Fall Fest Fun at the Student Center

DSA News
October 30, 2024

On Tuesday, October 8, 2024, the Student Centers South transformed into a vibrant hub of creativity and community spirit during the annual Fall Fest event held on the Student Centers Plaza. This lively event provided students a much-needed respite from midterm stress, featuring a variety of engaging activities such as woodblock painting, henna tattooing, and several photo opportunities. With lively music from Coog Radio and delicious kolaches and donuts, attendees enjoyed a fun-filled day of relaxation and fun.

Erin Woods, assistant director of Creation Station and Marketing at the Student Centers, expressed her enthusiasm for the event, stating, “The annual Fall Fest event is a great way for students to unwind from the stress of the semester. The goal of our events is to have fun, but this year, in partnership with the Cougar Cupboard, we included a giving component to add some more meaning and bring awareness to food insecurity. I hope the students enjoyed themselves, and I look forward to hosting future events like the I ❤ My Student Center event in February.”

One of the highlights of Fall Fest was the woodblock painting station, where students showcased their artistic talents. Tents set up in the plaza offered shade as participants painted and enjoyed free food at the same time. Another crowd favorite was the henna tattoo booth, where students eagerly lined up to adorn their hands with intricate designs using a natural dye derived from henna leaves.

As Woods mentioned, attendees also had the chance to contribute to the Cougar Cupboard by donating non-perishable food items. By the event's conclusion, the Cougar Cupboard successfully collected several pounds of donations, significantly benefiting those in need within the campus community.

“Fall Fest is one of my favorite events since it allows us to provide a fun break during mid-terms for students.” shared Eve Esch, the Executive Director of Student Centers. “We were excited to have over 500 students participate and that we had another opportunity to use our big inflatable red chair.”

The University of Houston community came together, as always. This event not only strengthened connections among students but also underscored the importance of giving back.

For more information on events happening at the Student Centers, please contact Erin Woods at ewoods4@central.uh.edu. For more information on Cougar Cupboard, please refer to the Cougar Cupboard website.

Written by Diana Brix, Student Worker – Student Centers