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Homecoming 2008 Photo Gallery

The 2008 Homecoming Dinner and Awards Ceremony honored the legacies and accomplishments of a select group of graduates, faculty and staff.

The 2008 Homecoming Dinner and Awards Ceremony honored the legacies and accomplishments of a select group of graduates, faculty and staff.

University President Michael Nietzel and Alumni Association President Jeremiah Mee present Dr. Robert Trewatha with the Award of Appreciation.
University President Michael Nietzel and Alumni Association President Jeremiah Mee present Dr. Robert Trewatha with the Award of Appreciation.
Homecoming Honorees included Dr. Robert Trewatha, Award of Appreciation; Kelli Wolf Moles, Outstanding Young Alumni Award; William L. Rowe, Lifetime Achievement Award; Mary Asher Tearney, Outstanding Alumni Award; Dr. Donal J. Stanton, Award of Appreciati
Homecoming Honorees included Dr. Robert Trewatha, Award of Appreciation; Kelli Wolf Moles, Outstanding Young Alumni Award; William L. Rowe, Lifetime Achievement Award; Mary Asher Tearney, Outstanding Alumni Award; Dr. Donal J. Stanton, Award of Appreciation.
Members of Missouri State’s Concert Chorale provided the special entertainment for the Homecoming Dinner and Awards Ceremony.
Members of Missouri State’s Concert Chorale provided the special entertainment for the Homecoming Dinner and Awards Ceremony.
 Alumni who graduated 50 years or more ago were invited to attend the Gold Bears Reunion Luncheon, which included special recognition for the classes of 1948 and 1958.

Alumni who graduated 50 years or more ago were invited to attend the Golden Bears Reunion Luncheon, which included special recognition for the classes of 1948 and 1958.

Guests at the Golden Bears Reunion Luncheon shared laughter and stories with friends.
Guests at the Golden Bears Reunion Luncheon shared laughter and stories with friends.
A Golden Anniversary celebration for the Class of 1958 was held October 10.
A Golden Anniversary celebration for the Class of 1958 was held October 10 at the Kentwood Hall Crystal Room.
The Class of 1958 Reunion Luncheon offered alumni an opportunity to reconnect with old friends.
The Class of 1958 Reunion Luncheon offered alumni an opportunity to reconnect with old friends.
The Missouri State Pride Band didn’t miss a beat as they marched in the 2008 Homecoming Parade.
The Missouri State Pride Band didn’t miss a beat as they marched in the 2008 Homecoming Parade.
A celebration with a purpose, the Homecoming parade is a Missouri State ritual.
A celebration with a purpose, the Homecoming parade is a Missouri State ritual.
Paramount Parade was a traditional display of Bear Pride by members of both the campus and local community.
Missouri State's Homecoming parade was a traditional display of Bear Pride by members of both the campus and local community.
Paramount Parade welcomed alumni, friends and the local community back to campus for a fun-filled weekend.
The Homecoming parade welcomed alumni, friends and the local community back to campus for a fun-filled weekend.
Crowds gathered early to hear the spirited music of the parade bands and watch the colorful floats.
Crowds gathered early to hear the spirited music of the parade bands and watch the colorful floats.
Paramount Parade, a timeless Missouri State tradition, included bands, floats, royalty and more.
The Homecoming parade, a timeless Missouri State tradition, included bands, floats, royalty and more.
Parade floats reflected the 2008 Homecoming theme- Becoming Legends, Living the Legacy.
Parade floats reflected the 2008 Homecoming theme- Becoming Legends, Living the Legacy.
 With music, unique floats, Homecoming royalty and fun for the kids, Paramount Parade boasted something for everyone.
With music, unique floats, Homecoming royalty and fun for the kids, the Homecoming parade boasted something for everyone.
BearFest Village provides the ultimate tailgating experience with food, games and activities.
BearFest Village provides the ultimate tailgating experience with food, games and activities.
 Free and open to the public, BearFest Village offers pre-game musical entertainment and much more.
Free and open to the public, BearFest Village offers pre-game musical entertainment and much more.
BearFest Village offered fun for Bears fans of all ages.
BearFest Village offered fun for Bears fans of all ages.
 Bears fans got their game face on at BearFest Village prior to the Homecoming game.
Bears fans got their game face on at BearFest Village prior to the Homecoming game.
The Missouri State Bears took on the Youngstown State Penguins Oct. 11 at Plaster Sports Complex.
The Missouri State Bears took on the Youngstown State Penguins October 11 at Plaster Sports Complex.
Strength, determination and outlasting spirit set the tone for the 2008 Homecoming game.
Strength, determination and outlasting spirit set the tone for the 2008 Homecoming game.
Bears fans cheer their team on to victory.
Bears fans cheer their team on to victory.
The Bears won a 42-28 victory over the Youngstown State Penguins.
The Bears won a 42-28 victory over the Youngstown State Penguins.
Maroon Madness members show their pride at the 2008 Homecoming football game.
Maroon Madness members show their pride at the 2008 Homecoming football game.
As part of a long-standing tradition, Homecoming royalty are crowned at halftime. The 2008 Homecoming King and Queen are Brandon Alexander and Ashley Secoy.
As part of a long-standing tradition, Homecoming royalty are crowned at halftime. The 2008 Homecoming King and Queen are Sam Skibbe and Hannah Boehm.