How To: Throw a Perfect Tailgate Party

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It’s that time of year to cheer for your Aggies! With football season comes one of the best traditions, tailgating parties. The Aggies open their season this week and need the help of past, current, and future students to cheer them on. For those that need a little prodding, we’ve assembled this brief tailgating guide. Also, be sure to check out the Tailgater of the Game/Year Competition.

 

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Why Tailgate?

It’s a great way to meet people. There are so many tailgaters, so there are so many opportunities to meet students, other alumni, and fellow tailgaters.

There are many aspects of tailgating. Food, games, activities. USU Alumni will be at every home game with a tent full of games and prizes.

You could win big. The Alumni Association will be on the prowl for the best tailgater to crown them the official “Tailgater of the Game.” Along with the glory of holding this prestigious title, you will receive a Camp Chef stove, which will undoubtedly improve your tailgate for subsequent games.

The Basics

First things first. Start out by pre-purchasing a tailgating space. For home games, these can be obtained through Parking and Transportation for the north tailgate lot, or the USU Big Big Blue Scholarship Fund for 800 East spots. For away games, check with the specific school’s stadium.

Be in your spot by 2 pm for 6 o’clock (or later) kickoff or 10 am for 1 o’clock kickoff, but not before 8 am without prior, written approval.

(Note: All official rules can be found on the Parking and Transportation website)

Tips for tailgating pros

We've assembled some of the most sound practices for making your tailgate a success. We won’t give away too much, because we want you to come up with the rest.

First and foremost, show your best Aggie pride. Show the world how much you love being an Aggie. 

This is your time to brag about how much Aggie gear you really have.

Dress the part.

Float a helium balloon on a long string from your car, so friends can find you.

Consider what way the wind is coming from. You don’t want grill smoke blowing on your tailgaters.

Think about how you could use paper towels or a hand-washing station. People like that.

Keep it simple.

Keep it classic.

Finger food is better. Make it portable.

Think about the extras: music, face paint, games, etc.

Introduce yourself to your neighbors.

Have fun.

We hope to see you at the tailgate party.

20 Ways to Stay Involved After Graduating from USU

After all those years spent in school, you’re finally finished.

Now you have time to get a job, be involved in your hobbies, settle down somewhere new—do all the things you've wanted to for years. But how do you keep your friendships and connections alive with your university after moving on?

Here are some ways to keep yourself involved with Utah State:

1. Join the USU Alumni Association.  

2. Post available job or internship positions from your employer on the USU Career AGGIE website.

3. Stay in touch with faculty members or classmates. 

4. Make sure we always have your current contact information so we can keep in touch and connect you with university events and updates.  

5. Keep up-to-date by following us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and our blog. 

6. Volunteer your time by hosting an in-home networking session with students from USU by emailing sheldon.browning@usu.edu.

7. Connect with other Alumni and students by attending events hosted by the university.

8. Sign up for and read our Alumni e-newsletter and engage in the stories of your alma mater and other alumni. 

9. Organize an service event with other Aggies in your area. (More info coming soon!)

10. Visit campus! It is improving every day.  

          Catch an athletics event 

          See a performance

          Take a campus tour 

11. Show your spirit by wearing your Aggie gear. 

12. Check to see if your employer has a matching gift program, and make a donation to USU.

13. Get an Alumni Association calendar. 

14. Put tradition events like Homecoming Week and A Week on your calendar. 

15. Display your love for USU with an Aggie license Aggie license plate.  

16. Remember USU in your will or estate plan. 

17. Don’t forget to have your children apply for the Legacy Scholarship. 

18. Use Career Services to locate jobs in your area. 

19. Make usu.edu the home page on your web browser. 

20. Earn Aggie Rewards points on your everyday purchases.

Getting involved is easy at Utah State. The education and memories we've gained here bring us together and give us a reason to interact. 

Again, thank you for supporting the legacy of Utah State University. We love that our alumni are so involved on campus and across the country.


What have you found are the best ways to stay involved with USU?