Published: March 9, 2023

This weekend brings casino night, a Leeds diversity scholarship fundraiser, cookie decorating, a presentation on black holes, a class on lower-body building, a bowling tournament, the 2023 Sonic Summit and more.Ìý

Students studying on campusFriday, March 10

5 p.m. VIP; 6 p.m. GA ÌýFolsom Field & Stadium, Touchdown Club Ìý$35–$75
Attend a fundraising event organized by current MBA students. The goal is to increase scholarship funds and diversity at Leeds.Ìý

4–6 p.m. ÌýThe Connection
Decorate cookies with members of the Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ community. Attendees will have access to half-price bowling and billiards and free sandwiches.Ìý

Free Friday Power Hour: Body building

5–6 p.m.ÌýÌýRec Center, Studio 2
Work your lower-body muscles with this week’s Free Friday Power Hour. This free fitness class is perfect for anyone looking to build lower-body strength.

March 10–12 ÌýÌýUMCÌý
The SKY Club is offeringÌýa powerful weekend retreat filled with evidence-based meditation and breathwork practices, social connection, self-development and stress-management skills that bring calm, clarity and happiness.Ìý There is limited space, and fees apply (scholarships available).

7–9 p.m.ÌýÌýThe Connection
Test your luck with Casino Night! The connection is hosting a night of five-card draw poker, blackjack and roulette


Saturday, March 11

2:30–3:30 p.m.Ìý Duane Physics, RoomÌýG1B30
What is really going on inside black holes? Professor Andrew Hamilton is taking you on a virtual voyage with the Black Hole Flight Simulator.Ìý

7–11 p.m.ÌýÌýThe Connection
Regular bowling is fun, but extreme bowling is better! Enjoy a night of black lights, colored pins and more.Ìý

7:30–8:30 p.m.ÌýÌýATLAS Center, RoomÌýB2
Immerse yourself in live performances from sonic artists. Learn about ambisonics, the immersive audio industry and hear artists discuss their work. Can’t make it on Saturday? The festival is also happening at various times on March 12.


Sunday, March 12

11 a.m.ÌýÌýRec Center, Mind Body Studio
Women of color are underrepresented in U.S. yoga. This Inclusive Rec program hopes to foster mindfulness, community and authenticity.Ìý

1–3 p.m.ÌýÌýThe Connection
How polished are your bowling skills? Come down to The Connection for some friendly competition.Ìý

2:30–3:30 p.m.ÌýÌýFiske PlanetariumÌý
Have you ever dreamed of flying through the sky? Follow your dreams with this fulldome fantasy.