The University of Findlay - The University of Findlay Names Homecoming Court

The University of Findlay has named its 2006 Homecoming court and will announce the Homecoming king and queen during halftime of the Saginaw Valley State vs. UF football game at Donnell Stadium, which begins at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7.

2006 Oiler Homecoming Court

The 2006 Homecoming Court includes the following students:
• Bryson Stair, senior occupational therapy major of Utica, Ohio.
• Braden Kriegel, senior occupational therapy major of Delphos, Ohio.
• Jacob Hasselbach, senior marketing major of Fremont, Ohio.
• Kimberly Jackson, senior social work major of Lima, Ohio.
• Stephanie Myers, senior early childhood education major of McComb, Ohio.
• Nicole Milligan, senior pre-veterinary major of Kittanning, Pa.
• Nicole Wagner, senior middle childhood education major of Defiance, Ohio.
• Jenna Wasserman, senior law and the liberal arts major of South Charleston, Ohio.

The theme for this year’s festivities is “Let Your Oiler Pride Flow.”

Other Homecoming weekend activities include:

• Theatre Performance: “Proof,” Wednesday, Oct. 4–7, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 8, at 6 p.m. in the John and Hester Powell Grimm Theatre. Admission: $5 for general admission and $3 for students.

• Campus Tours, Friday, Oct. 6, at 1 and 3 p.m. beginning at Morey Hall – Staff will provide campus tours for all alumni and prospective students.

• Environmental Facilities Open House, Friday, Oct. 6, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Environmental Resource Training Center on State Route 12 East – Tour the facilities and enjoy a barbecue.

• Distinguished Alumni, Hall of Fame and Shiv K. Gupta Recognition Dinner, Friday, Oct. 6, at 7 p.m. in the Alumni Memorial Union – This special dinner recognizes award winners and Athletic Hall of Fame inductees. In addition, a special scholarship announcement honoring Shiv Gupta will take place. Admission: $20. Registration required. Call 419-434-4517.

• Mike Super Live, Friday, Oct. 6, at 8 p.m. in Winebrenner Seminary – Enjoy a night of magic and illusion for all ages. Call 419-434-4606 for ticket information.

• 5K Run and Little Oiler Fun Run, Saturday, Oct. 7, at 8:30 a.m. beginning in front of Old Main – All proceeds from the event will benefit the Findlay City Mission. Entry fee for the 5K Run: $20. Participation in the Little Oiler Fun Run is free. To pre-register, call 419-434-4517.

• Alumni Association Annual Breakfast, Saturday, Oct. 7, at 8:30 a.m. in the Lape Great Hall – Alumni from all over the nation are invited to visit with each other and congratulate the 2006 Distinguished Alumni. A golden diploma ceremony will take place to recognize the class of ’56. Admission: $10 for each adult, $5 for children age 5 to 12 and free for children under 5. Registration required. Call 419-434-4516.

• Alumni Baseball Game, Saturday, Oct. 7, at 11 a.m. at Swale Park – Join UF alumni for the second annual 100-inning game. Registration required. Call Troy Berry at 419-434-6684.

• Dedication of Oil Derrick and Fountain, Saturday, Oct. 7, at 11 a.m. on the northwest side of Croy Gymnasium – The oil derrick and fountain will be presented to the University by the classes of 1956 and 2006.

• Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Saturday, Oct. 7, at 11:30 a.m. in the Alumni Memorial Union – The 33rd annual induction ceremony will honor six former UF athletes. Admission: $15. Registration required. Call the athletic office at 419-434-4663.

• Golf Cart Parade, Saturday, Oct. 7, at 12:30 p.m. in the circle drive on the front lawn – Students will decorate golf carts and bring the Homecoming theme to life using costumes, originality and creativity. The Oiler brass band will lead the parade, followed by the UF cheerleaders and dance team. Tours of campus will be given after the parade.

• Marching Band and Oiler Brass Reunion, Saturday, Oct. 7, at 12:30 p.m. on the front lawn of Old Main – Alumni are welcome to participate in the golf cart parade. Afterward, enjoy some food and catch up with other alumni at Donnell Stadium during the tailgate party. For more information, call Jack Taylor at 419-434-4573.

• Class Reunions and Greek Reunion, Saturday, Oct. 7, from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. on the front lawn of Old Main – Gather to meet your classmates or reunite with your Greek family. Classes included in the reunion are ’36, ’41, ’46, ’51, ’56, ’61, ’66, ’71, ’76, ’81, ’86, ’91, ’96 and 2001.

• KidsZone, Saturday, Oct. 7, from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. on the front lawn of Old Main – Children will love hot dogs, popcorn, snowcones, face painting, crafts and painting artwork on a canvas. Inflatables include: five-person climbing wall, football field-n-goal challenge, obstacle course and Island Paradise bounce.

• Create-a-Cookie Recipe Contest, Saturday, Oct. 7, from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. on the front lawn of Old Main – Current students will bake their favorite cookie. Alumni, students and guests will taste and vote on their favorite. $1 per vote.

• Alumni Tailgate Party with Faculty and Staff, Saturday, Oct. 7, from 2:30 – 4 p.m. at Donnell Stadium, north lawn – Enjoy a pre-game picnic. Admission: $7.50 for each adult, $4 for each child age 3-12, includes ticket to the football game. Registration required. Call 419-434-4516.

• Saginaw Valley State vs. The University of Findlay, Saturday, Oct. 7, at 4 p.m. in Donnell stadium – Come dressed in orange and black and watch for the judges voting on alumna/alumnus and student displaying the most UF spirit. Prizes will be awarded. The Homecoming king and queen will be announced, as well as the winners of the banner and golf cart decorating contests. From 4 - 7 p.m., Louis Paul, balloon man, and Mike Da Roving Guy will be in the tunnel making balloon creations.

• Class of 1956 Reunion Dinner, Saturday, Oct. 7, at 7 p.m. at the Findlay Country Club – Members of the class of 1956 and their guests are invited to attend this special dinner. Registration required. Call 419-434-4516.

• Environmental 20th Anniversary Celebration, Saturday, Oct. 7, from 6 – 11 p.m. at the Findlay Inn and Conference Center – Join faculty and staff for a casual anniversary dinner. Registration required. Call 419-434-4516.