House Party allows students to compete in freestyle contest
T.J. Gerlach

Staff Writer

On Sept. 21, about 70 students attended House Party 2002 at the Student Life Center.

The party, held by Southern Impact, began at 10 p.m. and ran until 2 a.m. Once through the door, most of the party goers danced to the music played by two live DJs. Others stood around and talked with friends.

At 11 p.m., food was served for everyone s pleasure. Dishes included baked beans, macaroni and cheese, ribs and chicken. Pop and water were available to drink.

 It turned out real great,  said David Collins, sophomore secondary education major.  [It was] a good time and [anyone who came] should have no regret in coming. 

During the night, a contest was held for freestyle rap artists. The contest, judged by the audience, had four contestants who had 45 seconds to  spit  and no profane or suggestive language would be tolerated. Chris Dunlap, junior business administration major at Pittsburg State University, won the contest and received a check for $25.

 This was my first official battle, and it really boosts my confidence,  Dunlap said.  It lets me know I can do it again. 

He also thanked Jesus Christ for his talent.

Another contest held was the  twirking  contest. Three ladies entered, and Jennifer Rhodes of Miami, Okla., won. She received a $25 gift certificate to Victoria s Secret and $50 cash. Rhodes had no comment.

There was a $3 cover charge to get into the party, and most everybody was frisked before passing through the door. The proceeds from the party will go to benefit the United Way.

 Those that went home [this weekend] should have stayed here,  Collins said.