Benson University Center Blog

NBA and NHL Tickets in January!

2011-01-11T14:35:00.002-05:00

Get Your NBA and NHL Tickets at the Benson Ticket Office!

NBA Game-Charlotte Bobcats v. New Orleans Hornets

Saturday, January 15th @ 7pm

$20

Great Lower Level Seating!

NHL Game-Carolina Hurricanes v. New York Rangers

Thursday, January 20th @ 7pm

$30

What's Going on This Week?

2010-11-16T12:25:00.002-05:00

Men's Basketball Games at Greensboro Coliseum

-Elon: November 20th

-UNC-W: December 12th

-Price: $13

GET YOUR AIRPORT SHUTTLE FOR THANKSGIVING AND WINTER BREAK

One Way to PTI: $55
Round Trip PTI: $110
One Way to RDU and Charlotte: $135
Round Trip RDU and Charlotte: $270

Purchase Deadlines: Thanksgiving 11/19, Winter Break 12/7

WAKE FOREST FOOTBALL v. NC STATE

2010-11-09T10:37:00.002-05:00

Its Your Only Chance to GET TICKETS TO SEE OUR DEACS TAKE ON THE PACK!

Let's Make Their House Feel Like OUR HOUSE.

Tickets are only $25 and are open to Students, Faculty, and Staff

Get them Now at the Benson Ticket Office: Cash, Credit, or Deacon Dollars

And as always reserve your airport shuttle

2010-10-19T11:11:00.005-04:00

Get your SUBLIME and PASSION PIT tickets Before it is Too Late!

*All Sold at the Benson Ticket Office*

Sublime is coming to the Joel Coliseum THIS FRIDAY Oct. 22nd

Price: $25.50

Passion Pit will be at the Greensboro Coliseum NEXT SATURDAY Oct. 30th

Price: $24.00

Special Fall Break Hours!

2010-10-14T11:40:00.003-04:00

Benson's Fall Break 2010 Hours

Thursday, October 14 7:30am-10pm

Friday, October 15 8:30am-5pm

Saturday, October 16 Closed

Sunday, October 17 3pm-12am

This Week in Benson

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Monday

Dixie Classic Fair, Joel Fair Grounds

Tuesday

7:00pm The Mentalist, Benson 401
Dixie Classic Fair, Joel Fair Grounds

Wednesday

Dixie Classic Fair, Joel Fair Grounds

Thursday

Dixie Classic Fair, Joel Fair Grounds

Friday

LUPE FIASCO

Saturday

WFU Homecoming Events

Sunday

WFU Homecoming Events

What Benson Has for YOU This Week!

2010-09-28T10:50:00.003-04:00

Check out the Benson Tickets Office to see what is for sale EVERYDAY.

Thursday Sept. 30th

LAST DAY to buy your Dixie Classic Tickets at the Discount Price

Friday Oct. 1st

Parent's Weekend

Opening Day of Dixie Classic Fair

Saturday Oct. 2nd

Parent's Weekend

Dixie Classic Fair

Sunday Oct. 3rd

Parent's Weekend

All morning-brunch with Parent's

Dixie Classic Fair

This Week in Benson (Sept. 20th-26th)

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Tickets are always on SALE! Buy tickets for upcoming events at the Benson Ticket Office.

*Deacon Dollars are ALWAYS accepted*

Saturday, Sept. 25th

Last day to buy Cincinnati Bengals v. Carolina Panthers Tickets!

Sunday, Sept. 26th

Cincinnati Bengals v. Carolina Panthers

Going home for Fall Break? AIRPORT SHUTTLES are available.

New Events on Benson's Calendar

Sublime Concert
Wake Invasion at Virgina Tech
Passion Pit Concert
And as always...

Dixie Classic Fair
Carolina Panther's Tickets

This Week in Benson (Sept. 13th-19th)

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Tickets are always on SALE! Buy tickets for upcoming events at the

Benson Ticket Office.

LAST WEEK TO BUY PANTHER'S TICKETS v. TAMPA BAY (Tickets end Friday

All Week Long

Bella U Week

Saturday (Sept. 18th)

Secrest Artist Series

Sunday (Sept. 19th)

Carolina Panther's Game

...Events to look Forward to...

Lupe Fiasco Concert (10/8)
More Panther's Games (9/26), (11/7)
Dixie Classic Fair (10/1-10/10)

This Week in Benson (Sept. 6th-12th)

2010-09-07T10:22:00.002-04:00

Tickets are always on SALE! Buy tickets for upcoming events at the

Benson Ticket Office.

All Week Long

Indigo Moon Week

Monday (Sept. 6th)

Labor Day

...Events to look Forward to...

Lupe Fiasco Concert (10/8)
Panther's Games (9/19), (9/26), (11/7)
Dixie Classic Fair (10/1-10/10)

This Week in Benson

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Tickets are always on SALE! Buy tickets for upcoming events at the Benson Ticket Office.

