11th Annual MainStreet Stride, the University of Cincinnati Red and Black Parade, Takes Place April 15
Youre invited to the 11th ANNUAL MAINSTREET STRIDE
Noon, Friday, April 15
Show your
, and come dressed in your favorite red & black spirit gear! Participate, or cheer from the sidelines!
The parade begins at
University Plaza
promptly at noon with the sound of Tangeman University Centers chimes, and ends at the Campus Recreation Center for Student Government Inauguration, lunch and parade awards.
Departments should reserve space in the Stride lineup for a
dance down MainStreet by Tuesday, April 12:
Awards will be presented by President Ono for Most Creative group, Most Spirited group and Presidents Choice.
The MainStreet Stride, the universitys red & black spirit parade, is an annual tradition that allows the whole campus community to come out and exhibit their university pride.
Watch the animated invitation on the MainStreet Stride Web page.
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