University of Missouri Homecoming 2013 Greek Rulebook Table of Contents
directorʼs letter 2 2013 homecoming steering committee 3 point breakdown 4 important dates 5 blood 10 campus decorations 16 campus outreach 24 merchandise 25 parade 27 public relations 30 service 31 special events 33 talent 37 traditions 39 appendix 42 campus decorations entry form 47 decorate the district proof of contact form 48 decorate the district expenditure log 49 spirit banner design approval form 50 parade judging form 51 iba audition form 52 royalty application 53
1 Director’s Letter
The Homecoming Steering Committee and the Mizzou Alumni Association would like to thank you for participating in the 2013 Homecoming celebration. This year the University of Missouri commemorates the 102nd Homecoming by continuing to promote the traditions of our university and the pride of Missouri Tigers. Homecoming is a time in which students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members come together to celebrate Mizzou and its impressive history of excellence.
Homecoming 2013, “The Black and Gold Standard,” showcases the rich tradition we have grown accustom to at the University of Missouri. Each year Mizzou students maintain and improve on traditions that make this university both an exciting and unique place to call home. It is because of the dedication of our students, faculty, and the entire Mizzou family that the University of Missouri can continue to hold itself to a higher standard in all aspects of university life. The Mizzou Alumni Association is proud to celebrate many events including the Homecoming Blood Drive, which is recognized as the largest multi-day drive in the country. The Homecoming food drives provide support to the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri. Talent allows our students to showcase their multitude of skills and Royalty recognizes seniors who have given so much to Mizzou during their time as students. Campus Decorations and the Homecoming Parade are experiences that combine creativity and service to the Mizzou community.
These are just a few of the many Homecoming events that help heighten Tiger spirit around Mizzou’s campus with each Homecoming season. All events that support Mizzou would not be possible without the time and dedication of our students. We want to sincerely thank you for your commitment, and hope you continue to carry on the same Mizzou spirit in years to come. Our dedicated students are the key to making “The Black and Gold Standard” yet another successful Homecoming celebration.
The Homecoming Steering Committee has been working tirelessly in preparation for Homecoming 2013. We strive to make positive changes each year, and it is our goal to promote open communication. We invite you to utilize us as a resource whenever necessary. We are excited about the events and activities scheduled in the weeks leading up to October 26, when the fighting Missouri Tigers take on the South Carolina Gamecocks.
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’s Homecoming, and all participants. We strive to honor the University’s rich history through one of Mizzou’s most cherished traditions and we support the collaboration of the Mizzou community to promote service, leadership, and unity.
We are truly looking forward to working with each of you!
In the spirit of Homecoming, Jordan Denker, Courtney Doll, and Katie Ottolin 2013 Homecoming Directors 2 2013 Homecoming Steering Committee
Directors: Advisor: Jordan Denker Aly Friend Courtney Doll (573)882-6613 Katie Ottolin [email protected] [email protected]
Blood Sara Barba Brig Clark Clark Conlisk [email protected] Service Emily Smith Allison Watkins Campus Decorations Dustin Wilkerson Jeremy Essner [email protected] Rachel Honig Caroline Howe [email protected] Special Events Alex Givens Meredith Miller ampus utreach Andrew Reilly C O [email protected] Calandria Frazier Kyle Gillespie Christopher Palmero [email protected] Talent Katie Crow Christian Efken Matthew Hinck arade P Kari Schram Matt Galakatos [email protected] Morgan Hausman Britt Kagay Alexea Neisen [email protected] Traditions Matt Eisenbath Natalie Gay Jessie Morrow Public Relations @ [email protected] Brandon Pilas Lillian Robinson Lauren Steffens Chelsie Veasman [email protected]
3 Greek Chapter Point Breakdown
parade 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 meetings 1% 10 points homecoming information meetings 1% 10 points total 100% 1000 points
4 IMPORTANT DATES
Thursday, August 29
-Public Relations: Liaison meeting, 7 p.m.
Thursday, September 5
-Public Relations: Liaison meeting, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, September 10
-Talent: Director’s meeting, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 12
-Public Relations: Liaison meeting, 7 p.m. -Talent: IBA entry forms due
-Traditions: Royalty applications due, 5 p.m.
Sunday, September 15 -Talent: IBA auditions -Merchandise: Pick-up at Reynolds Alumni Center
Tuesday, September 17
-Talent: Director’s meeting, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 19
-Blood: Liaison meeting, after Homecoming liaison meeting, 7 p.m.
-Campus Decorations: Entry form and proposed site entry due at liaison meeting, 7 p.m.
-Public Relations: Liaison meeting, 7 p.m.
Friday, September 20 -Blood: Online donor and volunteer registration opens
Sunday, September 22 -Traditions: First round royalty interviews
Monday, September 23
-Campus Outreach: Homecoming Information session, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. -Traditions: First round royalty interviews 5 Tuesday, September 24
-Talent: Director’s meeting, 6:30 p.m. -Traditions: First round royalty interviews
Thursday, September 26
-Parade: Online entry forms due, 5 p.m.
-Public Relations: Liaison meeting, 7 p.m.
Sunday, September 29 – Tuesday, October 1 -Traditions: Second round royalty interviews
Tuesday, October 1
-Talent: Director’s meeting, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 3 -Campus Decorations: Final design for campus decorations due at
liaison meeting, 7 p.m.
