UNI students 'Paint the Town Red'

You don't have to look far to find the hard work UNI students put forth to give back. The Public Relations: Special Events class is a perfect example. A first-time, experimental class at UNI, students were given the task to plan a special event either on campus or in the community. The easy part was deciding the event would benefit people, but the hard part was deciding what group of people or organization it would benefit.

After much discussion, the class decided to plan an event to support the American Heart Association. With a $5,000 goal in mind, students have been working hard to make this a success. The class has been split in two groups planning two events to "Paint the Town Red."

The first event will be held the week of Nov. 9-14 on College Hill in Cedar Falls. By purchasing a $5 wristband, individuals will have access to special deals at participating College Hill Businesses. Some participating businesses include: Beck's, Chad's Pizza and Restaurant, University Book & Supply and Insomnia Cookies. Visit the Facebook page to learn how you can purchase your wristband today!

The second group has been planning "Paint the Town Red" downtown Cedar Falls at Community Main Street. Two levels of punch cards are being sold to make individuals eligible for specific deals at Community Main Street businesses. By purchasing a $25 punch card, you will be eligible for 15 special deals, whereas by purchasing a $35 punch card you will be eligible for deals at all participating businesses. Click here to order your punch card today!

Some businesses taking part in the Main Street event include: Cup of Joe, Here's What's Poppin, Iowa Sports Supply, Kitchen Essentials, LBL, Runner's Flat, Pump Haus, Spotlight Style Boutique and many more. There will also be live music on Main Street from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

All of the money raised from both events will directly benefit the American Heart Association. Give back by helping students at UNI reach their goal and "Paint the Town Red" by purchasing your wristband or punch card today!