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Contenders for the crown
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Here are the contestants of ISU’s Homecoming game of thrones, hoping to be crowned Friday
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KEVIN BAKER, Senior English studies major Involvement/Activities: Army ROTC, Army ROTC color guard, Blood Drive Volunteer, Relay for Life, Wounded Warrior Project 5K, Cadets Helping Kids and Army National Guard
MICHAEL BINDER, Senior nursing major Involvement/Activities: Alternative Break Bus Leader, Academic Campus-Community Empowerment Education Chair, Student Nursing Association, Men of Nursing, Leaders of Social Change and Association of Resident Halls Secretary Royal Decree: “Half the hands, double the swag.”
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ALITA KENDRICK, Senior philosophy major Involvement/Activities: Student Government Association, Secretary of Public Relations, Student Life Senator for Health & Wellness, Secretary of the Assembly, Academic Senate, Chairman of the “It’s On Us” campaign, Executive Board, Academic Senate Executive Board, Administrative Affairs & Budget committee, Membership & Outreach Committee, Student Health Advisory Board Member, member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority and Boys and Girls Club Tutor Royal Decree: “Illinois State University has been an amazing place to call home for the past four years. [...] I have grown to love every aspect of the university, along with the meaningful relationships that I have made along the way. [...] I think being involved in a diverse group of organizations and having top-notch school spirit makes me a great candidate for this role. Good luck to the rest of the candidates and Go ’Birds!”
ALEX LARSON, Senior marketing major Involvement/Activities: Delta Sigma Pi Pledge Class President, Vice President of Social Activities, Vice President of Marketing and President, Business Week Mentor Program Marketing Coordinator, College of Business Social Media Board, Student Leadership Council President for Campus Recreation and Illinois State University Honors Program Royal Decree: “My name is Alex. Vote for me and all of your dreams will come true. The ball’s in your court!”
ALICIA RAMOS, Senior sociology major Involvement/Activities: Student Alumni Council Executive Board – General Council Representative, Student Wellness Ambassador Team, Alliance for Change, note taker for Disability Concerns, Conference Volunteer for MBLTACC, Human Library, Trick or Treat for Change, Preview Guide, Resident Assistant, MASAI Mentor and Tour Guide Royal Decree: “This is for all the students who have ever felt like they don’t belong. You DO. You are the reason Illinois State University is a wonderful place. You are the reason I fell in love with this university and I want to take this time to thank you all.”
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HANNAH RITTER, Senior resources management major Involvement/Activities: InterVarsity Christian Fellowship President, Delta Sigma Pi Vice President for Alumni Relations, Society for Human Resource Management Merit Chair, Business Week Mentor Program, College of Business Executive Council Vice President, Colleges Against Cancer Team Recruitment Chair and Forever Redbirds
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BROCK ZWICKE, Junior integrated marketing communication major Involvement/Activities: Resident Assistant, ISULeads, Illinois State Honors Program, Big Red Marching Machine Drumline and Campus Church/Encounter Worship Team Compiled by EMA SASIC / News Reporter
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Homecoming Throwback COMPILED BY PAIGE MEISENHEIMER / PHOTO EDITOR
1957: Illinois State University’s marching band leads the Homecoming parade.
1968: Couples pose in formal attire for Homecoming dance. 1988: Cheerleaders supporting ISU football against Miss Rolla during Homecoming game.
1980: Former President Ronald Reagan waves to ISU faculty and staff in front of Stevenson Hall.
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1988: ISU tackling Miss Rolla, now known as MIssouri University of Science and Technology.
