Fireworks show ignites the spark in Homecoming

By Bryce Johnson and Brielle Aguayo •

For the first Homecoming event, the Office of Campus Life and Student Engagement hosted the fourth One Spectacular Night Fireworks Show on Nov. 10 on the Alvin Sherman Library Quad. The event featured music, food and a fireworks show.

Christina Rajkumar, director of Student Engagement, said it was a great way to start Homecoming.

“It’s literally kicking off Homecoming with a bang,” Rajkumar said. “We had quite a few alumni who came back specifically for that show, and they were able to bring their families out, too.”

Ryan Romero, freshman communication major and DJ at Mako Radio, was a nominee for 2024 Homecoming Freshman Royalty. He enjoyed dancing with other nominees of the Homecoming Court.

“If people want to dance and enjoy some free samples and free food, I would highly recommend it. I would highly recommend students go to any event, no matter what it may be,” Romero said.

The vendors were Moe’s Southwest Grill, BENTO Asian Kitchen + Sushi, Stoner’s Pizza Joint, Chartwells, Anthony’s Clam House & Grill, Duffy’s Sports Grill, Quarterdeck and Seasons 52.

Students also entered giveaways where they could win swag like a travel pillow, cellphone wallet, picnic blanket, water bottle and a neck fan.

Anne Sylvie Jean Louis, senior psychology major and 2024 Homecoming Queen, has gone to the fireworks show last year. She encourages people to go next year, as well as to the other Homecoming events.

“Go to Homecoming. Don’t listen to the people that say to only go your freshman year and your senior year. Any year that you can go, just go,” she said.