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Embry-Riddle’s Homecoming Entertainment Features Comedian Daniel Tosh and Rock Band Blessid Union of Souls

This Year’s Theme is “Bright Lights, Big Cities”

Homecoming Logo Daytona Beach, Fla., Oct. 19, 2009 -- As Homecoming entertainment this year, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University will present comedian Daniel Tosh and the rock band Blessid Union of Souls. In addition, an energetic and imaginative parade will bring to life the “Bright Lights, Big Cities” Homecoming theme.

Other events during Embry-Riddle’s Homecoming Week, Nov. 2-8, include an Industry/Career Expo, an aircraft display, an Air Jam student talent show, and an outdoor showing of the movie “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.” For the sports-minded, basketball, ice hockey, lacrosse, and volleyball games are scheduled, as well as a golf tournament.

The Homecoming events listed below are free and open to the public unless noted otherwise.

Monday, Nov. 2

Spirit Sign Contest. 8 a.m. Student organizations and university departments are invited to show their Embry-Riddle pride by decorating large wooden signs placed in the following locations around campus: Heritage Walkway, “A” Building Lawn, and Jack R. Hunt Aviator Park on the West Lawn. The spirit signs will be on display across campus the entire week of Homecoming. Contact: (386) 226-6039.

Tuesday, Nov. 3

Chalk Art Contest. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in front of Jack R. Hunt Library, Embry-Riddle. Student organizations and individual students will compete by creating chalk drawings related to the Homecoming theme of “Bright Lights, Big Cities.” Cash prizes will be awarded. Contact: (386) 226-6039.

Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 4-5

Industry/Career Expo. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, ICI Center, Embry-Riddle. Employers in aviation/aerospace, business, engineering, and high-tech fields will be on hand to talk with jobseekers. Attendees should bring their resumes. Contact: Adriana Hall at adriana.hall@erau.edu or (386) 226-7018.

Wednesday, Nov. 4

Air Jam. 8 p.m., John Paul Riddle Student Center Cafeteria, Embry-Riddle. Talented students will display their lip-sync and air-band abilities while competing for cash prizes. Contact: (386) 226-6039.

Thursday, Nov. 5

Movie on the Lawn: “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.” 8 p.m., Jack R. Hunt Aviator Park on the West Lawn, next to the John Paul Riddle Student Center. In this sixth film in the Harry Potter saga, Harry and his friends continue to battle Lord Voldemort. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Contact: (386) 226-6039.

Friday, Nov. 6

Alumni Fly-In Arrivals. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Embry-Riddle Flight Line. Alumni flying their own aircraft to campus for Homecoming are encouraged to arrive during this time period to be greeted by other alumni. Before flying an aircraft here, participants must register at edmund.odartey@erau.eduor (386) 226-6155.

Alumni Return to Classes. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. During Homecoming registration on campus, alumni will be given a list of classes they can attend to interact with former professors and current students. Alumni should RSVP on eaglesNEST at www.eraualumni.org; all others should RSVP at edmund.odartey@erau.edu or (386) 226-6155.

Embry-Riddle Eagle Open Golf Tournament. 12:30 p.m. shotgun start, LPGA International, Champions Course, Daytona Beach. The 18-hole, four-person scramble will be followed by an awards ceremony in the LPGA Clubhouse. Lunch will be provided by Jimmy Johns. The cost to participate is $100 per person for faculty, staff, and alumni; all others are $125. The cost covers green fees, cart, lunch, appetizers during the awards ceremony, and beverages on the golf course. The presenting sponsors are Consolidated-Tomoka Land Co. and Florida Power & Light. The proceeds from the event will benefit the Champions of Character Scholarship program of Embry-Riddle’s Athletics Department. Contact: (386) 323-5033.

Alumni Hangar Party. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Aviation Maintenance Science Hangar, Embry-Riddle. Alumni and their guests can enjoy complimentary snacks as well as a live DJ while chatting with old classmates and Embry-Riddle students, faculty, and staff. Reservations are required. Alumni should RSVP on eaglesNEST at www.eraualumni.org; all others should RSVP at edmund.odartey@erau.edu or (386) 226-6155.

Comedy Show. 8 p.m., ICI Center, Embry-Riddle. This live show features comedian Daniel Tosh, who currently has a weekly series on Comedy Central, “Tosh.0,” in which he uses razor-sharp wit and biting commentary to delve into all aspects of the Internet, from the absurd to the ingenious. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free for Embry-Riddle students, faculty, and staff with Eagle Card; each Eagle Card admits three guests. Tickets are $15 general admission and $10 with a military or local college I.D. Tickets can be purchased online at www.touch-n-go.org. Contact: (386) 226-6047.

Men’s Ice Hockey Game. 10 p.m., Arctic Zone Ice Arena, South Daytona. The Ice Hockey Club’s Eagles will take on Florida Atlantic University. Admission is $5 for the general public; free for students with Embry-Riddle Eagle Card. Contact: (802) 999-8130.

Saturday, Nov. 7

Aircraft Static Display. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Embry-Riddle Flight Line. Members of the Embry-Riddle community are invited to examine various civil and military aircraft flown in by alumni. Alumni should RSVP on eaglesNEST at www.eraualumni.org; all others should RSVP at edmund.odartey@erau.edu or (386) 226-6155.

Return of the Eagles (1940s-1960s Reunion). 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., John Paul Riddle Student Center, Flight Deck, Embry-Riddle. Alumni from the ‘40s through the ‘60s are invited to a special reunion event. Alumni from this era will share stories about their days at Embry-Riddle and listen to Professor Steve Craft, author of Embry-Riddle At War, talk about his book. Alumni should RSVP on eaglesNEST at www.eraualumni.org; all others should RSVP at michele.berg@erau.edu or (386) 323-8025.