-Public Relations: Liaison meeting, 7 p.m. -Service: Tiger Food Fight times assigned Tigers Taming Hunger volunteers slots distributed
Monday, October 7
-Blood: Online donor and volunteer registration due, 11:59 p.m.
Tuesday, October 8
-Talent: Director’s meeting, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 10
-Blood: Liaison meeting, after Homecoming liaison meeting, 7 p.m. Hard copy printout of donor registration due at liaison meeting
-Campus Decorations: Script and final site selection due at liaison meeting, 7 p.m.
-Parade: Detailed sketches due at liaison meeting, 7 p.m.
-Public Relations: Liaison meeting, 7 p.m. -Service: Tigers Taming Hunger 6 -Special Events: Sketch and proof of contact for Decorate the District due, 7 p.m.
Sketch for banner design due at liaison meeting, 7 p.m.
Friday, October 11
-Service: Tiger Food Fight, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tigers Taming Hunger
Saturday, October 12 -Service: Day of Service -Traditions: Top 10 Banquet
Sunday, October 13 -Service: Tigers Taming Hunger
Monday, October 14
-Blood: Homecoming Blood Drive, 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, October 15
-Blood: Homecoming Blood Drive, 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
-Talent: Director’s meeting, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 16
-Blood: Homecoming Blood Drive, 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 17
-Blood: Homecoming Blood Drive, 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
-Campus Decorations: Audiotapes and CD’s due at liaison meeting, 7 p.m.
-Parade: Scripts due at the liaison meeting, 7 p.m.
-Public Relations: Liaison meeting, 7 p.m. -Service: Tigers Taming Hunger
Friday, October 18 -Service: Tigers Taming Hunger
Sunday, October 20 8 -Parade: Steering Committee float walk-throughs -Service: Tigers Taming Hunger -Special Events: Competition and spirit banners hung
Monday, October 21 -Talent: Talent Production at Jesse Hall Live-stream at the Shack in the Student Center
Tuesday, October 22 -Talent: Talent Production at Jesse Hall Live-stream at the Shack in the Student Center
Wednesday, October 23 -Talent: Talent Production at Jesse Hall Live-stream at the Shack in the Student Center
Thursday, October 24
-Campus Decorations: Scaffolding up and tied down for approval by 4 p.m.
-Parade: Parade Information Session, 6 p.m.
-Public Relations: Liaison meeting, 7 p.m.
-Special Events: Decorate the District, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Receipts due to Special Events committee by 4 p.m.
Friday, October 25
-Campus Decorations: Decorations up by 4 p.m.
Campus Decorations begins, 6 p.m. -Traditions: Top 10 family reception
Saturday, October 26 -Parade: Homecoming parade, time TBA
Sunday, October 27
-Campus Decorations: All decorations must be taken down by 6 p.m.
-Special Events: All decorations must be removed and cleaned by 2:30 p.m.
9 BLOOD
Sara Barba, Brig Clark, Clark Conlisk [email protected]
Overview The Blood Drive Liaison Meetings will be held during the following times:
-Sept. 19, 2013: After Homecoming liaison meeting at 7 p.m.
-Oct. 10, 2013: After Homecoming liaison meeting at 7 p.m.
The Homecoming Blood Drive will be a four-day event, held in the Hearnes Center Fieldhouse during the following dates and times:
-Monday, Oct. 14, 2013: 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
-Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2013: 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
-Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013: 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
-Thursday, Oct. 17, 2013: 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Satellite Blood Drives Satellite drives will be held in certain cities throughout the surrounding area. Sign-up sheets will be provided at each location. Final satellite drive locations will be listed at www. donateblood.com. Individuals who attempt to donate blood at satellite drive locations count toward the total donations for the Greek grouping. A prewritten letter will be provided to anyone who wishes to send additional information to potential satellite donors.
General Information The Blood Drive rulebook information will be posted at www.donateblood.com. A specific page will be designed for liaison information. At this website, liaisons and organization members can learn about the blood drive process. Liaisons will register their donors online at www.donateblood.com. Specific instructions, along with user names and passwords will be released on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2013 at the liaison meeting. Online donor and volunteer registration will be accessible on Friday, Sept. 20, 2013 at 12:01 a.m. and must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 7, 2013 to receive full points. A hard copy printout of each Greek groupingʼs donor registration must be turned in at the liaison meeting on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2013. 10 Rules and Guidelines For each Greek grouping to receive maximum points for whole blood donations and automated collection procedure: -At least 90% of each individual Greek groupingʼs donor roster must be pre-registered. -Each Greek grouping is required to have 15% of their membership participate as volunteers for the blood drive. Each volunteer must serve an hour and a half shift. -Volunteers must check-in and checkout to receive full points. -You are allowed to donate for a total three different types of organizations: - One Greek chapter, one residence hall, and one campus organization.
--*In order for a Greek grouping to receive full check-in points, each donor must check-in within five minutesof his/her assigned time with his/her appointment card and a photo I.D. Students who exchange times/appointment cards must bring the card with the correct appointment time.
--*In order for a Greek grouping to receive full check-out points, each donor must bring his/her post donation sheet or proof of deferral along with the appointment card and photo I.D. to the designated checkout station within four hours of his/her scheduled appointment, given that the blood drive is still open.
-Donors are not allowed to volunteer on the same day following their scheduled blood donation time.
