Summer B Kickoff Week: Events to launch into your summer term

Hunter Horstman

*Correction 6/25: The Summer B cookout is at the Student Union Food Court, not the Osprey Clubhouse.

Everyone says that college is the best time of your life and, with UNF being such a great school, the memories that you will make here will last a lifetime.  What better way to start the summer term off than with some exciting events? UNF Campus Life will be hosting events all week between starting Sunday, June 24 through Saturday, June 30.  All events are free with a valid Osprey1 card.

Sunday, June 24

After moving everything into your dorm room and say goodbye to your parents, grab your roommate and your neighbor and head out to the Osprey Clubhouse for the party on the Lawn event at 8 p.m. Enjoy games, edible cookie-dough and music while meeting your fellow classmates.

Monday, June 25

Head on over to the Student Union Food Court for the 16th annual Summer B cookout.  The event will feature free food, giveaways, a photo booth and live music. Plus, a showcase of different organizations will be there to draw interest to fellow students.  This would be a great way to meet and learn about the different clubs on campus. The event will be from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Tuesday, June 26

The LGBT Resource Center will be hosting their second annual Dinner and Show from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Student Union ballrooms.  Enjoy the free pasta bar while artists GeeXella and Willie Evans Jr. perform. GeeXella is a queer singer, rapper, activist and DJ from the Jacksonville area.

Wednesday, June 27

Join the Interfaith Center for an evening of free food, fun, activities and community as Summer B kicks off! Come out to the I-Dinner from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00  p.m. in the Student Union Ballrooms.

There will also be an Open House hosted by the Student Alliance for Inclusion and Diversity from noon to 1:30 p.m. in Bldg. 2, Suite 1400. Members from the Black Student Union, Latin American Student Organization and Asian Students in Alliance will be offering delectable treats and information on how to get involved.

Thursday, June 28

Stop by the Thomas G. Carpenter between 1 p.m and 2 p.m. for Summer B at Tommy G’s.  Get to know your library staff while enjoying sweet refreshments, such as soda and ice cream. Meet the librarians that could potentially help you out in your college years!

Friday, June 29

Make your way on over to the Osprey Clubhouse between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. for the Summer B pool Party, hosted by Osprey Productions. With free food, live music, giveaways and a huge waterslide, you’ll be guaranteed to launch into your summer term with a smile.

Click here to learn more about Summer B Kickoff.


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