By Khari Smart//
Hood College successfully held its first virtual Fall Family Weekend from Friday through Sunday.
Typically, the weekend would allow parents to come to campus and join the events. This time, almost all the events that took place were live streamed to parents.
Many clubs and organizations on campus held events throughout the weekend. All the events on campus followed Hood’s COVID-19 safety guidelines and regulations.
Some of the major events included: The H.E.A.T. (Hood Environmental Action Team)/Sunrise Climate Justice Rally, Hood Trivia and the Hood Parade.
The Hood Parade on Sunday was the biggest event on campus. It included over 10 women’s and men’s sports teams, several clubs, as well as ROTC and the dance ensemble.
The clubs and teams all decorated a vehicle and then drove around the campus loop dancing, cheering, playing music and giving out free gifts.
The organizer of the parade, SGA President Lily Bean, was overjoyed with how well it went.
“The energy during the lineup was incredible. It was something the college needed, especially during these tumultuous times,” Bean said. “I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention the committee that supported me every step of the way. I loved seeing all of my hard work put into action, but to be honest, I’m sad it’s over.”
Following the parade, the dance ensemble was awarded best-decorated float by President Andrea Chapdelaine.
Bean also mentioned how organizing an event so large came with challenges. With over 30 vehicles involved, organization the day of became difficult.
“The most challenging thing about planning a parade is coordination,” Bean said. “Getting everyone there, getting everyone ready and decorated, making sure that the 31 vehicles were all ready to go.”
Many students that were around this weekend also believed the parade was the highlight of the weekend.
“Not having family around or any sporting events on campus this year felt weird,” junior Shea Anderson said. “But the parade was a nice way to bring people together.”
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