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It’s homecoming: Get out there and do something
The Pointer
Ggott172@uwsp.edu
Homecoming week has arrived at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, and this weekend offers a variety of homecoming activities along with sporting events for students to get involved with and attend.
Mitch Capelle, assistant director for Media Relations at UWSP, went over the homecoming experience on campus.
“It’s a chance for athletes and non-athletes to come back and take in the festivities,” Capelle said. “People are everywhere; cars are everywhere; homecoming is just as big as ever.”
UWSP Football takes on UW-Stout at 1 p.m. at Goerke Field, while volleyball begins a four-team tournament earlier in the day in the Berg Gym.
“Stout is pretty tough, and in this league everyone knows you can’t take anyone for granted,” Capelle said. “Don’t forget about volleyball either; it’s a good chance to see them play. They have a lot of young talent on that team.”
“I would say check out the parade in the morning, and then come inside to warm up and watch a little volleyball,” Capelle said. “Then in the afternoon, head over to the football game.”
Capelle hopes to see a large student presence at the games this weekend to go along with the returning alumni.
“Student athletes always want a good turnout, especially for homecoming,” Capelle said. “People are coming out of the woodwork, alumni are coming back and it’s good to have the problem of not having seats for everyone.”
Homecoming is one of the biggest events of the year at UWSP and one of the best chances for students to show support for their school.
“Experience everything homecoming has to offer, it’s not just about the games,” Capelle said. “It adds to the overall college experience, so take as much advantage of it as you can.”
The Campus Activities and Recreation Office’s Web site offers a list of all the homecoming activities taking place on campus over the weekend. Check it out at
http://www.uwsp.edu/centers/caro/homecoming/.
