MEDIA CONTACT: Enid Arbelo (585) 276-3256, enid.arbelo@rochester.edu

November 14, 2006

Rally kicks off basketball season

TIME, DATE, AND PLACE: 9 to 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 15, in the Palestra on the University of Rochester's River Campus

ADMISSION: Free and open to students, faculty, and staff

To kick off the basketball season and increase awareness of sports on campus, the Sophomore Class Council is hosting a night reminiscent of an old-fashioned pep rally with food, games, and performances by the Midnight Ramblers, D'motions, and the University Cheerleaders.

The event, co-sponsored by the Varsity Student Athletic Advisory Committee, is a way to encourage the University community to attend more sporting events and cheer on their fellow Yellowjackets.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Marycarol Karl, (585) 274-2448

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