Students were invited to celebrate the University Student Union’s 37th birthday on March 18. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the USU provided students with hotdogs, chips, drinks, cotton candy, snow cones, popcorn, root beer floats and many different games and activities all for free.
Mechanical bull rides, magic tricks from a professional magician, stilt walkers and countless games of musical chairs the USU Birthday Bash showcased a classic carnival setting for students of CSU Stanislaus.
CSU Stanislaus student Nandi Mathews, enjoyed the event and appreciated the fun environment that the Birthday Bash provided to students.
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Welcome to the Stanislaus County Fair (The Signal, Danielle Castillo).
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Swing chairs and swing tables.
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Turlock’s getting a little more random, one scoop at a time.
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Brolin Bahbaheleh (right) and wife Berooni Babakolan (left) eagerly wait for their shop to be open already.
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KAT Country 103 attended the Stanislaus County Fair with host Kenny Jones (The Signal, Danielle Castillo).
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California Highway Patrol Officer Ming enjoying the summer sun and a fair he has been attending since he was a child (The Signal, Danielle Castillo).
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Families from near and far enjoyed carnival themed rides and games this summer (The Signal, Danielle Castillo).
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“I do think the 37th Bash was a great event for college students to congregate and enjoy games and events that could take them away from their studies in a safe and fun environment,” Mathews (junior, Cognitive Studies) said.
For students facing midterms this week, the Birthday Bash was a great way for students to get out and have a break from studying to enjoy this fun event.
“My favorite part of the event was not only the chance to get free delicious and filling food but also the music that kept the vibe fun and relaxing while incorporating competitive games and opportunities to win cool prizes […] which allowed me to release any stressors and just kick back and enjoy the social aspect of college,” Mathews said.
USU Events Coordinator Rita Gouda could be seen all over the event making sure that everything was perfect for students to enjoy.
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Things are getting lit up before the grand opening.
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Wrapped in a soft fluffy waffle costumers can choose their spread, ice cream flavor, and choice of three toppings of candy, fruit, nuts, or cereals and final touches of whipped cream, sprinkles or powdered sugar.
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This year’s Pride attendees came to slay. (Signal Photo/ Nicole Dunlap)
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Pride was a heavenly experience. (Signal Photo/ Nicole Dunlap)
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SF Pride is a place for fun for the whole family. (Signal Photo/ Nicole Dunlap)
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Rainbow hair. Don’t care. (Signal Photo/ Nicole Dunlap)
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The fashion at Pride was one of the best parts. (Signal Photo/ Nicole Dunlap)
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“I think the event went great,” Gouda said. “Being the person that planned this event, naturally I will notice things that others won’t. But it seems that everyone enjoyed it and that’s more than I can ask for[…] I think we had a lot of different forms of entertainment and activities to hopefully spark a diversity of people’s interest.”
Gouda expressed her excitement towards planning this event and how successful the Birthday Bash was, but also realizes that as a student, event planning of this size can be a challenge.
“It’s been a crazy and hectic two months leading up the Birthday Bash,” Gouda said. “Being my first semester in programming staff, I really wanted to make it an amazing event. I hope the Birthday Bash reflected on USU, that we notice the minute details and we’re here for the students to enjoy and grow off of. I really want to note how much I appreciate all the support physically and emotionally through out this process and the event day itself. It wouldn’t have been possible without all the help I got.”
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Turlock resident, Kassandra Lopez, grabbing a snack to eat.
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Many of the pictures of the Fallen are accompanied with letters from love ones.
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Powder Sugar is not just a topping, but also an essential component to making these treats so delicious.
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Most of the animals were camera shy, so here are the two brave ones.
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Elias Futch tried to feed the oldest stingray at the booth, he wasn’t taking the bite.
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This baby cat is one of many animals that are at this new attraction.
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Brioche Bun with a beef patty, provolone, bacon, TRND sauce, mac and cheese and lettuce.
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Disaster fries include fries topped with cheese sauce, Hot Cheetos and chicken of extra.
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