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Sep 05, 2015

2019 FAMU HOMECOMING

FULL SCHEDULE OF OFFICIAL EVENTS

The Coronation
for Mister & Miss FAMU

  • DATE Sunday | 09.29.19
  • TIME 6 - 8pm
  • LOCATION Lee Hall Auditorium
Rattlers will come out to witness the Florida A&M University Royal Court being crowned at the 20th Mister and 113th Miss Florida A&M University Coronation. Helping to kick off the Homecoming Week festivities, students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of FAMU will gather in awe of this age-old tradition among HBCUs.

Free and open to the public.
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The Coronation Gala
for Mister & Miss FAMU

  • DATE Sunday | 09.29.19
  • TIME Following the Coronation
  • LOCATION Grand Ballroom
Invitation Only.
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Market Monday

  • DATE Monday | 09.30.19
  • TIME 12 – 4pm
  • LOCATION University Quadrangle
Student entrepreneurs will showcase their businesses in the quad with DJ Loose Kid playing the latest jams.

Free and open to the public.
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Cupcakes and Canvas

  • DATE Monday | 09.30.19
  • TIME 4 - 6pm
  • LOCATION Grand Ballroom
Come paint a birthday cupcake in honor of the 132nd birthday of FAMU.

First come, first serve - 100 spots available.
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Housing Step Show

  • DATE Monday | 09.30.19
  • TIME 7 - 10pm
  • LOCATION Lawson Center
The sounds of step teams representing their residence halls as they display their hard work, dedication, sacrifice, and unity can mean only one thing, it's time for the Housing Step Show. Since 1992, the Housing Step Show has been the battleground between the respective residence hall and has always created an incomparable experience for all students.

Free and open to the public.
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Rattler POP!
Beauty Expo

  • DATE Tuesday | 10.01.19
  • TIME 1 - 5pm
  • LOCATION Gaither Gymnasium
Showcasing the beauty of FAMU with a panel covering topics on natural hair, skin care and fashion. There will also be makeup and hair tutorials.

Free and open to the public.
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Homecoming Royal Luncheon

  • DATE Tuesday | 10.01.19
  • TIME Noon - 2pm
  • LOCATION Grand Ballroom
By invitation only.
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Art Talks, African Art
& Visual Arts Collection
Exhibition

  • DATE Tuesday | 10.01.19
  • TIME 6 - 8pm
  • LOCATION Foster-Tanner Arts Gallery
Free and open to the public.
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Homecoming Comedy Show
Ft. Chico Bean & Karlous Miller

  • DATE Tuesday | 10.01.19
  • TIME 7 - 10pm
  • LOCATION Lawson Center
Free and open to the public.
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The School of Journalism
& Graphic Communications Presents:
Grads Are Back

October 2&3, 2019

  • DATE Wednesday | 10.02.19
  • TIME Day-long event
  • LOCATION Journalism/Gallery
Free and open to the public. Contact School for event details. Register at sjgc.famu.edu
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School of Allied Health
The Clinical Experience

  • DATE Wednesday | 10.02.19
  • TIME 11am - 1pm
  • LOCATION Lewis-Beck Building
    Simulation Lab Room 009
Free and open to the public.
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Taste-of-a-Rattler

  • DATE Wednesday | 10.02.19
  • TIME Noon - 4pm
  • LOCATION The Set
Free and open to the public.
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Homecoming Hip Hop Concert
FT. Lil Baby, Kash Doll,
and Ball Greezy

  • DATE Wednesday | 10.02.19
  • TIME 7 - 11pm
  • LOCATION Lawson Center
  • COST $35+
For those who purchased tickets to the Homecoming Concert 2019, because admission is now free with a donation of canned goods or non-perishable items, Florida A&M University will be refunding the ticket purchase amount.

Tickets purchased through the TicketMaster portal will be refunded to you electronically by TicketMaster. Please contact TicketMaster directly if you have questions at www.ticketmaster.com.

If you purchased tickets at the FAMU Box Office, please fill out the form and bring it along with your ticket to the Student Government Association Office, 1668 S. MLK Blvd, to facilitate the refund process.

Requests for refunds must be submitted by Friday, October 18, 2019. Refunds will be available by November 8, 2019. For more information send email to sgaticketinquiries@famu.edu.
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FAMU’s Birthday Block Party
Fireworks Display

  • DATE Wednesday | 10.02.19
  • TIME 11pm - Midnight
  • LOCATION Lawson Center Lawn
Free and open to the public.
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The School of Journalism
& Graphic Communications Presents:
Grads Are Back

October 2&3, 2019

  • DATE Thursday | 10.03.19
  • TIME Day-long event
  • LOCATION Journalism/Gallery
Free and open to the public. Contact School for event details. Register at sjgc.famu.edu
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Founders' Day
Wreath Laying Ceremony

  • DATE Thursday | 10.03.19
  • TIME 10:10am - 12:10pm
  • LOCATION University Quadrangle
Free and open to the public.
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An Empowering Experience:
State of the FAMU Woman Forum
Ft. Melissa Mitchell and Rashan Ali

  • DATE Thursday | 10.03.19
  • TIME Noon - 3pm
  • LOCATION School of Business and Industry
    North Wing G12 Auditorium
Free and open to the public.
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Bragging Rights Only:
Judging of the Buildings

  • DATE Thursday | 10.03.19
  • TIME 3 - 5pm
  • LOCATION Campuswide
Free and open to campus community only.

