It’s that time of year again. The air is cooling, the leaves are changing, and midterms are happening. It’s also the season of mums, princes and princesses, and football games—that’s right—Homecoming!
UNT has an entire weekend dedicated to Homecoming. From traditional to variable events, each is worth attending. Friday’s highlights included: Zeke Martin Homecoming Golf Classic, Spirit March, Bonfire and Yell Contest. Saturday was filled with events including: Fun Run, Homecoming Parade, and the Mean Green vs Florida International Football Game.
My favorite event of the entire weekend is without a doubt the bonfire. Everyone parks at Fouts Field and crosses the highway to Victory Hall. The bright orange glow is visible from miles away—apparently UNT’s is tied for largest college bonfire! A stage is set about a football field away from the fire, which is where the Yell Competition is located. The Yell Competition – or “Yell Like Hell” includes a short performance by teams comprised of dorm residents, sororities, fraternities, and other campus organizations. Each team is given a list of artists whose music they must choreograph a short dance to. At the end of the dance, each team shouts a made-up chant incorporating their organization’s name. This year’s Homecoming theme was “Old School,” so the songs included titles such as “Baby Got Back” by Sir Mixalot, “Billie Jean” by Michael Jackson, and “You’re the One that I Want” from the movie Grease. The teams’ costumes also went with the “Old School” theme—parachute pants, poodle skirts, and bright blue eye shadow frequented the Yell Competition’s stage.
I didn’t catch who won the competition, but I do know that it was rather entertaining to see people attempt all the old school dance moves! Can’t wait for next year!
Random Fact: Coca-Cola was originally green.
Random Fact: Coca-Cola was originally green.
