Founder’s Week is from Feb. 24 to March 3, and there is plenty to do to celebrate. Check out some events happening both on campus and off to get in the spirit of celebration for AU’s 125th Founder’s Day.
Founders Game: AU Men's Basketball vs. Bucknell
The AU Men’s Basketball team will play Bucknell at 2 p.m. on Saturday. The game kicks off AU’s celebration of the 125th Founder’s Week. In addition to the exciting game, Head Coach Mike Brennan has pledged to donate $1.25 to the Blue Crew and AU Athletics for every attendee at the game. The first 200 students will receive a Founder’s Day t-shirt. There will also be free Insomnia Cookies and Potomac Pizza for students.
Tickets are free with an AU ID.
Where: Bender Arena
When: Feb. 22 2-4 p.m.
ARTECHOUSE is displaying a psychedelic, fractal art exhibit created by independent media studio Ouchhh through March 4th. The exhibit features an integration of art, science, and technology in every work. There are four installations, “three world travelled and one created in collaboration with ARTECHOUSE” according to their website.
Tickets are $12 during the Daytime Admissions with a student ID and $15 during Evening Admissions.
Where: ARTECHOUSE 1238 Maryland Ave SW, Washington DC 20024
When: Now through March 4. Daytime admissions are Thurs-Mon 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Evening admissions are everyday 5:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. (Sun-Thu) - 11:30 p.m. (Fri & Sat)
Metro: Smithsonian Metro or L'Enfant Plaza
Pop Up Yoga at the US Botanical Garden
WithLoveDC is hosting a pop up yoga session at the United States Botanic Garden on Feb. 24. The event is free and open to all, although the session is first-come-first-serve, especially if the session must be held indoors due to inclimate weather. Attendees are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, water bottle, and a positive attitude.
Where: US Botanic Garden, Conservatory Gallery
When: Feb. 24, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Metro: Federal Center SW