The Alumni and Donor
Appreciation Mixer

  • DATE Thursday | 10.03.19
  • TIME 3 - 5pm
  • LOCATION Grand Ballroom
Sponsored by the Division of University Advancement, the Career and Professional Development Center and the Industry Cluster program.

Invite Only/RSVP required.
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Fashion Show

  • DATE Thursday | 10.03.19
  • TIME 6:30 - 9 pm
  • LOCATION Gaither Gym
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National Panhellenic Council
Greek Step Show

  • DATE Thursday | 10.03.19
  • TIME 7 - 10 pm
  • LOCATION Lawson Center
  • COST Tickets will go on sale soon!
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Homecoming Convocation
FT. Scott Uzzell

  • DATE Friday | 10.04.19
  • TIME 10:10 am - 12:10 pm
  • LOCATION Lawson Center
Free and open to the public.
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National Alumni Association Tailgate

  • DATE Friday | 10.04.19
  • TIME Noon - 3pm
  • LOCATION Lawson Center Lawn
Free and open to the public
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Young Alumni Giving Brunch

  • DATE Friday | 10.04.19
  • TIME Noon - 3pm
  • LOCATION Grand Ballroom
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School of Business and Industry (SBI)
Open House

  • DATE Friday | 10.04.19
  • TIME 12:30 - 2 pm
  • LOCATION SBI South Wing
Free and open to the public.
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College of Agriculture and Food Sciences (CAFS)
Homecoming Round up

  • DATE Friday | 10.04.19
  • TIME 12:30 - 3 pm
  • LOCATION Teleconference Center
Free and open to the public.
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"Set" Friday Live

  • DATE Friday | 10.04.19
  • TIME 12:30 - 3:30pm
  • LOCATION The Set
Free and open to the public.
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College of Education Reception
Talk Show and Fashion Show

1:30 - 2 pm
The Real Education Talk Show
FT. Host Dr. Aleshia Rowley
“Celebrating and Spotlighting Education Through the Decades”
Featuring Alumni Through the Decades· 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and 2000’s
2:15 - 2:30 pm
Fashion Show Featuring College of Education Current Scholars
2:30 pm
Dean’s Closing

  • DATE Friday | 10.04.19
  • TIME 12:30 - 3:30pm
  • LOCATION Gore Education Complex Front Lawn
Free and open to the public.
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Marching "100" Band Showcase

  • DATE Friday | 10.04.19
  • TIME 2 - 6 pm
  • LOCATION Gaither Gymnasium
  • COST $10 General Admission
Tickets Sold at FAMU Ticket Office
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FAMU-FSU College of Engineering Tour

  • DATE Friday | 10.04.19
  • TIME 4 - 5:30 pm
  • LOCATION FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Free and open to the public.
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Rattler Ol’ Skool
Experience Party
FT. Lin Roundtree
and Kimberly Holloway

  • DATE Friday | 10.04.19
  • TIME 7 - 11pm
  • LOCATION Lawson Center
  • COST $30+
Visit Ticketmaster or the FAMU Ticket Office.
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Homecoming Parade

  • DATE Saturday | 10.05.19
  • TIME 8 - 11am
  • LOCATION Campus Route
Open to the Public (To participate in parade visit sga.famu.edu).

Parking only available on westside of campus.

Rattler Strike Zone
Campus Tailgate

President’s Tailgate
Alumni Village
College and Schools Tailgate
Student Government Tailgate
Greek Organizations Tailgate
Clubs/Organizations Tailgate

  • DATE Saturday | 10.05.19
  • TIME Noon - 4pm
  • LOCATION Football Practice Field
Admission costs vary. Contact University Advancement/Alumni Affairs.
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Homecoming Football Game

FAMU VS. NCCU

  • DATE Saturday | 10.05.19
  • TIME 2 - 5pm
  • LOCATION Bragg Stadium
  • COST Prices Vary
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McDonald's Gospel Concert
FT. Donald Lawrence, Keke Wyatt, Kierra Sheard, Sir the Baptist, Tye Tribbett, DJ Standout & Host Lonnie Hunter

  • DATE Saturday | 10.05.19
  • TIME 7 - 10pm
  • LOCATION Lawson Center
  • COST FREE. Ticket required.
Free and open to the public. Reserve tickets.
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