Registrar’s Office Great Pumpkin Silent Auction
Once again, the Registrar’s Office will be holding the Great Pumpkin Silent Auction in support of the United Way. Over the past 6 years, we have raised close to $5000 with the help of campus-wide support for this initiative!
If you would like to participate in the silent auction this year, or if you know a creative person who may want to get in on the fun, here are the details:
Artificial “craft” pumpkins or Halloween themed gift baskets:
Pumpkin drop off: Monday, October 23rd (between 8:30 am to 1:00 pm)
Drop off location: Registrar’s Office, 300 Tory
Silent auction ends: Friday, Oct 27th at 1:00 pm
Winner’s pay/pick up: Friday, Oct 27th (1:00 pm – 4:00 pm)
Freshly carved pumpkins*:
Pumpkin drop off: Wednesday, October 25th (between 8:30 am to 1:00 pm)
Drop off location: Registrar’s Office, 300 Tory
Silent auction ends: Friday, Oct 27th at 1:00 pm
Winner’s pay/pick up: Friday, Oct 27th (1:00 pm – 4:00 pm)
*Sadly, in previous years we had some rotting pumpkins that didn’t make it through the week. Therefore, due to the “decay factor” we ask that any freshly carved pumpkins be dropped off mid-week.
Please let me know if you wish to submit a pumpkin, all we need to know is:
- Your name and contact information
- Your department’s name
- Your pumpkin’s name
- Description of any incentives bundled with your pumpkin
Here are a few useful pumpkin carving tips:
- Pumpkins can be painted, decorated, or carved
- We accept any type of pumpkin or gourde (artificial craft pumpkins accepted)
- Enhancements/bundles are encouraged (a pumpkin may include gift a certificate or other items)
- If you are carving a pumpkin, the fresher the better. (Tip: it helps to slow decay if you wash the insides with a mild bleach solution and coat the cut edges with petroleum jelly)
- I’ve attached a few photos from previous years so that you can see some of the wonderful creations!
Lastly, be sure to drop by the Registrar’s Office the last week in October to see some of the amazing pumpkins and to join in on the silent auction fun!
Here are some pictures from previous years to give you some inspiration!
