Title: 			Ashdown Spring Exam Study Break
Event Date: 		May 18, 2010, 9-10:30p
Event Location: 	Ashdown House, Hulsizer Room
Projected Attendance: 	150
Prior Attendance: 	

Will alcohol be served? 			No
Will GSC funds be used to purchase alcohol? 	No

Event Description:
Based on feedback from other residence halls and a breakfast event we did in the fall, it has become clear (if it wasn't already) that graduate students appreciate breaks from the end-of-semester rush during exam week. While graduate students may not have many finals, there is usually a major uptick in work around this time.

The purpose of the Ashdown Spring Exam Study Break is to give graduate students a reprieve from their studying and research through fun, food, and fellowship. We will have a variety of substantial food and snacks available, such as pizza, subs, and cookies. We will also be playing funny videos and Web clips using the Hulsizer Room projector, setting a lighthearted tone and encouraging attendees to laugh and have fun instead of stress about work. The event is located at Ashdown rather than on campus, encouraging a laid-back atmosphere. It's planned for Tuesday night in an attempt to avoid conflicts with other "study break"-like events, such as S-P and Ashdown coffee hours.

The event budget reflects the expected costs of providing food for 100+ graduate students (~$5/person), based on experience with similar events (such as the Super Bowl party). The event will be advertised to, and will be free to, all graduate students.

Expenses:
Pizza (30 total)					$325
Party subs (20 feet, serves 80-120)			$200
Snacks (cookies, chips, etc.)				$125
Soda/drinks and utensils				$50

Revenues / Alternative Funding:
Ashdown House Contribution				$100

Total Requested [from GSC]:				$600