THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
MONDAY, JUNE 4, 2012
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Top 10 things to do before summer's end
JESSICA JANASZ/KANSAN
Splashing around in the Chi Omega Fountain is one of students' favorite traditions over the years, on top of a fun and practical way to cool off during the summer.
VICTORIA PITCHER
JESSICA JANASZ/KANSAN
vpitcher@kansan.com
The Spencer Museum of Art hosts events and activities such as 'Art in the Global Context' from 1:15-2:20pm on June 6th and a workshop to create your own art on June 9th.
If you are lucky enough to be staying in Lawrence for the summer, now is the best time to explore campus. Maybe you need something to do in between classes, or you just want to get to know the campus a little better Here are 10 things to do on campus this summer.
1. Spencer Museum of Art
For an escape from the sweltering heat, check out the Spencer Museum of Art. It houses almost 36,000 works of art from around the world, and it's free. Spencer Museum of Art is open limited hours Tuesday through Sunday. For hours and current exhibition information, go to spencerartku.edu.
2. Potter Lake
Play a game of Frisbee with friends or pack a picnic at Potter Lake. In its prime, Potter Lake was used for boat and swimming races. Now that the water is no longer in great condition, students find other ways to enjoy the area. Students with a valid fishing license can fish in Potter Lake, but eating the fish is not recommended.
3. Swim in the Chi Omega Fountain
Maybe you need a quick cool down or maybe you need to take the right of passage before graduation, but swimming in the Chi Omega fountain is one of KU's many traditions. In 1952, the Chi Omega fountain was approved as a memorial for the alumnae of the KU Lambda chapter. It is 12 feet in diameter, and according to KU Info, it holds 8,500 gallons of water.
4. Jaybowl
If you are looking for something to do with your friends, head down to the first floor of the Kansas Union for a game of bowling. Jaybowl offers games for students at $2.50 a game, and every Friday is $1 bowling. Jaybowl is open limited hours every day from June 1 to July 1.
5. Climb the Chalk Rock
If you want to test your strength and skill, or maybe even your fear of heights, climb the rock wall located in the Ambler Student Recreation Center. The rock wall, which was recently named the Chalk Rock, is a way to exercise that is different than the usual workout routine. The Chalk Rock is open Monday through Thursday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., and is free to students who are enrolled in summer classes.
6. Take a KU Fit class
With a little more time on your hands during the summer, you can try out a fit class. KU Fit offers a variety of classes from cycling to zumba. They have classes for all levels of experience. KU Fit passes cost $25 for unlimited classes during the summer. Facility use is paid through required campus fees for enrolled summer students. For those students not enrolled, they can pay for a summer membership at the recreation center.
7. Wescoe Wonders
There is just something about Wescoe. Wescoe Beach is where students like to sit and study or maybe people watch. And the Underground is a popular student hangout. "Going to the Underground is a fun and easy way to meet new people," said Keith Johnson, a senior from Topeka. Johnson said he likes to get coffee and strike up conversations with people.
JESSICA JANASZ/KANSAN
The rock wall inside the Ambler Student Recreation Center, now known as the Chalk Rock, is a fun and challenging way to get your exercise in during the summer.
8. Watch the fireworks on campus
This Fourth of July, if you are hunting for a tall building to watch the fireworks, look no further than campus. "I like to show people the view from the roof of the union," said Matt Mendoza, a senior from Winfield. The top of the Kansas Union parking lot is not only a great view of campus, it makes for a high-up spot for watching fireworks.
9. Get pampered
If you are in need of a haircut, but are short on cash, check out Salon Hawk. And while you are there, you
can get a tan at Sun of a Beach Tanning. Salon Hawk and Sun of a Beach Tanning are located on the third floor of the Kansas Union, and they accept Beak Em Bucks.
10. Eat on campus
Maybe you have avoided the dining areas during regular semesters because they are overcrowded or you just didn't have time. Now is the perfect opportunity to eat on campus. Maybe even try the Impromptu Café, a full-service restaurant located on the third floor of the Kansas Union. It is open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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