x102.9′s The Big Ticket
The line up for x102.9′s The Big Ticket has arrived and it’s making the Facebook waves buzz with fan excitement. I was just tagged in two separate posts about the event already! This year Rise Against, Bush, Fun., Silversun Pickups, Of Monsters and Men, Anberlin, Group Love, and Imagine Dragons will be gracing the stages in Metropolitan Park with their presence on Dec. 2.
According to x102.9′s website, $20 pre-sale tickets are available on Wed. Sept. 12 at the following MetroPCS locations:
MetroPCS – Regency
9770 Atlantic Blvd.
Jacksonville, Fl. 32225
Ph: (904) 674-0287
MetroPCS – Southside
8021 Philips Hwy Ste 2
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Ph: (904) 674-0280
MetroPCS – Normandy
7200 Normandy Blvd. #5
Jacksonville, FL 32205
Ph: (904) 674-0284
MetroPCS – Orange Park
8102 Blanding Blvd. Ste 16
Jacksonville, FL 32244
Ph: (904) 674-0286
Additional early bird tickets will be sold on Thurs. Sept. 13 for $25 on TicketMaster.com and at the participating MetroPCS locations. The event is all ages.
Bass in the City
If you can hitch a ride downtown tomorrow, you definitely should.
Bass in the City is going to be like nothing downtown Jacksonville has ever seen. Starting at noon on Saturday, 75 bands and DJs will be playing at five different venues downtown. At just 25 dollars a ticket (30 at the door), the festival doesn’t break the bank for college students.
I had a chance to talk with Chad Hartsfield, the Production Manager for the festival. He oversees the lighting and audio work at all five venues- 1904, the Burro Bar, Underbelly, TSI, and LIT.
When asked what UNF students can expect from Bass in the City, Hartsfield replied, “Students can expect a unique experience, with both national and local acts geared towards bringing people downtown. It’s electronic music ranging from hip-hop to dub-step”.
In addition to the musical acts, there will be local vendors, a hookah lounge, and craft beer tents. The event is all-ages and lasts all day Saturday until 2 a.m. Sunday.
Voice Your Vote Campaign
As part of their college tour, Politic365, an online political magazine, came to UNF for their “Voice Your Vote” campaign. We have covered both presidential campaigns, but this was no ordinary campaign. This campaign was more focused on voter interaction and giving voters a chance to “vent” about issues that they feel are important. The focus of the tour was not to push voters towards one side, Democrat or Republican, but more so to help them be aware of important political issues, encourage them to go out and vote, and, most importantly, make their voices heard!
The event was set up as a discussion between three panelists, UNF SG President Carlo Fassi, and two writers from Politic365. Members of the audience were given the opportunity to speak their mind on a political topic (such as taxes or the environment), what they thought was wrong, and a possible solution. The members on the panel would give their input, and the conversation would continue. I think that the conversation aspect of the even was the most intriguing aspect, in the sense that the conversation helped distinguish it from your typical campaign. This was more of a campaign to persuade voters to go out vote, and, most important, know why they chose the person they voted for. Be sure to watch the clip from the campaign!
On-Campus
Before I write about tomorrow’s event, today there is Osprey Productions New Member (POP’s) Orientation (12 p.m.), Osprey Productions General Meeting (1 p.m.), The Friday Lounge (2 p.m.), and soccer games (6 p.m. and 8 p.m.).
Tomorrow there is the 5th Annual Osprey Tailgate Classic Featuring 3LAU and Twenty One Pilots. It is at 8 p.m. I had written about this event about a month ago, but it is hard to describe how I feel about this event. However, I do want to make it clear that I mean that because I like this event because Osprey Tailgate Classic III was the first mainstage event, I did something for as a Pre-Osprey Productions Member. Osprey Tailgate Classic IV I was Soap Box Ed Committee Chair. Although I am not a committee chair now, I am so happy to go again. I love mainstages, especially while helping at them. For more information, you can look at another On-Campus post, the one that was written about a month ago, which is the first link I put.
On-Campus Post: http://unf-tv.com/happenings/?p=535
2012 Week of Welcome Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/424402490944979/
5th Annual Osprey Tailgate Classic ft. 3LAU and Twenty One Pilots Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/419490594769591/
Osprey Productions Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/OspreyProductions
On-Campus
Tomorrow there is The Friday Lounge. It is at 2 p.m. I have written about The Friday Lounge before, and I am hoping to go again sometime during the semester. There are also two soccer games tomorrow. One is women and one is men. They are at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., respectively. I will write about more events for tomorrow and Saturday tomorrow. I hope you can go to all of the events!
