MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 FESTIVAL DAY
11:00 AM Garden City High School Folkloric Dance Team
Union Patio – on the quad
Performances of several dance routines that
celebrate the history and traditions of Mexico and
other Latin
American cultures. Sponsored by the
Office of Diversity Affairs.
1:00 PM Haskell Indian University Intertribal Culture Club—
Union Patio – on the quad
Performance of five dance and drum routines that will
familiarize the audience
with American Indian
culture and history. A native Storyteller will provide
background on the origin of the Men’s Traditional and Fancy
Feather along with
the Women’s Fancy Shaw, the Southern Cloth, and the Jiggle. Sponsored by the
Office of Diversity Affairs.
7:00 PM Lemuel Sheppard
Cody Commons, Memorial Union
Singer/ Songwriter Lemuel Sheppard will perform
his classic artistry of original
folk music, blues and
spirituals. He will also entertain and enlighten the crowd
with some of the history of Black Music. Sponsored by the Office of Diversity
Affairs.
8 AM – 4 PM*
Punch Card Specials
Pick up a punch card at the Union Student Service Center and other Union locations and take it to the places indicated on the card for a free prize at each location! When your card is full, return it to the Student Service Center by Noon, Friday, September 14 to be eligible to win grand prizes!
Banned Book Sale
University Bookstore
Celebrating the freedom to read one’s book of choice and the freedom to express one’s opinion, books from “banned book lists” will be available for sale.
Guess the Number of Frisbees in the Window of the University Bookstore
Guess the number of Frisbees in the window of the University Bookstore and win a $50 University Bookstore Gift Certificate!
Commerce Bank Spin the Wheel
Commerce Bank, Union 1st floor
Visit the branch located on the first floor of Memorial Union between September 10-14 to Spin the Wheel and win! Also, while at the branch register for the Grand Prizes Drawing to be held on September 14. Grand prizes include a Netflix annual membership, iPod, and a Philips HD Ready Flat Screen Television!
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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 HERITAGE DAY
3:00 PM Heritage Day Program - Why We Serve
Union Patio -- on the quad (Sunset Lounge Rain Location)
This program will honor former FHSU students who
gave their lives in past wars serving our country. The
quad will be filled with American Flags honoring all
who serve our country. Speakers include Representative Eber Phelps and Petty Officer Caleb S. Duke, United States Navy. Petty Officer Duke served in support of
Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan, and most recently volunteered to
deploy in direct support of the United States Army as a Civil Affairs Staff Sergeant
where he served on a four-man Direct Support Team and earned the Bronze Star
with Combat “V.”
7:00 PM Film and Discussion – “Why We Fight”
Cody Commons
“Why We Fight” is an unflinching look at the anatomy of American war-making --
this film explores a half-century of U.S. foreign policy from World War II to the Iraq
War. The film will be introduced by FHSU professor Bryan Bennett, and
discussion will follow this film presentation.
8 AM – 4 PM*
Punch Card Specials
Pick up a punch card at the Union Student Service Center and other Union locations and take it to the places indicated on the card for a free prize at each location! When your card is full, return it to the Student Service Center by Noon, Friday, September 14 to be eligible to win grand prizes!
Banned Book Sale
University Bookstore
Celebrating the freedom to read one’s book of choice and the freedom to express one’s opinion, books from “banned book lists” will be available for sale.
Guess the Number of Frisbees in the Window of the University Bookstore
Guess the number of Frisbees in the window of the University Bookstore and win a $50 University Bookstore Gift Certificate!
Commerce Bank Spin the Wheel
Commerce Bank, Union 1st floor
Visit the branch located on the first floor of Memorial Union between September 10-14 to Spin the Wheel and win! Also, while at the branch register for the Grand Prizes Drawing to be held on September 14. Grand prizes include a Netflix annual membership, iPod, and a Philips HD Ready Flat Screen Television!
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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 STUDENT INVOLVEMENT & STUDENT HEALTH DAY
8 AM – 4:30 PM Open Houses: Center for Student Involvement & Student Health Center
Make sure to stop by the Union and tour through the
Center for Student Involvement and the Student
Health Center. Both of these offices are great
resources for the FHSU family. Stop by to meet the
Staff, pick up information, get some free stuff, and get answers to your questions
about health and involvement at FHSU.
Snacks will be provided starting at
11:00 am.
9:00 AM Tai Chi in the Quad
Join FHSU students, faculty, and staff for a morning activity of relaxation in the
quad. Tai Chi will be lead by current FHSU students. Make sure to join in the
fun! Sponsored by: Student Health Center.
