Homecoming 2024 will be here soon (September 23-29), and Illinois State’s campus is starting to plan for the festivities.
Faculty and staff have several opportunities to get involved and share in this year’s theme, Relive the Moments, as campus celebrates favorite memories and moments of times past. There’s no need to wait. Get involved and get in the Homecoming spirit with the programs below:
Campus decorating contest
Campus offices and departments can register through September 17 to promote Redbird pride and show off Homecoming spirit! Entrants will be judged on their use of the 2024 Homecoming theme, school spirit, Illinois State University’s name and/or images, and the impact of the decorations throughout the week. Judging will be Friday, September 20.
Homecoming tree lighting kickoff
Help kick off the week with the revitalized event combining two beloved traditions into one in Uptown Normal. See Uptown turn red and white while enjoying performances by the Big Red Marching Machine, ISU cheer, and Reggie Redbird. A kickoff for the whole campus community to make new moments and memories together.
Homecoming parade
Departments or offices wishing to participate in the Homecoming parade Saturday, September 28, can submit registrations online until September 16. Involvement in the parade can be an excellent team-building activity for staff and faculty designing floats together and encourages community involvement.
Homecoming graphics/apparel
Add a little Homecoming spirit to computers and social media with Zoom and desktop backgrounds, Facebook cover photos, Twitter cover photos, and email signatures. Homecoming shirts will also be available in both Redbird Spirit Shops this fall.
A complete list of events and all Homecoming 2024 information can be found at Homecoming.IllinoisState.edu. Be sure to also follow the new Homecoming Instagram account for updates, stories, contests, and Redbird fun.
