Marietta Spirit | Marietta Trivia | MC Homecoming |
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1. The Pioneers are first mentioned in October 20th, 1927 school newspaper for the outcome of an athletic competition. This is the first time any mention of the mascot/nickname has been found. While we don’t know for sure, we suspect Pioneers was adopted because:
a. Marietta College started or “pioneered” collegiate athletics b. Marietta was the Pioneer City c. Revolutionary war soldiers are in Mound cemetery
b. Marietta was the pioneer City
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7. During Homecoming weekend what sport has an alumni/student race?
a. Lacrosse b. Rowing c. Track
b. Rowing
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16. Which of the following was not included on the mandatory school supply list in the 1800s?
a. Candles/Lamp oil b. Firewood c. Water filter
c. Water filter
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9. The first graduates were required to give a speech at graduation. Instead we now require all MC graduates to complete what?
a. A 4-minute speech in their residence hall b. A group performance of the Alma Mater c. A semester long communication class called COMM 101
c. A semester long communication class called COMM 101
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11. The most recent teams to be added as varsity sports are:
a. Swimming and Diving b. Golf and Lacrosse c. Field Hockey and Wrestling
b. Golf and Lacrosse
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17. The event where student organizations provide samples of foods during Homecoming Week is called:
a. Putnam’s Tasty Treats b. Munchies on the Mall c. Bites on the Bricks
b. Munchies on the Mall
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