-It is the Greek groupingʼs responsibility to ensure that their members follow the appropriate check-in and check-out procedures at the blood drive.
-If a Greek grouping has the equivalent of 100% of their members attempt to donate blood during the four days of the blood drive (each of the donors presents his/her post-donation sheet appointment card, and photo I.D. upon checking out at the blood drive), all 60 points will be awarded to the Greek grouping.
*If you believe you will be unable to donate, someone may donate in your Greek groupingʼs name at one of the satellite drives or in place of your pre-registered appointment time at the four day blood drive. The check-in and check-out process will apply to every pre-registered appointment time. The replacement individual must bring the original appointment card.
11 Automated Collection Process Each Greek grouping must have at least two members attempt to donate through the automated collection process. Donor criteria information will be handed out at the blood liaison meeting on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2013.
Automated blood donors must meet the following criteria: • Males should weigh at least 150 lbs and be at least 5ʼ1” tall • Females should weigh at least 175 lbs and be at least 5ʼ5” tall
This will be worth 5 points (2.5 for each member) toward the final blood drive points for a Greek grouping.
*Automated Collection donors will register in the same process as whole blood donors.
Point Formula The total number of points possible through the Blood competition will be 140. This total will be broken down into fivedifferent categories:
Percent of Greek Groupingʼs Attempted Donation 60 points
Check-in, Check-out at Blood Drive 50 points
Required Volunteers 15 points
Automated Collection Donors (2.5x2) 5 points
Blood Liaison Meetings (5x2) 10 points
Total 140 points
12 Point Distribution
Percent of Greek -If at least 100% of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will Groupingʼs Attempted receive 60 points. Donation (60 points) -If at least 95% of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 55 points. -If at least 90% of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 50 points. -If at least 85% of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 45 points. -If at least 80% of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 40 points. -If at least 65% of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 30 points. -If at least 50% of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 15 points. -If less than 50% of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 0 points.
Check-in, Check-out -If at least 85% of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will points at the Blood receive 50 points. Drive (50 points) -If at least 75% of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 40 points. -If at least 65% of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 30 points. -If at least 50% of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 20 points. -If at least 40% of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 10 points. -If less than 40% of the Greek grouping satisfies requirements, they will receive 0 points.
Required Volunteers -If the Greek grouping provides 100% of their required blood drive volunteers (15 points) they will receive 15 points. If the Greek grouping provides anywhere less than 100% of their required blood drive volunteers they will receive 0 points.
Automated Collection -2.5 points for each donor (up to two). Points (5 points)
Liaison Meetings -5 points for each meeting. (10 points) 13 Penalties
Infractions Deductions
-Failure by a Greek grouping to submit a hard 10 points copy printout of donor and/or volunteer lists by Thursday, Oct. 10 at the liaison meeting.
-Volunteer does not report within five minutes of 2 points/late volunteer his/her assigned time for his/her duties.
-Online registration of the Greek grouping is not 15 points submitted by Monday, Oct. 7 by 11:59 p.m.
-Solicitation of additional donors and/or volunteers 50 points within 500 feet of the blood drive location. (See definitions list for the official definition of “solicitation.”)
-Mass solicitation to unaffiliated students on behalf 30 points of a Greek grouping in a classroom setting or listserv.
-Monetary bribes given by any part of a Greek Disqualification and grouping to any individual or group in exchange for forfeiture of 100% of final blood donation in that Greek groupingʼs name. blood points.
-Members of a Greek grouping punished for not participating in the blood drive, including but not Disqualification and limited to the assessment of fines, imposition of forfeiture of 100% of final penalties, general threats, or prohibition from blood points. attending events.
-Participation in any act deemed unethical by Disqualification and the American Red Cross, U.S. Food and Drug forfeiture of 100% of final Administration, or The University of Missouri blood points. Homecoming Steering Committee. 14 Definitions
-Percent of Greek Grouping: Satellite donors, community donors, and members of your Greek grouping attempting to donate divided by the total number of members in your Greek grouping times 100.
-Solicitation: To request that others unaffiliated with your Greek grouping give blood or volunteer on your Greek groupingʼs behalf.
-Mass Solicitation: To request on a mass scale that others unaffiliated with your Greek grouping give blood or volunteer on your Greek groupingʼs behalf in a classroom setting or class listserv.
-Please direct any questions pertaining to mass solicitation to the Homecoming Blood Drive email account: [email protected]
Important Dates
-September 19: Blood liaison meeting 7:30 p.m.
-October 7: Online donor/ volunteer registration due 11:59 p.m.
-October 10: Hard copy of donor/ volunteer list due at liaison meeting
-October 10: Blood liaison meeting 7:30 p.m.
-October 14: Homecoming Blood Drive 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
-October 15: Homecoming Blood Drive 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
-October 16: Homecoming Blood Drive 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
-October 17: Homecoming Blood Drive 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
15 CAMPUS DECORATIONS
Jeremy Essner, Rachel Honig, Caroline Howe [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. 25, 2013, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Campus Decorations must be up by 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 25, 2013, except for technical aspects such as lights, sound, and seating. All decorations must be removed by 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2013. -Scaffolding must be ready for approval on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013 by 4 p.m. -Scaffolding must be anchored down with flags at all staked points before approval. -Board setup may begin anytime after scaffolding is approved on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013. -The Campus Decorations Committee designates approval by attaching a notice to the scaffolding. -Campus Decorations will occur rain or shine.
