229-333-2157 July 10, 2012
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Communications Specialist
The Happening: 2012
VALDOSTA -- For one afternoon each fall, Valdosta State
University’s front lawn becomes a forum where local businesses and
organizations meet face to face with VSU students to offer useful
knowledge about the university and the community surrounding
them.
The Happening 2012, scheduled for 1-4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23
promises to be the event of the semester with more tents, games and
freebies than last year’s affair, which was the largest in its
20-year history. Last year's event showcased approximately 250 area
businesses and organizations.
Participation in the informative event is free for both exhibitors
and students. No selling or fundraising is allowed at the event,
but businesses and community organizations often provide free food
samples, prizes and promotional giveaways. VSU departments and
student clubs will also pass out information and engage students in
balloon tosses, basketball throws, miniature golf and many other
activities.
Registration for local business and community organizations is open
now until Thursday, Aug. 9. Information and registration are
available on the Student Life website at http://www.valdosta.edu/stulife/TheHappening.shtml
. Call the Office of Student Life at 333-5674 for more
information.
