See the world in blue and gold during Homecoming Week Nov. 1-6

The Homecoming game has been pushed back to 7:30 p.m. in order to be televised on the Sun Belt Network.

Homecoming 2010 will be the biggest in FIU history with a week of student events building excitement for Homecoming Day “Panthermonium.”

The slate of activities offers something for everyone in the FIU community, said Vice President of Student Affairs Rosa Jones.

“Homecoming is really an opportunity for the entire university community to come together to celebrate our accomplishments and celebrate our pride for this wonderful institution,” she said. “This year promises to be bigger than ever, with activities for students, faculty/staff, families, returning alumni, parents and retirees.”

This year’s Homecoming features a new headliner event —  a free, live concert by Lifehouse before the Saturday’s football game. The FIU Student Government Association is sponsoring the concert for the entire FIU family.

“We’re hearing a lot from students being very excited,” junior Alex Parayuelos, chair of the Homecoming Committee. “It adds up to everyone being proud to be a Golden Panther. With Homecoming, we are forwarding the image that we are a great institution.”

The fun kicks off with the Homecoming Pep Rally Monday, Nov. 6 at noon in the Graham Center pit at MMC and Wolfe Center Panther Square at BBC.

MONDAY, Nov. 1

Pep Rally

Noon – GC Pit, MMC & WUC Panther Square, BBC

The Homecoming Pep Rally is the official kickoff event for Homecoming Week.

Panther Prowl Comedy Show: DL Hughley

8 p.m. – U.S. Century Bank Arena, MMC

The Panther Prowl comedy show is one the biggest events and traditions here at FIU. Ticket required for entry. Tickets will be available for pick up at Campus Life located in GC 2240 starting Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Two tickets per valid FIU ID. Limited tickets available for alumni through the Alumni Association at 305-348-3334.

TUESDAY, Nov. 2

Lip Sync / Talent Show

7 p.m. – U.S. Century Bank Arena, MMC

Lip Sync is a competition where students gather as a team and prepare their own song/dance/cheer and perform it in front of judges and their peers. The routine they perform must, in some way, relate to the Homecoming theme and exhibit as much school spirit as possible. A valid FIU ID for students and faculty is required for this event. Alumni can check in at the door.

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 3

Walk on Water

Noon, Lake behind Green Library

Sponsored by the College of Architecture and the Arts, this annual event will join forces with the Farmer’s Market, which usually sets up elsewhere on campus every Wednesday and offers fresh, locally grown organic fruits and vegetables to students, faculty and staff at an affordable price. The 35 students who will participate this year will join a long line of Walk on Water alumni who have worked independently or in teams to build shoes that will transport them across the lake without getting wet.

SPC Variety Show

7 p.m. – Mary Anne Wolfe Theatre, BBC

Gather for an evening of hypnotists, spoken word artists, comedians, and more. Be a part of the excitement as BBC – SPC brings to you its inaugural Variety Show at the Bay. This is a ticketed event. Call Wolfe University Center for tickets.

Thursday, Nov. 4

Homecoming Dance

8 p.m., WUC Ballrooms – BBC Campus.

An elegant affair to cap off the excitement of 2010 Homecoming is in store as the Student Programming Council at Biscayne Bay brings to you a glamorous homecoming dance.

FIU Theatre presents RENT:

Nov. 4 – 6, 8 p.m. and Nov. 7, 2 p.m. Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center, Main Stage. Directed by FIU theater alumnus Andy Señor ’97. What do a musician, a filmmaker, a club dancer, and an anarchist have in common? They are all New Yorkers who grab at freedom in a city that wants to beat them down. In the world of Rent, hunger, homelessness, and the HIV virus are ever-present threats. This gritty-musical by Jonathan Larson paints a picture of lives under pressure made sweet by the bonds of friendship in tightly-knit community.

FRIDAY, Nov. 5

FIU Music Festival

7 p.m. – Between Blue & Gold Garages, MMC.

This is a ticketed student event. One ticket per valid student ID.

Founded in 2005, FIU Music Festival has grown over the years into one of FIU’s largest attended events. FIU Music Festival features local, national, and international DJs playing the latest in hip hop, house, and trance music. No re-entry and no large bags will be allowed. Tickets will be available for pick up at Campus Life located in GC 2240 starting Oct. 12 between the hours of
10 am to 5 pm.

SATURDAY, Nov. 6

Street Festival

Noon – 6 p.m. – Adjacent to FIU Stadium

FIU is partnering with the Kiwanis Club of Little Havana to showcase music and vendors. Please join us by the stadium to enjoy good music, good food, and old and new friends alike.

Homecoming Parade

3 p.m. – Begins in Ryder Business Building (RB) loop & ends at the FIU Stadium.

Come watch as organizations showcase their banners, cars, and floats,
led by the FIU Grand Marshall, Joseph L. Caruncho, Dazzlers, and cheerleaders.

Lifehouse Concert

4 p.m. – 6 p.m. – Lot 6 (adjacent to FIU Football Stadium)

This is a FREE EVENT (Limited standing room available)
The newest addition to Panthermonium is the Game Day Concert.

Homecoming Football Game

7:30 p.m. –  FIU Stadium

FIU takes on the University of Louisiana at Monroe