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Where to find spirit wear
Local businesses ‘Back the Birds’
themed treats,” Holcom said. Homecoming apparel can be purchased at on-campus bookstores, but ISU students have also taken initiative and gotten involved with the creation of apparel. Brent Brummer, a graduate student in the project management program and undergrad in graphic communication, decided to brainstorm T-shirt ideas for Homecoming with his friends. His apparel available online is gray with elk antlers saying “Redbirds.” The back of the shirts say “HOMECOMING 15.” “Since I have some experience with graphic design, I came up with the design (last year) and we had the shirts printed. They were the same design as the ones I’m selling this year, except it said ’14 on the back instead of ’15,” Brummer said Brummer created the shirt design with no initial intention to sell them, but people began approaching him asking where he got his shirt. “So a year went by and I had kind of forgotten about the idea. But for the first football game of the year against Iowa, I went to the pub to watch it and a guy came up and asked me where I got my shirt. That’s when I decided I wanted to sell them to students.” Visit www.isuhomecomingapparel.bigcartel.com for more details on Brummer’s apparel and to place orders.
university.” Ernat said. In addition to store sales, students also have the opportunity to cash in on certain perks. Although many local businesses contribute to Illinois “For the students though, we bring in some special State University year-round, there are a handful that buys and some special purchases so they can receive disadd some special things counts,” Ernat said. “Like throughout Homecomspecial sweatshirts that ing week. Almost no we get at a discount and shops or restaurants put on sale.” in Normal are chains, Tradition is not only which is why they cintinued in shops, but appreciate the patronin the food scene as well. age those affiliated with Pub II enjoys hosting supthe university provide. porters of the university, Businesses in the past and present. area like to enable dis“We have been in the counts and other perks parade several times, representing Pub I and throughout the week Pub II,” Manager Luke to commemorate the Rokos said. “We pretty tradition which is celmuch just like to hold a ebrated at ISU. Larry Ernat, manager of the big party for everyone to Alamo II, connects come in and have a good with other establishtime before and after the ments to promote game.” offers for those visiting. Rokos thinks reflecting “We partner up with on the past is something the Marriot and other special to do, especially locals in the area,” on Homecoming. Ernat said. “If you bring “Having all of our friends come in and in your key card into our store then there hangout is great,” Rokos are discounts associsaid. “It is usually a lot of ated with that.” old staff member and a Ernat says working lot of people like to remiwith others helps the nisce here.” respective sides in a Other locations, such busy time. as Firehouse Pizza, have “We try to reward the Jessi Dwyer /Staff Photographer special plans that are still people who are staying Many local buisinesses offer specials for Homecoming Week. in the works. Some busiwith local businesses to nesses in Uptown Normal shop here.” will be participating in the window painting or other Homecoming week carries a large amount of heritage means of showing Illinois State pride. with the university, which prompts those in the area to show its pride. Many windows in the area are painted to Jason Klaer is a senior journalism major and a sports display pride for Illinois State. journalist for the Vidette. Any questions or comments re“In a time such as homecoming, we try and bring garding his article can be sent to vidette_jmklaer@ilstu. in those who paint the windows to help represent the edu. Follow him on Twitter @JasonKlaerISU.
AUDREY ANFIELD News Reporter
Stock up on 2015 Illinois State University Homecoming apparel as our favorite weekend of the academic school year approaches. Visit one of the many stores on campus to purchase your 2015 red and white before the festivities begin. Barnes & Noble supervisor Kurstin Holcom gives the inside scoop about what is popular and trending this season for students and Redbird fans. Like most bookstores on campus, Barnes & Noble offers every possible garment for any weather condition. “Ugly Christmas sweaters are popular,” Holcom said. “We have four different ones and we actually have a spirirt jersey ugly Christmas sweater, it’s really cute, that’s pretty popular.” Also offered at Barnes & Noble are the ISU Homecoming T-shirts, hooded sweatshirts and crew neck sweatshirts, which are perfect for Homecoming weekend. They are red and say “Illinois State Homecoming, #BackTheBirds, Oct. 19-25, 2015”. T-shirts are selling for $9.99, hooded sweatshirts are selling for $23.99 and crew sweatshirts are selling for $20.99. Holcom said Barnes & Noble is also carrying ISU themed tailgating items. “We have Redbird rice crispy treats, we have some red hot chocolate and some other Reggie
Audrey Anfield is a junior journalism major and a news reporter for the Vidette. Any questions or comments regarding her article can be sent to vidette_amanfie@ ilstu.edu. Follow her on Twitter @ audreyanfield.
