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The CORE Office at WTAMU hosts free movie nights for students at the Varsity Theater in Canyon several times a semester. Free Movie Night occurs on every other Sunday of the month.

The Varsity Theater began working with the CORE Office to host the free movie nights fifteen years ago when Skip Chisum, director of student activities, began working at the CORE Office.

“The Varsity hasn’t put any restrictions on what movies we can see,” said Chisum.

This means students have the opportunity to see popular movies that could otherwise set them back $15. The theater’s proximity to the University also makes it an ideal activity for students looking for something to do at the end of the weekend.

“This is a great way for students to experience the community because this theatre has been around for years,” said Diversity Student Consultant Ben Abiola , who regularly attends the free movie night. “It helps students as well as citizens save gas and money.”

“I really appreciate the opportunity to do something fun for free. After all, we’re all poor college students,” said sophomore Kaitlynn Fish.

The schedule for free movie nights can be found inside the Varsity Theater or on the CORE’s calendar of events.