Friday(Sept. 3rd)

Last day to buy your Winston-Salem Dash vs. Lynchburg Hillcats Baseball Game Tickets! The game is at 7:00pm.

Saturday (Sept. 4th)
Corey Smith Concert.
8pm at the Last Resort.

...Events to look Forward to...
Lupe Fiasco Concert (10/8)
Panther's Games (9/19), (9/26), (11/7)
Dixie Classic Fair (10/1-10/10)

May 2010 Hours of Operation

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Thursday, May 6 7:30am – 5pm

Friday, May 7 8:30am – 5pm

Saturday, May 8 Closed

Sunday, May 9 Closed

Monday – Friday May 10-14 8:30am – 5pm

Saturday, May 15 Closed

Sunday, May 16 8am – 6pm

Monday, May 17 7am – 5pm

Tuesday – Thursday May 18-20 8:30am -5pm

Friday, May 21 8:30am – 10pm

Saturday, May 22 8am – 1:30pm

Re-open 7:30pm – 10pm

Sunday, May 23 9am – 12pm

Monday, May 24 8:30am – 5pm

Tuesday, May 25 8am – 6pm

This begins normal summer operating hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 6pm

Flying Home for the Summer?

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Book your shuttle to the airport at the Benson Ticket Office today!

One Way to PTI: $45

Round Trip to PTI: $90

One Way to RDU or Charlotte: $135

Round Trip to RDU or Charlotte: $270

On sale now at the Benson Ticket Office

We accept Cash, Credit, Check,

& Deacon Dollars

For more information call 336.758.4265 or online at www.wfu.edu/benson

This Week in Benson

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Enjoy your last day of classes in Shorty's on Wednesday with $2.50 pitchers!

How Do You Feel About Benson?

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Please let us know!! http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SZCHNVS

Stop by the Ticket Office for...

2010-04-16T12:49:00.002-04:00

Shag on the Mag tickets -- still available!! Don't miss out on this event. $20
Carowinds tickets -- take a study break and head to Carowinds Amusement park. $37

This Week in Benson

2010-03-30T10:14:00.002-04:00

Tuesday

Trivia in Shorty's @ 8pm

Wednesday

Last Lecture Series featuring Dr. Ken Zick @ 7pm in Pugh

EASTER BREAK BUILDING HOURS

Thursday April 1 -- 7:30AM-10PM
Friday April 2 -- CLOSED
Saturday April 3 -- CLOSED
Sunday April 4 -- 10:30AM-1AM

This Week in Benson

2010-03-23T10:27:00.003-04:00

Tuesday

Extended Ben Harper/Springfest Ticket Pre-sale -- 9am-5:30pm in the Benson Ticket Office
Trivia -- 8pm at Shorty's

Wednesday

Cake Decorating Short Course -- 7 and 8pm in Benson 401, sign up at the Benson Ticket Office
Student Technology Council Meeting -- 7pm in Benson 401A

Saturday

Open Mic Night -- 8-10pm at Shorty's

BENSON IS HIRING

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For this summer and next year! Applications are due Friday; stop by Benson 335 for an application or visit http://www.wfu.edu/benson/jobs/applications.php

Howler Yearbook Photos

2010-03-16T14:20:00.001-04:00

HOWLER Yearbook Photos

Last Chance!

March 22 – 26

Schedule an appointment at

www.ouryear.com code 87110

or by calling 800/our-year

This Week in Benson

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Tuesday

Trivia in Shorty's at 8pm

Wednesday

Eric Hutchinson and the John MacDonald Band from 7-9pm on the Mag Quad

Thursday

Friday/Saturday

The Blind Side will be showing in Pugh at 6, 8, and 10

Benson Spring Break Hours

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Fri., March 5 7:30 am – 5 pm

Sat., March 6 Closed

Sun., March 7 Closed

Mon., March 8 8:30 am – 5 pm

Tues., March 9 8:30 am – 5 pm

Weds., March 10 8:30 am – 5 pm

Thurs., March 11 8:30 am – 5 pm

Fri., March 12 8:30 am – 5 pm

Sat., March 13 Closed

Sun., March 14 3:00 pm – 1 am

BEN HARPER TICKET PRE-SALE TODAY

2010-03-02T14:45:00.002-05:00

On sale at the Benson Ticket Office at 6pm today. One person can buy up to 4 tickets with 1 form of payment. $40 includes a Ben Harper ticket, a Shag on the Mag ticket, and a tee-shirt.

Coming Up in Benson

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Saturday (2/27)

Comedian Eric O'Shea at 7:15 in Benson 401 -- Lilting Banshee student comedian Elliot Lerner will be opening for the talented and hysterical O'Shea who you can check out here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WMQt7ARAqXs. Tickets can be purchased in advance starting now for $3 general admission or $5 for beer garden and admission (21+) at the Benson Ticket Office. Tickets at the door will be $5 general admission or $7 beer garden and admission (21+) at the door.

Tuesday (3/2)

Springfest Ticket Pre-Sale at 6pm at the Benson Ticket Office -- for $40 receive 1 ticket to Ben Harper and the Relentless7, 1 ticket for Shag on the Mag, and 1 tee-shirt for Springfest or Shag on the Mag. Deacon Dollars, cash, credit, and checks accepted; students with ID can purchase up to 4 tickets with the same form of payment.

ROOM RESERVATIONS

2010-02-18T11:31:00.002-05:00

Please note: When making room reservations in Benson, it is extremely important to do so far in advance. If you know that you will need a room (especially 401) at all this semester, please visit the administrative office in Benson 335 as soon as possible!

This Week in Benson

2010-02-18T10:41:00.002-05:00

Thursday

Last day to buy Tyler Perry tickets! Don't miss Tyler Perry at the Joel on Feb 20th at 8pm. Tickets are $59.50 at the Benson Ticket Office.
Viewing & Discussion of the film Speak (Sundance Nominated Film dealing with rape and sexual assault) -- sponsored by Prepare's Tie a Yellow Ribbon Week at 6pm in Benson 401.

Friday

Precious will be playing at 6pm, 8pm, and 10pm in Pugh.

Saturday

NC State game in Raleigh -- $10 covers the cost of transportation and ticket. Bus leaves at 11am - buy your ticket in the Benson Ticket Office today!
Precious will be playing at 6pm, 8pm, and 10pm in Pugh.

NHL Tickets Available

2010-02-11T11:03:00.001-05:00

A limited number of lower level, reserved seats available now at the Benson Ticket Office for great NHL action.

This Saturday, Feb 13 @ 7pm New Jersey Devils @ Carolina Hurricanes

RBC Center in Raleigh

Only $25

Cash, check, MC/Visa & Deacon Dollars accepted

2/9 This Week in Benson

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Tuesday

Trivia in Shorty's at 7pm
Jewelry for sale just in time for Valentine's day! 1st floor of Benson from 9am-5pm -- cash & Deacon Dollars accepted

Wednesday

Open Mic Night in Shorty's at 8pm -- part of this week's Wake Up! initiative to raise money to feed children in Kenya
Jewelry for sale just in time for Valentine's day! 1st floor of Benson from 9am-5pm -- cash & Deacon Dollars accepted

UPDATED BENSON OPERATING HOURS

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Friday Feb 5 - closing @ 10pm

Saturday Feb 6 - opening @ 10:30am

IMPORTANT BASKETBALL INFO

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There will be free shuttles running to and from the Joel tonight for the basketball game. Shuttles will begin at 6pm from Benson and run through 10pm. Need a ticket? Sports marketing will hand out leftover tickets to students with WFU ID's at the game!

also

A FEW GOOD SEATS REMAIN: This Saturday, Feb 6 @ 7pm - New Orleans Hornets vs Charlotte Bobcats – Lower level reserved seats - $38 each @ Time Warner Cable Arena in downtown Charlotte. Cash/Check/MC/Visa & DEACON DOLLARS accepted

NBA tickets for next week

2010-01-29T17:57:00.002-05:00

Don't forget to buy your tickets to see the Charlotte Bobcats take on the New Orleans Hornets next Saturday. Tickets are $38 and available in the Benson Ticket Office!

IN CASE OF LOTS OF SNOW!

2010-01-29T17:49:00.002-05:00

Benson will be open for all those snowed in on campus!! We will have:

Free movies playing in Pugh (12p-8p Sat, 12p-midnight Sun)
Board games available at the info desk
aWake All Night is scheduled per usual (10p-2a Sat)

1/26 This Week In Benson

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Wednesday

Etiquette Short Course -- Come learn how to dine with the best of them so you'll be sure to make a great impression at those all-important business dinners, lunches, etc. Wednesday, Jan. 27th at 6:30pm in the Autumn Room (across from the Mag Room). Cost is 2 meal swipes or $18.50. Seniors, sign up in the Benson Ticket Office today!
Brian's Song -- SU is teaming up the the Traditions Council to show the classic film based on the life of one of Wake's most famous alumni, Brian Piccolo. "Brian's Song" will be showed this Wednesday the 27th at 7:30, 9, and 10:30pm in Pugh. Admission, popcorn, and hot chocolate are all FREE!!
Open Mic Night -- Join us in Shorty's this Wednesday the 27th at 8:00pm for the first Open Mic of the semester! Contact farrea8@wfu.edu if you wish to sign up to perform

Saturday

aWake All Night -- aWake All Night is back for the semester, and this time, we're taking you under the Big Top! It will be a night of FREE food, games, prizes and so much more in Benson and on the Mag Quad

1/19 This Week in Benson

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Don't forget to pick up your student basketball tickets at the ticket office today!

WELCOME BACK!!

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Great NBA tickets are available in the Benson Ticket Office! See the Charlotte Bobcats take on the San Antonio Spurs this Friday January 15th @ 7pm at the Time Warner Cable Arena in downtown Charlotte.

Tickets available in Benson for $15. Cash, check, MC/Visa, and Deacon Dollars accepted.

DON'T FORGET to pick up your free basketball game tickets at the ticket office!

12/2 This Week in Benson

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Winter break is next week! Don't forget to book your shuttle to the airport at the Benson Ticket Office.

Thursday:

Basketball tickets available for games over break and the Maryland game when we return. Don't forget to pick up your tickets before break!!

Saturday:

Radio City Christmas Spectacular 7pm at the Joel! Buy your tickets at the Benson Ticket Office today!

Sunday:

Carolina Panthers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers at 1pm in Charlotte. This event is sold out.

Still Need a Ride for Thanksgiving?

2009-11-20T11:48:00.002-05:00

Charlotte and Raleigh airport shuttle sales are now closed BUT if you still need a ride please contact Amy Mohan (mohanab@wfu.edu) in the Benson Administrative office.

LAST DAY TO RESERVE YOUR THANKSGIVING AIRPORT SHUTTLE

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The ticket office is open until 5:30pm today -- make sure you reserve your spot!!

11/16 This Week in Benson

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Thanksgiving is next week! Don't forget to book your shuttle to the airport. Also, it's not too early to start thinking about Winter Break. Check out our Holiday Special rates.

Tuesday:

Trivia Night at 8pm in Shorty's

Wednesday:

Bartending Short Course from 7pm-9pm in the Benson 401C -- sign ups are full but be sure to check back for information regarding future short courses!

Thursday:

Michael Lang (Creator of Woodstock) will be speaking in Benson 401 at 7:30pm
Carolina Panthers vs. Miami Dolphins at 8:20pm in Charlotte. Buy your tickets ($34) today in the Benson Ticket Office!

Saturday

Free Movie (Public Enemies) at noon, 2:30pm, 5pm, 7:30pm, and 10pm

11/9 This Week In Benson

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Reminder: Don't forget to sign up for your airport shuttle for Thanksgiving! Check out our Holiday Special rates.

Tuesday:

Trivia Night at 8pm in Shorty's

Wednesday:

Etiquette Short Course at 6:30 in the Autumn Room -- sign up now in the Benson Ticket Office!
Open Mic Night at 8pm in Shorty's

Friday:

Concert sponsored by Student Union in Reynolds Gym -- Duke University senior and budding hip hop artist Mike Posner will be performing along with Big Sean and E603

Flying Home for Thanksgiving?

2009-10-27T10:37:00.005-04:00

Make sure to schedule your shuttle to the airport at the Benson Ticket Office!

Greensboro (PTI) one-way: $45
Charlotte (CLT)/Raleigh (RDU) one-way Thanksgiving Special: $90

Buy your tickets today in the ticket office!

For more information, visit www.wfu.com/benson
Or call the ticket office at (336)758-4265
Deacon Dollars accepted, all sales final

10/27 This Week In Benson

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Love football? Don't miss the Carolina Panthers!

vs. the Miami Dolphins on 11/19 ($34)
vs. the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on 12/6 ($34)

Don't miss these events at the Joel!

REO Speedwagon, STYX, and Night Ranger on 11/12 ($54)
The Radio City Rockettes on 12/5 ($69.50)

Buy your tickets today in the ticket office!

For more information, visit www.wfu.com/benson
Or call the ticket office at (336)758-4265
Deacon Dollars accepted, all sales final

Want to go to away games?

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October 17th @ Clemson: $25
- game ticket
- round-trip transportation
- lunch

November 6th-8th @ Georgia Tech: $99
- game ticket
- round-trip transportation
- two nights at the Courtyard Marriot

Sign up now in the Benson Ticket Office! Spots are limited.

For more information, visit www.wfu.com/benson
Or call the ticket office at (336)758-4265
Deacon Dollars accepted, all sales final

9/29 This Week In Benson:

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DIXIE CLASSIC FAIR:

Make sure you buy your tickets for the Dixie Classic Fair! The fair begins this Friday (10/2) and lasts until next Sunday (10/11). You don't want to miss this annual event. Visit http://www.dcfair.com/ for more information and buy your tickets in the Benson Ticket Office today!

PANTHERS TICKETS:

Don't miss the Carolina Panthers as they take on the Miami Dolphins on November 19th! Stop by the Benson Ticket Office to buy your ticket.