The Student News Site of Midwestern State University

The Wichitan
The Student News Site of Midwestern State University

The Wichitan
The Student News Site of Midwestern State University

The Wichitan
Categories:

Fantasy of lights opens despite cold

Austin Quintero
December 10, 2013

Festival13

University President Jesse Rogers sits on Santa's lap at the Fantasy of Lights opening Dec. 10.
University President Jesse Rogers sits on Santa’s lap at the Fantasy of Lights opening Dec. 10.

Although the 2013 Fantasy of Lights was scheduled to open Dec. 6, the cold weather forced organizers to reschedule for Dec. 10 and more than 300 people attended despite the freezing temperatures.

Organizer Randy Canivel said, “We ran out of hot chocolate cups so I’d say there are at least 300 people here.”

MSU unveiled two new exhibits this year: A Toy’s Christmas and Nutcracker Carousel.

 

Story continues below advertisement
1
View Story Comments
Print this Story
More to Discover
More in Campus
Firsy year honor students present their ideas on how to improve MSU's different aspects of campus, Nov. 23.
Redwine Honors works to improve campus
Students build lava lamps during finals frenzy, Dec 5.
Final Frenzy attendance falls short
This year marks 20 years since the release of "The Polar Express." The movie is an adaptation of Chris Van Allsburg's 1985 children's book by the same name.
Flawed animation and a great cast | “The Polar Express” review
"Wicked" gets nominated for four golden globe's just weeks after it's worldwide release, Nov. 22.
Defying audience expectations | “Wicked” Review
Svetozarevic dribbles up the court to set up the play against the Adams State Grizzlies, Nov. 16.
'Stang leaves home to pursue basketball career
Escobar (11) kicks the ball towards the goal in the game against the Rattlers, Nov. 6.
Mere Escobar etches name in MSU history
More in News
Stovall's goal is to play a key part in Haynie's administration which is to strengthen the ties between MSU and Sheppard AFB, Dec 5.
MSU invests in new VP of Finance
Opinion: Deck the halls with disappointment
Lucius (left) disarms General Acacius (right) in a battle inside the Roman Colosseum during Gladiator II, Nov. 22.
"Gladiator II" through the female gaze
Escobar (11) kicks the ball towards the goal in the game against the Rattlers, Nov. 6.
Escobar rompe el record de goles con MSU
Munoz travels down the field with the ball hoping to score against opponent from UT Tyler, Sept. 28.
Women's top scorer finds home at MSU
"Doomsday" was debuted in her second album "Five Seonds Flat" in 2022, Nov 21.
The Wichitan's Song of the Week: "Doomsday"