Lawson State Community College will host Cougar Fest, its annual community give-back event, Saturday, August 8 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the college’s Birmingham campus. The gathering, complete with games, food trucks and giveaways, promises something for everyone, from college students preparing for the fall semester to K-12 students and their families getting ready for the new school year.
Guests can:
Admission is free, and the event is open to the public. Activities will take place on the main campus lawn near Lawson State's Academic Success Center at 3060 Wilson Rd., SW, Birmingham, AL 35221.
“Cougar Fest is a day of fun and excitement and so much more,†said Dorian Waluyn, Executive Director of Strategic Initiatives and External Affairs for the college.
“We’ve partnered with local businesses, area nonprofits, and other supporters to assemble school supplies that will be distributed to students on a first-come, first-served basis. That’s in addition to offering free grooming services to ensure the kids feel confident and prepared as they head back to school.â€
The college added another element to Cougar Fest this year, designed to help new and incoming college students take advantage of campus resources and advisors. Lawson Student Services will be at the event conducting new student orientation, assisting with course registration, and talking with anyone—including parents—interested in attending college.
“Often, adults come out for their kids, but Cougar Fest is also an opportunity for them to explore educational and career pathways available through Lawson State,†Mr. Waluyn added.
Community organizations interested in participating or supporting Cougar Fest may contact Lawson State's Office of Strategic Initiatives and External Affairs at 205-929-6305. Vendor registration information is available on the college’s website at Lawsonstate.edu/