College of Arts & Sciences Reunion. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., College of Engineering Atrium, Embry-Riddle. Alumni of the College of Arts & Sciences are invited to this special college reunion hosted by the dean and the Alumni Association to visit with former professors and classmates. Alumni should RSVP on eaglesNEST at www.eraualumni.org; all others should RSVP at debra.wheeler@erau.edu or (386) 323-8772.

College of Aviation Reunion. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., College of Aviation Atrium, Embry-Riddle. Alumni of the College of Aviation are invited to this special college reunion hosted by the dean and the Alumni Association. Alumni will visit with former professors and classmates and tour the College of Aviation building. Alumni should RSVP on eaglesNEST at www.eraualumni.org; all others should RSVP at dale.sullivan@erau.edu or (386) 226-6849.

College of Business Reunion. 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., College of Business Atrium, Embry-Riddle. Alumni of the College of Business are invited to this special college reunion hosted by the dean and the Alumni Association. Alumni will visit with former professors and classmates and tour the new College of Business building. Alumni should RSVP on eaglesNEST at www.eraualumni.org; all others should RSVP at linda.larkin@erau.edu or (386) 226-6293.

College of Engineering Reunion. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., College of Engineering Atrium, Embry-Riddle. Alumni of the College of Engineering are invited to this special college reunion hosted by the dean and the Alumni Association. Alumni will visit with former professors and classmates and tour the College of Engineering building. Alumni should RSVP on eaglesNEST at www.eraualumni.org; all others should RSVP at betty.jane.schuk@erau.edu or (386) 226-6258.

Men’s Lacrosse Game. 1-3 p.m., Richard Petty East Field, Embry-Riddle. The men’s lacrosse club will play a community club team from Jacksonville. Contact: (616) 901-6909.

Women’s Volleyball Game. 2 p.m., ICI Center, Embry-Riddle. The women’s volleyball team will take on Southeastern University of Lakeland, Fla. At this final regular-season home match, known as Senior Day, Embry-Riddle seniors Kristen Hassett, Rebecca Heller, and Savannah Trakes will be honored before the start of the match. Admission is free for Embry-Riddle students with Eagle Card and for children 5 and under. Admission is $3 for Embry-Riddle alumni with Alumni I.D. Card, non-Embry-Riddle students with college I.D., military with I.D., senior citizens over 55, and children 6 and older. Admission is $5 for all others. Contact: (386) 323-5000.

Homecoming Parade. 3:30 p.m. Floats and performances created by student and community organizations will make their way through campus, ending at the ICI Center. The floats will be joined by several familiar characters, including the Pillsbury Doughboy, the Honey Nut Cheerios Bee, and McGruff the Crime Dog. The best viewing of the parade performances will be in front of Jack R. Hunt Library. Cash prizes will be awarded. Contact: (386) 226-6039.

Tailgate Party. 5 p.m., ICI Center Parking Lot, Embry-Riddle. This outdoor party for the Embry-Riddle community features the rock band Blessid Union of Souls. The group, which has had eight Top 40 hits, released its sixth album, Close to the Edge, last year. The tailgate party also includes interactive games, giveaways, and food. Contact: (386) 226-6039.

Alumni Basketball Game. 5:30 p.m., ICI Center, Embry-Riddle. Two teams of former players will challenge each other in this Blue vs. Gold opener for the Homecoming game. Admission is free for Embry-Riddle students with Eagle Card and for children 5 and under. Admission is $3 for Embry-Riddle alumni with Alumni I.D. Card, non-Embry-Riddle students with college I.D., military with I.D., senior citizens over 55, and children 6 and older. Admission is $5 for all others. Admission also includes the Homecoming game. Tickets may be purchased in the ICI Center lobby. Contact: (386) 323-5000.

Men’s Basketball Game. 7 p.m., ICI Center, Embry-Riddle. The Eagles will take on Montreat College of North Carolina, and the Homecoming king and queen will be crowned at halftime. Admission is free for Embry-Riddle students with Eagle Card and for children 5 and under. Admission is $3 for Embry-Riddle alumni with Alumni I.D. Card, non-Embry-Riddle students with college I.D., military with I.D., senior citizens over 55, and children 6 and older. Admission is $5 for all others. Tickets may be purchased in the ICI Center lobby. Contact: (386) 323-5000.

EagleNight Alumni Celebration. 8-11 p.m., Crotty Tennis Complex, Embry-Riddle. Alumni and friends are invited to attend this outdoor reception after the men’s basketball game. Alumni should RSVP on eaglesNEST at www.eraualumni.org; all others should RSVP at irene.montgomery@erau.edu or (386) 226-7663.

Sunday, Nov. 8

Alumni Awards Brunch. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., College of Aviation Atrium, Embry-Riddle. This alumni-only event recognizes those who have gone above and beyond. Alumni should RSVP at michele.berg@erau.edu or (386) 323-8025.

Fly-In Departures. Alumni who flew their own aircraft to campus will leave for home by noon from the Embry-Riddle Flight Line. Contact: (386) 226-6155.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the world's largest, fully accredited university specializing in aviation and aerospace, offers more than 30 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in its colleges of Arts and Sciences, Aviation, Business, and Engineering. Embry-Riddle educates students at residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Fla., and Prescott, Ariz., through the Worldwide Campus at more than 130 campus centers in the United States, Europe, Canada, and the Middle East, and through online learning. For more information, visit www.embryriddle.edu.