Campus Decorations -Only members of the participating grouping may design, build, record, and/or decorate.
Reminder -Anything not specified in the rulebook will fall under the interpretation and disciplinary action of the Homecoming Steering Committee. We encourage innovation, but if questions arise, please contact the Campus Decorations Committee who will make the final decisions of interpretation. -Please remember that the streets will be blocked from noon to 10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 25, 2013.
16 Dimensions -Each campus decoration may not exceed 16 feet in height or 32 feet in width (approximately 16 4ʼx8ʼ boards). -These 16 boards can be set flat or offset to a maximum depth of10 feet. Any other materials, objects, or props used to enhance the scene must be attached to the original boards and remain within the allotted 10 feet. -Groups may use 16 boards or less. -The amount pomped may be 50% or less. - Approximations are done to recognize the possibility of the grouping’s pomping half boards, quarter boards, etc. to create a combination of 50% rather than specifically pomping 8 boards.
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. -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 details as opposed to a major element of the design. Prefabricated materials should be used at a minimum. Any questions about this 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. Only major changes need to be submitted to the Campus Decorations Committee after turning in the material list. -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. -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. 17 Audience Interaction -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 be included in the materials list. 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, paper-mâché, paint, etc.). -If you choose to pomp the characters, the pomping does not count toward your total pomping percentage.
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 campus Spirit Rally and concert at 9 p.m. at Tiger Plaza on Rollins St. Each performance must 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 with seating 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.
18 Judging -Judges tables may be decorated with a tablecloth and chair covers, but there should be no 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. -The judging table can be set up after the 4 p.m. deadline for boards. -The materials for the judges’ table do not need to be on the materials list.
Site -Proposed site is due with the entry form Sept. 19, 2013. It is the liaisons responsibility to find a site.
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.
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 as stated: -15 points will be deducted for violating the following penalties: -Exceeding dimensions, exceeding character limits, pomping more than 50%, 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. -10 points will be deducted for the following violations: -Missing appointment deadlines including scaffolding setup and fire marshal inspections, smoking within 20 feet of the campus decorations, not following performance schedule, exceeding or going under the required time allotment, any materials used that were not included and approved in your materials list, and distasteful teardown of decorations.
19 Campus Decorations Scoring Sheet
Overall Design __ / 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 __ / 30 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 __/ 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 __ / 15 Do the objects complement the decoration? Are the objects child-friendly and appealing?
Characters __/ 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 __/ 10 Is the sound clear and dialogue understandable? Are the character voices easy to distinguish? Is the presence of music effective or defective?
Audience Interaction __/ 10 Does the story itself include methods of incorporating the audience? Is there interaction between the audience and the performance?
TOTAL SCORE ______/160 20 Suggested Timeline for Homecoming Decorations
The 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. 27 – Aug. 31 Plan design Begin preparation of boards (priming, painting, tracing) Brainstorm freestanding objects Reserve scaffolding, lighting and audio equipment Prepare Entry forms for the liaison meeting
Sept. 4 – Sept. 7 After Labor Day, start working on boards (pomping, painting, etc.) Prepare preliminary sketches for the liaison meetings
Sept. 17 – Sept. 21 Boards should be started and moving along Begin drafting your skit script Start free standing objects
Sept. 24 – Sept. 28 Begin working on characters Prepare final designs for the liaison meeting
Oct. 1 – Oct. 5 Continue working diligently on boards, objects, characters, script, audio, moving objects, etc.
Oct. 8 – Oct. 12 Start thinking about how to execute the audio recordings Have roughly completed 40%-60% of the boards Prepare script and site selection to turn in at liaison meeting
Oct. 15 – Oct. 19 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. 22 – Oct. 25 Pick up scaffolding and audio/lighting equipment Set up and prepare for scaffolding inspection Finish boards Set up frame 21 Have boards up and finished by 4p.m. Sketch Examples
The following images are scaled down examples of the quality and detail that should be included when submitting your sketches.
22 The following images are scaled down examples of the quality and detail that should be included when submitting your sketches.
Important Dates
September 19: Entry form and proposed site and preliminary sketch with materials list due
October 3: Final design is due including materials, characters, and audience involvement activity
October 10: Script and final site selection due
October 17: Audiotapes and CDs due
October 24: Scaffolding up and tied down by 4 p.m.
October 25: 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, LIGHT, SEATING, AND JUDGES’ TABLE)
October 27: All Campus Decorations must be removed by 6 p.m. 23 Campus Outreach
Calandria Frazier, Kyle Gillespie, Christopher Palmero [email protected]
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 Monday, Sept. 23, at Jesse Hall and the Missouri Theatre; they will last approximately 20 minutes in 30-minute intervals from 6 p.m to 8 p.m.
Greek groupings will receive 10 points for attending. Groupings will receive full points if 70% of each individual Greek chapter’s members are in attendance.
Greek groupings will be assigned their respective times and issued their tickets, which are required to obtain points, at the liaison meeting, Thursday, September 19.
Members of each Greek grouping attending the informational sessions are expected to bring a ticket and turn it into a designated folder held by a Steering Committee member following the meeting in order to receive points.
Participating Greek groupings will lose all the points for attending the information session if a member of their Greek grouping is caught turning in more than one ticket.