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New director marches onto Big Red Gavin Smith looks forward to the intensified school spirit of ISU Homecoming HOLLY PETROVICH Editor-in-Chief
If you’ve ever lived in West Campus, then you’ve most likely been woken up early to the sound of trumpets and drums outside your window. That’s Illinois State University’s Big Red Marching Band, practicing for its next performance. However, if you live there currently, then you may here a loud voice bellowing over a microphone, which would be Gavin Smith, the band’s new director. Previously band director at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Smith already feels right at home with his 275 new musicians and performers. “I attended a state university myself, so I missed the atmosphere,” Smith said. “I really appreciate coming back to the students with similar upbringings, and I just love this program.” Smith’s new role began July 1, and has been non-stop since. While his main focus is on the winds, woodwinds and brass
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Gavin Smith directs band members during its pregame warmup at practice. players, he oversees the entire ensemble, including percussion, auxiliaries, twirlers, the color guard and the Redline Express dance team. Each week, Smith runs practices, helps write music and choreograph visuals, and organizes the long days of football games. He also works closely with a group of 30 student leaders to give and receive feedback to each member
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of the Big Red. Peter Tozzi, a senior renewable energy major and drum line section leader for the Big Red said Smith is doing a great job working with leaders including himself. He explains that while he hasn’t made any major changes yet, everything is running very smoothly and he really energizes the band. “It’s nice to have a band director that’s so open and wants to hear everyone’s input,” Tozzi said. “Gavin is very cooperative, and since he knows he’s new, he’s open to new ideas and old traditions. “ Goals are a common theme of
Before the game, however, the band, Smith explained, and the band will walk in the annual they have several set for differHomecoming parade, playing ent time lengths. Because it’s his parade tunes and its new favorfirst year, Smith’s main goal for ite, “Shut Up and Dance,” Smith the group is efficiency within its explained. matching technique and transi“Every performance we try and tions. Another focus is recruitdo a different show and try to be ment and retention of members. innovative and entertaining for “We are welcome and open, and while we love music majors, I different crowds,” Smith said. “We are trying to appeal to so fear there are students who were many audiences in one stadium.” in music classes in high school Kevin Krivosik, senior music but fear the ensemble. “ Smith education major and mellophone said. section leader of “Yes, we work hard and our “I could be having the the Big Red, is mostly excited for hours are long, worst day, but we get to the but you can still Homecoming rehearsal and we have a great colfootball game, as lege experience the team’s recent are all together as and be a member success helps one big family.” of our ensemble.” drive motivation Smith and for the band as Tozzi agree that well. Gavin Smith Director of the Big Red Homecoming “When they’re Marching Band is their favorite getting touchtime of year, and downs and field Smith is excited to experience his goals, we’re into it and having first with ISU this week. fun,” Krivosik said. “It makes us The Big Red has been working perform at a higher level due to towards the Homecoming show the hype.” the entire season, Smith said, Aside from Homecoming, the and is by far their most complex Big Red has other big events show. The theme this year is coming up as well. Because there “Dragon,” where the band will is a football game on Halloween, play music from video games and the band has been working on movies with dragons, and finish some festive music to incorporate off with music by the band Imagduring its show. On Nov. 21, the ine Dragons. Big Red invites high school students to join and play with them for a day. Despite the hectic season for the Big Red and inevitable drama with college students, Smith claims he wouldn’t give it up for anything. “I love what I do, and I am still learning and improving, but my main drive is the students” Smith said. “I could be having the worst day, but we get to rehearsal and we are all together as one big family.” The students feel that sense of family too, Krivosik said. During his four years on the band, and three as a section leader, he knows he has made some longterm friendships. “People look up to me for guidance and I look to others too,” Krivosik said. “The general atmosphere of how we can all lean on each other is the best part.” Holly Petrovich / Editor-in-Chief
Members of the Big Red Marching Band fill the parking lot behind Hancock for practice three times a week.
