Campus Update Ep. 99 | SMSU Family weekend and other SMSU on campus events with Assistant Director of the Student Center Ashton Ayres

This week, we have Ashton Ayres, Assistant Director of the Student Center at Southwest Minnesota State University, join us to talk about Family Weekend and other exciting campus events. Ashton highlights the variety of activities planned for students and their families, including:

• Athletic events like football, volleyball, and soccer games.
• Student-led entertainment, such as improv performances by the Drama Club.
• Interactive experiences, including a Planetarium show and the Chemistry Club’s liquid nitrogen ice cream.
• Family Weekend Brunch offers an excellent opportunity for families to connect with the campus community.

The episode also touches on the broader role of the Student Center in organizing and supporting student engagement throughout the year. Ashton touches on how these events foster a sense of belonging and Mustang pride among students and their families.