Some of the candidates look at Homecoming Royalty as an opportunity to represent Ball State University in a large-scale way.
“It would be the pinnacle of my college career to represent Ball State in such a large capacity to all of my peers,” Faroh said.
For senior Matthew Mattmiller, who represents Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity, what matters most is the process leading up to the coronation, not who ends up winning.
“It would be an honor to be king,” Mattmiller said, “but really, this is the fun part.”
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Mattmiller said that the voting is influenced by involvement and connections rather than campaigning.
“There is a big misconception about voting,” Mattmiller said. “You’re looking at some of the leaders on campus. Most of us are really active and involved in activities.”
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