UNF Women’s Center Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/UNF-Womens-Center/139158944523?ref=ts
University of North Florida Athletics website: http://unfospreys.com/
2012 Week of Welcome Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/424402490944979/
On-Campus
Since I did not have a post yesterday, I will have two today. The next one will be up in an hour. Today, in terms of Week of Welcome events, there is Jax Life Fest (8 p.m.). Also, there is I-Dinner. It is at at 5:30 p.m. I love I-Dinners, if you haven’t read any of my other posts I really like food, so I am excited to go. I hope you can go!
I-Dinner (Formerly International Dinner) Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/275116385927347/
UNF Interfaith Center Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/UNFInterfaithCenter
2012 Week of Welcome Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/424402490944979/
On-Campus
Before I write about events that are tomorrow, today there is Osprey Idol (8 p.m.) and Up All Night (9 p.m.). Also, if there are any events you want me to write about, comment on any On-Campus post.
Tomorrow there is Market Day. It is at 10 a.m. I really like Market Days. I will be tabling for a little bit, but I hope I get to go see the other tables, as well. Also, Osprey Productions’ table will have Rock Your Shadow Band. There is also University of North Florida Campus Game: Battle for a Priza Pack and $50. It seems really cool. I have OOHLALA, but I am interested in seeing how to do the University of North Florida Campus Game. Also, there is the Movie Night: “The Avengers.” It is at 4:15 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. I love “The Avengers!” Out of the four movies I saw in the summer, it was probably my favorite. Also, there is a costume contest, so I may wear something either semi-Iron Man or semi-Black Widow. I hope you go to all of the events (and dress up for Movie Night: “The Avengers”), and read tomorrow’s post for more events on Wednesday and Thursday.
2012 Week of Welcome Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/424402490944979/
UNF Market Day Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/UNFMarketDay
Rock Your Shadow Band Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/310693112362265/
University of North Florida Campus Game: Battle for a Priza Pack and $50Facebook events: https://www.facebook.com/events/307916739307465/ and https://www.facebook.com/events/461002743917497/
Movie Night: The Avengers Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/461002743917497/
On-Campus
Before I write about Week of Welcome, if you are thinking about playing for the UNF Rugby club, which I definitely suggest if you are considering it, then make sure you go to the first two links below. I have gone to a couple games the past couple years, and I am definitely planning to go again this year.
In terms of Week of Welcome, today there is the Open House: Intercultural Center for PEACE, AASU and UNF ASIA (11 a.m.), Intramural Sports Open House and Information Session (6:30 p.m.), Karaoke Night (7 p.m.) and Meet the Greeks (8 p.m.).
Tomorrow there is Osprey Idol. It is at 8 p.m. I am hoping I will be able to go, and if I can this will be my fourth time going. Several people usually sing, but I have seen magic, music and dancing as well. I hope you can go!
UNF Rugby Recruitment Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/489436507751511/
UNF Rugby Football Club Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/UNF-RUGBY-FOOTBALL-CLUB/132148072480
2012 Week of Welcome Facbook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/424402490944979/
On-Campus
Before I write about tomorrow’s events, today there is the New Student Convocation (4 p.m.), the 8th Annual “Welcome to College:” Luau (5 p.m.), the Tie-Dye Luau (5:30 p.m.) and floor/building/house meetings.
Tomorrow there is Intramural Sports Open House and Information Session. It is at 6:30 p.m. I have been to one once, but I have not done intramural sports, although I really want to. There is also Karaoke Night. It is at 7 p.m. I may sing, so I apologize to anyone who will be there. Also, there is Meet the Greeks. It is at 8 p.m. As I said a couple days ago when I wrote about Sorority 101, if you are iffy or if you want to be in a fraternity or sorority, go to the event! I hope you go to all of the events!
2012 Week of Welcome Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/#!/events/424402490944979/
Karaoke Night Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/#!/events/340734209344298/
UNF: On the Go
UNF STUDENTS! UNF has finally caught up to the social media world — a UNF Mobile app is available! The app provides such services as:
- Directory: Look up a professor or a UNF employee, give them a call, send an e-mail or find their office via an easy-to-follow map
- Emergency: View and call emergency phone numbers such as 911, the University Police Department, Victim Assistance and the UNF Counseling Center
- Events: View upcoming events, featuring the ability to add events to your smartphone calendar
- Learn: Check Blackboard class announcements and grades from anywhere
- Maps: Find your current campus location with GPS, search for buildings and places on campus and view building photos, so you’ll know where you’re heading
- News: Read the latest headline stories and features on all areas of University life
- UNF Mobile: Access mobile-friendly version of UNF’s website