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13 Reasons Why Oklahoma State Has The Best Homecoming In The Nation

America's Brightest Orange does it best

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At Oklahoma State University, it is well known that the biggest and best homecoming in the nation takes place in Stillwater, OK. At America's Brightest Orange, there is a magical aspect to what is going on throughout the week. Students, alumni, and many others gather in Stilly to experience many fun activities. Here are the reasons why Oklahoma State's Homecoming is the best in the nation.

1. The Football Game

No matter who we are playing, Boone Pickens Stadium fills up at the Homecoming game, and it get loud!

2. The Signage

The Sunday of Homecoming, all the Greek houses and student organizations start to put these great master pieces up.

3. Dying the fountain orange

The excitement that comes along with dying the fountain orange is unreal. There is only one time of the year they change the water to orange, and students know exactly what that means.

4. All the orange

The brightest orange in the nation.

5. Pomping

All the big beautiful decks and floats would not be possible without the endless hours of pomping.

6. Walk around

One of the best nights during the week of homecoming is Walk around. Everyone is happy, all the decks are displayed, and it's the perfect night for a good time.

7. Homecoming & Hoops

During Walk around, the Cowboy Basketball team gets to showcase what's coming up for basketball season.

8. The Parade

The day of homecoming calls for a parade. The Cowboy Marching Band, President Hargis, Boone Pickens, and many other groups come through to bring in the Cowboy Football!

9. Football Frenzy

Greek life and other student organizations get the chance to shine on Boone Pickens Stadium if they are champs during football frenzy.

10. Harvest Carnival

The Harvest Carnival, created just for kids, is put on every year by the OSU student body, including Greek houses, residential halls and student organizations.

11. Chili cook-off

During Harvest Carnival, the tastiest tradition is hosted.

12. Hester St. Painting

This tradition allows fans all of kinds to paint the streets of Hester so that the football players see the excitement and the words of encouragement brought with homecoming.

13. The School Spirit

The best part about being an OSU Cowboy is our school spirit, especially during homecoming. We're loud, proud, loyal, and true. There's nothing quite like being a cowboy.

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