The contest has grown from a dozen to over 40 offices participating each year. The offices decorate according to the each year’s theme. Below is information on how to participate.

Prizes:

• The winning office will enjoy a $250 catered University Dining breakfast/lunch party courtesy of the University Advancement division.

• Second place receives a free pizza party.

Registration (Due: Monday, September 30 at 4:00 PM)

2024 Theme: Mavericks Endgame

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Registration info needed: Office Name, Address, and Phone. Contact Person Name, Email, Phone Number.

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Judging:

Judging will take place Thursday, October 3, at 1pm.

You will receive an email the day before stating your designated timeslot 

Registration info needed: Office Name, Address, and Phone. Contact Person Name, Email, Phone Number.

Guidelines:

• All decorations must be inside or attached to your office. 

• The following items are not allowed
  • Latex Balloons
• Please only use Blue Painters Tape
• Do not use furniture, plants, or other items from hallways in the decoration

Previous Years Albums

• 2023 Photos 
• 2022 Photos
• 2021 Photos
• 2019 Photos
• 2018 Photos
• 2017 Photos

Clues available at:

Clue #1 

 When the battle’s won, the crowd will cheer,
For the Maverick spirit, strong and clear.
This medallion, earned through grit and fame,
Is the ultimate prize in the Endgame.  

Clue #2

 Round and shiny, held with pride,
A symbol of the winning side.
At Homecoming, it’s sought and found,
This special prize, so smooth and round. 

Clue #3

Given to those who lead the cheer,
A mark of honor every year.
It catches light and fans will shout,
When you’ve earned this, there is no doubt.

Clu#4

 With the Maverick herd, you lead the way,
This medal proves you’ve won the day.
At Minnesota State (MSU), it shows you’ve soared,
A symbol of the spirit roared.  

Cule #5

In your hand, it tells the tale,
Of Mankato’s Mavericks who prevail.
Purple and gold, it gleams so bright,
A shining symbol of the Maverick fight.

CSU MAV Ave

Student Events Team Instagram

Rules

• The medallion is NOT located in any buildings.
• The medallion is NOT located in any construction areas.
• The medallion is NOT located somewhere on campus that you couldn't normally get to.
• NO digging or climbing will be necessary to find the medallion.
• Open to Minnesota State University, Mankato students only.
• The medallion is not hidden in the Amos Owen Garden of American Indian Horticulture. Please do not dig in the garden.

Prize Package

The finder of the medallion hunt will be awarded TBD

Note: If a group of multiple students find the medallion, neither the Student Activities Office nor the Student Events Team Homecoming Committee is responsible for how the “Ultimate Fan Package” is divided between winners.

2024 Homecoming Theme: Mavericks Endgame

Previous Themes

2023: Mavericks In Paradise
2022: Mavericks Go to Hollywood
2021: Maverick State Fair
2020: Boots Down - Horns Up
2019: Land of 60,000 Mavericks
2018: Stomping Through the Decades
2017: Mavericks United
2016: Going For Gold
2015: Forever Purple and Gold
2014: The Best One Yet
2013: Paint the Town

When lit, the bonfire stands 25 feet tall and is made up of 250+ pallets of wood. This intense project was initiated in 2014 with the help of a student-ran organization of Construction Management students and the leadership of Homecoming co-chair, David Scheiler.  Each year different representatives from the university are privileged enough to light the bonfire. Homecoming Royalty Dustin Slaughter stated that, “it was truly a unique and incredible experience to light the bonfire.  I feel honored to have been given the opportunity to do so, and I’ll never forget it; especially the moment when the stack of pallets fell over on fire!” 

Prior to the bonfire, the Homecoming committee plan a variety activities as patrons arrive. Activities in the past have included inflatables, a laser light show, DJ battle with the Maverick machine, and photo booths. Each year a variety of sponsors have provided food samples and other activities.

The bonfire takes place in the same location each year behind Blakeslee Stadium. The evening is capped off with a 10 minute fireworks show featuring more than 2400 shells behind the Maverick Midway. This event will be free to both students and public. Parking will be available in Lot 20 for individuals interested in attending this event. 

Some guidelines to follow each year including the following. There will be no outside food or beverage.  Minnesota State University, Mankato is an alcohol, other drugs, and tobacco-free campus.  Use of substances will result in removal from this event.  To ensure safety and security, the Mankato Fire Department will available for the entire duration of this event.

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All Homecoming events are planned by a student-led organization known as the Student Events Team. Student Events Team, is a student-led organization that produces fun, interactive, educational events where students make lifelong memories and celebrate their Maverick pride.

If students are interested in joining the team or helping to plan or volunteer during the week of Homecoming, Student Events Team meets every Tuesday at 4pm, in CSU 245.  If you want to help plan Homecoming specifically, committee meetings will be held every Thursday at 4pm in CSU 173.

Annual tradition of dancing, music, and costumes.