The University of New Mexico will celebrate its 80th annual homecoming Oct. 3-8. Homecoming week will feature more than 50 separate events all leading up to the football game Saturday, Oct. 8, at University Stadium when UNM takes on Brigham Young University. Game time is set for 6 p.m. The festivities get underway Monday, Oct. 3 with a variety of student activities on tap.
A complete list of events can be found at: Homecoming Schedule.
On Sept. 27 and 28, departments across campus will decorate lobbies and offices as part of the Campus Decorating Contest. Judging will be held Sept. 27-28, from 1 to 3 p.m. each day.
On Wednesday, Oct. 5, students will be able to vote on the UNM Homecoming royalty in the Student Union Building from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
"The Lobo Howl," a longtime Homecoming tradition, along with other games that are all a part of the Cherry/Silver Spirit Cup competition, is set for Thursday, Oct. 6. The induction of the Class of 1955 into the Heritage Club will be the highlight of the Heritage Club dinner at the Albuquerque Petroleum Club also on Thursday at 6:30 p.m.
On Friday, Oct. 7, from 6 to 8 p.m., Alumni reunions from many colleges and programs will take place at the Student Union Building, 3rd level. In addition, campus tours will be available beginning at 4:30 p.m. to view historical buildings, campus art and several libraries – and also to see what’s in store for the future growth of the UNM campus. Finally, from 8 to 11 p.m., the SUB Ballroom will be the place to dance the night way and meet the 2005 Homecoming Court.
Events for Saturday, Oct. 8 include the All-University Breakfast, UNM Alumni Lettermen's Tailgate Party, the LoboZone (tailgate party) at the northeast end of University Stadium, which starts at 3:30 p.m., and the 12th annual UNM Alumni Association Silent Auction.
Other homecoming highlights include the annual UNM faculty/staff alumni luncheon, affinity group reunions, lecture series, various student activities and more.
Advanced tickets for the 80th Homecoming: “Reflections – Honoring the Past, Building the Future,” and other events can be purchased by calling 277-5808 or online at: Homecoming 2005.
Contact: Steve Carr, (505) 277-1821