The Great Chair Race

What better way to kick off the new school year/semester by racing office chairs in the Temple Gallery? The new gallery director, Robert Blackson, thought it was a great idea to get the various departments together and to ignite a bit of friendly rivalry.

There was, of course, an Art History Grads team. "Art History WOO!" A mixture of returning graduate students and some students fresh into the program got a chance to bond as our relay team navigated the hay bales and twisting turns laid out on the gallery floor. We barreled through the first round successfully beating out our opponents in a last minute break away by Diane.

Our energy level stayed high as we watched the remaining teams fly through the course trying to avoid hitting walls, hay bales, and the roped off lanes, failing miserably in most cases. It was hilarious fun for everyone there!

We were pumped up and ready to go for round two and gave it a valiant effort. Sadly, team "Foto #1" beat us out and went on to compete in the next round.

The "Art History WOO!" cheerleaders, Reggie and Eva, enjoying the delicious burrito bar.

And they're off! Round one kicks off with Bethany..

Success! Diane brings "Art History WOO!" to victory.

Kaitlin is suited up and rearing to go for round two.

Louise navigating the course.

In the end it was a great experience and team "Art History WOO!" will always be able to tell people they raced office chairs in a gallery. How many people can say that?!