Mitakihara Homecoming 2071: That 70's Homecoming
By Enju Aihara
The Daily Magi
September 28, 2071
Homecoming Week has been a tradition at Mitakihara University for six decades, with the first edition taking place in 2011. Now, the University is proud to host the 61st edition of its fall showpiece event. This year's theme is "That 70's Homecoming." The Homecoming Chair this year is Saki Komura, a freshman English major from Tokyo, Japan and the fiancee of freshman left end Kazuki S. Biyik.
"I read about the 1970s from the numerous archives at Aoi Yuuki Library," said Komura at a promotional event at Madoka Square. "The 1970's were a turbulent time for the world, but the fashion and social trends during that era were very progressive and lot of the styles of that era are part of the current era here. It was so fascinating to check out everything that went on a century ago.
"This year, we're celebrating the 1970s by going with the theme of that era. We're encouraging students, fans and alumni to embrace a little nostalgia this year so that we kick off the 2070s in style. This is also the first time in a decade that we're hosting the Homecoming Game at Mitakihara Stadium, since the Sakura Bowl is going through expansion and cannot be used. It's nice to do a little rewind times too at this event because it shows you that we do have a long history here at Mitakihara University. Even better...the Homecoming Game is held on the university's birthday!"
A number of other events will also take place leading up to the Homecoming Game against the Oklahoma Sooners on October 3, 2071 at 12:30 p.m. PT/3:30 p.m. ET. The game will be televised globally in English, French and Japanese by Radio Madoka in HDTV and on mobile via the Madoka Online app.
The Schedule is as follows:
(all times in PT)
Tuesday, September 29
8:00 a.m. - Morning Prayers to Madoka - Madoka Cathedral Chapel
Speaker: Archbishop Ronald Dean Clegg
Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Vancouver
12 p.m. - Homecoming Registration Opens - Kaname Hall (Administration Building)
Registered participants must check in here for their Passport and vouchers for the Saturday Homecoming Barbecue at Mitakihara Stadium Parking Lot.
All Day - Museums: Spend the afternoon visiting one of the Mitakihara Museums. Admission is free with your Homecoming Passport.
* Nissin Museum of Ramen, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
* Hayao Miyazaki Museum of Art 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., miyazaki.madoka.ca
* Mitakihara Museum of Puella Magi, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
-Museums open all day Wednesday, Thursday Friday and Saturday
Madoka Garden: Find your peace of mind visiting the Madoka Garden, located next to the Madoka Cathedral Chapel. Admission is free with your Homecoming Passport. Open 6 a.m. to sunset, all week.
Libraries: Admission is free at the following locations with your Homecoming Passport:
* Yuuki Library, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
* Saito Library 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Special Exhibit at Saito Library: A History Of The 1970s.
For more information, please visit the Saito Library website.
Libraries open all day Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
1 p.m. Classes: Participants are invited to sit in on a variety of undergraduate classes:
Classes TBA, see University Web Site
2 p.m. and 3 p.m. - Mizuhashi Library Tours
Take a guided tour of the Mizuhashi Library at the Mitakihara School of Graduate Studies. Tours will meet at the reception area inside the front door and will leave at 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Space on each tour is limited.
3 p.m. - Open band practice
Mitakihara Director of Bands, Dr. Francine Tremblay, holds a special band practice with members of the Marching Ultimates, the university's marching band.
3:30 p.m. Campus tours led by The Homulilly Society/La Societe Homulille
The Homulilly Society/La Societe Homulille is the premiere student-run organization that is dedicated to serving the Mitakihara University community and is owned and operated by the Mitakihara Associated Students. Tours are conducted in English, French and Japanese.
1. Mitakihara General Tour
2. Beyond The Campus: A Tour of Madoka Square, The Dorms and More
3. Touring the Madoka Garden: Something for Everybody
(also will take place on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday)
4:30 p.m. Campus tours led by The Homulilly Society/La Societe Homulille
1. Mitakihara Athletic Facilities
2. Madoka Architecture: Always Bold, Always Beautiful - The Legacy
3. Madoka Garden Tea Ceremony (refreshments provided)
(also will take place on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday)
5 p.m. - Nonaka House Association's Harley Davidson Postmeridie Lecture and Award
Honoring the descendants of British Columbia Vietnam War veterans. Accepting the award: Ernest Frazier, President of Vietnam Veterans in Canada
Presentation of Award, Hozuki Ferrari, Vice-Chancellor of Mitakihara University, Tsukino Centre (Doors open at 4:30.)
Wednesday, September 30
9 a.m.- 3 p.m. - Homecoming Registration - Kaname Hall (Administration Building)
Registered participants must check in here for their Passport and vouchers for the Saturday Homecoming Barbecue at Mitakihara Stadium Parking Lot.
5 p.m. - Mitakihara University Glee Club Concert
Tickets required: $60 for adults, $45 for students and $35 for seniors. Tickets can be purchased directly through the Mitakihara Box Office by phone at (250) 4MADOKA or online at the box office website.
