A Free Ticket to College

Becky Hurtt
State Hornet
Published Online September 21, 1999

Joining the biggest football game of the year, the Causeway Classic, several elementary school students from the Dry Creek, Sacramento, Roseville, and Eureka school districts were invited to have a tour of the CSUS campus and dinner with a few of Sac State's athletes.

These students were selected by teachers and principals based on their attendance, behavior, and academic achievements. Each one received a free ticket to the game, along with a t-shirt and dinner.

Saturday at 3:30 p.m., the students were given a guided tour of the entire school, and even told a few of those fun facts; yes, including the one about the student to squirrel ratio on campus. Afterwards, the students enjoyed a pizza dinner with their teachers and tour guides. As kick-off drew nearer, the group headed for their seats in the stadium and were greeted by Herky the Hornet himself. These young students were a part of cheering on Sac State's team to victory.