Students and faculty took a break from classes Wednesday to enjoy a free carnival celebrating the inauguration of President Greg Jones.
Bundled in coats and scarves for the fall chill, students enjoyed a Ferris wheel, fairground snacks, lawn games, bounce houses, bungee jumping and free Belmont gear.
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The Ferris wheel on Freedom Plaza served as the centerpiece of the carnival. It was the hit of the afternoon, with a 40-minute line to see the view. Sarah Maninger / Belmont Vision
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Students played carnival games to earn tickets, which could be redeemed for a free Belmont hat or Frisbee. Margot Pierson / Belmont Vision
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Students Mary Grace Smith and Lexi Johnston take a tumble on the inflatable slide in front of the Johnson Center. Margot Pierson / Belmont Vision
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Carnival attendees waited in line for funnel cakes and popcorn. Margot Pierson / Belmont Vision
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Students wrote notes welcoming the Jones family to Belmont. Margot Pierson / Belmont Vision
This article is part of the Vision’s continued coverage of the inauguration of President Greg Jones.
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PHOTO: The view of the carnival from the top of the Ferris wheel. The festivities ran from noon to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday on Belmont’s main lawn. Margot Pierson / Belmont Vision
This article was written by Margot Pierson and Sarah Maninger.