Oklahoma City University is rolling out the red carpet for alumni, students, and the local community during its upcoming homecoming celebration Nov. 10-14. Centered around the theme “The One Where They Had Homecoming,” this year’s festivities draw inspiration from the hit television show “Friends” and the energy of New York City.
OCU is welcoming the public to join the excitement with a lineup of events that are free to the community, including:
- 1 p.m. Nov. 12 – Legacy Speaker Isaiah Bailey
The OCU alumnus and Broadway superstar is back in the city as the leading role in the touring production of “Phantom of the Opera.” Bailey will give a presentation about his illustrious career during this special guest appearance in the Bishop W. Angie Smith Chapel on campus.
- 11 a.m. Nov. 14 – Homecoming parade
Watch the festive procession travel around the perimeter of the OCU campus, led by parade marshal Bailey and featuring creative floats and school spirit.
- 12:30 p.m. Nov. 14 – Pregame tailgate celebration
Gather inside the Freede Wellness and Activity Center for food, entertainment, activities and community connection before the big game, including free food and OCU Homecoming T-shirts.
- 2 p.m. Nov. 14 – OCU Stars women’s basketball game
Cheer on the Stars as they face off against Haskell Indian Nations University.
- 5 p.m. Nov. 14 – OCU LipSync Student Competition
Join us for a music event like you have never experienced at the 42nd annual LipSync Competition at the Freede Center.
Bringing the ambiance of the city that never sleeps to Oklahoma City, this year’s homecoming theme and LipSync performances incorporate Times Square lights, Broadway marquees, the NYC skyline, yellow cabs, subway signs and street art. New York is a place where millions of stories intersect, and OCU’s homecoming serves as a reminder that everyone has a place on campus and a story to tell.
The Freede Center is located at 1798 NW 27th St. To learn more about homecoming events, please visit okcu.edu/homecoming.
