{"id":1496,"date":"2024-10-06T16:05:15","date_gmt":"2024-10-06T23:05:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/?p=1496"},"modified":"2024-10-06T16:05:16","modified_gmt":"2024-10-06T23:05:16","slug":"involvement-fair-has-something-for-everyone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/index.php\/2024\/10\/06\/involvement-fair-has-something-for-everyone\/","title":{"rendered":"Involvement Fair Has Something for Everyone"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Sept. 27 Involvement Fair transformed Orton Center into a hub of profound activity. Put on by Student Involvement and Success, this event took place from 4-6 p.m. and displayed the vast opportunities awaiting students to enhance their college experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students meandered through the diverse array of club tables, connecting with different organizations. Attendees were kept fueled with lemonade and four food stations: chili, sliders, tacos and bundt cake desserts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\" data-autoplay=\"true\" data-delay=\"5\" data-effect=\"slide\"><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper-container\"><ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\"><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-1500\" data-id=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/poauecln-1024x768.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/poauecln-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/poauecln-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/poauecln-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/poauecln-1536x1152.png 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/poauecln.png 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The dessert station keeps the Involvement Fair sweet with its lemon bundt cake and strawberry sherbet. As for the icing on top, it was mostly allergen-friendly, being vegan. Photo credit: McKenzie Rose.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"769\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-1513\" data-id=\"1513\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/vm5geayd-1-1024x769.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/vm5geayd-1-1024x769.png 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/vm5geayd-1-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/vm5geayd-1-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/vm5geayd-1-1536x1153.png 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/vm5geayd-1.png 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Food pods like this taco station serve small meals during the Sept. 27 Involvement Fair. Although the tacos were small, they were full of flavor; taco-bout great food! Photo credit: McKenzie Rose.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"><\/a><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_pagination swiper-pagination swiper-pagination-white\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Ibrahim Bedrous, the Assistant Director of Student Engagement, explained the purpose of the fair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe students can come and see how diverse our community is,\u201d Bedrous said. \u201cWe\u2019re talking about special interest groups, we\u2019re talking about Greek Life, we\u2019re talking about community service groups. This is a spirit-lifting event. In a few years they become the leaders of these clubs or even start their own.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sandy Vasquez, the Interim Vice President of Student Affairs, testified to the importance of the Involvement Fair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s about leadership development, skill development,\u201d Vasquez said. \u201cEquipping students with opportunities to not only connect in community, to be engaged, but also developing skills and leadership experiences to support their world. They are skills for life.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There were over 70 organizations represented, ranging from academics to culture, and recreation to religion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\" data-autoplay=\"true\" data-delay=\"5\" data-effect=\"slide\"><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper-container\"><ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\"><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"924\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-1509\" data-id=\"1509\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/yw766xqu-2-1024x924.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/yw766xqu-2-1024x924.png 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/yw766xqu-2-300x271.png 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/yw766xqu-2-768x693.png 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/yw766xqu-2-1536x1386.png 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/yw766xqu-2.png 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The Outdoor Program makes an appearance during the Involvement Fair. Throughout the year, they plan trips of various lengths to local and renowned areas like Zion and Yosemite National Park. Photo credit: McKenzie Rose.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"812\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-1497\" data-id=\"1497\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zjus2o7b-1024x812.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zjus2o7b-1024x812.png 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zjus2o7b-300x238.png 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zjus2o7b-768x609.png 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zjus2o7b-1536x1218.png 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/zjus2o7b.png 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The Granny Squares Crochet Club operates a table during the Involvement Fair. This group enables students to engage a different part of their brains with relaxing crafts. Photo credit: McKenzie Rose.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"845\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-1499\" data-id=\"1499\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/83k3pq8q-1024x845.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/83k3pq8q-1024x845.png 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/83k3pq8q-300x248.png 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/83k3pq8q-768x634.png 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/83k3pq8q-1536x1268.png 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/83k3pq8q.png 1579w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">\u2018The Denominators\u2019 Math Club poses for a picture during the Involvement Fair. This group strives to create a positive atmosphere for the subject by decorating Appleton Hall and holding Pi Day celebrations. Photo credit: McKenzie Rose.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"887\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-1519\" data-id=\"1519\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cosv0d3h-1024x887.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cosv0d3h-1024x887.png 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cosv0d3h-300x260.png 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cosv0d3h-768x665.png 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cosv0d3h.png 1135w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Catie Whitwood, Outreach Director for KDAWG radio, smiles for the camera. As the on-campus student-run radio station, KDAWG kept tunes flowing during the Sept. 27 Involvement fair. Photo credit: Kae Yeoh<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"798\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-1521\" data-id=\"1521\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ilf01khp-798x1024.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ilf01khp-798x1024.png 798w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ilf01khp-234x300.png 234w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ilf01khp-768x985.png 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ilf01khp.png 1009w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 798px) 100vw, 798px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Asia Campbell showcases Taiko outside of the Orton Center. The Taiko Group was established by Professor Dr. Masako Nunn with the goal of engaging students in more aspects of Japanese culture. Photo Credit: Kae Yeoh<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"701\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-1520\" data-id=\"1520\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ozatkme7-1024x701.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ozatkme7-1024x701.png 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ozatkme7-300x205.png 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ozatkme7-768x526.png 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ozatkme7-1536x1051.png 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ozatkme7.png 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Students who are interested in rushing check out various Greek Life orgs. The posters showcased various activities such as community service and social events. Photo Credit: Kae Yeoh<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"908\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-1518\" data-id=\"1518\" src=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/n4qe52ay-1024x908.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/n4qe52ay-1024x908.png 1024w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/n4qe52ay-300x266.png 300w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/n4qe52ay-768x681.png 768w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/n4qe52ay-1536x1362.png 1536w, https:\/\/theredlandsbulldog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/n4qe52ay.png 1547w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">A student inquires about Jasper\u2019s Corner at the Sept. 27 Involvement Fair. Established in 2003, Jasper\u2019s Corner is made up of university students who offer tutoring and homework assistance for local K-12 students free of charge. Photo credit: Kae Yeoh<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"><\/a><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_pagination swiper-pagination swiper-pagination-white\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Denominators Math Club works to <em>add <\/em>a little fun to numbers by decorating Appleton Hall and throwing Pi Day celebrations. The Students for Environmental Action (SEA) Club promotes sustainability awareness through activities, like a freshman recycling competition and Clean Air Week. The Granny Squares Crochet Club provides the tools and atmosphere for relaxing crafts\u2013and, as Club President Lani Vega \u201827 explained, crocheting isn\u2019t just for Granny.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s not a very popular hobby and doesn\u2019t necessarily have a \u2018young connotation,\u2019 so we\u2019re trying to break that stereotype,\u201d Vega said.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each representative from these groups explained that they thoroughly enjoy being members and spoke of the benefits of joining a club, such as the opportunity to combine their academic and personal interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s very gratifying,\u201d Vivian Reukauf, a senior majoring in Environmental Science, said of her SEA Club participation. \u201cThe work that we do supports my major and also motivates me to be more sustainable.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s really good for your mindfulness,\u201d Vega, a Health, Medicine, and Society major, said of crocheting. \u201cIt\u2019s a great stress reliever.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Needless to say, with such a multitude of clubs and organizations, there is undoubtedly something for every student here at the University of Redlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Sept. 27 Involvement Fair transformed Orton Center into a hub of profound activity. 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