IZZIE INZINNA
Staff Writer
If you found yourself stranded on campus over Fall Break, SUNY Fredonia had something in store for you.
On Oct. 11, the Residence Hall Association (RHA) and the Resident Assistant Advisory Board (RAAB) hosted Fall Fest.
Students were able to spend part of the day soaking in the warm weather with games and snacks. Games that were set up around the Williams Center patio included a giant set of Jenga, Halloween tic-tac-toe and even apple bobbing.
Fall Fest also featured a self-published author selling his books. Zachary D. Ayers was set up with hardcover and paperback versions of all four of his books.
Whether it’s a female serial killer romance or a collection of horror stories, Ayers has what you’re looking for. He said that all the covers are his own works as well. If it’s not a picture of him, it’s his cousin or girlfriend posing for a cover.
You can find Ayers’ works on Amazon, available in physical copies or on your Kindle.
Attendees were able to pick up a free bag of kettle corn courtesy of Franklin’s Kettle Corn, based in Dewitt, New York. Aside from kettle corn, the Faculty Student Association (FSA) provided snacks and drinks for the event. There were fall classics such as apple cider and snickerdoodles for students to enjoy at no cost.
If you were looking for fresh apples or pumpkins, Richard Feinen Farms had a table with lots of options. There were a variety of apples, pumpkins and gourds with most prices under $5.
This is the second year that Fall Fest has occurred. Heather Williams, Nixon Hall’s resident director, said Fall Fest started “to get students more engaged on campus. It would also allow students to participate in something fun since no classes are in session during this time.”
Williams mentioned that many students had smiles on their faces as they painted pumpkins.
She said she was happy with how the event went, but that there are hopes for some changes next year. The possibility of more student vendors seems to be on the table — the amount seems to have dropped significantly since last year. Williams is hoping to boost that number, allowing more students to showcase their art.
As Fall Fest came to a close, students left with smiles, full bellies, and a sense of community, all while looking forward to the potential for even more engaging activities and student involvement next year.