On Saturday January 13, 2024, ACE held its yearly Casino Night. The event started at 10PM and ended at 2AM, with drawings given to winners at midnight and 1:30 AM respectively. The event draws a big crowd every year and was originally scheduled for last weekend, but was put on this weekend due to a snowstorm. The event featured different casino-style games like poker and blackjack. Students were given $5,000 of fake money and then could trade the money in later on for a chance to win prizes such as Celsius cans and Union merchandise.
No real money was issued at this event, but the event is “a big tradition and we have been doing it for years. It allows students to take risks in a friendly way.” Kyra Graham ‘27 reports.
The event was able to offer the traditional games associated with gambling in a low-stakes, casual atmosphere. The aim of the event was to clearly allow students to have a chance to gamble in an environment with no actual ramifications.
Students clearly took the time to develop strategies over time and develop a way to win without the pressures of real gambling. One student noted for blackjack to, “Always stay on 16 or higher” because it gives you the highest chance of winning. The event drew a big crowd over time and was able to cater to many students who simply wanted to have fun gambling in a friendly environment.
The next ACE event students can look forward to will be a late night cafe, taking place in Wold Atrium on Saturday, January 20, 2024. There will be food, drinks, art supplies, and a spectacular night of fun.
