Students gathered on campus last week to celebrate the arrival of spring through a series of events hosted by the Social Activities Council (SAC).
The events were part of SAC’s annual Spring Fest, a multi-day lineup designed to bring students together and offer a break from academic stress. Earlier in the week, SAC organized a major trip to a Boston Red Sox baseball game, followed by Thursday’s “Bounce Into Spring” event, which featured large inflatable attractions including an 80-foot obstacle course, a rock wall, a mechanical bull and inflatable jousting.
The celebration carried into Friday with a block party that drew students in with music, games and free food. The event included yard games, a dunk tank, ice cream and meals provided by a local food truck.
“It was really about just bringing people out,” said sophomore Libby LaBianca, SAC’s weekend events coordinator. “The weather’s getting nicer and it’s close to the end of the year, so we just wanted to have some fun.”
Students who attended the block party said the event created a welcoming and energetic environment on campus.
“I was just walking out of class and saw it, and it looked fun,” said sophomore Abby Weiterman. “It was a good opportunity to just come and see people I know.”
Others emphasized how events like these help strengthen connections among students. “You get to see people you don’t get to see that often,” said junior Olivia Casale. “It definitely builds campus community.”
Casale also noted that similar events, including earlier trips and activities, help students meet new people. “When we went to the Red Sox game, I met so many people I had never talked to before,” she said. “These kinds of events bring everyone together.”
Organizers say that sense of connection is exactly what they aim to create, especially as the semester comes to an end. With seniors preparing to graduate and finals approaching, Spring Fest serves as both a celebration and a chance to unwind.
“Honestly, it’s about getting the community out,” said senior and SAC President Kerrin Shea. “A lot of people are really stressed about finals right now, so it’s something to relieve some stress, get some free food, play some games and just enjoy it overall.”
Shea also highlighted the importance of student input in planning events. “We are hearing the voices of the campus,” she said. “If you tell us you want something, we’ll do our best to make it happen.”
As a student-run organization funded by student activity fees, Shea said SAC relies on feedback to shape its programming. “At the end of the day, everyone contributes to these events,” Shea said. “So we want to make sure students feel heard and excited about what we’re putting on.”
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