Members arriving later than their scheduled time will be asked to attend the next informational session.
If you would like Campus Outreach to give a presentation to help inform your Greek chapter about Homecoming involvement, please contact us at the email address listed above. We would be happy to schedule a meeting time based on your availability.
24 MERCHANDISE
Brandon Pilas, Lillian Robinson, Lauren Steffens, Chelsie Veasman [email protected]
Overview The 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. 12, 2013 in order to be eligible for merchandise points.
Important Dates *Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013: 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. 12, 2013 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.12, 2013 will lose half of the grouping’s merchandise points.
*Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013: 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 orders.
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. 12, 2013. -The percentage of members (as of Sept. 12, 2013) 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. -Organizations that fail to pick up their merchandise order within their assigned 15-minute block of time on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013 will automatically receive a 20 point deduction from their total score. 25 -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 shirts.
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 70 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 – 20 point deduction.
-Failure by a Greek chapter to pick up merchandise by the last allotted time slot – 30 point deduction.
Important Dates
-Sept. 12: Group Order Form and payment due at liaison meeting, 7 p.m.
-Sept. 15: Merchandise pick-up at Reynolds Alumni Center.
26 Parade
Matt Galakatos, Morgan Hausman, Britt Kagay, Alexea Neisen [email protected]
Overview -The Homecoming Parade will be held Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013. 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.
Rules and Guidelines -In order to be judged, Greek groupings must enter a float according to the rules outlined below -Participating groups must submit entry forms online at < http://www.mizzou.com/s/1002/index. aspx?sid=1002&pgid=3250&gid=1&cid=5367&ecid=5367&post_id=0 > by Thursday, Sept. 26, 2013 at 5p.m. -Detailed sketches of each decorated entry (i.e. float or vehicle) must be turned in Thursday, Oct. 10, 2013 at the liaison meeting. -This years entries will be capped at 125. Parade entries will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis. -Greek entries will be ranked in first through fifth places based on the criteria listed on the judging form.
Float Dimensions: -Entries must not exceed a height of 11 feet (from bed of the trailer to the top of 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-trucks are allowed.
Construction -Only members of the respective grouping may construct floats. NO OUTSIDE HELP IS ALLOWED. -Floats are subject to inspection by the Homecoming Steering Committee to ensure guidelines are followed. 27 -Floats must incorporate at least one moving part powered by hydraulics, electric motors, and/or rope pulley systems. The mechanisms must be indicated in the detailed sketch to receive proper approval. -The only people allowed on the float are those working the moving parts.These individuals must not be visible to the crowd and may not wear costumes. -Prefabricated materials may be used in the design of the float; however, these prefabricated materials must be approved prior to construction and may only make up minor details as opposed to a major element of the design. -The same prefabricated rules from campus decorations apply to parade floats. -Any questions about prefabricated materials can be directed to the Parade Committee.
Decorations -Any organizations constructing floats must incorporate Truman the Tiger and The Black & Gold Standard. -The theme specific to each float should be visible from both sides of the float. -The name of each chapter should be clearly represented on both sides of the entry. -Greek groupings must incorporate one object from either Talent or Campus Decorations, five points will be granted for the use this object.
Parade Route -All entries must maintain forward motion at all times. -Each Greek grouping must have at least 25 members of the total grouping walking with the entry during the parade. At least one member of each Greek chapter must walk with their float. -Candy and other handouts may only be directly handed to audience members, not thrown.
Spirit -Spirit throughout the parade and overall enthusiasm of the walking participants is strongly encouraged. -Attendance/participation of Greek chapter members will factor into allocation of spirit points. -This includes, but is not limited to: chanting, cheering, smiling, waving, crowd interaction, etc. -Please note that purchased materials do not necessarily equal spirit or enthusiasm.
28 Tips on Float Construction -The most important thing to remember when building a float is to know 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. -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! -Paper maché and painting are all effective ways to cover the float; however, there are other coverings 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!
Important Dates
September 26: Online entry forms due by 5 p.m.
October 10: Detailed sketches of float due at liaison meeting
October 17: Scripts due to the Parade Committee at the Liaison meeting
October 20: Parade walk-throughs performed by the Parade Committee
October 26: Homecoming Parade
28 PUBLIC RELATIONS @ Brandon Pilas, Lillian Robinson, Lauren Steffens, Chelsie Veasman [email protected]
Liaison meetings will be held every Thursday at 7 p.m. during the Homecoming season until Thursday, Oct. 24. Dates and locations are listed below. Please note that meeting locations change often.
-Thursday, August 22
-Thursday, August 29
-Thursday, September 5
-Thursday, September 12
-Thursday, September 19
-Thursday, September 26
-Thursday, October 3
-Thursday, October 10
-Thursday, October 17
-Thursday, October 24
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 attendance points for that meeting.
30 SERVICE
Emily Smith, Allison Watkins, Dustin Wilkerson [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 Greek grouping 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 Participation
Tiger Food Fight: Friday, Oct. 11, 2013: 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. 11. Greek groupings will be given an appointment time and are expected to provide their own transportation to deliver their canned goods. 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 Oct. 3, and emailed to participating Greek groupings following the meeting.
