1965

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Homecoming, 1965, began unofficially October 21, with a pep raIly and went into full operation October 22-23. The freshmen painted spirited yells over Homewood business windows (with permission) and thus set the stage for community participation. The classes and Greeks gathered materials to build their floats and displays. Then everyone paused to view the Homecoming Pageant in Seibert Hall. The contestants were on stage. There was the program. Music. Rusty Ryan, Mr. Howard, spoke. The football players were recognized. Then the announcement. Miss Homecoming, 1965--Miss Bingham Graves! Bingham was Miss Howard at this time, also. After much applause and Bob Burleson's singing the "Miss America" theme and that long walk down the walkway, Bingham joined her alternates. The Miss Homecoming Contest is held to honor a popularly-elected young lady during the football season. Her fine school spirit is a key characteristic.

After the Pageant the students set out for the all-night work of building a float or display. Morning came and with it a parade by the Howard College Band and guest bands down the main street of Homewood.

Following the parade was the Howard-USL game and that night a concert by the Serendipity Singers.