Faces were stuffed, music was blasting and laughter filled the air during Texas A&M University-Kingsville’s annual Spring Fling.
On March 27, numerous organizations and clubs gathered around University Boulevard for an opportunity to socialize and have fun with friends while being able to raise money for their organization.
During Spring Fling many organizations will seize the opportunity to promote their club and potentially recruit members.
“It was my first time at Spring Fling, I didn’t know we had that many clubs. It was a good event to just walk around and see the community and the school come together as one,” said Bethany Nieto, Accounting major.
Each organization was allowed to sell only one item, so naturally there was about 100 different selections, ranging from funnel cakes to espiropapas, and even brisket sandwiches.
Fried Oreos were a big hit in this year’s Spring Fling as dozens of students circled around the booth and patiently waited for their order.
Food and drinks ranged from $2 to $5, and by the end of the night most organizations were able to make a profit.
The music was set up by the Javelina statues and could be heard from blocks away.
Spring Fling provides a friendly atmosphere for TAMUK and the community to unite and help each other accomplish their goals by supporting one another.
Spring Fling also showcases the generous hearts in TAMUK as several organizations were planning to donate some of their profit to their favorite charity.
“We are raising money to obviously make a profit and 10 percent of our profit is going to the Sea Life Center in Corpus Christi and we also have a donation box for the rat rescue center that I believe is in San Antonio, their whole building kind of disappeared in a sudden fire so we are trying to raise money for them and give them any medicine needs or just food that they need as well,” said Berenise Valles, president of Vet Tech Club.
Spring Fling allows students to unwind from school, and enjoy a time gathered with friends.
The variety of items and activities allows students and the community to explore new flavors and try new things.
“Our favorite thing about Spring Fling is seeing the entire campus community come out to have fun, and there is tons of awesome food and activities,” said Elisa Guerra, president of TAMUK Staff Council.