Traditional UPB Events

Welcome Week

During the first week of classes in the fall, both freshmen and upper classman students are welcomed to Walsh with a weeklong series of events. On Monday, students will have the choice to participate in creating various novelty items (ex: sand art, dog tags, smoothies, etc.). On Tuesday, experience entertainment like never before when the University Programming Board brings the movies to the Grassy Knoll. Served with popcorn and refreshments, students get ready to relax and enjoy a drive-in movie of a pre-released film. Bring blankets and chairs because this event brings a unique experience and is great for making new friends as the semester begins. Throughout the day on Wednesday, students have the ability to sign up on teams to compete in the annual 1^st Week Challenge. The winning resident hall of these events wins the bragging rights over the other resident halls along with the ever valuable prize of displaying “Tiki Joe” in their lobby for the entire year as the proclaimed winners. Don’t worry though because there is plenty of enjoyment for those just seeking to be spectators. Throughout the day there will be a cookout and music on the Knoll for all to enjoy. On Thursday, be prepared to laugh as the University Programming Board entertains you with a well known comedian. Wrapping up the week on Friday, Campus Ministry sponsors the annual bonfire and s’mores for all to enjoy.

Fall Fest

Fallfest kicks off the semester by celebrating our very first home football game. Starting on Friday night, students can enjoy the popular drive-in movie on the big screen with popcorn and refreshments. On Saturday, the University Programming Board takes its event all the way to Fawcett Stadium for the first tailgate of the year. Cavalier fans can enjoy complimentary hamburgers, hotdogs, chips, and refreshments while jamming to some tunes before the game begins. Usually sponsored with Cavalier Crazies, dedicated fans can also get free face paintings and make noise makers to show their support. Afte the game, students come back to campus to more activities. The Grassy Knoll is transformed with events that range from jousting, human bowling, sumo wrestling, and a rock climbing wall; to wax hands, sand art, and sandy candy. There is something for everyone and anyone to enjoy!

Tailgates

Throughout the Walsh Cavalier Football Season, the University Programming Board along with other participating student organizations, sponsor a series of tailgates during home games played at Fawcett Stadium. Served hot off the grill, students can enjoy hamburgers, hotdogs, chips, and refreshments; while listening to music and rallying up Cavalier spirit. Whether it by noise makers, face painting, or more, students can get pumped on getting loud and proud in the stands as they cheer on the football team to victory.

Homecoming Week

Homecoming Week has been a lasting tradition at Walsh University and it is a weeklong series of events to celebrate the University. Leading up to Homecoming weekend, students within each class nominate and then vote for class representatives to be placed on the Homecoming court. The entire student body then votes and chooses its King & Queen which is announced at the Homecoming Game. During the week of Homecoming there are a variety of events each day and these events change yearly. Some past events include a hypnotist, comedians, Vegas Night, Fear Factor, a variety of novelty events, and more. All these events lead up to the annual Homecoming Tailgate at the Homecoming game, sponsored by the University Programming Board and the Alumni Association.

Coffee House Artists

Featured each semester, this arrangement of performances changes from year to year. From country to R&B, students get the sensational taste of the different sounds of music. Set in a coffeehouse setting, those who take part in witnessing these spectacular performances from upcoming and rising artists are served complimentary snacks and Starbucks coffee.

Movie Series

The movie series is a recent addition to the lineup of events sponsored by UPB. Twice a month, students have the opportunity to enjoy a pre-released movie in the University’s Theater located in Towers II. Often accompanied with popcorn and other movie snacks, students can take a break from homework and studying to enjoy blockbuster favorites with friends.

Game Room Challenge

At the beginning of each semester, students have the chance to leave their legacy at Walsh University. Held in the game room, students sign up to compete in a bracket for either billiards or table tennis. The winners of these tournaments have their names engraved and displayed on the plaques as the “Reigning Champ” for either billiards or table tennis. Spectators and participants can also enjoy the welcoming social atmosphere with complementary pizza and refreshments, while listening to the latest tunes.

Cosmic Bowling & Laser Tag

Sponsored each semester by the University Programming Board, students get a chance to venture off campus and have some fun playing either cosmic bowling or laser tag. While laser tag is free for Walsh students to participate in, there is a limited number of students who can participate so those that choose to take part must sign up in advance in the David Center. Cosmic bowling, on the other hand, is not limited to space but requires a small fee of $5 per person to play three games of cosmic bowling. There is no doubt about it, our students here at Walsh like a change in scenery and it is nice to get off campus once and awhile for some fun.

Make Your Own Pottery

Before finals week during the fall semester, UPB puts on a small series of events to give students that chance to take study breaks from cramming for finals to get up and do something different. Limited to space, students must sign up in advance to make a variety of selected pieces of pottery (ex. coffee cups, bowls, or plates). Using their imagination and creativity, students paint these pieces and get to keep them to use as they wish.

Bingo

At Walsh, we do nothing but the real deal. Using the state-of-the-art bingo machine, the University Programming Board gives you the experience of being in a true bingo hall. Enjoy playing with fellow friends, eat great snack, and win great prizes all at the same time.

Ice Skating

Stay warm and bundle up because it’s time to hit the ice. Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate and 2 hours of ice time as UPB sponsors ice skating at  Center Ice Sports Complex. Who Ice Skates you say? How about 300 students each semester! You won’t want to miss it!

Welcome Back Week

We did it once and will do it again as we welcome back students for the spring semester with another jam packed week of events. Ranging from novelty items, musicians, comedians, and more; students have the opportunity to reunite with friends and catch up from winter break with some fun.

The Freshman Retreat

Held each Spring semester the Freshman Retreat is an opportunity for first year students to take a weekend away from the University to learn more about themselves and to bond with their peers. Around 60 students participate in this retreat which is facilitated by other Walsh students and staff.

WalshFest

WalshFest occurs once each spring semester and the events change each year but you can be certain it will be big! Perhaps the biggest weekend out of the year WalshFest has included an indoor carnival, cover bands, Live Band Karaoke, and much more.

Spring Formal

Held annually at the McKinnely Grand Hotel, students enjoy an elegant semi-formal dance of an enchanted evening out on the town. Starting with a formal dinner, the night evolves as students make their way to the dance floor and get their groove on to the latest music.

End of the Year Kickball Tournament

Giving students a breather from finals, the University Programming Board hosts the Annual Kickball Tournament with a cookout, music, games, and fun. Create a kickball team of ten people and enter into the kickball tournament to compete for excellent prizes.