11:00 AM Stuff a Tiger
To kick-off the Creation Station program this year, CSI is bringing back the “Stuff a
Tiger” activity. Make sure to stop by Cody Commons at 11:00 am and stuff your very own Tiger! This activity is for STUDENTS ONLY. It’s first come first serve, so
stop by! Sponsored by: Center for Student Involvement
11 AM – 3 PM Inflatable Games in the Quad
Do you remember your youth when you were able to play on the big inflatable
games at the fair? Join the FHSU family for fun and healthy activity in the Quad!
It’s free to all, so join us and play the afternoon away! Sponsored by: Student
Health Center
11 AM – 3 PM Putt, Putt Golf
Just how good are you at putt, putt….do you think you can get a hole-in-one? Make
sure to join the Intramurals staff in the Quad for a game of skill and fun. Maybe
you can be the next Bob Barker! Sponsored by: Intramurals Department
8 AM – 4 PM*
Punch Card Specials
Pick up a punch card at the Union Student Service Center and other Union locations and take it to the places indicated on the card for a free prize at each location! When your card is full, return it to the Student Service Center by Noon, Friday, September 14 to be eligible to win grand prizes!
Banned Book Sale
University Bookstore
Celebrating the freedom to read one’s book of choice and the freedom to express one’s opinion, books from “banned book lists” will be available for sale.
Guess the Number of Frisbees in the Window of the University Bookstore
Guess the number of Frisbees in the window of the University Bookstore and win a $50 University Bookstore Gift Certificate!
Commerce Bank Spin the Wheel
Commerce Bank, Union 1st floor
Visit the branch located on the first floor of Memorial Union between September 10-14 to Spin the Wheel and win! Also, while at the branch register for the Grand Prizes Drawing to be held on September 14. Grand prizes include a Netflix annual membership, iPod, and a Philips HD Ready Flat Screen Television!
12:00 – 3:00 PM Karaoke
Union Patio – on the quad
Come for free soda and candy bars, and sing a few tunes just for fun! Sponsored by the Barnes & Noble University Bookstore
2:30 – 4:00 PM Author Book Signing
University Bookstore
Author Linn Ann Huntington will do a book signing. Linn has contributed writing
in the book, Women and Success, by Larnette Phillips.
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 UNIVERISTY ACTIVITIES BOARD (UAB SHOWCASE DAY
11 AM – 3:00 PM FHSU Student Musician Showcase
Cody Commons
Come and listen to some of FHSU’s talented
musicians.
11 AM -- 12noon Laurel Hickel
Laurel is quickly making a name for herself at Fort Hays as an amazing guitarist
and singer. She is the reigning winner of FHSU Tiger Idol.
12:15 PM -- Mario Lazoya
1:30 PM Mario is a frequent performer at venues such as LB Brewing Co., Semilino's, and
the Fox Pavilion. He is a solo guitarist and singer, with a very eclectic style.
1:45 PM -- The Alex Toepfer Jazz Combo
3:00 PM This combo features students from the FHSU music department, with Alex
Toepfer leading the way on saxophone, playing a variety of Jazz pieces.
Balloons by Lester & Body Art by Susan
Cody Commons
He’s got some of the best BPM (Balloons per Minute) in the business. She’ll paint
(almost) anything (almost) anywhere you want! Together they are the best
husband and wife novelty team in the business. Sue draws a line of students --
Lester creates balloon art while they wait. Lester draws a crowd -- Sue paints
them while they’re watching.
Both have been named college novelty act of the
year!
8 AM – 4 PM* Punch Card Specials
Pick up a punch card at the Union Student Service Center and other Union locations and take it to the places indicated on the card for a free prize at each location! When your card is full, return it to the Student Service Center by Noon, Friday, September 14 to be eligible to win grand prizes!
Banned Book Sale
University Bookstore
Celebrating the freedom to read one’s book of choice and the freedom to express one’s opinion, books from “banned book lists” will be available for sale.
Guess the Number of Frisbees in the Window of the University Bookstore
Guess the number of Frisbees in the window of the University Bookstore and win a $50 University Bookstore Gift Certificate!
Commerce Bank Spin the Wheel
Commerce Bank, Union 1st floor
Visit the branch located on the first floor of Memorial Union between September 10-14 to Spin the Wheel and win! Also, while at the branch register for the Grand Prizes Drawing to be held on September 14. Grand prizes include a Netflix annual membership, iPod, and a Philips HD Ready Flat Screen Television!
*Hours of operation vary at some locations
7:30 PM Comedian Louis Ramey
Cody Commons
Louis has performed on television in the states, Canada and Hong Kong. His US
television appearances include his own half hour comedy special, "Comedy
Central Presents: Louis Ramey," ABC Daytime's "The View," Comedy Central's
"Premium Blend," NBC's "It's Showtime at the Apollo," and CBS Televisions "48
Hours." He is currently host of The Nick at Night "Road Show."
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