Winter Ball to celebrate holiday season in style
- Cost is $5 with any student ID, and $7 for general admission
- The Winter Ball is considered by many the "social event of the year"
By Stephen Sossamon, Staff Writer
The Black Student Association is holding their 4th Annual Winter Ball, from 7 to 11 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 7, in the College Union.
“It’s just a big gathering,” said club secretary Sharee Demby.
The Winter Ball is often refered to as the “social event of the year” by many clubs, and BSA has won the Student Clubs and Organizations award by that name three years in a row.
Demby said this year the club hopes it will be the “biggest party ever.”
“It’s supposed to be the most fun you have before finals,” she said.
The cost will be $5 with a student ID (and that is for any college student ID), and $7 for general admission.
“All students are welcome to come, even if you aren’t an OCCC student,” Demby said.
This year, the theme is “A Moment in Time,” which was supposed to be last year’s theme, but an ice storm changed that.
“Last year there wasn’t a Winter Ball because of bad weather,” said Demby.
This year’s event will feature a live disk jockey, who is bringing diverse music to suit the needs of the diverse genres students enjoy, free food and free drinks.
According to the club’s event poster, there will also be a contest for the best dressed single and couple.
BSA President Alexis Griffis said the “contest judging will be based on committees that the club has.”
The prize for the best dressed couple will be an all expense paid date, funded by the club.
The prize for the best dressed single woman will be a gift certificate to a spa, and the best dressed man will receive a gift certificate to a clothing store.
Those attending the Winter Ball are encouraged to dress in formal attire. Tuxedos and evening gowns are encouraged, although Sunday best is also appropriate.
Griffis said the club is planning to offer photographs of the ball via email.
Anyone interested in photos can contact Griffis.
Demby said she hopes to get other organizations involved as well.
Tickets can be purchased at the door or from Black Student Association members.
For more information on the Winter Ball, contact Demby at 405-639-8630.
