Grueling midterms are coming to an end. Halloween parties are now precious memories.
The iconic, huge Christmas tree in PPG Plaza surrounded by the ice rink has already been put up. As the temperature drops each day and night falls faster than snowflakes, how are Pioneers warming up and relaxing inside?
On Nov. 4, Athena Psihudakis, the special events coordinator of the Campus Activities Board (CAB), hosted Self Care Core in Lawrence Hall’s lobby.
Examples of other events she hosted were The Haunting of Point Park in October, and the “Mamma Mia!” Party in September.
According to Psihudakis, this event was planned back in September. At this point in the semester, she said she knew everyone would be tired from midterms and Halloween weekend.
Four long tables were set up by the entrance. Students passed time by making crafts and took their minds off mountains of homework and exams.
One table had Rainbow Loom kits, jewelry wires and beads and coloring books. At another, students painted bottles to their hearts’ content.
For everyone that wanted time to themselves or with friends, there was an activity they could all enjoy. Donuts were provided so that everyone had something to snack on while relishing their moment of freedom.
“I was hoping I [could] do an event for everyone to wind down,” Psihudakis said. “Like if they’re in-between classes, they can take a break, get a donut and all that stuff. “We have a lot of stuff that we could use for activities and crafts, so I tried to pull as much stuff as I could.”
As the financial coordinator, Sam Alawadhi buys supplies for CAB’s activities. After Psihudakis tells him what’s needed, he places the order for the items.
“From there, any CAB member, general or executive board, can help run the event,” Alawadhi said. “I think my favorite part are the jugs that people are painting because it’s engaging in something kind of unique. You don’t see that a lot.”
According to Point Park’s website, CAB’s main goal “is to provide the students of Point Park with quality activities that promote fun, personal development, learning, school spirit and pride, and foster an atmosphere conducive to social interaction among their peers.”
Just like with their other events, they said they achieved that goal though this one, too.
Thanks to their efforts, everyone had a chance to wind down between or after class.
