On Campus - Thursday, November 20, 2008 13:50 - 0 Comments

NYU Homecoming an Excellent Source of School Spirit, Dance Fever

Tired of NYU’s lack of campus community? Homecoming might be the spirited solution. Founded in 2006 by Lyle Matthew Kan, Homecoming transformed from a one night carnival to a full week of events from a Poker Tournament to an Alumni-Student Sunday Brunch.

In the past, Homecoming has faced some criticism. For one, the event used to exist solely as part of Fraternity and Sorority Life. According to the committee’s Office of Student Activities Advisor, Myoung Marquez, this year is the first year that they have applied to become an OSA Theme Week. In addition, Many students frequently argue that NYU isn’t suited for a homecoming celebration. “I get asked how we can have a homecoming with a football team a lot,” says Cara Jean Gourley, one of the week’s Co-Chairs. “It’s not about asking Alumni for more money. It’s not about having a sports team. It’s about having events where students can come out and meet other students.” Continue…