On the evening of Thursday, September 26, 2013, the Kean University Greek Senate along with fraternity Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. (OPPOff the Chain. And make no mistake; the party lived up to its moniker.

With the start of the new school year, students are just beginning to settle into their routines. As they work towards high grades and bright futures, the stresses of school can weigh heavily on a student's social life. Off the Chain offered students a break from all the homework and studying in addition to giving them a warm welcome.

Downs Hall was transformed into an energetic atmosphere featuring a live DJ, strobe lights, and students showing off their dance moves. It helped mix together students both new and old. The live DJ got the students on their feet and dancing to the beat. There were smiles, laughter, and even the occasional dance competition between friends.  Fun was definitely in the air.

Alexandra Ventura, an executive board member of Greek Senate and a junior public relations major, exclaimed "This welcome back event is a great social affair to have students come together for the upcoming school year."

The Greek Senate of Kean University is held together by the campus's Greek organizations. Fraternities such as OPP

Jonathan Wortmen, president of Greek Senate and junior global wellness and fitness major said, "The welcome back event was an amazing turnout. It is unbelievable that tickets sold out two days before the event, which is usually unheard of. It was an incredible way to start to the school year. Thank you to Alex Louis, the executive board, and Omega Psi Phi." 

The night ended with new friendships, and tired feet. The students of Kean University surely felt welcomed as they walked out of Downs Hall. Aaron Yarbrough, senior accounting major and brother of OPP

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