By Kelly Aydelotte '29, staff writer
As leaves begin to change color and the air becomes brisk, students at LVC are finding their favorite ways to enjoy this fall season.
From campus traditions, to baking at home and fall events, students have different ways of making the most of the season. For many students, their favorite fall activities are connected to LVC.
The annual Pumpkin Walk is a big tradition that takes place every year at Quittie Creek Nature Park in Annville . It is sponsored by the Quittie Creek Nature Park Committee of the Friends of Old Annville and 12 LVC student clubs. LVC students help run different tables along the trail filled with crafts, Halloween activities, and other games for children and families to enjoy.
Sara Gehrum an LVC 3+2 Clinical Mental Health Counseling student, was at one of the tables at the Pumpkin Walk, helping with the activities and enjoying the event.
“The Pumpkin Walk is great! It’s such a great opportunity for the college to connect with the community and the kids that live in this town, and is such a fun way to celebrate Halloween,” Gehrum said.
Fall is also a time when students begin baking to enjoy the season. As the weather gets colder, people start baking again and making some of their favorite fall treats.
LVC student Danika Setlock a Sophomore Nursing major, says baking is a favorite part of her fall season. She especially enjoys making cinnamon rolls and sharing them with friends and family.
“It’s my favorite to bake during the fall because the cinnamon and other spices in it are the perfect way to warm up after being outside in the crisp fall weather, especially directly out of the oven,” Setlock said.
For those interested in this fall treat, here’s a sneak peek of some of the ingredients in Danika’s cinnamon roll recipe.
- [Whole milk]
- [Yeast]
- [Unsalted butter]
- [Brown Sugar]
- [Cinnamon]
- [Heavy Cream]
- [Cream cheese]
Another way students enjoy the fall season is making memories by attending fall events with friends and getting involved in the community.
Gianna Iovine LVC student in the physical therapy program said one of her favorite fall memories from college have been volunteering with Newman Club at St. Paul’s Trunk or Treat.
“It was so much fun seeing all the kids dressed up in their costumes and getting to give back to the community,” Iovine said.
She also enjoyed visiting the Seyfert’s Corn Maze as another way to enjoy this fall season.
“It was a great way to enjoy the fall weather and get into the fall spirit with pumpkins and the corn maze. Both experiences have made my time so far in college so memorable,” Iovine said.
For some students, just the feeling and atmosphere of fall is what makes the season so special.
LVC student Claire Weidenhammer a Senior Biology major enjoys all that comes with the fall season, especially celebrating Halloween.
“My favorite thing about fall is seeing the leaves change and trying the fall specials at coffee shops. I like to celebrate Halloween by watching scary movies and dressing up and celebrating with my friends,” Weidenhammer said.
Homecoming is another fall tradition that students look forward to each year. Every year LVC’s annual homecoming brings families, alumni and more together. This is a time for the LVC community to come together and enjoy events. One of the biggest being LVC’s homecoming football game.
LVC student Sara Gehrum favorite fall tradition is Homecoming.
“I love tailgating with my friends and spending time with the community surrounding LVC! Homecoming brings everyone together and win or lose we have such a great time being together,” Gehrum said.
With so many ways to enjoy this season, fall gives LVC students many opportunities to make memories, spend time with friends and family, and celebrate their favorite fall traditions.