Free wings and karaoke provide alternative to off-campus fun
By Leanna Praetzel
Staff Writer
Thursday, March 3rd, 2010
On Wednesday nights,
it is quite common for the average Franciscan University of
Steubenville student to attend “Wing Night” at
Zalinsky’s, a local grill in Steubenville, for discounted wings.
However, instead of students flocking to Zalinsky’s for wings on Feb. 24, a change brought the cherished wings to Franciscan University’s J.C. Williams Center.
From 8 to 11:30 p.m., Excite held a “Wing and Sing” gathering in the Atrium and Gentile Gallery of the J.C. Williams Center, which consisted of intense karaoke, a plethora of friends and, of course, wings.
“The free wings are good!” said sophomore A.J. Miller. “911 is definitely my favorite (flavor).”
Tables encircled the inside of the Gallery, each with its own flavor of wings. Offered were 911, Blazin’ Barbeque, Zesty Orange, Hot Ranch, Garlic Parmesan, Honey Barbeque and Tennessee Teasers.
“I have one of every kind right here,” freshman Paul Swingle, Jr., said, pointing to his loaded dish. “I like hot.”
Sophomore Patrick Krivoniak said, “It’s awesome! My favorite wings are the Tennessee Teasers.”
Also on the night’s menu were veggies, including carrots and celery, along with dip.
Ice water and fruit punch were available in drink dispensers on one table, and alcohol was present on another. A limit of two was placed on the alcoholic beverages, and students were carded before they were allowed access.
“Everyone’s being cooperative,” said a Jefferson Security Worker, who wished to remain anonymous, while giving a thumbs-up.
But some students disagreed.
“There’s not enough alcohol tickets,” Krivoniak said.
Some thought that lessening the restraints would still yield cooperation.
“Some people’s tolerances are higher than others,” said Krivoniak. “People should be able to police themselves.”
A stage was set up in front of the university’s bookstore for anyone who wanted to sing karaoke.
The audience was able to enjoy the music while sitting at tables that were clad in green and gold tablecloths.
Bowls of chocolate and mixed nuts were placed in the center of each round table for the crowd’s snacking pleasure.
“It seems like it’s going good,” said Swingle. “It’s a nice setup with a lot of space.”
Three microphones, a wide selection of music, and the lyrics displayed on both a television as well as a projection screen provided for many creative possibilities. There were fun solos and duets, as well as a few group performances.
Sophomore Kristine Rose said, “I like it because it’s karaoke … and karaoke is awesome!”
Singers got the audience to sing, dance and clap to oldies and favorites.
Freshman Mark Fox added, “It’s funny to see people sing their hearts out.”
“Some are better than others,” admitted Miller.
Although the wings had just about vanished by 9:30 p.m., the event’s attendance did not dwindle.
“It’s good community bonding,” said sophomore Kate Paulmann.
“This is a great idea; the wings and the karaoke go together,” said sophomore Machelle Sowinski. “But I’m not a wing person. You couldn’t catch me dead eating wings.”
However, instead of students flocking to Zalinsky’s for wings on Feb. 24, a change brought the cherished wings to Franciscan University’s J.C. Williams Center.
From 8 to 11:30 p.m., Excite held a “Wing and Sing” gathering in the Atrium and Gentile Gallery of the J.C. Williams Center, which consisted of intense karaoke, a plethora of friends and, of course, wings.
“The free wings are good!” said sophomore A.J. Miller. “911 is definitely my favorite (flavor).”
Tables encircled the inside of the Gallery, each with its own flavor of wings. Offered were 911, Blazin’ Barbeque, Zesty Orange, Hot Ranch, Garlic Parmesan, Honey Barbeque and Tennessee Teasers.
“I have one of every kind right here,” freshman Paul Swingle, Jr., said, pointing to his loaded dish. “I like hot.”
Sophomore Patrick Krivoniak said, “It’s awesome! My favorite wings are the Tennessee Teasers.”
Also on the night’s menu were veggies, including carrots and celery, along with dip.
Ice water and fruit punch were available in drink dispensers on one table, and alcohol was present on another. A limit of two was placed on the alcoholic beverages, and students were carded before they were allowed access.
“Everyone’s being cooperative,” said a Jefferson Security Worker, who wished to remain anonymous, while giving a thumbs-up.
But some students disagreed.
“There’s not enough alcohol tickets,” Krivoniak said.
Some thought that lessening the restraints would still yield cooperation.
“Some people’s tolerances are higher than others,” said Krivoniak. “People should be able to police themselves.”
A stage was set up in front of the university’s bookstore for anyone who wanted to sing karaoke.
The audience was able to enjoy the music while sitting at tables that were clad in green and gold tablecloths.
Bowls of chocolate and mixed nuts were placed in the center of each round table for the crowd’s snacking pleasure.
“It seems like it’s going good,” said Swingle. “It’s a nice setup with a lot of space.”
Three microphones, a wide selection of music, and the lyrics displayed on both a television as well as a projection screen provided for many creative possibilities. There were fun solos and duets, as well as a few group performances.
Sophomore Kristine Rose said, “I like it because it’s karaoke … and karaoke is awesome!”
Singers got the audience to sing, dance and clap to oldies and favorites.
Freshman Mark Fox added, “It’s funny to see people sing their hearts out.”
“Some are better than others,” admitted Miller.
Although the wings had just about vanished by 9:30 p.m., the event’s attendance did not dwindle.
“It’s good community bonding,” said sophomore Kate Paulmann.
“This is a great idea; the wings and the karaoke go together,” said sophomore Machelle Sowinski. “But I’m not a wing person. You couldn’t catch me dead eating wings.”