Participate – Penn State Homecoming

Participate in Homecoming

Penn State Homecoming offers various ways for students and organizations to participate in our events throughout the year! Whether you’re interested in volunteering, competing, or just being involved, there’s something for everyone to contribute to the excitement of Homecoming!

Ways to Participate

Volunteers

Are you passionate about giving back to your community and being part of something bigger than yourself? Join us as a volunteer for Penn State Homecoming! Volunteers play a critical role in making Homecoming events memorable!

Organizations

Is your organization looking for opportunities to showcase its talent and engage with the Penn State community? Participate in Homecoming events as an organization and leave a lasting impression on attendees. Learn how your organization can get involve and make a difference during Homecoming!

Next Steps

Are you ready to take the next step in participating in Penn State Homecoming? Whether you’re registering your organization, applying to compete, or submitting parade registration, find everything you need to get started below!

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Court Relations

Events Captains (2)

The Events Captain is responsible for planning events in celebration of the selection of the 2026 Homecoming Court. This includes Court Reception, Court Workshop, and Court Crashes. They also communicate with the Alumni Association and Staff at the Hintz Center to prepare for these events. This captain will lead initiatives and conversations throughout the year to bring up common Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion issues, and is responsible for taking meeting minutes and fostering morale and bonding within the committee.

Student Court Captains (1-2)

The Student Court Captain(s) coordinates all efforts involving the Homecoming 2026 Student Court. This includes communicating with the past court and involving them in Spring events for Homecoming. These Captains are also responsible for the nomination, application, voting, and selection of the Student Court for Homecoming 2026. This also involves assisting in the coordination of the Faculty Panel and ensuring the appearance of the Homecoming Student Court at events throughout Homecoming Week.

University Court Captain (1)

The University Court Captain is involved in the coordination of all things surrounding the University Court of Homecoming 2026. This includes the nomination and selection of the Court as well as the appearance of the Court at events throughout Homecoming Week. This captain will also work with the Graduate Court Captain to select a Student Panel.

Graduate and Professional School Court Captain (1)

The Graduate and Professional School Court Captain is in charge of the coordination of all things surrounding the Graduate Court for Homecoming 2026. This includes the nomination and selection of the Court as well as the appearance of the court at events throughout Homecoming Week. This will include outreach efforts to different graduate organizations to make them aware of nominations. This captain will also work with the University Court Captain to select a Student Panel.