Shrek, Softball, and Student Fun: March News Roundup from TheFull360 -

By Hannah Citron, Aubrey Ennis, and Rebecca Worthington

From magical musicals to major moves in higher education, March has been packed with exciting updates at Delaware Valley University and beyond. Here’s what’s been happening around campus, according to this month’s Full360 student newscast.

Shrek the Musical Takes the Stage

After a semester of rehearsals, the DelVal Drama Club is ready to hit the stage with their spring production of Shrek the Musical. If you love fairytales, ogres, and catchy songs, you won’t want to miss it.

Performances will be held in the Life Sciences Building auditorium on April 4th and 5th. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the show starts at 7:00 p.m.. Full360 reporters caught up with cast member Liv Rexrode last week for a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into bringing this beloved story to life.

Harvard Shakes Up Higher Ed with New Tuition Policy

In national news, Harvard University made headlines with a groundbreaking tuition announcement. Starting this year, all students from families earning less than $200,000 per year will be able to attend Harvard for free. Additionally, students from families earning under $100,000 will also receive free housing and meals.

This move is expected to influence discussions around affordability and access in colleges across the country — and may signal major changes ahead for higher education.

SPB and Gaming Society Host Cozy Night

Back on campus, the Student Programming Board (SPB) and Gaming Society teamed up to host “Cozy Night” on March 28th — an evening of relaxation, games, and giveaways in the Commuter Lounge.

Students were invited to wear pajamas, play board and video games, enjoy snacks, and enter raffles to win prizes including LEGO sets and Squishmallows. SPB encourages all attendees to fill out their annual event survey, found in the “This Week at DelVal” email or by scanning posters around campus.

Softball Season Heats Up After Myrtle Beach Trip

The DelVal Softball team returned from their spring break trip to Myrtle Beach with energy and momentum. After a strong season last year, fans are eager to see whether the team can continue their winning streak as regular season play kicks off.

Full360 caught up with player Maddie Donnelly, who shared her thoughts on the team’s focus this season. For a full schedule of games, visit athletics.delval.edu.

A-Day Turns 75 This April

DelVal’s largest and longest-standing tradition is just weeks away. The 75th annual A-Day Fair will take place from Friday, April 25 through Sunday, April 27. The student-run event is open to the community and features food, games, farm animals, and exhibits — with proceeds supporting DelVal’s clubs and student organizations.

Full360 reporters spoke to students about what they’re most excited for this year — and the buzz on campus is already building.

Chuck E. Cheese Launches Monthly Membership

In a surprising bit of consumer news, Chuck E. Cheese is rolling out a monthly subscription plan, aiming to become a regular part of family outings — right up there with Costco trips and grocery runs. The childhood favorite hopes to bring more families back through its doors with the new offering.