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
- Submission deadline February 11 at 11:59 p.m.
- Submit Door Decorating Content
Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest
- Students and Student Orgs ONLY
- Deadline to register is January 31
- View registration, contest rules and additional information
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
- Presidential Plaza
- 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Department table registration
The Bonfire
- SAC Big Deal Hill
- 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Alumni: Lakeside Chat With President Lewis (Virtual)
- 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
- Register for chat with President Lewis
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
- 3 p.m.
- Laker Bundle (transportation, t-shirt, game ticket)
- CSU Students $25
- Non-CSU Students $35
- Purchase tickets for 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
- SAC Ballroom
- 7 p.m.
- CSU Students FREE
- Non-CSU Students $7
- Purchase tickets for 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