Campus Community Spirit
Homecoming Traditions Unite Students and Communities Across Campuses in Pennsylvania
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Homecoming celebrations are bringing students, alumni and local residents together through community-centered events and school spirit. Penn State’s week includes concerts, games, a carnival, student performances and activities featuring local businesses, while Phoenixville’s festivities invite residents to participate in Purple Pride challenges, attend events and share photos through a mobile app; another community is marking 65 years of homecoming tradition.
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Penn State’s Allen Street Jam runs from 3 to 7 p.m. and includes free games, caricatures, a film featuring the Nittany Lion, food from local businesses, and live dance and music performances.
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Penn State students can compete at Schwab Auditorium in a talent showcase, with the winner receiving a solo stage performance during THON Weekend.
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The Best of Penn State Carnival is scheduled for noon to 5 p.m. on the HUB Robeson Center lawn, featuring student-organization booths and carnival attractions.
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Phoenixville’s Homecoming Week is set for Sept. 28 through Oct. 3, with participants using the PASD GooseChase link to select missions and upload photos or responses directly from their phones.
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The Phoenixville GooseChase missions are designed to involve residents beyond event attendance, including spirit challenges and showing Purple Pride around the community.
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