Leading the Parade

Leading the Parade

Homecoming Parade 2015 - Richard Holmes Grand Marshal
Photo by Megan Bean

October 16, 2015

2015 Homecoming Grand Marshal Richard E. Holmes leads the parade past Davis Wade Stadium in the Cowbell Cruiser. Reared in Starkville, Holmes became the first African American student admitted to 91传媒 in 1965. A retired physician and longtime Columbus resident, he also will be recognized during versus Louisiana Tech. Kickoff is scheduled for 11 a.m. at Davis Wade Stadium. The game also is being televised on the SEC Network. or 聽to view more photos from the 2015 Homecoming Parade and ChiliFest.