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hfun on campusStudents hang out for a relaxed day in the Valley

WKU’s Housing and Residence Life hosted the

20th annual Valleypalooza on April 10th in “the Valley”

between Gilbert Hall, McCormack Hall and Rhodes Hall.

Students were able to come outside, enjoy the

weather and participate in various activities that were set

up for students.

The event had everything from a dunk tank to a live

band to inflatables and cotton candy.

Some students lounged on blankets and enjoyed

the sun, while others took on the inflatable challenges,

including an obstacle course and a wrestling ring.

“It was fun to just chill, enjoy the concert and

finally be out in the warm weather,” sophomore Maura

Blankenship said. Blankenship has lived in Gilbert Hall

for one year.

A slack line, brought by Outdoor Recreation

Adventure Center (ORAC), offered students a chance to

test their strength and balance.

Hall directors and Resident Assistants served hot

dogs, cotton candy, and popsicles to the students who

stopped by throughout the day.

Michelle Hicks, a sophomore and two-year resident

of Gilbert Hall came out in the evening to play volleyball

and relax with friends. “It was such a fun way to hang out

and enjoy our campus,” Hicks said.

“Palooza like it’s 1993,” was the theme of the night,

which included a playlist of songs popular in 1993, as

well as free t-shirts that listed pop culture references from

the time.

Valleypalooza was a hit among students, and carried

out its 20 year legacy.

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