On behalf of the Student Government Association (SGA) and the Graduate Student Assembly (GSA), we would like to wish you a happy and safe Homecoming! During this week, IUP and the surrounding Indiana Community participate in a multitude of celebratory events. Here are some fun events to check out this week:

  • Thursday, October 2: STATIC Tailgate at 6:00 p.m. at the HUB for some free food and fun games.
  • Friday, October 3: 150th Celebration Cookout at 3:00 p.m. in the Oak Grove for some free food and free stuff!
  • Friday, October 3: BACCHUS Bingo at 9:30 p.m. in the HUB Ohio Room for a chance to win some awesome prizes!
  • Saturday, October 4: Homecoming Parade at 10:00 a.m. on Philadelphia Street. Theme is IUP Icons, and there will be 10 floats and 80 additional student organizations and community groups in the parade!
  • Saturday, October 4: Homecoming Hangout from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. hosted by the University College on the Eberly/Stephensen Patio.
  • Saturday, October 4: Football Game at 2:00 p.m. Come cheer on the Crimson Hawks football team against Edinboro at George P. Miller Stadium.
  • Saturday, October 4: Fifth Quarter Concert at 7:00 p.m. with The Clarks and Chris Higbee, KCAC (tickets available at the door).

Check out Crimson Connect for more opportunities!

As always, we hope that you have an amazing Homecoming week. Be sure to stay safe and watch over one another. If you see or experience something that concerns you, please reach out to the Office of Social Equity and Title IX and the Office of Student Support and Community Standards for help. If you need immediate assistance, call 911 or University Police at (724)-357-2141. Remember, you are not alone. If you see something, say something! 

Have a fun and safe Homecoming!

Talon's Up!

Alexis Bardos and Koga Chilume
SGA and GSA Presidents