BY ALLISON RUWALDT
The NWOSU carnival will happen from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on April 9 at the NWOSU Student Center Ballroom.
The carnival this year is trying something new by adding crafts rather than just games.
The SGA wanted a way to open the activities up to people who cannot or do not want to play games.
The carnival gives clubs the chance to put on a booth with a game or craft, so the clubs have another chance to connect with those not in the club.
It also gives students a chance to come together and have fun on campus.
It is also a good way to get the community more involved with the campus.
The community of Alva is always trying to help the students, and the carnival gives them a chance to see why helping the college is worth it.
The members of SGA are encouraging people of all ages, all around town, to come take part in the activities. Opening the event up to community members is also a good way to encourage younger students to attend NWOSU.
When speaking to SGA members, it was made clear that they are excited about the opportunities that the carnival will bring to the campus. Community members around town are always making donations or volunteering to help in some way, so this is a good way to help pay it back.
“Alva just rallies around Northwestern and supports us so much that this is just an opportunity to get them on campus,” said Maci Flowers, the vice president of the NWOSU Student Government Association. “They can see what they’re supporting, who they’re supporting and have a fun night for them to get out as well.”
Tickets will be one dollar, unless it is a NWOSU student, then they are fifty cents.
Wristbands can also be purchased for $20 rather than buying a ticket for each game or activity. The money being raised will help fund other club and student events.