Kent State University students pose with the university
mascot Flash, while enjoying the Homecoming celebration.

Celebrate Homecoming and enjoy a fun-filled weekend of events, including the Bowman Cup 5K Race, Homecoming Parade and football game against the Miami RedHawks. This year's Homecoming will feature Kent State alumnus and Super Bowl champion Julian Edelman as the Parade Grand Marshal.

Hang out with family and friends before the football game at the new Tailgate Party at Dix Stadium featuring live music by Tricky Dick & the Cover-Ups. A great event for any Golden Flash, the gathering will feature a food truck, face painting area, games and a chance to win prizes. The Tailgate Party begins at 1 p.m. followed by the Homecoming game at 3:30 p.m. at Dix Stadium (west side).

Other highlights of the day include open houses at the May 4 Visitors Center; new Center for Visual Arts; the Student Recreation and Wellness Center; College of Education, Health and Human Services; College of Nursing; and tours of downtown aboard Lolly the Trolley, a Flash Photo Zone and a faculty lecture on the “Flapper Fashions of the 1920s.”

For a full event listing, visit www.ksualumni.org/homecoming. Join the conversation online by using #KentHC.