The Campus Activities Board hosted its annual CABsino event Friday, Nov. 21, in the CSU Student Center, offering students and visitors a night of mock gambling, live music and food.
CAB chooses a different theme each year, with this year’s event recommending a black-tie dress code, though students were free to wear whatever they wanted, with many opting for the latter.
The evening featured live performances from a DJ and a band playing a mix of music.
Attendees were able to gamble with mock chips in several games, including blackjack, baccarat, roulette, poker and Texas hold ‘em.
Gaming tables were set up on the first and third floors of the Student Center. The third floor provided a more isolated and chill atmosphere away from the louder music downstairs.
“This is more of a part-time job, so this is my third or fourth time attending this CSU event,” said Mark Liebling, a blackjack dealer. “The best part about this job is I get to enjoy dealing and not lose money because I enjoy gambling, just don’t enjoy losing real money.”
A buffet offered a wide variety of foods, including a salad bar, pasta, macaroni, breads, a soda fountain and roasted tenderloin.
Cleveland State students could attend for free, but non-student guests had to pay a $10 entry fee. Each attendee received a voucher for 50 chips to start off with, but unlike previous years there was no bonus for dressing according to the theme.
“My favorite part of CABsino was probably playing blackjack or roulette because they were my favorite games to play and because they're the easiest ones,” said Ryan, a guest and CSU alumnus. “I graduated in May, but my sister's a student here, and I wanted to come back with her to attend the event again.”
Players could redeem their chips for raffle tickets to win prizes such as a Nintendo Switch, Bluetooth headphones, a tablet or a mystery prize.
CAB will announce the winners for the raffles on Dec. 1.
Recent News
CSU Rec Center launches free fall group fitness classes
The Cleveland State University Recreation Center has been offering fall group fitness, offering more than 20 free classes e
Cleveland celebrates Day of the Dead
Cleveland held its 22nd annual festival, Nov. 1, honoring those who have passed, featuring vibrant altars, a parade, and community celebrations at Gordon Square Arts District.
'Culture Craft Night' builds community through creativity
CSU's Campus Activity Board hosted the event which offered students the opportunity to learn about cultural crafts from around the world.
The New Era Scholars host Women’s Week: “Women United” event
“We wanted women to feel community with each other,” said Angellise Gray, vice president of the New Era Scholars. “With the women's center being shut down, women have lost their safe space to talk with one another.”
How to build a stronger resume: tips from CSU Career Services
Career Services helps students turn their resumes into strong, professional tools for success.
CSU launches AI Teaching and Learning Lab for students
Set to open in spring 2026, the new lab in Berkman Hall will help students start to get a sense of what artificial intelligence is, experiment with it and engage ethically.
Cleveland State’s ELITE Program redefines ‘Earn and Learn’
Launched by the Washkewicz College of Engineering, the program helps students gain paid industry experience and provides a path to employment after graduation.
CSU students take 1st prize at media and arts festival in Vietnam
The Van Lang University auditorium buzzed with anticipation mid-summer as the animation awar
Students celebrate International Day of Sign
Cleveland State students marked the U.N. recognized International Day of Sign Languages to raise awareness of the challenges people with hearing conditions face and how community members can get involved.
WKYC welcomes students for behind-the-scenes newsroom tour
WKYC News Director Julie Flynn stood before a group of Cleveland State University and John Carroll University students last week with one clear message: home is where the heart is.
‘Operation Love’ delivers food, supplies to Cleveland students and local residents
Cleveland State University student group New Era Scholars partnered with community organization New Era Cleveland last week to provide food, clothing and hygiene items to hundreds of people during a neighborhood event called "
Theta Rho hosts bake sale to raise breast cancer awareness
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Theta Rho chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc.
A campus divided? CSU student political leaders speak up
Student leaders of Cleveland State University’s two leading liberal and conservative political organizations discuss growing polarization on campus and why preserving open, respectful dialogue is key to keeping political tensions from boiling over.
Education Away Fair showcases off-campus academic programs
“Education Away is more than studying abroad,” said Ruthie Sasso, graduate assistant for Education Away. “We have all these opportunities that can kind of fit anyone's needs.”
Meet Dr. Peter Koritansky, head of CSU's Center for Civics, Society and Culture
CSU hired Dr. Koritansky after the Ohio legislature in 2023 mandated that five of the state's 14 public universities set up centers to strengthen student understanding of U.S. history, politics and culture.
IngenuityFest celebrates 20 years of cultivating community and creativity
This weekend, IngenuityLabs will welcome the Greater Cleveland community to three days of adventure, innovation and imagination.
Cleveland Gaming Classic 2025 spotlights indie developers
This year's Cleveland Gaming Classic, a three-day convention, highlighted new guests, events, and indie developers at the I-X Center
