Towson University is getting ready to scare up some school spirit, as the 2014 Homecoming Week falls during the same time as Halloween.
Because of that coincidence of timing, Towson’s Homecoming week will be called “Nightmare on York Road: A Haunted Homecoming.” Many of this week’s student-planned events will have a Halloween theme to go along with the classic Homecoming fare.
Monday will feature the annual Homecoming Talent show at Stephens Hall Theatre at 8 p.m. The campus can check out a showcase of talent and student-produced acts from talented Towson students.
On Tuesday, Tiger Plaza will be buzzing with the annual Homecoming Block Party. The Block Party lasts from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m and will be jam-packed with prizes, a DJ, pumpkin painting, T-shirt giveaways, free food, a cornhole tournament and more festive fall activities.
Wednesday will start with a break from the “Nightmare,” to hold the Positive Homecoming Rally starting at 1 p.m. at Tiger Plaza. Students can enjoy free Rita’s and participate in T-shirt giveaways. Students will also be able to sign the Positive Homecoming Pledge, which says the student will celebrate in a fun, safe way while respecting their school, community and their peers.
Wednesday also features a chance for students to dye a free T-shirt. Students can also participate in “Glentastrophe 2014” Glen Horror Stories,” which is a haunted walk through the Glen Woods. Students must arrive by 8:30 p.m. to be guaranteed a tour.
A mix of classic Homecoming events and Halloween-themed tricks will highlight Thursday. The Health and Counseling Center at Ward and West will host a TU Mystery Party. Students can try to crack the case while enjoying a costume contest, candy, photo booth, live music and many other free goodies.
Thursday will also host the Homecoming Pageant, which is held in the Chesapeake Rooms at the University Union starting at 8 p.m. The campus will be able to meet its’ homecoming court, who will participate in different challenges throughout the night.
Friday night will bring a zombie apocalypse to Towson. The West Village Commons Ballrooms will host “Survive Towson.” Students will put their zombie-evading skills to the test in this award-winning, annual event. Check-in starts at 6 p.m. with the event beginning at 7 p.m.
And on Saturday, the Towson Tiger Football team will host Elon at Johnny Unitas Stadium at 4 p.m. Prior to the opening kick-off, Lot 14 will host a Homecoming tailgate party starting at 1 p.m.
For more information and a complete schedule, visit the Towson University Homecoming website. To stay up to date with all the events, students can visit the Towson University Homecoming Facebook page.
