AASU Halloween party cancelled for first time
Maggie Marksberry
Issue date: 11/2/09 Section: News
The annual African American Student Union's Halloween Party was cancelled for the first time in over 20 years. The club consists of the President, Deondra Moore, and no other students.
Due to the lack of involvement, Moore decided to cancel the event rather than continue, and have it not live up its expectations. Other clubs offered to help, but there were not enough members in AASU to run the festival accordingly.
"I posted flyers asking for volunteers, and no one contacted me. I also sent out numerous flyers, but there was just a lack of interest," said Moore.
"It is disappointing for AASU that they had a strong running annual event that won't be taking place this year," said Jamey Campbell, coordinator of student activities. "To Deondra's credit, she wanted to make sure the event was as up to quality as it has been."
In the past, the AASU has had an average of 10 to 20 students. The club could complete community service, and consisted of members and officers.
Students should realize how important it is to be involved in as many clubs and organizations as possible. Traditions are being delayed, and some even cancelled due to lack of involvement.
"It is just me right now, and students need to know how important it is to be involved," Moore said.
Moore plans to help out SGA with their Christmas for Kids program.
For anyone interested in becoming involved with AASU or helping out with the Christmas for Kids program, contact Moore at moore_deondra@yahoo.com.
Due to the lack of involvement, Moore decided to cancel the event rather than continue, and have it not live up its expectations. Other clubs offered to help, but there were not enough members in AASU to run the festival accordingly.
"I posted flyers asking for volunteers, and no one contacted me. I also sent out numerous flyers, but there was just a lack of interest," said Moore.
"It is disappointing for AASU that they had a strong running annual event that won't be taking place this year," said Jamey Campbell, coordinator of student activities. "To Deondra's credit, she wanted to make sure the event was as up to quality as it has been."
In the past, the AASU has had an average of 10 to 20 students. The club could complete community service, and consisted of members and officers.
Students should realize how important it is to be involved in as many clubs and organizations as possible. Traditions are being delayed, and some even cancelled due to lack of involvement.
"It is just me right now, and students need to know how important it is to be involved," Moore said.
Moore plans to help out SGA with their Christmas for Kids program.
For anyone interested in becoming involved with AASU or helping out with the Christmas for Kids program, contact Moore at moore_deondra@yahoo.com.
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