George Washington Week

George Washington Week is a collaborative effort between Lock & Chain, Student Union, and many student groups to encourage school spirit, build lasting traditions, and foster debate and dialogue about the legacy of our school's namesake. Most importantly, George Washington Week is a celebration of the man who inspired a nation with his wooden teeth and white wig. It's a time for WashU students to come together and celebrate the awesomeness of our founding father and Washington University in St. Louis.

EVENTS AND PROGRAMS SPONSORED BY

2010 EVENTS AND PROGRAMS

All Week

  • Celebrate our Namesake's Birthday Wash. U. Style!
  • Bon Appètit serves special colonial dining options in the Danforth University Center and The Village.

Monday, February 15th

  • 9:00 A.M. - EnCouncil will pass out donuts at the Underpass.
  • 11:00 - 1:00 P.M. - Celebrate George Washington's birthday in the Danforth University Center with cake!
  • Colonial Lunch Menu - Roasted Turkey with Country Gravy, Green Beans and Roasted Potatoes $6.95 (Danforth University Center).
  • 2:00 - 6:00 P.M.- Horse and Buggy Rides starting at the Danforth University Center by Lock and Chain. First 40 people to ride receive a free cookie from Bon Appètit!
  • 8:00 P.M. - Congress of the South 40 will sponsor a Residential College Cake-Off in Ursa's. All students are invited to watch and taste!
  • Colonial Dinner Menu- Chicken Pot Pie (The Village).

Tuesday, February 16th

  • 9:30 A.M. - Sophomore Class Council will pass out bagels at the Underpass.
  • 11:00 - 1:00 P.M. - Come celebrate Mardi Gras with our celebration in the Danforth University Center.
  • Colonial Lunch Menu - Beef and Potato Stew $5.95 (Danforth University Center).
  • 3:00 P.M. - Join us for Tuesday Tea and cherry tarts in the Danforth University Center.
  • 4:00 P.M. - Sophomores celebrate with your major department at Sophomore Convocation in Graham Chapel.
  • 6:00-8:30 PM- Free Soda with Pizza Slice purchase at the Trattoria Verde in the Danforth University Center.
  • 8:00 P.M. - Watch the best of the best teams compete in Wash U's Best Dance Krew, presented by IFC and PanHel.

Wednesday, February 17th

  • 11:00 - 1:00 P.M. - Attend EnCouncil's premier Cheap Lunch of the semester in Lopata Hall.
  • Colonial Lunch Menu - Baked Country Ham with Boston Baked Beans $6.95 (Danforth University Center).
  • 5:30 P.M. -Join the Career Center to learn the basics of fine dining with their Etiquette Dinner in Orchid Room, DUC 128.
  • Colonial Dinner Menu- Carved Ham with Baked Beans and Green Beans (The Village).
  • 8:00 P.M.- Check out the start of KWUR Week with their first concert in the Gargoyle.

Thursday, February 18th

  • 11:00 - 1:00 P.M.- Freshman Class Council will be throwing a Homecoming Party in the Danforth University Center complete with "cheesyÓ Homecoming Food Specials!
  • Colonial Lunch Menu - Pennsylvania Dutch Chicken on Egg Noodles $6.95 (Danforth University Center).
  • 5:00 P.M. - Campus Programming Council's weekly Happy Hour takes a special twist, complete with cherry pie and beer.
  • 6:00 P.M. - Cross the Delmar Loop Night with Bear Discounts and head to the Loop for special deals and discounts at local restaurants.
  • Colonial Dinner Menu- Oyster Soup with Creamed Biscuits (The Village).
  • 10:00 P.M. - Head out to Morgan Street for a true birthday party celebration with Club Night, sponsored by Joint Class Council.

Friday, February 19th

  • 11:00 - 1:00 P.M.- Come out to Friday Frenzy in the Danforth University Center with Red Alert and WU Cheerleaders.
  • Colonial Lunch Menu - Colonial Ham and Bean Soup with Cornbread $1.75/ Cup (Danforth University Center).
  • 6:00 P.M. - Come early to the Women's Basketball Game for a free shirt and to support Breast Cancer Awareness for the Susan G. Komen night!
  • 8:00 P.M. - Celebrate Senior Night at the Men's Basketball Game and stay through halftime for the Wigging of this year's George and Martha.
  • Jostens representatives will be in the lobby during the game!

Proudly presented by Lock and Chain Sophomore Honorary, CS40, IFC, PanHel, KWUR, EnCouncil, Campus Programming Council, Bear Discounts, Joint Class Council, Career Center, DUC Programming Board, WU Cheerleaders, Red Alert and Student Union.

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Lock & Chain Coordinators

HISTORY