Students Gear Up for Homecoming Celebrations
Homecoming returns this year at the University of Tampa, starting Wednesday, Oct. 19 and running through the following Saturday, Oct. 22.
Beginning at 8 p.m. in the Vaughn courtyard (or the Vaughn lobby, in the case of rain), the festivities begin with a toga contest. Members from student organizations will be donning their most gorgeous and glam ancient Greek get-up, in hopes of impressing a panel of student judges.
Individuals that are not a part of an organization can also participate by filling out a participation form, which can be picked up in the Student Productions Office. These forms are due Friday, Oct. 14 from everyone, including all student organizations, in order to be a part of the events for the week. Elyse Fulton, a member of the Homecoming Committee who has been helping to plan the kick off since February, remembers that last year’s toga contest was a fun night for students.
Along with the contest, there will be even more fun around the courtyard with a photo booth, henna artist and a performance by DJ Dayve. DJ Dayve is David Wistocki, a 19-year-old senior. He went to high school in Naples, Fla. and has been a DJ for six years.
Prizes throughout the night, include free t-shirt giveaways and food offers from Pita Pit, Wendy's, Five Guys and Chipotle. Continuing with the festivities through the week, Thursday, Oct. 20 brings the annual Casino Night. The Florida Casino Company