The University of Delaware Student Homecoming Committee is recruiting new members to help plan Homecoming 2015, with the application deadline on Feb. 20.

Homecoming 2015 planning

Applications are being accepted for the Student Homecoming Committee

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2:11 p.m., Feb. 5, 2015--The University of Delaware Student Homecoming Committee (SHC) is recruiting new members to help plan Homecoming 2015. 

Students interested in joining the committee may apply online until 4 p.m., Friday, Feb. 20.

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The ultimate goal of the SHC is to unify the University community by embracing past traditions while promoting Blue Hen spirit. The group plans and organizes events and activities for Homecoming week.

In addition to traditional events like the Pep Rally and the Homecoming King and Queen Court, the SHC has also offered activities like the Student Banner Competition, UD’s Amazing Race and the First Down Student Tailgate.

Interviews with prospective committee members will be held the week of Feb. 23. Those selected to serve on the committee will be notified on or before March 2.

The SHC is advised by the Office of Development and Alumni Relations and collaborates with campus partners to offer a variety of events to make Homecoming memorable for the entire Blue Hen community. 

For a look back on Homecoming 2014 events, visit the website.

For additional information, contact Michael Yancey in the Office of Alumni Engagement at myancey@udel.edu.

About the UD Office of Alumni Relations

The Office of Alumni Relations creates a culture of connection between the University and the approximately 160,000 living alumni worldwide. 

Alumni Relations coordinates Alumni Weekend and Homecoming as well as regional alumni club events and a series of prestigious awards. 

For more information, visit UD’s official alumni portal, UDconnection, and follow the office on Facebook and Twitter.

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