SCAVENGER HUNT

For this event, participants are tasked with finding works of art around campus. They will be given clues to guide them through the scavenger hunt. Additional resources include the university’s interactive campus map and map directory. Participants are encouraged to ask members of the community for help if they ever find themselves at a loss. The campus scavenger hunt is not the traditional scavenger hunt. It is nonlinear, meaning that participants can look for the mystery items in whichever order they may like. There are eight items to find in total. Participants only have to find ONE of the items using the clues provided to them in order to receive a prize - a free book. However, participants may receive as many books as the number of items they discover (e.g., if you find two items, you can get two books).

Deadline for the Prizes April 1st at 4:30pm

Clues

This work of art rests in front of Caldwell Hall (side facing the Basilica), hidden in plain sight.
Find the pale horse and its rider in O’Boyle Hall. This etching is located on the same floor as Dr. Rona Frederick’s office.
This art piece is located near the Writing Center. It was created by a WWII veteran who was once the chair of CUA’s art department.
Look for St. Francis' prayer between (not inside of) Seton Wing and Caldwell Hall.
This oil painting can be found on the Third Level of Caldwell Hall. Look for women worshipping something non-life-like.
This statue can be found between Ward Hall and the Basilica. The person it was made after entered the Sisters of Providence of Ruillé-sur-Loir, France on August 18, 1823.
As you walk (directly) from Curley Hall to McMahon parking lot, witness an angel being born.
This item's keys deliver notes and it can be roamed from place to place. Find it on the first floor of Ward Hall (school of music).

* Remember to use your resources! Good Luck!

RULES/GUIDELINES

Scavenger Hunt Rules:

You may choose to partner with one person for the scavenger hunt but, bear in mind, collectively, you must find two of the eight items to each receive a prize.
In order to receive a prize, you must take a selfie with the item(s) you found as proof to show the Vermilion staff. Please share your pictures via email to eng-vermilion@cua.edu. In the subject line, please write “Vermilion Scavenger Hunt - [Your Name]”. Feel free to post your selfies to social media! Tag @catholicu_vermilion and use #CUAHUNT.

Please note:

Prizes will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
A grand prize, the Twilight Saga Collection, will be offered to the first person to find three or more items. Those working in pairs are not eligible for the grand prize.

Members of the Vermilion staff will be stationed at the 2nd-floor entrance of the Pryzbala on April 1st from 2:30-4:30 p.m to distribute prizes to winners. They will also distribute booklets containing the scavenger hunt clues and resources for those who would like to participate within the 2-hour window.

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