Whether you’re part of a student organization or planning an incredible welcome back party for returning students, creating a unique college event can take a lot of organization and ingenuity. If you’re looking for ways to elevate your next college event, here are a couple of ideas to encourage students to show up and participate:
- Define your goals. Before planning out the nitty gritty details of your event, consider the main goals you want to accomplish. For instance, do you want to simply welcome students back after summer break, raise funds for a specific group or activity, or give students a fun break after finals week?
- Create a theme. A unique theme can make it easier to decorate for the event, market the special occasion around campus, and encourage students to dress up and become more involved in the festivities. For instance, throwback themes (such as ‘80s or ‘90s events) and pajama parties can be major hits.
- Rent party supplies that foster camaraderie and fun. Many college events feature music, food, and dancing, but not everyone feels comfortable getting out on the dance floor. By selecting unique entertainment options, such as inflatable obstacle courses, dunk tanks, or rock walls, you can pique the interest of more students and boost attendance.
- Ask for feedback after the event. To create engaging parties that students will look forward to, it’s important to understand what people loved and didn’t love about the last event. Anonymous surveys can be a quick and informal way to gather information about what might work well for the next college event.
For more information on turning ordinary college events into memorable experiences, reach out to our team at Anytown Entertainment for the high-quality party rental supplies you need!