University of Arkansas Fayetteville - Razorback Yearbook (Fayetteville, AR)

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Red,White and Rowdy A Little Bit of Old, a Little Bit of New CASEYHAMMOND Homecoming is one of the most ex citing times during the Razorback football season. This years homecoming was no different. Fraternities, sororities, RSO’s and residence halls competed in con¬ tests, the homecoming court was selected, alumni from all over the country gathered on gameday, and the team was set to play the Auburn Tigers. A float in the 1924 Homecoming Parade slowly rolls down the street. Homecoming festivities began at the University of Arkansas in 1922 with a theme of “Arkansas Never Quits.’’The first theme was so popular that it was used for several years following. Homecoming for the University of Arkansas originated in 1922 and was established as a series of events that would involve both the student body and alumni. The very first Homecoming theme was “Arkansas Never Quits.” This theme was chosen for its many varied interpretations. The theme proved to be so popular, that it was used every year for sev- An ANGRY Arkansas fan yells era l years thereafter. in disgust at the Homecoming game against the Auburn Tigers. Despite the disappointing 10-3 loss to the Tigers, Hog fans enjoyed the weekend’s other events such as the parade, pep rally, step show and tailgating with family and friends. PHOTOBYDAVIDYERBY This year the theme was Red, White and Rowdy. Organizations competed in a blood drive, talent show, intramurals, the Hog Trot Parade down Dickson Street, the “Raze Your Pride” banner competition and many other activities throughout the week. Winner of the Greek House Division was Chi Omega sorority; win¬ ner of the Residence Hall Division was Pomfret Hall; and winner of the RSO Division was Kappa Kappa Psi Fraternity. Alumni and students gathered together in various pre-game activities. Many met on the Poultry Science Lawn to greet the football team as they made their way to the stadium. Others hosted various tailgating parties around campus. “I really enjoyed meeting with alumni before the game. We shared stories about past homecoming games and cooked hamburgers on the grill,” said senior Farmhouse member Lee Riley. Saturday, the Razorbacks were prepared to take on Carnell “Cadillac” Wiliams and the Auburn Tigers. At halftime, the Homecoming court was announced. The 2003 Homecoming Queen was Anna Reed representing Kappa Kappa Gamma. Her court consisted of Dorcedar Glover, Sarah Garton , Miranda Paige and Kristen Allbritton. After a hard-fought game, the Razorbacks fell to the Tigers, 10-3. Junior star quarterback Matt Jones protects the foot¬ ball as he runs around the Auburn defense. Jones set the record for the highest number of yards rushing by a quarter¬ back at the University of Arkansas. PHOTOBYDAVIDYERBY HOMECOMING

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Arkansas’ oldest living cheerleader, Willie Oates, makes her way to the pep rally follow¬ ing the annual Homecoming parade down Dickson. Former Razorback cheerleaders led the boisterous crowd in calling the hogs and many other cheers. PHOTOBYNICKROBBINS The 2003 Homecoming court members were Kristen Allbritton, Dorcedar Glover, Queen Anna Reed, Sarah Garton and Miranda Page. The court was recog¬ nized at half time in front of a packed Razorback stadium. PHOTOBYDAVIDYERBY 01001 I CAMPUSLIFE

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