Lamar Dining will host its annual “Delightful” week, Feb. 12- 16, in Brooks-Shivers Dining Hall.
As “Delightful” week approaches, the preparations are in full swing to create an inviting atmosphere at the dining hall.
“We will be utilizing an area of the dining hall that everyone passes by as they enter,” Lamar Dining Marketing Manager Jennifer Melnychuk said. “Our team will decorate, and there will be clear signage describing all the activities and giveaways.”
Using vibrant decorations and informative signage, the event will complement the broader goal of nurturing appreciation, fostering active participation, and spreading positivity in the Lamar University community, Melnychuk said. “Delightful” is part Chartwells’ “Joyful” campaign.
“Our primary focus is our students, and we support their intellectual growth and maturation as well-rounded people steeped in high quality educational programs and expansive experiences,” Lamar Dining Senior Director Bryce Sinclair said. “Our goal is to be a part of Chartwells’ effort to execute 500,000 Acts of Kindness throughout the week. By participating in delivering acts of kindness with our guests and communities, it aligns with both the university’s values through community and student-focus.”
Feb. 12 kicks off with a heartwarming activity — writing letters to senior citizen centers, Melnychuk said. The event also features a candy buffet station, where students and guests can create their own candy bags, complete with kindness cards.
On Feb. 13, the dining hall will have a surprise lunch menu, along with an opportunity to pick up a kindness card to share with someone special.
On Feb. 14, attendees are encouraged to share a random act of kindness they’ve completed during the week, with special cards provided. On Feb. 15, participants can indulge their creative side by decorating cookies and sharing them with friends.
To wrap up the week, on Feb. 16, there will be an opportunity to make dog toys for local shelters, embodying the spirit of kindness to animals.
“I’m excited about the events and all of the different activities that will be available throughout the week,” Kyndall Kelley, New Caney senior, said. “I like that the theme is all about spreading kindness. It brings a really cozy feeling to the dining hall.”
“Delightful” also includes giveaways and treats. Participants can earn entries into a drawing, with prizes including a $100 Amazon gift card, and a pizza and movie bundle worth $60.
“We will post teasers each day about the giveaways, but to fully understand, you will have to join us in the dining hall at lunchtime,” Melnychuk said.
The @LamarDining Instagram will serve as the primary platform for sharing event details.