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Get ready for Homecoming 2024

Let the countdown begin! Our annual Homecoming is an exciting time at Clayton State University. Homecoming is all about spirit, pride, and connecting with your alma mater. And there is no better time to be a part of #LakerNation.

Homecoming Event Schedule

February 11 - 17

Spirit Like-a-Laker

Residential Students and Departments Door Decorating Contest

Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest

Care Like-a-Laker

Young Alumni Council and Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity

  • Toiletry and Games Donation Drive for Lake City Nursing and Rehab Center
  • February 1 – February 17
  • Collection boxes located in the University Center, Edgewater Hall, CSU East, SAC, Laker Hall, Laker Village and at the Young Alumni Council table at the Homecoming Tailgate

Student Affairs Laker Care Pantry

  • Non-perishables Donation Drive
  • February 11 – February 17
  • Collection boxes located in the University Center Commons

Sunday, February 11

Watch it Like-a-Laker

Super Sunday Watch Party

  • Laker Village Clubhouse and Laker Hall Multipurpose Room
  • 6 p.m.
  • Open to all Clayton State students

Monday, February 12

Kick it Like-a-Laker

The Kick-off

The Bonfire

  • SAC Big Deal Hill
  • 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Alumni: Lakeside Chat With President Lewis (Virtual)

The Block Party

  • MOVED to SAC Tennis Courts
  • 8 p.m.

Tuesday, February 13

Flex Like-a-Laker

Market Day

  • Presidential Plaza
  • 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Interested Vendors registration

Student Choice Awards

  • SAC Ballroom
  • 7 p.m.

Wednesday, February 14

Love Like-a-Laker

Laker Spirit Rally and Team Send-off with The SWAMP

  • The Loch (Athletic Center)
  • 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Its All Love with Public Safety

  • Valentine’s Giveaway
  • Lakeside Dining Hall
  • 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.

Lakers Basketball Bus Trip to Columbus State

Thursday, February 15

Fired-up Like-a-Laker

Code Orange Fried Chicken Thursday

  • Lakeside Dining
  • 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • *Wear your ORANGE and show your Laker Pride

Faculty/Staff Basketball Game

  • The Loch
  • 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Homecoming Comedy Show

Friday, February 16

Show-out Like-a-Laker

Open Mic

  • University Center Commons
  • 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

The Blackout Party

  • Student Activities Center Ballroom
  • 10 p.m. – 1 a.m.
  • CSU Students FREE
  • Only currently enrolled student, Laker ID required
  • The previously scheduled Step Show has been cancelled. Pre-sold tickets will be refunded.

Saturday, February 17

Act Like-a-Laker

Homecoming Tailgate

  • Morrow Station
  • 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • All tailgate spots are full!

Homecoming Basketball Games

  • The Loch (Athletic Center)
  • Women’s 3 p.m.
  • Men’s 5 p.m.

Spivey Hall Concert Honoring President Dr. Georj Lewis

  • Grammy Award Winner for Best Jazz Vocal Album
  • Cécile McLorin Salvant, jazz vocals with Sullivan Fortner, piano
  • Spivey Hall 7:30pm
  • Purchase Tickets