Thursday, October 1
9 a.m.- 3 p.m. - Homecoming Registration - Kaname Hall (Administration Building)
Registered participants must check in here for their Passport and vouchers for the Saturday Homecoming Barbecue at Mitakihara Stadium Parking Lot
5 p.m. - Men's Water Polo vs. Long Beach State
The Amagami Campus Pool
7 p.m. - Mitakihara University Rugby vs. Korea Men's National Team
Battle for the Arrow Of Light, Sakura Bowl Stadium. Tickets required: $70 for adults, $50 for students and $30 for seniors. Tickets can be purchased directly through the Mitakihara Box Office by phone at (250) 4MADOKA or online at the box office website.
7 p.m. - Battle of the Bands, Tsukino Centre
Tickets required: $70 for adults, $50 for students and $35 for seniors. Tickets can be purchased directly through the Mitakihara Box Office by phone at (250) 4MADOKA or online at the box office website.
7 p.m. - Men's Handball vs. Arizona
Urobuchi Fieldhouse, Akagi Court
7:30 p.m. - Sprint Football vs. Penn
Tatsuya Kaname Field at Mitakihara Stadium
Friday, October 2
9 a.m.- 3 p.m. - Homecoming Registration - Kaname Hall (Administration Building)
Registered participants must check in here for their Passport and vouchers for the Saturday Homecoming Barbecue at Mitakihara Stadium Parking Lot.
5 p.m. - Women's Volleyball vs. British Columbia
Battle for the Cup of Life. Exhibition, Anderson Court, Marisa Kirisame Pyramid
Approx. 8 p.m. - Pep Rally at Anderson Court, Marisa Kirisame Pyramid
Following the Women's Volleyball game vs. British Columbia, the 2071 Mitakihara Magi Football Team will be introduced. Speeches by head coach Tatsuya Kaname, offensive team captain B.J. Inkoom, defensive team captain Henry Waris, athletic director Ritsu Kawai and university chancellor Honoka Kaname will be made.
9 p.m. - Evening activities
Visit the Inu Daruma Pub or your favorite restaurant at the Campus.
The Meeting: Special gathering for Roseluck Arrow Boosters and Men About Town at McGann's, cash bar @ 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 3
5:00 - 9:00 a.m. - Breakfast at the Dorms - Passport holders are invited to enjoy a hot breakfast at the dorm of their choice. Pay at the door (cash please), cost is $15 per person.
7 a.m. - Morning Prayers to Madoka - Madoka Cathedral Chapel
Speaker: Cardinal Peter Kazuto Hatanaka
Roman Cathoic Archdiocese of Mitakihara
7 a.m. to 8 p.m. - Homecoming Headquarters and Registration- Rei Ayanami Field
Registered participants must check in here for their Passport and vouchers for the Saturday Homecoming Barbecue at Mitakihara Stadium Parking Lot.
9 a.m. Men's Soccer vs. Indiana
Hirasawa Field
10 a.m. Women's field hockey vs. Maine
Rei Ayanami Field
12 p.m. Women's Soccer vs. San Francisco
Hirasawa Field
10 a.m. to kickoff Pre-Game Tailgate at Athletics
Pack a picnic and set up a tailgate with your friends prior to the Mitakihara-OKlahoma football game. The Madoka Tailgate Area will be located inside Mitakihara Stadium Gate 13. Cars can park here for $50, payable on-side. Tailgate is permitted for 2 hours prior to kickoff and for one hour following the game.
12:30 p.m. Football Kick-Off
Cheer on the Mitakihara Magi as they take on the Oklahoma Sooners. A block of tickets for Madoka Homecoming is currently reserved through the Mitakihara Athletic Ticket Office. Tickets are required and cost $50 each, children ages 12 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased directly through the Mitakihara Box Office by phone at (250) 4MADOKA or online at the box office website.
11 a.m. - 4th quarter - Homecoming Barbecue
Barbecue in the Mitakihara Stadium Parking Lot, Gates 7-9. A voucher for the "Ika's BBQ Fan Zone" is included in your Homecoming registration price. Please be sure to check-in at the Homecoming registration desk to receive your meal ticket. Drinks will be sold separately on-site. A variety of family a children's activities will be offered in the "Fan Zone," including face painting, music, sports games, prizes and raffles.
8 p.m. Women's Ice Hockey vs. McGill
Battle for the Sis Puella Magica Cup. Exhibition game, MetroTech Shanarena
8 p.m. - A Symphony Dedicated To The 1970s
Presented by the Mitakihara University Philharmonic (MadoPhil), Tsukino Centre.
Ticket Required: Regular: $60.00, $50.00, $40.00;
Students: $40.00, $35.00, $30.00; Seniors (65+): $30.00,
$25.00, $20.00.
Tickets can be purchased directly through the Mitakihara Box Office by phone at (250) 4MADOKA or online at the box office website.
Sunday, October 4
9 a.m. - Mitakihara 10K Run/Walk for Life
Get ready to put on your running or walking shoes and take a cruise around the different places on campus and in Mitakihara. The route starts at Magia Quad and will weave around the city before ending at Madoka Square. Registration is $80.00 ($50.00 for students with ID, $30 for seniors) at the Magia Quad tent from 6 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. All proceeds benefit the BC Cancer Foundation. Refreshments and medals will be provided at finish line.