Allen University, Homecoming 2016 - Building on a Proud Tradition
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Posted By: Reginald Claremont on October 20, 2016 Please join the Allen University (AU) family as it welcomes back alumni, students, friends and well-wishers alike, for Homecoming 2016. The AU Homecoming experience stands out as the greatest Blue and Gold celebration on the annual AU calendar. This year's festivities will kick off on Sunday, November 6th, with the AU’s Gospel Explosion Concert at 5:00 p.m. This concert will highlight the talent of the AU Voices of Praise Gospel Choir and local HBCU and community-based choirs. Homecoming 2016 will conclude with NAIA/AII Conference Championship Yellow Jackets Women and Men’s Basketball games on Saturday at 4:00 and 6:00 p.m., respectively will be held in the John Hurst Gymnatorium 1517 Pine Street, Columbia S.C. 20204. The AU Homecoming 2016 theme is “Building on a Proud Tradition.” Allen University was founded on a rich history of pride, perseverance and progression. Today, Allen University moves forward with its guiding legacy. Allen University faculty, staff, students and alumni continue to make a lasting impact on communities across the country. To learn more about AU Homecoming 2016 please visit our website at: www.allenuniversity.edu Below are highlights of the Homecoming 2016 activities and we look forward to you joining us! Allen University Gospel Explosion (11.6.16) SGA Cookout (11.7.16) C.A.R.S Yellow Jacket Pep Rally (11.8.16) Neo Soul Night (11.8.16) Allen University BET Awards (11.9.16) Miss Allen University Coronation (11.10.16) Miss Allen After-Ball (11.10.16) Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet (11.11.16) Tailgating (11.12.16) Kids Zone (11.12.16) For more information, please contact Allen University Allen University is a private, coeducational institution located in Columbia, South Carolina. It is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate degrees. To learn more about Allen University, please visit www.AllenUniversity.edu. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Reginald Claremont
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