University of Miami - Ibis Yearbook (Coral Gables, FL)

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PHOTOS BY GABRIELA BLAETTLER F a b u I o u s H o m e C o m i n 9 fire works were a beautiful site to see in the sky over Lake Osceola. With fireworks overhead, candles held by students symbolized the University of Miamie tradition of pride and excellence for the world to witness. ALVAREZ ring the PEP RALLYt BOAT BURNINGt FIREWORKS

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HOMECOMING ne of the most memorable nights of Homecoming this year included the Pep Rally, Boat Burning, and Fireworks held on the evening of November 14. The Pep Rally featured the Band of the Hour, both Cheerleaders and Sunsations, as well as added a new, much needed contest for the UM. Spirit Call. Participants from many different organizations on campus took the stage to proudly display their original Spirit Call. In the end, the crowd voted on the traditioanl U.M. call offered by the Band of the Hour, the Empire Strikes Back U. The Boat Burning and Fireworks immediately followed the Pep Rally as the lake was quickly illuminated by the glow of candles. While students harmoniously sang the alma mater, the Rutgers boat was set afire with a large boom. When it ended, the sky was lit with a glorious fireworks exhibition. By Sarah Morgan The boat burning brightened up the night skyline with flames and fireworks. VANESSA ALVAREZ The Sunsations took to the stage and arroused enthusiasm from the crowd during the Homecoming Pep Fially held on the patio. .--hea.-u ..

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HOMECOMING he Homecoming Ball was held on November 15, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in downtown Miami. This gave the University a chance to relax, put on their dancing shoes, and have a fun-filled night after all of the festivities were over. The ball was held in one of the grand ballrooms, and decorated to fit the theme, tCanes in Space? Over 700 people attended this event, enjoyed great hor dloeuvres and fabulous music to get them in the mood to rip apart the dance floor. It was a time to sit back and relax after a long week of well- planned events. ill think it was great! I danced with friends and just had fun, something we all needed to have after this hectic week? senior Christie Ham said. Even though attendance was down from previous years, those who attended had a really great time. By Sarah Morgan VVANES ALVARE Upon arriving at the Ball Aisha Sherrod and Cleo Ayr caught up with friends Christy Hodgson and Alex Merchan. The Homecoming Ball was decorated to go along with the theme, Canes in Space? Regency downtown. WILLIAM LAI On Saturday night, the homecoming ball became a lively event once students and The Hon alumni took to the dance floor. crowd ou VANESSA ALVAREZ WILLIAM LAI Sarah Ellis slings her date around the dance floor during the homecoming ball at the Hyatt T0 the ViCi c3 Joe Ca I-w Ht