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

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something Ignoring the occasional spell of bad weather, Homecoming fans set out for an unforgettable weekend. ... while celebrating 100 years of Razorback pride m urphy’s Law 256: Have parade, will rain. Razorbacks’ Law 345: Have the parade anyway. For the first time in four years, Homecoming Weekend featured a parade down Dickson Street, and predictably, Mother Nature decided to toy with the festivities. Alumni and students, however, persevered and were rewarded with periodic sunshine by kickoff of the Hogs’ game against Ole Miss. The return of the parade was one of several special activities to welcome back alumni and mark the centennial anniversary of the Razorback football tradition. Other events during Homecoming Week included the showing of the movie “Above the Rim” by the Black Students Association. In addition, the group sponsored numerous events including a reception for the Homecoming Court, a talent show and Spirit Day, during which students were encouraged to wear Razorback red to show their support for the Hogs. BSA was not alone in its efforts to make Homecoming ’94 fun and fulfilling.The Residents’ Interhall Congress held a Casino Night party in Brough Commons. Tamika McGill was chosen as the 1994 Homecoming Queen. Her court included Tamara Abshier, Shelli Barnette, Rebecca Holloway and Amy Martin. And, the Hogs defeated the Rebels, 31-7. L ast year there was hardly anything done and people complained that the BSA didn V do anything for Homecoming, so this year we gave them so much to do that they can ' t complain. ” SHAWN Lawson, senior, Black Students Association president I t ' s neat for me to say that I participated in the tradition, hut what got to me the most was seeing Ann McGill, the oldest living Homecoming Queen, return for the halftime ceremony. It really hit me to see so many people remember their alma mater and that traditions don ' t change that much. CHUCK Welch, senior. Associated Student Government president 22 HOMECOMING

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football og fans can do, old state take part in commemorating 100 years of what is arguably Arkansas’ favorite tradition: Razorback Football. From the 1964 national championship to the days of the Texas rivalry in the Southwest Conference, fond memories of fall legends dominate conversations and spark the school spirit of thousands AKING A PASS. i„ the Fayetteville match-up with Alabama, quarterback Barry Lunney, Jr., seeks out a receiver for the long toss he prepares to make. As one of the team s strongest leaders, Lunney, a 6 ' 2 junior from Ft. Smith, started every game during the season. “He’s a smart football player and understands the game,” quarterbacks coach Kocky Felker said. “He fits well into what we ask our quarterback to do in the running and throwing game.” [Diaz photo) FOOTBALl. 21

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the introduction Junior Court member Amy Martin and BSA President Shawn Lawson make their way across the field during halftime. “It was an honor to be a part of such a great tradition,” Martin said, “especially during the centennial year of Razorback football.” [Diaz photo] that ball is mine Senior offensive linebacker Willie Johnson scrambles for a fumbled ball during the Hogs’ 31-7 win over Ole Miss. [Armitage photo] let’s party The pep rally in the Chi Omega Greek Theater helped create the Homecoming atmosphere just before the weekend’s festivities began. Filling the air with such spirited cheers as the Hog Call, students prepared to welcome alumni and fans for one of the biggest celebrations of the year. (McKinney photo] HOMECOMING 23