Green River students kicked off the start of spring with a bang last week during the annual gator bash.
Formerly called springapalooza, gator bash is an annual week-long event that has been around for eight years. "Gator bash is mostly just a way for the students to have fun and blow off some steam before finals," says Jamie Cho, special events coordinator for CLEO.
To help blow off steam, students participated in the car bash; an old car sat on a tarp in the commons and, for a small fee, students could beat the crap out of the car to help relieve stress from finals.
Just a one dollar was all it took to hit the car and five to break a window. The car had taken its fair share of damage by the end of the day.
At a safe distance away from the car bash, Cascade Regional Blood Services had a colorful van where generous gators could donate blood to help save the life of someone in need.
Local band, My Dear Disco, came to perform in the commons, with posters and cds to promote their band.
Just a little further away from the new style of rock of My Dear Disco was a homage to an older style of rock.
Green River student and vendor, Dennis Bergman, had a stand dedicated to selling vinyl records and classic rock posters. "I started coming a couple years ago," she said. "Young people seem to be developing more of an interest for classic rock."
On Tuesday, students were able to get a laugh and maybe a little bit of payback with the "pie bash." Once a certain amount of money was earned for the fundraiser, students would be able to bash some of their favorite teachers in the face with pie.
As the week continued, there was another performance by a local band, My Hero, in the Lindbloom Student Center main dining area. There was also a giant inflatable bounce house for students to jump around in the cafeteria.
Wednesday, there was a barbeque to raise money for scholarships just outside of the student center. Thursday the sun decided to grace the commons with its presence. Students were able to keep cool with Jamba Juice and free ice cream sandwiches. There were also stylish sunglasses, and Mary Kay make-up on sale in the entrance of the student center.
Ending the week, there was free popcorn in the Linbloom Student Center. There were also henna tattoos for students who were feeling a little artsy.
All in all, Green River students showed that they know the proper way to welcome in the spring spirit.
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