One afternoon each year a unique tradition brings a little good-natured sparring and a lot of school spirit to the University of Mary Washington.
Devil-Goat Day – which turned 99 last week – pits students who graduate in odd years (Devils, who wear red) against those set to finish in even years (Goats, who wear green) in a friendly competition that provides some much needed fun before final exams. The heart of campus – Ball Circle and this year also “The Beach” at Mason and Randolph halls – fills up with giant inflatables, fan-favorite lawn games, fair foods, free T-shirts and more. And seniors and sophomores race against juniors and first-years to capture points for participation and wins.
“It’s like a school field day but for big kids. It’s just that feeling of friendly competition,” said Caroline Rous of Newport News, who showed up for the Goats with fellow-first year student Abbey Napolitano of Radford. The two, who had just conquered the Kapow Obstacle Maze, met as high-schoolers at summer camp and developed a shared love for Mary Washington before becoming roommates in Willard Hall. Read more.
