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FWOF Rain Schedule

FWOF

FWOF is Kent State Stark's way of welcoming students back to campus. FWOF brings the campus community together and is a great way for students, faculty and staff to get to know one another and kick off a great academic year.


Preview Days

Wednesday, Aug. 31 & Thursday, Sept. 1


Visit the Campus Center on either day to learn more about FWOF.
FWOF Preview takes place from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.


FWOF Event Schedule

Tuesday, Sept. 6

TASK Info Table
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Campus Center

Scavenger Hunt
11 a.m.
FWOF Info Station
Collect all 3 animals for a FWOF t-shirt or prize.

Face Painting
11 a.m.
Campus Center Patio
Sponsored by Sunaarashi.

Safari Stress Balls
11 a.m.
Campus Center Patio
Create and take home your own stress ball.

Animal Themed Board Games
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Campus Center Patio
Sponsored by Minds Matter.

Caricature Artists
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Campus Center Patio

Safari Photo Opp
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Campus Center
Bring your own camera, or stop by between noon - 1 p.m. to have your picture taken and uploaded to Photobucket.

DJ
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Campus Center Patio

Playdough Animals
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Campus Center Patio
Sponsored by the Fitness Center

Dunk Tank - Faculty vs. Staff
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Campus Center Patio
$1 for 3 balls, $5 for 20 balls.
All proceeds benefit the Stark County Hunger Task Force.
Sponsored by Geology Club

Minute to a Tee Safari Challenge (like Minute to Win It!)
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Campus Center Patio
Compete in teams of two to complete two out of three tasks. Winners get a FWOF t-shirt or prize.

Dirt with Worms
12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
Campus Center Patio

Safari Juice
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Campus Center Patio
Sponsored by Rooted in Faith

 

Wednesday, Sept. 7 - Rain Schedule

All events have been moved indoors.

Roaming Balloon Artist
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Main Hall

Scavenger Hunt
11 a.m.
FWOF Info Station
Collect all 3 animals for a FWOF t-shirt or prize.

Face Painting
11 a.m.
Fitness Center
Sponsored by Sunaarashi.

Animal Themed Board Games
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Campus Center
Sponsored by Minds Matter.

Big Chair Safari Photos
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Campus Center
Pictures will be automatically printed for you!

Fitness Center Open House
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Fitness Center

  • Go on a Safari - Starts in Campus Center
  • Feed the Monkey Bean Bag Toss
  • ZEBRA Basketball (like HORSE)
  • Safari Stress Relief Coloring Table
  • Safari Food Tasting
  • Safari Trail Catch Phrase
  • Tug-a-War

Hot Shot Dart Challenge (replaces Dunk Tank)
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Fitness Center
$1 for 3 darts, $5 for 20 darts.
All proceeds benefit the Stark County Hunger Task Force.
Sponsored by Geology Club

Play Dough Animals
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Campus Center

United Way Info Table
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Campus Center

DJ
11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Campus Center

Mechanical Bull (replaces Inflatables)
11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Campus Center

Campus BBQ
Noon - 1 p.m.
Campus Center

TASK Info Table
12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Campus Center

Free Dippin' Dots
1 - 2 p.m.
Campus Center & Fitness Center

 

Thursday, Sept. 8 - Rain Schedule

All events have been moved indoors.

TASK Info Table
10 a.m - 3 p.m.
Campus Center

Mechanical Bull
10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Campus Center

DJ
10:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Campus Center

Scavenger Hunt
11 a.m.
FWOF Info Station
Collect all 3 animals for a FWOF t-shirt or prize.

Minute to a Tee Safari Challenge (like Minute to Win It!)
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Campus Center
Compete in teams of two to complete two out of three tasks. Winners get a FWOF t-shirt or prize.

Safari Photo Opp
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Campus Center
Bring your own camera, or stop by between noon - 1 p.m. to have your picture taken and uploaded to Photobucket.

Face Painting
11:30 a.m.
Campus Center
Sponsored by Sunaarashi.

Campus BBQ
Noon - 1 p.m.
Campus Center
Sponsored by the Student Leadership & Allocations Board.

Drum Circle - Group Drumming
12:45 - 1:45 p.m.
Campus Center
Participate or watch! This rhythm-based experience is designed to build morale, reduce stress, strengthen relationships and celebrate diversity.

Free Beef Jerky
1 - 2 p.m.
Campus Center

Movie on the Lawn: Madagascar
8:10 p.m.
Campus Center
Bring your own lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a free movie! Animal crackers, popcorn and beverages sponsored by the Honors Program.

 


Student Life


FWOF Photos


FWOF Contact:
Kristi Yerian
Manager, Student Activities & Services
330-244-5041
kyerian1@kent.edu


Fitness Center

FITNESS CENTER OPEN HOUSE

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 7
11 A.M. - 3 P.M.
  • Go on a Safari
  • Feed the Monkey Bean Bag Toss
  • ZEBRA Basketball (HORSE)
  • Safari Stress Relief Coloring Table
  • Safari Food Tasting
  • Safari Trail Catch Phrase
  • Tug-a-War

Dunk Tank

Dunk Tank Schedule


Tuesday, Sept. 6
11:30 a.m.   Dr. Leslie Heaphy
12:00 p.m.   Dr. Tim Mongomery
12:30 p.m.   Professor Mason Shuman
1:00 p.m.     Dina Muysaelyn
2:00 p.m.     Tim Gray
2:30 p.m.     Jessica Anderson


Hot Shot Dart Challenge


Wednesday, Sept. 7

11:00 a.m.   Dr. Robert Hamilton
11:30 a.m.   Professor Shelly Heron
12:00 p.m.   Professor Douglas Henry
12:30 p.m.   Professor Amber Ferris
1:00 p.m.     Dr. Stephen Neaderhiser
1:30 p.m.     Dr. Brad Shepherd
2:00 p.m.     Laurie Camp


Dippin' Dots
Free Dippin' Dots on
Wednesday, Sept. 7
from 1 - 2 p.m. at the
Fitness & Campus Centers!




Madagascar

    Moved Indoors to Campus Center.

 


FWOF Details
  • In case of inclement weather, location and schedule changes will be posted here.
  • Free food and giveaways during FWOF are while supplies last.