Campus events
1. Students Demand Action Callout Meeting
When: Sept. 9 at 7 p.m.
Where: Jordan Hall 141
Why attend: The Butler chapter of Students Demand Action will host a callout meeting for any students interested in supporting the end of gun violence. Students Demand Action is a national, youth-led nonprofit organization advocating for stricter gun safety laws. Across the country, students with the organization organize walkouts, talk directly to public officials, run education campaigns and host rallies.
2. Latino Student Union Callout Meeting
When: Sept. 10 at 6 p.m.
Where: Pharmacy Building 150
Why attend: The Latino Student Union (LSU) will introduce their organization to new students at their annual callout meeting. This event is the one-stop shop for those curious about what LSU membership entails, as well as an opportunity to meet board members. LSU hosts dance lessons, movie nights, bonfires and more throughout the year to empower and create community for Butler’s Latino student population.
When: Sept. 11 at 11 a.m.
Where: Hampton Drive
Why attend: Butler’s University Program Council (UPC) brings a different food truck to campus every Friday to celebrate the end of the week and start of the weekend. This week, The Love Bug, a comfort food restaurant, will park on Hampton Drive in front of Atherton Union, and students can get food free of charge upon presentation of a Butler ID.
When: Sept. 13 at 8 a.m.
Where: 4600 Sunset Ave.
Why attend: Support the patients at Riley’s Children’s Hospital (RCH) by signing up for Butler University Dance Marathon’s two-mile color run on campus. Registering to run costs $15, which will go towards funding the equipment, programming, research and more that RCH needs to provide quality medical care.
5. Money Strong: Becoming Money Strong in College & Beyond
When: Sept. 14 at 5 p.m.
Where: Jordan Hall 141
Why attend: Building responsible financial habits in college only sets students up for post-grad success, but learning how to do that is intimidating. This presentation will provide easy financial solutions and address concerns that many college kids share. Anyone can show up and no pre-registration is required. Attending this meeting also fulfills a Butler Cultural Requirement (BCR).
6. Tuesday Spotlight Series — Blue’s Soda Bar
When: Sept. 15 at 1 p.m.
Where: Atherton North Mall
Why attend: UPC is bringing a dirty soda bar to campus as a Homecoming week celebration. Students can choose from any of the drinks on the Blue’s Soda Bar menu or customize their own creations, free of charge.
7. Counseling and Consultation Services presents: Self-Care in Action
When: Sept. 15 at 5 p.m.
Where: HRC 154
Why attend: College is a busy and stressful time. With assignments, clubs, exams, friends, internships and more to juggle, it is easy for students to neglect their mental wellbeing, which is why Butler’s Counseling and Consultation Services (CCS) is presenting on how to take care of oneself. This presentation is open to anyone who is interested and is a BCR credit.
Indianapolis events
When: Sept. 9 from 10 to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Monument Circle
Why attend: The Original Farmers’ Market occurs weekly until Sept. 30 and features local farmers, bakers and artisans. Visitors can purchase fresh, in-season produce, pet products, honey and syrups, herbal health products, jewelry and more. The Original Farmers’ Market partners with Fresh Bucks so that individuals who use the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can purchase fruits and vegetables from local farmers.
When: Sept. 12 at 5:45 p.m.
Where: Victory Field
Why attend: UPC is taking students outside the Butler Bubble to watch the Indianapolis Indians play against the Omaha Storm Chasers. Both baseball fans and non-fans are sure to enjoy exploring downtown Indy, making new memories and perhaps eating a mid-game hotdog — after all, it is what the occasion calls for. Registration for this free event is currently open.
When: Sept. 12 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Newfields
Why attend: Penrod Arts Fair is one of the largest single-day art fairs in the country and has been a fixture of the Indianapolis arts scene since 1967. For $22.89, guests can appreciate the talents of over 1,000 artists and performers working in a variety of mediums, from ceramics and sculptures to photography and leather goods.