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By NANCY SALOMONSKY Staff Writer
A slate of carnivals, pep rallies and parades has
been planned for Homecoming 1994. The spirit week,
whose motto is "Nothing Could Be Finer...," will begin
Oct. 3.
Homecoming is a week-long set of activities and
shows that seeks to bring the Carolina community
together by creating a sense of pride and spirit.
The Homecoming Commission, headed by Commissioner
Bryce Nelson and Vice Commissioner Lori
Toland, began preparing for the 1994 event after the
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"We have tried to cut out events that didn't work
in the past," said Nelson, a biology senior. "We want
this to be a year of change. We want to bring back
some of the old traditions and hopefully start some
new ones."
Last year, the Homecoming Parade returned after
a 10-year hiatus. This year, the parade will feature
traditional format of floats, walking, a Grand
Marshal and spectators. There will be a float building
contest with cash rewards for the winning organization.
The parade will begin at 3 p.m. Oct. 8.
The Homecoming Carnival will run from 10 a.m.
to 3 p.m. Oct. 5 in front of the Russell House. Students
can visit booths sponsored by local businesses
and campus organizations. Musical entertainment
and food will be provided.
At 7 p.m. Oct. 5, the section of Greene Street in
front of the Russell House will be turned into the
first-ever street jam and dance party.
"The Street Jam is a spring-off of the Homecoming
Dance," said Toland, a finance junior. "The dance
really didn't work in the past years. The Street Jam
is more of a party than a dance."
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celebrity DJ, and free food will be there for the taking.
Cockfest, USC's annual pep rally, is one of the
most popular events during Homecoming. Sponsored
by Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, Cockfest will begin at
6:15 p.m. Oct. 6 at the State Fairgrounds in conjunction
with the 125th anniversary of the State Fair
Cockfest will feature skits by student organizations,
USC cheerleaders, the USC marching band and
Cocky and special appearances by the Gamecock football
team.
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After the pep rally, there will be a concert featuring
REO Speedwagon. The show will be at the con,
cert stage at the State Fairgrounds.
"Cockfest will have the traditional fireworks and
comedian," Toland said. "But this year, we are also
going to have the concert."
The 1994 Homecoming week will conclude at halftime
during the Homecoming football game, which
will begin at 1 p.m. Oct. 8. The Halftime Awards Celebration
will honor student organizations. During the
ceremony, awards will also be given for the best pa'
rade float and organizational service.
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It is time to start planning for the 1994 Homecoming
events. Getting involved is easy. If your organization
is interested in building a parade float,
sponsoring a carnival event or booth, or participating
in Cockfest skit tryouts, contact Bryce Nelson or Lori
Toland at 777-7130, or write to Homecoming Commission
USC, Russell House 209, Columbia, S.C.
29208.
The Homecoming Commission will meet from 7:15
p.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 30 in Russell House 307. This will
be an open meeting for anyone who wants to get involved.
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