FHSU University Relations

Fort Hays State University’s celebration of Homecoming 2017 ­– “Tigers Through the Decades” – will begin with the Tiger Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament the morning of Thursday, Oct. 5.

Tiger alumni, friends, faculty, staff, students and the public are invited.

The FHSU Alumni Association has released its schedule of Homecoming activities. Advanced registration is required for some events, and for all events that require tickets. Tickets for sporting events are available at the gate or by calling FHSU Athletics at 785-628-4050.

For more information and a downloadable, more detailed schedule, visit www.goforthaysstate.com/homecoming2017. Registration deadline is Thursday, Sept. 28.

Tiger Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament (sold out)
8 a.m. registration; 9:30 a.m., shotgun start, Smoky Hill Country Club, 3303 Hall

Coach’s Corner – Lunch with Head Football Coach Chris BrownNoon to 1 p.m., Smoky Hill Country Club, 3303 Hall
FHSU Football Coach Chris Brown will discuss the current season, the players and the strategies he uses in finding the right players and how the scholarship program works. Funds raised from a concurrent silent auction will support FHSU student scholarships. (Ticketed event.)

Tiger bonfire & pep rally
7:30 p.m., Robbins Center (east lawn)
Join members of the football team and coaches, the FHSU Marching Band, the cheerleaders, the 2017 Alumni Award recipients and the Homecoming king and queen candidates as the Tigers prepare to take on the Pittsburg State University Gorillas. New this year: Beginning at 7 p.m., dinner will be available from one of several food trucks in attendance. Sponsored by Tigers4Ever and Greek Life.

Homecoming registration
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Memorial Union

Center for Applied Technology building dedication
9 a.m., across the street from the Memorial Union

Half Century Club luncheon & induction
11 a.m. social; noon luncheon, Memorial Union. (Ticketed event.)

Oktoberfest
11 a.m., Frontier Park, south Main Street
Oktoberfest has become a tradition for people of all ages. It is a community tribute to the Volga-German heritage with delicious foods, lively entertainment, games, crafts and unique items for sale.
 
Forsyth Library 50th birthday party
1:30-4 p.m., Forsyth Library, FHSU campus

Campus walking tour
2 p.m., Sunset Atrium, Memorial Union

Class of 1957 & 1967 reunion campus & Hays bus tour & social
2:30 p.m., tour begins from Sunset Atrium; 4 p.m., social, Memorial Union. (Ticketed event.)

Alumni Awards & Recognition Banquet
6 p.m., reception; 7 p.m., banquet, Memorial Union. (Ticketed event.)

FHSU vs. Missouri Western State volleyball
6 p.m., Gross Memorial Coliseum.

Volleyball reunion social & dinner
8 p.m., Victor E. Lounge, Gross Memorial Coliseum.

Greek reception (Delta Zeta, Sigma Phi Epsilon & Sigma Sigma Sigma)
7-10 p.m., Smoky Hill Country Club, 3303 Hall. (Ticketed event.)

Homecoming registration
8 a.m. to noon, Memorial Union

Tiger Alumni & Friends 5K Run/Walk
7 a.m., registration; 8 a.m., race, Robbins Center
This event is for all ages. A free T-shirt is available only to those who attend the event and register by the Sept. 28 deadline. Participants also must complete and sign the disclaimer. Prizes awarded to each age group. (Ticketed event.)

Tiger Family & Friends Mile Walk
9:30 a.m., registration; 10 a.m., walk, Robbins Center
A close view of the ever-changing FHSU campus in a non-timed walk with family and friends in this inaugural event led by Victor E. Tiger. Along the route, walkers can interact with FHSU cheerleaders, receive face tattoos and free balloons and more. Registration for all children 12 and under is $5 per child with one paid adult registration. All participants will be entered into a prize drawing. Register by Thursday, Sept. 28 to receive a free T-shirt (available race day only; shirts will not be mailed). Participants also must complete the disclaimer. (Ticketed event.)

Tiger Alumni & Friends Virtual 5K Run/Walk
For those not able to come to campus, there is the Virtual 5K Run/Walk. Visit www.goforthaysstate.com/2017virtual5K for more information. (Ticketed event.)

All 5K Run/Walk-related events are sponsored by Bank of Hays, Phaze 2, Walmart, Jeff Pinkney CPA, and Troy Hallagin DDS and Leighton Werth DDS.

Class of 1957 breakfast
8:30 a.m., breakfast, Memorial Union; 11:45 a.m., board parade vehicle, Memorial Union west entrance. (Ticketed event.)

Class of 1967 breakfast
8:30 a.m., breakfast, Memorial Union; 11:45 a.m., board parade vehicle, Memorial Union west entrance. (Ticketed event.)

Delta Zeta reunion breakfast
8:30 a.m., Memorial Union. (Ticketed event.)

Sigma Phi Epsilon reunion breakfast
8:30 a.m., Memorial Union. (Ticketed event.)

Sigma Sigma Sigma reunion breakfast
8:30 a.m., Memorial Union. (Ticketed event.)

Tiger Village themed housing ribbon cutting
10:30 a.m., north of Lewis Field Stadium. (Ticketed event.)

Homecoming parade
1 p.m., Main Street
To participate, visit www.fhsu.edu/homecoming or call the Center for Student Involvement at 785-628-4664. Parade sponsored by University Activities Board.

FHSU vs. Northwest Missouri State volleyball
2 p.m., Gross Memorial Coliseum

Health and Human Performance reunion BBQ
3-5 p.m., Cunningham Hall, southeast gym. (Ticketed event.)

Greek Tailgate (Delta Zeta, Sigma Phi Epsilon and Sigma Sigma Sigma)
3-6:30 p.m., Lewis Field Stadium, north parking lot. (Ticketed event.)

FHSU vs. Pittsburg State football
6 p.m., pre-game ceremonies; 7 p.m., kickoff, Lewis Field Stadium
Special seating available for honored classes and reunion groups.

Greek Gathering
8-11 p.m., Gutch’s Bar & Grill, 111 W. Seventh. (Ticketed event.)

Established in 1916, the Fort Hays State University Alumni Association serves FHSU graduates by identifying needs and providing solutions. More than 63,500 graduates live throughout the United States and in 77 countries.