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USU's Homecoming Festivities Go Virtual

By Logan Jones |

Utah State's Homecoming Week is moving forward with daily activities for the Aggie faithful to participate in from home. The virtual celebration kicks off Sunday, Nov. 8, featuring a week packed with opportunities to entertain the family, win some Aggie swag and show school pride. Visit usu.edu/homecoming to learn more and register for Homecoming Week events.

Aggie Magic Show

Monday, November 9 @ 7 p.m.

First up in the week's events — a virtual magic show for the whole family. Registration is now open for the show, featuring The Amazing Aberdeen's card tricks and illusions, plus potential for special prizes. A Zoom link will be sent upon registration.

Running of the Bulls Virtual 5k

November 9-14

This year's Homecoming 5K run/walk allows for some bonus creativity. The 3.1 mile race can be completed anywhere registered participants choose, so throw on your favorite Aggie gear and hit your favorite trail! Be sure to tag photos of your run with #USUHomecoming and #AggieAdventuresAtHome to celebrate with other virtual 5k finishers.

Virtual Aggie Auction

October 29-November 12

The first ever Virtual Aggie Auction is free to all participants, and includes one-of-a-kind Utah State-themed items and experiences from around the community and beyond. There will also be an opportunity to participate in virtual games and join a premium Zoom Room with special guests from Utah State Athletics. This auction helps raise funds for Utah State student-athlete scholarships, so be sure to register before Homecoming Week ends and take a look at this year's offerings.

Aggie Homegate

November 14

Homecoming week concludes with USU football taking on Fresno State, marking another chance for Aggie fans to check in from their own family tailgates for prizes and bragging rights. Aggies everywhere are encouraged to join in “Homegate” by sharing recipes and incorporating the game's theme into the festivities. Tag @UtahStateAlumni with hashtag #AggieHomegate or email your pics to alumni@usu.edu to win prizes. One lucky winner will be awarded “Aggie Homegater of the Game” and receive the ultimate Homegate prize pack!

WRITER

Logan Jones
Editorial Manager
Advancement
logan.jones@usu.edu

CONTACT

Janette Robbins
Associate Vice President of Strategic Communications
Advancement
janette.robbins@usu.edu


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