Tigers Taming Hunger: Oct. 10th, 11th, 13th, 17th, 18th, and 20th, 2013 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. Each shift will last 2 hours. These volunteers will stand outside of assigned locations and request food and monetary donations. Volunteers will be given flyers containing information on which food items are the most needed. Participants are expected to be courteous and respectful of employees and patrons. They are also expected to maintain a positive attitude while actively participating. A Steering Committee member will be present should a situation arise. Volunteer assignments will be distributed at the Oct. 3 liaison meeting.
*Posters promoting Homecoming, Mizzou, and the Food Bank are allowed and encouraged. 31 Day of Service Oct. 12 We encourage all members of the Mizzou family to give back to our campus and the community. Each Greek grouping will be asked to provide 10 volunteers at the Homecoming Day of Service. We will provide 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 grouping is encouraged to participate in the Homecoming Day of Service.
Point Breakdown
Tiger Food Fight: 1000 cans = 50 points, 700 = 40 points, 400 = 25 points...... 50
Tigers Taming Hunger: 20 volunteers...... 50
Day of Service...... 40
Total...... 140
Deductions
-Tiger Food Fight: If the Greek grouping 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 15 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 Greek grouping is asked to leave the service site, 10 points will be deducted.
Important Dates
-October 3: Given assigned drop off time for Tiger Food Fight at liaison meeting; Tigers Taming Hunger volunteer slots distributed
-October 10, 11, 13, 17, 18, 20: Tigers Taming Hunger
-October 11: Tiger Food Fight
-October 12: Day of Service
32 Special Events
Alex Givens, Meredith Miller, Andrew Reilly [email protected]
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 grouping’s overall theme and Mizzou spirit by embellishing the facade of the building. Decorate with spirit, pride, 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 participants. -Groupings will receive their assigned business on Thursday, Oct. 3, and must contact their designated establishment by Thursday, Oct. 10, 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. -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, Oct. 10, 2013. -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, Oct. 17, 2013.
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 24, 2013 to the Special Events Committee member stationed at corner of Ninth and 33 Elm Street (across from Shakespeareʼs 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 groupingʼs 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. -ALL WINDOW DECORATIONS AND ARTWORK MAY DISPLAY YOUR GROUPINGʼS NAME AND MIZZOU SPIRIT, BUT MAY NOT SERVE AS A VENUE FOR ADVERTISING YOUR GROUPINGʼS MISSION OR POLITICAL AGENDA -Decorating will take place between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013. -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 decorating 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 Street 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.
Removal -Each grouping is required to have all decorations down by 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2013. 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 - 50.
34 Deductions and Fines -10 points will be deducted if the Proof of Contact contract and the initialed sketch are not turned in at the liaison meeting on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2013. -10 points will be deducted if every chapter in a grouping is not represented during decorating. -10 points will be deducted if the expenditure report is not turned in at check out or if the total expenditures exceed the limit. -No points will be awarded if members of grouping work past 4 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013. -Disqualification will result if decorations are not removed by 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2013.
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 10: Last day to contact designated business. Proof of Contact contract due at liaison meeting.
-October 17: MAA sign handed out at liaison meeting
-October 24: Decorate the District between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
-October 27: 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 competition banner will be judged and scored, and chapters have the option of creating an additional spirit banner, which will not be scored.
Competition Banner For the judged banner, groupings place the competition banner on chapter property and must include the following items: -Incorporation of overall designated participation theme -The words, “Mizzou Homecoming” -The words, “The Black & Gold Standard” -Name(s) of the Homecoming pairing or triad 35 -The banner must be the size of a queen size sheet -The banner is NOT required to have a 3-D object
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 triadʼs overall theme -Display of the Homecoming pairing or triadʼs Mizzou Spirit -Creativity and originality -Neatness The point scale will be from 0 - 40.
Deductions and Fines -5 points will be deducted if a sketch of the banner design is not turned in at the liaison meeting on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2013. -5 points will be deducted if the Homecoming pairing or triad does not include the required elements (name, city, 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, Oct. 20, 2013 by 4 p.m.
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 Oct. 20 as well. The following information should be included on the OPTIONAL Student Center banner: -The words, “Mizzou Homecoming” -The words, “The Black and Gold Standard” -Name(s) of the Homecoming pairing or triad -The banner at the Student Center must not exceed the size of a twin sheet
Important Dates
-October 20: 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
36 TALENT
Katie Crow, Christian Efken, Matthew Hinck, Kari Schram [email protected]
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 groupings will write, direct, and perform a skit no longer than 15 minutes in the Talent competition.
Performance Requirements -Groupings will draw numbers to select a song that will be incorporated into the plot of the skit. -Skits must incorporate a plot based on their grouping’s city and 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 than the selected song. -Each grouping must have an introduction video for their skit that is no longer than one minute and 30 seconds.
Prop Limitations -Up to three props can be as large as 4 feet wide x 8 feet long x 10 feet tall. -All remaining props must be 2 feet wide x 6 feet long x 8 feet tall or smaller. -This does not include flats. Individual flats should be 6 feet wide x 10 feet tall. No more than seven flats can be used. Flats may not have a width greater than 42 feet. -Groupings must include one object in at least two of the following: Campus Decorations, Parade, or Talent.