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Show your spirit this homecoming MY VIEW KAMARA TURNER Columnist
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t’s the best time of the school year: Homecoming Week. Homecoming events will run Monday through Sunday and will range from a bonfire and basketball exhibition to tailgating for the Redbird football kickoff on Saturday in Hancock Stadium. With the many events offered, students will be able to show off their school spirit in different and unique ways. While some students will gather together in groups to display school spirit, there are many students who
would rather start their own trend. At the football game, a fun and exciting way to show school spirit is to have a fight-song battle with your friends. This is a great time to get Illinois State University students together and bring out their competitive sides with ISU’s fight song. See which side can sing the song the loudest and proudest. “When I hear ISU theme song tune from the band at games, it makes me so proud to be a Redbird,” Ashley Holmes, a sophomore accountancy major said. If you are more into group school spirit
and your group of friends would be remembered for in the future. Plus, the more students, the better. Who would not want a flash mob on the Quad with 1,000+ students for Homecoming Week? Being proud of the school or department you are a part of is a good way to show school spirit in itself, but I think going above and beyond is always better for Homecoming Week in particular. Try a department and/or school decorating contest. This is a great way to advertise your major and meet Editorial Cartoon by Athena Tapia other people
and want to plan something as a team, try a flash mob on the Quad for an exciting way to be spiritied. A flash mob with ISU’s fight song would be something new and out of the ordinary. Although starting a flash mob would require a lot of work, time and dedication, I believe it would definitely be something you
who are a part of the same major as you. Finally, we cannot forget about the basic Homecoming Week spirit day. On this day, students can wear ISU letters and colors. I believe this is one of the best ways for students to participate in Homecoming Week. Most students have ISU gear even if it is something as simple as a T-shirt. Walking around with ISU apparel will not only encourage other students to wear their clothing, but it will also brighten the campus with our Redbird red. Thinking of new ideas for homecoming week can be stressful, but being creative can also be fun and can start new ideas and rituals for the future. As a student of ISU, do not forget to celebrate your Redbird status during this Homecoming Week by dressing up and participating in events!
Dos and Don’ts of tailgating DO get a good night’s sleep before homecoming starts
DON’T go too hard, too early
Homecoming festivities start early and continue throughout the night, and you’re going to want to be well rested so you don’t crash in the middle of the day.
Whatever you decide to do on Homecoming, make sure not to use all of your energy first thing in the morning.
DO dress warm
DON’T expect freebies
Chances are that Homecoming is going to be cold and windy, as usual. Dress warmer than you think you’ll need to; chances are, you’re going to be outside most of the day.
Just because you get along well with your tailgating neighbors doesn’t mean they’re going to share their food or drinks. Make sure you’re stocked up for yourself and don’t expect handouts.
DO charge your phone/bring a power source You will not find a place to charge your phone at a tailgate, but you will want to take pictures. So make sure your cell is at 100 percent and think about bringing a backup battery source.
DO remember the caffeine If there’s anything you should be drinking at a tailgate, it’s caffeine. You will get tired, so ample amounts of coffee and soda will work in your favor. Compiled by REBECCA DAVIS / Features Writer
DON’T go shirtless A lot of guys tend to do this for the game. It’s the end of October, so save yourself a cold and put on a jacket.
DON’T be obnoxious Don’t cross a line that is going to make a police officer take need to give you a sobriety test. They will be going around tailgates and will have their eyes peeled for people being rowdy. You don’t want to spend your Homecoming in jail, so try to exhibit some good behavior while the cops are passing by.
’Bird on the Street: A freshman’s take on Homecoming Week “I’m most excited to go to the football game, but it’s to watch the cheerleaders”
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