Homecoming

 

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GO CATS!

Homecoming is an annual week long series of events held on the beautiful main campus of 甜瓜视频app in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Events are held throughout campus all week long culminating with the Homecoming Football game and announcing of the winners of the Homecoming Contests. From a carnival on the Central Plaza, to the Homecoming Parade in Sylva and the football game at in E.J. Whitmire Stadium, nothing says "fall" like homecoming in Cullowhee! Explore the events below.

 

 

Annual Homecoming Traditions

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Annual Carnival

Every year, WCU hosts an annual carnival to kick off the start of Homecoming, a staple for our Catamounts, Staff, Faculty, and community. Join in the fun, complete with rides, carnival games, and fair food!
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Homecoming Parade

Celebrate homecoming with us as WCU parades through Downtown Sylva on Friday night!
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Alumni Parade Party

Kick off Homecoming weekend at the Alumni Parade Party! Downtown Sylva transforms into a vibrant Catamount celebration with live music across multiple venues, a sea of purple and gold, and the lively energy that only Homecoming can bring. More info to come!

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Homecoming Tailgate

Students, alumni, and community are all welcome!
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Football Game

Your 甜瓜视频app Catamounts will hit the field again for this years' Homecoming Football Game. Show your purple pride in E.J Whitmire Stadium and come cheer on your Catamounts.

Catamount Nobility

Our Homecoming Nobility are outstanding students, both academically and in the community, and exemplify what it means to be a Catamount. The Catamount Nobility winner and runner-up are announced at halftime during the homecoming football game.

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