for the student section, my ticket doesn't have a seat number or anything so i assumed it was kind of like first come first serve...
oh ok....I was confused for a second....well my sister is a student and is usually in the stadium at least an hour before gametime.
she normally gets about half way up (which is where she likes to be).....If I were you I'd be in there by 5pm for the 6:30 kickoff, if you want to get a good seat. But then again it depends what you consider a "good" seat.....low? middle? high?
Best section for student section is Sec 29 right above the walkway. Puts you in a perfect view to see the whole field. And if you have never done it I recommend watching the band come down for the inside of the stadium. Not as exciting as being in the crowd, but it is truely amazing to be able to stand above it and watch the people go apewild. In others words for this game, get there EARLY!