Building Marauder Spirts Through Events
Sports are a cornerstone of the student experience, providing a platform for social interaction, personal development, and the establishment of enduring connections within the university community.
My plan to increase campus life around athletics is to increase the entertainment value of the games.
Before the games, there would be a carnival fair, food truck and beer garden.
During the games, there would be a performance by the McMaster Marching Band and cheerleaders, a half-time show and a swag giveaway.
After the games, there would be a sanctioned party on campus with concerts/shows all day (it will be FIRE!)
Alumni would be invited to watch the games, tour the campus, and attend networking events with current MAC students.
Clubs and societies will be encouraged to host events, and additional funding might be provided to help financially.
The whole week will be dedicated to Student’s Week, with events and shows running daily.
Food Truck and Beer Garden
Homecoming & Student’s Week
Concert/Shows
Alumni Reunion & Connection
For more information on the plan, please see the following links. These are successful athletic events hosted by other Student Unions, and I hope to incorporate them.
Michigan State University: https://statenews.com/article/2023/09/here-is-whats-happening-during-msus-homecoming-week?ct=content_open&cv=cbox_latest
Queen’s University: https://www.queensu.ca/alumni/sites/default/files/img/Homecoming/ADV-Event-HoCo23-Guide-WEB.pdf
This is MAC in 2016: https://dailynews.mcmaster.ca/articles/your-best-homecoming-2016-moments/
Half-Time Show