Oregon State University - Beaver Yearbook (Corvallis, OR)

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The tug-of-war was fierce this year as Alpha Phi, together with Sigma Alpha Epsilon, competed against Hawley Hall. The men and women of Hawley Hall pulled through to win the annual event. Photo by Janette Leieht The 2002 homecoming was great for the avid Beavers. Various events took place throughout the week to celebrate the annual event. Homecoming was created to welcome back victorious and honorable teams. |The homecoming ritual was celebrated all around the United States and was held as an important part of many people's lives. Many Alumni, family, and friends came to share in the experience. A bonfire was held to allow various students to get together and burn an Arizona Wildcat mascot and to get their spirits up for the game. Along with the bonfire, four football players came out to talk to their fans about their hopes for the game. The Beavers were victorious beating Arizona 38-3. Friday night was the Civil War volleyball game. As the female athletes came out onto the floor they were welcomed by screaming fans. They played with their own special Beaver talent. Alpha Phi and Sigma Alpha Epsilon competed against Hawley Hall during the annual tug-of-war contest held at half time of the football game. The men and women of Hawley Hall came out the winners. Along with the tug-of-war, many different living groups wanted the chance to show their love of Oregon State by decorating their houses. True Beaver spirit was presented this week as OSU students came together to celebrate. Story By Melissa Tuttle Homecoming 14 ♦ student life

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lxjmeooming 14 beaver spirit 18 dad's weekend 20 siblings weekend 24 philanthropies 26 blazes 28 escape 32 change in fashion 34 martin hither king 36 commencement 40

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 Top left: Sigma Pi fraternity gets into the spirit with a little help from Chi Omega sorority as they decorate for homecoming. Photo by Janette Letcht Bottom left: Alumni band members came to celebrate homecoming with the marching band. Photo by Casey Campbell Bottom right: Steven Jackson holds on to the ball as he fights to gain yards. Photo by Casey Campbell Homecoming♦ 15