Director’s Meetings -Directorʼs meetings will begin on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. and will continue every Tuesday through Oct. 15, in Chambers Auditorium. -Each participating chapter in the grouping must have exactly one representative at every Directorʼs meeting. -Points will be deducted from the groupingʼs preliminary score each time a representwative misses a directorʼs meeting. Please refer to the Directorʼs book for point deductions. 37 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 judgesʼ 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. -For judging point breakdown please refer to Talent Directorʼs 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.
In-Between Acts (IBAs) -IBAs can be soloists, musical medleys, instrumental performances, dance, stand- up, or any other performance approved by the Talent committee. -IBAs will be limited to, and may not exceed five minutes, including stage preparation. -IBAs will be held in Jesse Auditorium and The Shack in the MU Student Center. -One performer will be selected to sing the National Anthem each night of -Talent, for a total of three performers. There are no entry fees for National Anthem. -Entry forms for both IBAs and the National Anthem tryouts and fees for IBAs must be submitted at 123 Reynolds Alumni Center no later than Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013 at 5 p.m. -Participating acts can sign up for an audition time in 123 Reynolds Alumni Center between Monday, Sept. 9 – Thursday, Sept. 12 at 5 p.m. when the entry form is submitted. -All IBAs must attend auditions, which will be held Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013 at a place and time TBA. -All IBA applicants must be prepared to perform their entire act for their audition.
Important Dates
-Tuesday, September 10: First directorʼs meeting
-September 12: IBA Entry Forms Due
-Sunday, September 15: IBA Auditions
-October 21, 22, 23: Talent Production 38 TRADITIONS
Matt Eisenbath, Natalie Gay, Jessica Morrow [email protected]
Homecoming Royalty 2013 University of Missouri seniors have the opportunity to compete for one of the most coveted honors at the university: 2013 Homecoming King and Queen.
Royalty Applications are due Sept. 12 by 5 p.m. in 123 Reynolds Alumni Center.
Paired Organizations or Triads -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. Each Greek chapter is allowed one free entry.
Overall Point Breakdown Points for sponsoring organizations are as follows:
Applicant submission 10 points
Top 30 15 points
Top 10 25 points
Crowning No additional points will be awarded*
Total 50 points
NOTE: Only one application per grouping needs to be submitted to receive the full 10 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, 10 for submitting an application, 15 for “Top 30,” and 25 for “Top 10.” 39 Applicant Rules and Regulations 1. Applicants must have senior status by Fall Semester 2013 and must be a fulltime student, carrying at least 12 credit hours. Applicants must have attended MU three consecutive years (3 consecutive fall semesters and 3 consecutive spring semesters). Qualification is NOT determined by cumulative credit hours. 2. Applicants must also be in good academic standing (at least a 2.5 GPA is required). 3. If a student has been named to a previous Homecoming Top 10 or Greek Week Sweet 16, they are prohibited from applying. 4. Points are only awarded to the pairing or triad that is sponsoring the candidate(s). Only one organization can sponsor each candidate. 5. If selected for Top 10 Royalty, public campaigning on social media and word of mouth will be allowed by the candidate or on the candidate’s behalf. This includes Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. Any other form of campaigning is NOT allowed. This includes mass emails, banners, fliers, and classroom speaking.
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 males and 15 females) 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 males and 5 females). Top 10 selection is based on the second round interview score, paper application, and first round interview. 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 applications, first, and second round interviews. -Participating in royalty activities and student voting are the final components of the selection process to determine the 2013 Homecoming King and Queen.
Percentage Breakdown
Paper Application 5%
First Round Interview Score 5%
Second Round Interview Score 10%
Student Voting 35%
Participation in Mandatory Events 45% 40 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 be removed or added at the discretion of the Traditions Committee. -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.
Important Dates
-May 9: Applications Available
-September 12: Applications Due
-September 16, 17, 18, 19: First Round Sign-Ups
-September 22, 23, 24: First Round Interviews
-September 29, 30, October 1: Second Round Interviews
-October 12: Top 10 Banquet
-October 13: Blood Drive Set-up
-October 14, 15, 16, 17: Blood Drive
-October 17: MIZ BBQ
-October 21, 22, 23: Talent
-October 25: Top 10 Family Reception
-October 25: Campus Decs & Spirit Rally
-October 26: Homecoming Parade
-Homecoming Day October 26: Halftime Coronation
*When applying, please take into consideration all of these dates are MANDATORY.
41 Appendix
42
Campus Decorations Entry Form
Only one entry form must be turned in from each organization or Greek pairing/triad. Forms are due on Thursday, September 20th at the liaison meeting.
Name of Organization(s): ______
Campus Dec. Liaisons: Please include at least one liaison from each chapter participating in your Campus Dec.
Name: ______Name: ______E-Mail: ______E-Mail: ______Phone: ______Phone: ______
Name: ______Name: ______E-Mail: ______E-Mail: ______Phone: ______Phone: ______
Campus Decoration Theme: ______
Campus Decoration Location (where will your Campus Dec be located on the night of viewing?): ______House Mom or House Dad of proposed location’s signature: ______Housing Corporation President or Vice President of proposed location’s signature:* ______
*Electronic confirmation is accepted; please attach printed email to this form.
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 24, 2013 between the hours of 10am and 4pm. I acknowledge that the judging will also take place at 4:30pm on October 24, 2013. I also acknowledge that the decorations will be taken down by Sunday, October 27, 2013 at 2:30 pm.
In addition, I agree not to donate and/or supply the organizations with any additional items as decorations. Please acknowledge that you accept the attached sketch below, as well.
