Things to do around CSU week 5
- Tuesday 2/10 - Valentine’s Bake Sale
The Education Collective is hosting a Valentine’s themed bake sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Student Center Innerlink to raise funds for their activities. The organization will be selling rice crispy treats, brownies, chocolate covered pretzels and bracelets.
- Wednesday 2/11 - Sip, Laugh, Love
Join the New Era Scholars (NES) for a galentine’s celebration from 5 to 7 p.m. in BH 135. The event is curated for girls to enjoy an evening of painting and non-alcoholic mocktails, where they can unwind, relax and create.
- Thursday 2/12 - Kisses and Condoms
Stop by the Student Center Innerlink from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. as the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority spreads awareness on safe sex.
- Thursday 2/12 - Healthy Relationships 101
The Zeta Phi Beta Sorority is hosting a safe space to discuss what healthy love looks like. Join them from 6:20 to 8 p.m. in BH 201 to talk about communication, respect, consent and boundaries.
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