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WVU Alumni Band Performance Dress Code

Alumni bands across the nation have been moving towards a cleaner and more consistent, more professional look. As part of the Alumni Band’s re-branding (see new logos) and as representatives of the University, we are unveiling new alumni pep band, parade and Homecoming professional dress codes.

Pep Bands & General Parades

The dress code for pep bands consist of the following:

  • Official Blue Gig Shirt (a long sleeve option is available for colder months) 

    (pictured)
  • Khaki-colored bottom (length season specific)

  • Comfortable shoes




(Updated 3.18.2024)

Homecoming

The dress code for the Homecoming parade and game day will consist of the following:

  • Dark blue pants or jeans
  • Comfortable shoes
  • White headwear^
  • Shirt 
    • Parade: blue or gold shirt or band jacket
    • Game Day: gold shirt or sweatshirt* (blue/gold raincoat if rain)



(Updated 3.18.2024)

*Appropriate Text and Graphics, at the discretion of Alumni Band Directors

^Member Choice of Ballcap, Visor, Toboggan, Headband; Appropriate at discretion of AB Directors.

If there is inclement weather, we will make adjustments for any event concerning attire.


A Discussion of the New Dress Code Guidelines (March 18, 2024)


Greetings!

As all of you know, within the past year, the Alumni Band began updating its Performance Dress Code. In 2024, we will see the Alumni Band continue to update its visual image – a practice that has been adopted by many College and University Alumni Bands across the nation. Our goal is to sharpen our image, both at Pep Band and Homecoming events and blend with The Pride at joint events – something that has been very well received by the University community and the public.

  • Pep Band Events
    • Official Blue Gig Shirt
    • Khaki-Colored Bottom (Length Season Specific)
    • Comfortable Shoes
  • Homecoming Parade
    • Blue or Gold Shirt* or Band Jacket
    • Dark Blue Pants or Jeans
    • White Headwear^
    • Comfortable Shoes
  • Homecoming Gameday
    • Gold Shirt or Sweatshirt* (Blue/Gold Raincoat if Rain)
    • Dark Blue Pants or Jeans
    • White Headwear^
    • Comfortable Shoes
  • Gold - Blue Spring Game on April 27, 2024
    • Blue Gig Shirt
    • Dark Blue Jeans
    • White Headwear^

ADDITIONAL DRESS CODE INFORMATION

*Appropriate Text and Graphics, at the discretion of Alumni Band Directors

^Member Choice of Ballcap, Visor, Toboggan, Headband; Appropriate at discretion of AB Directors.

If there is inclement weather, we will make adjustments for any event concerning attire.

The Alumni Band originally launched as a Homecoming-only organization. Fifty-five years later, we are a year-round organization dedicated to representing West Virginia University, the College of Creative Arts, and the WVU Band Office as ambassadors at many public events. Our calendar is expanding this year to include more social events for our members in a variety of locations. Please join us now as we evolve and grow!

With Pride,

John Hendricks, III – Retired – Professor Emeritus, Director, WVU Alumni Band

Ellen Woods Ramey, Ed.S. – Assistant Director, Performance Chairperson, WVU Alumni Band

Executive Committee, WVU Alumni Band 2023 - 2024

Al Hall, President

Angelia Barnett, Vice President, Fundraising/Event Chairperson

Amber Light, Secretary

Theresa Smith, Treasurer

  WVU Alumni Band, Inc.
  WVU Alumni Association

  PO Box 4269

  Morgantown, WV 26504


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