecoming Parade 2012 Friday, November 2nd, 2012

Organization Name: ______

Primary Contact: ______

Address: ______

City: ______State: ______Zip: ______

Home Phone: ______Cell: ______Work: ______

Alternative phone: ______E-Mail:______

Please indicate the number of vehicle or float entries within your organization that will be participating in the parade: ______

NOTICE: Each entry within the organization must adhere to all rules and regulations as stated and hereby agree to the following:

That any sponsor, organizer, City of Fayetteville, or any and all subsidiaries thereof are in no way responsible nor liable for any damages, physical, emotional or otherwise as a result of the University of Arkansas Homecoming Parade 2012.

To make copies of the rules and regulations available to all participants taking part in the parade and festival under the organization named above and to ensure proper awareness of them.

To ensure that all parties, including any and all minors by definition under the laws of the State of Arkansas understand and agree that all shall enter the event at his/her own risk and each accept full responsibility for any and all damages, emotional, physical or otherwise that may occur as a result of the University of Arkansas Homecoming Parade 2012.

Printed Name: ______(Primary Contact)

Signature: ______Date: ______(Primary Contact)

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Homecoming 2012 Lawn Decorating Competition Lawn Sketch

Organization Name:______Location Lawn Decorations will be found: ______

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Homecoming 2012 Dickson Street Parade Sketch of Float (Only one sketch needed per set of partners)

Organization Name: ______

Organization Names: ______

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Homecoming 2012 Banner Competition Banner Sketch

Organization Name: ______Location the Banner will be hung: ______

For Greek Chapters: Is this the banner to be officially judged for your grouping? Y N

Please turn this form into the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House th by 4:00pm on Friday, October 5 , 2012.

Homecoming 2012 Decorate the District RED!!! Window Sketch

Organization Name:______Business Location: ______

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1st Annual 5Kans Razorback 5K

Registration/Waiver Form

Name:

Address:

Phone: E-mail:

Age: Gender:

Organization:

* Participants wishing to purchase a 5K Race T-shirt must submit $15.00 payment to homecoming.uark.edu by Friday, October 5th at 4:00 p.m.

Waiver: As a condition to my participation in the 1st annual 5Kans for 5K run, I release any and all claims for damages and causes of action for personal injury or otherwise which I may have against the University of Arkansas, the SAA Homecoming Committee, the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees and corporation, its agents, employees, and the staff for any claims of liability.

Signature: Date: Signature of legal guardian (if participant is under 18 years of age)

● Registration forms and participation waivers must be turned in to the front desk of the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House by 4:00 p.m. Friday, October 5, located at the intersection of Maple St. and Razorback Dr. ● All 5K participants must also register through http://uark.athleague.com/by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 24, 2012. ● Can donations for participation will be collected at the Full Circle Food Pantry on Oct. 22nd, Oct. 25th and Oct. 29th. ● Check in for the event will begin at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 1, 2012.

**5Kans Razorback 5K run will begin at 5:00p.m. on Thursday, November 1, 2012. ** For additional information contact the 5Kans Razorback 5K Director Ashton Williams at [email protected]

Please turn this form into the Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House th by 4:00pm on Friday, October 5 , 2012.