This last weekend was Walsh Family Weekend. One of the most exciting and fun weekends so far.

On Friday, we had to set up the Hoover Park and make sure everything was ready for tomorrow (Saturday). Due to the fact that the event was open and free to everyone including the public, we had to make sure we are ready for a big crowd. Friday night, the UPB (University Programming Board) prepared a movie for us to Walsh. We got to watch the Movie “UP” outside on the grass on a big giant screen.The weather was a little chilly but the excitement of the movie and the big screen made it easy and fun to watch.

The weekend of excitement and entertainment started with a magnificent football game between Walsh and Ohio Dominican. I had to be at the tailgate party two hours before the game started to distribute free t-shirts to Walsh fans. The T-shirts were all provided by the President. It was a gorgeous day. Everyone was happy and excited for the game.

Me and the Cavalier before the game

Being member of the “Cav Crazy Club,” required me to scream and cheer for Walsh until I basically lost my voice. My friend Diego who is from Argentina and I were sometimes cheering in our languages (Persian & Spanish). It was funny because no one could understand what we were saying. Well, as a result of our cheers and the good play of Walsh football team, we bet the Ohio Dominican, though I missed out the last quarter because had to leave early to help out in the Hoover Park with food, games, and cakes.

At the Park we had different kinds of games and fun activities, all free for Walsh Students, their families, as well as, to public. A very big crowd showed up and had a great time.

Although there were many different kinds of fun activities, games, music, dances, food etc, most of the people were excited to see the “50 Cake Contest.” Due to the fact that this year is the 50^th anniversary of Walsh University, the Campus Ministry arranged a 50 cake contest. Everyone could design and make a cake and compete. The theme was Walsh University and its 50^th anniversary. I was totally shocked to see that many cakes in different shapes and colors. Congratulations to the winner “The book of Legacy.”

One of the fifty cakes with my picture on it

Finally, around 9:00 pm when it got dark outside, we all went out on the soccer field to watch and enjoy exceptionally amazing fireworks right in front of us. The University prepared terrific fireworks for this occasion. It was really cool to see it right in front of your eyes, because they were being set off right behind the soccer field. A huge crowd of people from around the area along with their families and children came to enjoy the fireworks.

Fireworks

Overall, it was a non forgettable weekend. Everyone enjoyed and had a great time. Thanks to all who made this possible!

Fireworks