The Honors College Student Council, or HCSC, is continuing its tradition of thanking students who helped raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital by throwing its fourth annual HCSC Mardi Gras Bash this Wednesday.
HCSC provides both social and service events for students in the Honors College, according to biological engineering junior Linda Cross. Cross, who serves as HCSC vice president of service, said, “Everyone is invited to the Mardi Gras Bash, though, as long as they donate to St. Jude’s.”
Cross said the council coordinates many service events, including kickball or softball tournaments with Best Buddies, a non profit organization that works closely with those disabled intellectually and developmentally. In fall 2012, HCSC volunteered at the 2K Walk for Kicks with the East Baton Rouge Parish School System Homeless Program, which provides shoes for homeless children.
The social events put on by HCSC include trivia nights in the French House on campus and holiday parties, Cross said.
HCSC President Mia Ferriss said the council holds the Mardi Gras Bash every year at the Varsity Theatre to thank people who donate to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Ferriss, a physics senior, said the council asks for donations at table sittings, through the weekly Honors College newsletter or through friends.
Ferriss said The Chimes Restaurant and Tap Room will cater the event, and there will be a DJ.
“It’s a great way for people to relax before break,” Ferriss said.
Biochemistry sophomore Katie Huang is attending the bash for the first time this year. Huang said she is going to celebrate raising money for a great cause and for “good food and company.”
HCSC’s Mardi Gras Bash will be from 8 to 11 p.m. Wednesday at the Varsity Theatre and is open to all students as long as they make a donation to St. Jude. There will be a raffle and door prizes from restaurants in the Baton Rouge area.
What: HCSC Mardi Gras Bash
Where: The Varsity Theatre
When: Feb. 6, 8 to 11 p.m.
Cost: Must donate to St. Jude’s to attend
