Homecoming Committee Descriptions
Alumni Relations Committee: The Alumni Relations Committee works closely with the Penn State Alumni Association. They look to build and maintain the relationship between the Homecoming Executive Committee and Penn State alumni through various events and initiatives.
Competition Committee: The Competition Committee is responsible for coordinating the registration of student organizations and scoring/judging for all competition events. They continue to develop the spirit point system for all Homecoming events. All aspects of Homecoming pertaining to competition fall within this committee.
Corporate Relations Committee: The Corporate Relations Committee is responsible for securing all donations, both in-kind and monetary, per request of the Executive Committee. They will work to develop positive relationships will all sponsors and ensure that they receive the appropriate entitled benefits.
Distribution Management Committee: The Distribution Management Committee is responsible for managing the logistics across committees. This includes supply inventory, unrestricted cash management, and the coordination of specific sponsor support. This committee works very closely with the Finance and Corporate Relations committees to manage all Homecoming resources.
Finance Committee: The Finance Committee works to prepare Homecoming’s operating budget for submission the University Park Allocation Committee and they manage all transactions related to Homecoming’s Associated Student Activities account. This committee assists the Finance Director in maintaining an accurate budget too. They are also responsible for planning and coordinating all fundraising events, which include, but are not limited to, the 5K, Five Guys, Spikes Concessions, and Coldstone Creamery. This committee works closely with the Corporate Relations and Distribution Management committees throughout the year.
Merchandise Committee: The Merchandise Committee coordinates and operates all merchandise ordering and sales for the general public both on campus and at Homecoming events. They are responsible for maintaining the inventory of all merchandise and documenting the gear that has been purchased throughout the year. This committee is also encouraged to explore new ways to market and sell Homecoming Merchandise and increase brand pervasiveness.
OPPerations Committee: The OPPerations Committee works to acquire, set up, manage, and tear down all equipment during Homecoming events. They are responsible for coordinating the use and operation of the rental truck and vehicles during Homecoming week. Together they work with each director to ensure their event is running smoothly from an OPPerations standpoint. This committee plays an integral role in taking care of the logistics for all Homecoming events.
Organization Relations Committee: The Organization Relations Committee will be in charge of all communication between Homecoming and the competing organizations. They will also work to recruit new organizations and remain as an available resource for all Homecoming information. This committee will coordinate the For the Glory Talent Show
Parade Committee: The Parade Committee is responsible for everything related to the Homecoming Parade. They will coordinate the participation of student organizations, alumni groups, and community representatives in the parade and assist in the set up of the staging grounds and parade route. This committee will also assist in the distribution and collection of equipment and flatbeds, as well as float inspection. They will coordinate Recycle Your Float with the We Are Campaign.
Pride Events Committee: The Pride Events Committee is responsible for planning major events such as Past to Present, Best of Penn State Carnival and Field Day, and the Pep Rally. These events are geared toward bringing out the pride in the Penn State community and teaching them about important historical traditions that bind all Nittany Lions together.
Production Committee:The Production Committee is responsible for developing and producing creative videos for use as promotion tools and to enhance events. This committee will work closely with Technology and Public Relations to ensure that all videos can be promoted to the rest of the community. The committee will also secure and coordinate the Homecoming DJ and the Homecoming emcees.
Public Relations Committee: The Public Relations Committee is responsible for all publicity of Homecoming events and acts as the liaison between the press and the Executive Committee. They work to design promotional materials, which includes, but is not limited to, advertisements, flyers, and posters. This committee is also responsible for planning the Homecoming Spikes Game, Homecoming Blood Drive, and Homecoming Spirit Days.
Royalty Committee: The Royalty Committee is responsible for coordinating the selection of the Homecoming Student and Faculty Courts. They will arrange interviews for semifinalists and a student panel for the Faculty Court selection. These individuals will develop creative ways to advertise the voting of the King and Queen and increase involvement of both Courts throughout Homecoming week. They will also work to plan the Court Reception.
Security Committee: The Security Committee looks to provide security for any Homecoming event per request of the Executive Committee. They work to patrol and clean up the parade route along with the student committee members. This committee will work closely with the OPPerations committee throughout the year.
Technology Committee: The Technology Committee continue to develop the Homecoming website and manages the Homecoming Online Organizational Database (HOOD). They are responsible for documenting Homecoming events through multi-media and assisting other committees with their technology needs.
University Relations Committee: The University Relations Committee works to recruit new student organizations and new students and encourage their participation in Homecoming events. They are also responsible for coordinating East Halls Celebration and the Dance Competition. This committee acts as a liaison between different University departments and the Council of Commonwealth Student Governments.