Video: Free SUA events attract more students

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SUA has seen a record increase in students who attend free events.  Ticketed events, however, have not been meeting expected attendance.

SUA has seen a record increase in students who attend free events. Ticketed events, however, have not been meeting expected attendance.

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Nathan Mack, SUA vice president, discusses the future of SUA.

Nathan Mack, SUA vice president, discusses the future of SUA.

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Michelle Compton, SUA student development adviser, discusses ideas for future SUA events.

Michelle Compton, SUA student development adviser, discusses ideas for future SUA events.

Student Union Activities has seen a record number of students attending its free events. Nathan Mack, SUA vice president, attributed the increase to the poor economy and said SUA would plan next fall's events accordingly.

SUA plans on revamping the SUA Preferred Student Card. The new card will allow students to get discounts at places around the Union.

 

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