The programming coordinator for the Center of Student Engagement and Leadership thinks that academics are so important to the Cabrini experience as well as student life.
“At these events, students have fun and kind of get a break to relax but also that’s their time to be social and make connections with other students.” They also learn, whether it’s pumpkin painting [or whatever the event may be] and the students who actually plan these events get to learn things like event planning and how to do team work [as well as] responsibilities so to be fun and social but also students are learning at the same time.” Lisa Podolsky said.
Fall Fest was held on Friday, Oct. 17, at 9 p.m. in the Grace Hall Boardroom and was created by the CAP Board, Campus Activities and Programming, which brings social, cultural and educational programs to the school. It was perfect timing for students to have a place to unwind and relax since it was right around mid-terms when stress tends to be very high. The event lasted for a few hours and consisted of students who came together for laughs and conversations as well as watching Halloween movies, participating in competitive Halloween games and even painted pumpkins however they chose to do so. It was an all-around great place to meet new people and spread some early Halloween spirit.
One participant and student, Stanley Thompson, said “I’m enjoying my time here. I’ve never seen the movie Hocus Pocus before so this is a new experience for me and I’m enjoying my company with my friends.”
Podolsky mentioned that although she has only been working in her new position as Programming Coordinator for roughly a year, this is the first year that she knows of the Fall Fest occurring for the students. She also said that they learn what to improve with annual events in time by having participants complete evaluation forms. This is in order to make the activities more and more appealing each year for students while possibly switching things up to improve the events.
Another participant and student, Mary Kate Moran, said “I’m enjoying painting my pumpkin in an abstract way instead of the traditional painted pumpkin face.”
Others also proudly showed off their bright and colorfully designed painted pumpkins as all were getting excited for the upcoming spooky holiday.
