The Week Ahead: April 11-15

If you’re looking for something fun to do on campus this week, or just need a study break, here are a few upcoming events to check out.

Monday, April 11

When the Whistle Blows

When: 5:15 p.m.

Where: Harrison Square

What: In 2001, a concerned group of students, faculty, and staff noticed that the campus community did not have a way to collectively honor those it had lost. This led to the creation of a campus-wide remembrance ceremony, called When the Whistle Blows, to honor the memory of enrolled students and employees who had died during the previous year.

This year’s event will take place in Harrison Square with the lighting of a unity candle to represent the union of the entire Tech community. Each of the deceased will have a family member light an additional candle in their remembrance.

Cost: Free

Tuesday, April 12

SCPC and GTIA present: Karaoke and Open-Mic Night!

When: 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Where: Under the Couch, 2nd floor, Student Center

What: The Student Center Programs Council and Georgia Tech International Ambassadors are partnering to host a multicultural karaoke and open-mic night. Students may sign up for karaoke individually or in groups, depending on level of courage. In addition, students are free to perform skits, comedy acts, dances, or poetry readings. Sign up here. International dishes will also be served.

Cost: Free

Wednesday, April 13

Blue Donkey Grand Opening Celebration

When: 9:45 a.m. to noon

Where: Blue Donkey, 1st floor, Student Center

What: Blue Donkey will celebrate the grand opening of its first brick and mortar location at Georgia Tech. This event features free samples, giveaways, and games, along with a ribbon cutting at 9:45 a.m. Stop by to get a free caffeine fix and vote for the new Blue Donkey coffee flavor exclusive to Tech.

Cost: Free

Thursday, April 14

Rec-a-palooza

When: 4 to 6 p.m.

Where: Front lawn of the Campus Recreation Center (CRC)

What: The CRC will host its annual end of the year student appreciation event on April 14. Rec-a-palooza gives students the perfect opportunity to stop by the CRC. Attendees will be able to tell their family and friends that they’ve been to the gym in the past year.

Cost: Free