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IN A FLASH: Celebrate Our 'Unofficial' Mascot!

The annual Black Squirrel Festival is back for its 41st year. Planned and organized by the student-staffed Flashes Activities Board, the festival takes place from 4-7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 29, on Risman Plaza and the Student Green.

Student hugging someone in a black squirrel costume

The festival  attracts more than 3,000 people to the Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ Campus annually and this year, it's part of Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State’s Parents and Families Appreciation Weekend.

2023 Black Squirrel Festival logo design.

It's a huge, campus event that offers something for everyone. Click here to see what's happening this year. 

Black squirrel eating an acorn

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POSTED: Friday, September 29, 2023 08:07 AM
Updated: Friday, September 29, 2023 02:56 PM
WRITTEN BY:
Phil B. Soencksen