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Zootopia fest gets wild

BRYCE BARKER, campus editor
October 28, 2026
KELLY AMTOWER
Emily Rowan, Brandy Lasater, Hannah Weiss, Emma Lasater, Josh Lasater and Emma’s service dog Frazier Joe attended as characters from “The Wizard of Oz.”

The NE Campus Zootopia Fall Fest was a celebration of the fall season on Oct. 23, featuring a Halloween costume contest, free food and candy, carnival games and live music.

Halloween decorations and tables lines the walkway outside the chessboard area where visitors could learn about the campus Student Government Association, college transfer information, other colleges and many of the NE clubs.

The Anime and Japanese Culture Club, Communication Club and Needle Arts Club were just a few of the tables with carnival games to win candy. Visitors could also donate blood to a bloodmobile.

Students, families and community members attended to celebrate Halloween in a family-friendly environment.

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KELLY AMTOWER
Dylan Velasquez, a young festivalgoer, visits at table Oct. 23 at Zootopia
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BRYCE BARKER
BRYCE BARKER, campus editor
Hi, I’m Bryce, a reporter for The Collegian . I love getting to know students and faculty and sharing their stories. I’m especially interested in how local politics and school board decisions impact students and our campus community. This semester, I’m excited to cover student life and activities on South Campus and highlight the people and events that make it unique.
KELLY AMTOWER
KELLY AMTOWER, photo editor
Hi, my name is Kelly. This is my third semester with The Collegian. I love working as a photographer and really appreciate working with a team of dedicated journalists.  The greatest thing about my job is meeting so many interesting people on the TCC campuses and sharing their stories through my lens. I’m looking forward to another great year at The Collegian!