Organization X______
Business X______
Return at Liaison Meeting on Thursday, October 10, 2013.
Decorate the District Expenditure Log
Receipt # Date of Receipt Store Total 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 TOTAL:
*Please number your attached receipts *Highlight items used on the receipt Spirit Banner Design Approval Please sketch your banner(s) below or attach a sketch and turn it in at the liaison meeting on Thursday, Oct.10, 2013.
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 2013 Homecoming Steering Committee.
Organization ______
X ______
JUDGING FORM (FLOAT)
Entry Name:
Division: Greek Organization____ Campus Organization____ Residence Hall____
______
Areas of Judging: Float
-Originality/Creativity ____/10 -What sets this entry apart from others?
-General Appearance ____/10 -Is the entry visually appealing?
-Incorporation of Themes ____/10 -Floats must incorporate Truman the Tiger and respective theme.
-Spirit ____/5 -Do participants actively engage the crowd and promote excitement?
Judging totals ____/35
Judge’s Signature: ______
For Steering Committee Use Only
-Reuse of Campus Decorations and Talent Materials YES/NO ____5 -Did the entry submit documentation of what they reused?
-Organization checked in on time YES/NO ____5
Steering Committee totals ____/10
Judging totals = ______x 4 = ______/140
Steering Committee totals = ______x 2 = ______/20
Total score = ______/160
2013 Talent IBA 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
In-Between Act
Contact: ______
Phone Number: ______
E-mail Address: ______
Brief description of performance: ______
IBA Payment: $20. There is no Entry fee for National Anthem
IBA tryout entry forms and payment are due by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 12 in 123 Reynolds Alumni Center. All checks or money orders are payable to MAA-Homecoming.
MIZZOU HOMECOMING 2013
Congratulations on being nominated as a Homecoming Royalty Candidate!
Homecoming Royalty is a tradition that allows the University to honor those students who best represent the spirit of Mizzou. Below are details about the application process.
• Applications are due 5:00 p.m. Thursday, September 12, 2013 to 123 Reynolds Alumni Center • All Campus Organizations including Greek chapters receive one free nomination. If an organization is submitting more than one application, we ask that they are submitted together with one payment form. • Entry Fee: $25 (checks can be made payable to Mizzou Alumni Association) • All applicants will receive a first round interview. Signups for interviews will be available on Monday, September 16 through Thursday, September 19 by 5PM in 123 Reynolds Alumni Center. • First round interviews are scheduled for Sunday, September 22, Monday, September 23, and Tuesday, September 24. • Results from first round interviews and second round interview sign-ups will be posted on Thursday, September 26, in 123 Reynolds Alumni Center. • Second round interviews will be held Sunday, September 29, Monday, September 30, and Tuesday, October 1.
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact Matt Eisenbath, Natalie Gay, and Jessica Morrow at [email protected]. Additional applications are available in 123 Reynolds Alumni Center or at www.mizzou.com/homecoming under the royalty tab.
Criteria: Applicants must have senior status by Fall Semester 2013, and must be a fulltime student, carrying at least 12 credit hours. Applicants must have attended MU three consecutive years (3 consecutive fall semesters and 3 consecutive spring semesters). Applicants must be in good academic standing (at least 2.5 GPA). Anyone who has previously been named to Homecoming Top 10 or Greek Week Sweet 16 is ineligible.
Commitments: This experience is intended to be memorable, as you represent your organization and the University of Missouri. Although applicants are busy with their respective studies and organizations, applying and serving on Top 10 is an honor and a time commitment. A percentage of coronation points will be rewarded for mandatory events that are planned for Royalty Top 10. A tentative list of all mandatory events is attached.
Thank you, Matt Eisenbath, Natalie Gay and Jessica Morrow [email protected] MIZZOU HOMECOMING 2013
Please complete the following basic contact information and submit with your application.
Name:______Student Number:______
Local Address:______
Cell Phone Number:______GPA:______
Major:______School/College:______
Email:______
I ______, hereby grant permission to the Homecoming Steering Committee and Mizzou Alumni Association to access my transcript.
Signature:______
On a separate paper, please respond to the following questions. Limit your responses to two pages, typed, 12 point font. Additionally, please attach your resume to the application.
1. Please list campus organizations and leadership positions you have held. Please include dates. 2. Describe an event that has made a dramatic impact on the person you are today. 3. State any honors and awards you have received while attending MU. 4. What does the Mizzou Homecoming experience mean to you? 5. Upon graduation, what are your plans for the future, and how do you intend on putting your goals into action? 6. Throughout your Mizzou experience, what has been the most gratifying body of work that you have accomplished? Explain why. 7. What characteristics make you best qualified to be the 2012 Homecoming Royalty candidate?
If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]. MIZZOU HOMECOMING 2013 MIZZOU HOMECOMING 2013
Applications Available: May 9 Applications Due: September 12 First Round Interviews: September 22, 23, 24 Second Round Interviews: September 29, 30, October 1 Blood Drive Set-up: October 13 Blood Drive: October 14, 15, 16, 17 Top 10 Banquet: October 12 MIZ BBQ: October 17 Talent: October 21, 22, 23 Top 10 Family Reception: October 25 Campus Decs & Spirit Rally: October 25 Homecoming Parade: October 26 Halftime Coronation: October 26
If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].