91ΒιΆΉΣ³»students celebrated the first full week of classes with Purple Fire Week from Aug. 25 -30. The annual five-day spirit-themed event included a number of activities aimed at bringing together new and returning students as they immerse themselves in college life.
The event began Saturday, Aug. 25, with an βall-nighterβ featuring live music, food, and refreshments to go along with a host of activities in the Innovation Science and Technology (IST) and at the Rec Field. There were a number of 91ΒιΆΉΣ³» Poly Pride giveaways during Mondayβs Spirit Day. At an ice cream social that evening, students enjoyed ice cream bars.
On Tuesday, students came together at the Wellness Center to tie-dye socks and t-shirts and then spent the evening jamming at a silent disco in the IST Commons.
Wednesday morning students were treated to donuts and coffee and spent the afternoon getting to know each other through a series of team building events at Playfair.
Students were greeted with a complimentary pick-me-up Wednesday morning with free donuts and coffee at the IST building. The festivities concluded Thursday with Rec Day, an event during which students had the opportunity to get involved in a number of recreational activities like basketball, bubble ball, and frisbee.