‘Rock Band’, ‘Just Dance’ among activities at event

Rebeca Garcia/Staff Writer

Biscayne Bay Camus’ Student Programming Council hosted Rock Out with SPC, which showcased the talents of singer Daniel Sandler, on Nov. 7, 2011.

Rock Out with SPC is part of the Student Programming Council’s series of Square Days.

“Square Days are a series of events that aims to bring out different entertainers brought for students to enjoy,” Maria Reynaga, SPC-BBC secretary, said. “Today’s theme was Rock Out with SPC.”

The singer for the event was Daniel Sandler, a University senior majoring in Spanish, who covered a series of alternative and rock songs along with his own original songs.

“Daniel had been to one of our previous events and he walked to into the office and spoke to the council and said ‘Make me a vendor, I want to perform for you,’” said Catherine Vega, SPC-BBC President, on how they booked him. “At first we were a little hesitant, but when he brought his guitar in and sang for us, we were on board.”

Along with the talents of Daniel Sandler, Rock Band and Just Dance were made available to students to play. Giveaways, including candy, Rock N’ Roll themed rubber bracelets, Vitamin Water, laptop cases and movie promotional items were given out as well.

There were around 30 students at the event, with several more walking by at any given moment.

Estefa Pinares, junior sociology major, was just walking by and when she heard the music.

“I liked what I was hearing and decided to stay,” Pinares said. “I think it’s nice that SPC does series like these because it brings more talent to the students.”

General curiosity brought Chad Samlalsingh, a junior sociology major, to the event.

“I think it’s important to support events like this,” said Samlalsingh. “It’s a great way to help social interaction in BBC community, and that’s important in a campus that’s primarily made up of commuters.”

Friends Bianca Varjas and Michelle Muskus, both junior journalism majors, were listening to the music while studying for their next class.

“We were studying and heard the music,” said Varjas. “Since there is always giving away free things at events like this, we decided to check it out and were pleasantly surprised by the performer.”

Muskus agreed and added, “He’s really good! I’ll be staying here until I have to go back to class.”

“It brings students together and it’s important to come out to these events,” Varjas said. “It’s our University; we should be aware of what’s going on and show support.”