SAU to host homecoming on October 7
Southern Arkansas University is thrilled to welcome back our Mulerider alumni and friends for a week of fun and tradition.
With the theme, “Home is where the Muleriders are,” SAU invites alumni, students, and friends to come together for a week of festivities that embody the true spirit of family and tradition.
Homecoming at SAU has always been a special time when past and present collide in a sea of blue and gold. This year’s theme pays homage to the enduring connections forged on SAU’s campus, where friendships are lifelong, and memories are made.
This year’s celebration includes the Homecoming Kick-off Pep Rally, SGA Burgers in the Mall, the Drive-In Movie, and the Great SAU Campout. On Saturday, October 7, SAU will crown the Homecoming king and queen at 2:00 p.m. before the Mulerider football game against Oklahoma Baptist University at Wilkins Stadium.
Monday | Oct. 2
Homecoming Kick-Off Pep Rally
7:00 p.m. – Grand Hall
Tuesday | Oct. 3
SGA’s Burgers in the Mall
11:00 a.m. – Mall Area
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RCB’s Light for the Fight
6:30 p.m. – Blanchard Hall
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Wednesday | Oct. 4
SAB’s Movie Night
7:00 p.m. – Reynolds Grand Hall
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Street Painting Party
Postponed due to weather
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Thursday | Oct. 5
Spirit Logs
12:00 p.m. – Reynolds Rotunda
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Spirit Banners
4:30 p.m. – Reynolds 201
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Volleyball: SAU vs. SEOSU
6:00 p.m. – W.T. Watson Gym
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SAU Bonfire and Pep Rally
9:00 p.m. – Field beside Burns Harsh
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Friday | Oct. 6
Voting for King and Queen Ends
12:00 p.m.
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Homecoming Heartbeat Begins
12:00 p.m. – Mall Area
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Volleyball: SAU vs. ECU
4:00 p.m. – W.T. Watson Gym
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SAU Sports Hall of Fame Banquet
6:30 p.m. – Grand Hall
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Black Alumni Reception
8:00 p.m. – Alumni Center
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Saturday | Oct. 7
Mulegating on the Ridge
11:00 a.m. – Alumni Center
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Pep Rally
1:00 p.m. – Alumni Center
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Homecoming Court Presentation
2:00 p.m. – Wilkins Stadium
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SAU vs. Oklahoma Baptist
2:30 p.m. – Wilkins Stadium
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Homecoming Greek Show
7:00 p.m. – W.T. Watson Gym
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Schedule of Events
Monday, October 2
Homecoming events begin at 7:00 p.m. with the Homecoming Kick-off Pep Rally in Grand Hall.
The SGA Muleshoe Hunt begins.
Tuesday, October 3
SGA is hosting Burgers in the Mall, where they are cooking up burgers and hot dogs beginning at 11:00 a.m.
Rankin College of Business hosts Light for the Fight in support of Breast Cancer Awareness at 6:30 p.m. in front of Blanchard Hall.
Wednesday, October 4
Pack your popcorn and head to the Reynolds Grand Hall at 7:00 p.m. for SAB’s Movie night.
Thursday, October 5
The Great SAU Campout begins at 10:00 p.m. at the Alumni Center. Bring your SAU spirit for the bonfire and pep rally!
Friday, October 6
At noon, the Homecoming Heartbeat begins in Reynolds Plaza.
The SAU Sports Hall of Fame Banquet takes place in Grand Hall at 6:30 p.m.
Join SAU Black Alumni for a Homecoming Reception featuring live music, comedy, and heavy hors d’oeuvres. The reception will take begin at 8:00 p.m. in the SAU Alumni Center.
Saturday, October 7
Mulegating is sponsored by Cadence Bank and begins at 11:00 a.m. at the Alumni Center. Attendees are invited to move outdoors to the Alumni Center Lawn for the Homecoming Pep Rally at 1:00 p.m.
Fans are invited to walk across the Alumni Bridge from Mulegating to find their seats for the Homecoming football game at Wilkins Stadium. To purchase tickets for the game, go to www.MuleriderAthletics.com/tickets.
The Homecoming Coronation ceremony takes place at 2:00 p.m. on Rip Powell Field and is followed by the 2:30 p.m. Mulerider Homecoming football game against Oklahoma Baptist University.
To cap off the festivities, a Greek Show will be performed at Watson Athletic Center starting at 7:00 p.m.
SAU is excited to welcome back Mulerider alumni and friends for a fun, tradition-filled Homecoming week!