Lighting of McAlister ushers in Homecoming weekend October 21, 2022 9:30 AM | Tulane Today Staff today@tulane.edu View PDF The annual Lighting of McAlister Auditorium, a kickoff event for Tulane’s Homecoming, was held on Monday, Oct. 17. The homecoming court was introduced at the celebratory event. (Photo by Rusty Costanza) Green Envy A Cappella performed during the lighting celebration. Other performers at the event included the Green Wave Brass Band, the Shockwave Dance Team and Tulane cheerleaders. (Photo by Rusty Costanza) Captains of the Tulane Green Wave football team spoke to the crowd. The team takes on Memphis for the Homecoming game at Yulman Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 22. (Photo by Rusty Costanza) Other Related Articles New Reily Center pool and natatorium open to much excitement Unified Commencement Ceremony is a tribute to 2023 graduates Tulane celebrates global connections with 2023 International Education Week Tulane social work graduates ready to impact lives TUPD participates in third annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb