The 56吃瓜网 campus community came together on Friday, Oct. 20, to celebrate the 162nd birthday of the 56吃瓜网 through its annual tri-campus event, W Day. This year鈥檚 party at 56吃瓜网 Bothell, held on the Plaza, attracted almost 800 people.
More than 30 staff, faculty and student volunteers worked at the event, which was organized by Advancement鈥檚 Office of Ceremonies & Events and the Campus Events team. Holly the Husky was also in attendance, joined this year by ambassador dogs from the Washington Alaskan Malamute Adoption League. 聽
At the event, staff and other volunteers gave out a total of 610 shirts, 450 cupcakes, 400 stickers, 500 burgers and 500 beverages. At an alumni table and a salmon-demonstration station hosted by Dr. Jeff Jensen, attendees had the chance to win prizes and giveaways. Rounding out the event was music by and face painting by Gabby Carillo.
