Students work behind the scenes at Homecoming

By Heather Howell

     With the cold comes more than just football. On the NSU campus Homecoming brings royalty, food and fun. These are all things everyone sees. What lies behind the scenes is where the real action is. 

     “I designed the paint the town green poster,” said Anita Boston, Orangevale Calif. senior, member of Kappa Phi.

     Homecoming is a week-long event that encompasses more than meets the eye. The people behind these events are masterminds of organization, timing and enjoyment. The people who make all these things possible are not just one group or affiliation, but a campus-wide effort. 

     Victoria Southard, Tulsa senior, works tirelessly on her degree studies while also maintaining order for her organization and the things they do to make events fun. 

     “I am the president of Kappa Phi. It is my responsibility to make sure things run smoothly and without problems,” said Southard. “I make sure everything is planned for the events we participate in. This year we are working with Sigma Theta Epsilon. There has to be leadership to keep everyone in line.” 

     Aside from keeping everyone in line, the assorted fraternities and sororities help organize and build the floats for the parade held Oct. 9 at 10 a.m. 

     According to the NSU website, the annual Homecoming Parade promotes school spirit and highlights the best of NSU campus life, past and present.

    “Every Greek organization makes a float and each is paired with a fraternity. We are working with the Lambda Chi Alphas,” said Brooke Murdock, Tulsa junior, of the Delta Zeta sorority. “Day one is a tailgate party and I think there is a chili cook off. We are putting together a secret recipe for the competition.” 

     The street party features multiple events from the chili cook off to children’s games. The chili cook off has lots of entrants with unique recipes from the organizations and individuals. 

     “We all got to communicate to know how to work together for events for Homecoming or any other night. Communication is key to all relationships,” said Southard.