UAF celebrates Oktoberfest with two events

An Oktoberfest celebration at the ������Ƶ will feature a panel discussion and a day of festive activities. The events will bring the vibrant spirit of Bavarian culture to the campus and the ������Ƶ community.

The panel discussion, in the Usibelli Building’s BP Design Theatre from 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 19, will feature a diverse group of experts:

• Helga Wagenleiter, UAF German instructor and the festival’s director, providing insights into the history of Oktoberfest.
• Elliott Anderson, UAF German Club president, discussing German culture.
• Sarah McConnell, UAF Music Department, exploring German music traditions.
• Zoe Jones, UAF Art Department, presenting on German architecture.
• Bobby Wilken, HooDoo brewmaster, on the art of beer brewing.

Guests can enjoy authentic Bavarian food, live accordion music performed by Angelika Krinner-Crouteau and the ceremonial “tapping of the keg” led by College of Liberal Arts Dean Ellen Lopez.

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The festivities will continue from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20, with a lively set of activities around campus, including:

• Masskrugstemmen (stein-holding contest): Test your strength in this traditional Bavarian competition.
• Yodeling lessons: Experience this unique and joyous form of singing.
• Photo booth: Try on traditional Bavarian clothing and pose for a photo.
• Live music.

Both events are free and open to the public.

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