Homecoming 2013 Student Director

JACKSONVILLE, IL (05/31/2013)(readMedia)-- Each year, a student is selected to be the Student Director of the Homecoming Committee. As Student Director, this individual has many different jobs which include working with Illinois College students, faculty, staff, and alumni, overseeing the entire week of events during Homecoming, as well as overseeing and working closely with the Homecoming chairs to plan and execute their events.

For Homecoming 2013, the Student Director is Leslieann Harris of Chicago Heights, a graduate of Bloom High School. 

Homecoming is a special time of year on the Illinois College campus when we come together as a community to show our pride and support in being a Blueboy/Lady Blue. This week provides an opportunity for students, faculty, staff and alumni to enjoy celebrations, competitions and many other activities which include a formal dance, a parade, a talent competition, a pep rally, spirited decorations, and intense powder puff football matches between the Illinois College class years. Additionally, the week provides many leadership development opportunities for students involved in the planning and implementation of so many exciting activities.

Founded in 1829, Illinois College is a residential liberal arts college fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success.