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From our Home by the Sea to Hollywood\u2019s biggest stage, Ruth E. Carter \u201982 has made history – and now she\u2019s coming back to where it all began.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re beyond proud to welcome our alumna, 2x Oscar-winning costume designer and Hampton legend, @therealruthecarter<\/a>, back as the #PiratesIsland26 Homecoming Parade Grand Marshal!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The parade kicks off Saturday, October 24, at 9:00 a.m. from Darling Stadium, rolling through Downtown Hampton and onto campus as we officially launch a full day of Homecoming celebrations!\u00a0 #OneHampton #PiratePride #HUHC<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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