SRU Drag Show

SRU hosted its annual Rock Out Drag Show event on Wednesday, October 21.  It was a fun-filled night that exposed SRU to things that are not normally seem on campus.  The crowd turnout was great and it grows larger every year.  The event was held as part of Gay Pride week and tons of students showed up to show their support and to have a good time.  Students were able to laugh, learn a little about drag by asking the drag queens questions, and were able to show their support for Gay Pride Week in general.  Overall, it was a new and fun experience that was full of laughs.

Look at SRU Then and Now

A lot has changed on Slippery Rock's campus over the years.  There is now a new union, all new housing, and new and improved buildings occupy space on campus.  Slippery Rock's campus has come a long way since the university opened in 1889.  Some of the original sturctures still stand today, but a lot of the campus is new.  The new housing buildings are practically luxury compared to the old cinder block dorms that once stood where the new housing is located.  The Smith Student Center is still fairly new and is a major improvement from the old Union.  Take a look at the timeline to learn a little about Slippery Rock then and now. 

Ben Avon Fall Festival Fun over Fall Break!

On Saturday, October 3, Ben Avon Borough held their annual community Fall Festival.  Local businesses and organizations set up tables along the main avenue in town with games, activities, and things to buy.  The festival activities were spread out on Church Avenue and spanned over a couple of blocks.  Some of the highlights of the event were the fire trucks that kids got to explore, the face painting table, and the pumpkin decorating table.  It was a great way to spend time in the local community celebrating Fall with friends and family.  It also was great to know that the money spent at the festival went to good causes, such as charities and to the community in general.  The event was a success because it brought people together and helped to enhance the overall community.  The festival was geared towards children, but anyone of any age could have had a good time if they were in the mood to celebrate fall.  The festivsal was held over SRU's fall break and it was nice to come home and be apart of the community.  Happy Fall!

Here's a map of my experience and some of the activities at the Ben Avon Fall Festival: