Whack-a-Chip and support WMU bands
by Thom Myers
Sept. 13, 2011 | WMU News
Student batters what remains of a previous Chipmobile.
KALAMAZOO--Western Michigan University students and other Bronco fans can take a personal whack at rival Central Michigan Friday, Sept. 16, prior to Saturday's football contest at Waldo Stadium.
Members of Kappa Kappa Psi have painted an automobile in CMU colors, and Bronco fans will have the opportunity to take a whack at the Chipmobile for as little as $1. Participants will be provided with a selection of blunt instruments, including a sledgehammer, mini-hammer and tuba. Fans can also hurl eggs at the CMU car for just 25 cents each.
CMU Car Bash
Friday, Sept. 16, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Wesley Foundation parking lot
Hot dogs compliments of Wesley Foundation
Friday at Wesley Foundation
Kappa Kappa Psi, the National Honorary Band Fraternity, and the
Wesley Foundation are sponsoring the event with proceeds going to support the foundation and the University bands, which include the Bronco Marching Band, Pep Bands, University Concert Band and University Symphonic Band. The car was provided by LKQ Corp. and McDonald's Towing. Kappa Kappa Psi previously sponsored the event in 2007 and 2009.
WMU Broncos vs. Central Michigan
Saturday, Sept. 17, noon.
Waldo Stadium
Tickets: wmubroncos.com or (888) 4-WMU-TIX
Television: ESPN Plus and ESPN3.com
Radio: WKZO 96.5 FM and Bronco Radio Network
