Point Park University Students Embrace Pink Pumpkins for a Charitable Cause
As the Halloween season approaches, Point Park University students are departing from the traditional orange pumpkin aesthetic to make a bold statement—painting pumpkins pink to support a noble cause. This initiative, led by Women Who Rock, aims to raise funds for the Magee Women’s Research Institute and is part of the university’s annual Great Pink Pumpkin Patch event.
Team Effort for a Purpose
Marcia Haberman, a member of Women Who Rock and the driving force behind this effort, explained the importance of the project, stating, “This year, we are painting 250 pumpkins, and all the money raised will go to Magee Women’s Research Institute.”
The collaboration between Women Who Rock, an organization dedicated to promoting female musicians through benefit concerts, and Point Park University has garnered significant attention. Melinda Colaizzi, a university professor and the head of Women Who Rock, added that there will be a special event at the South Side Works this Saturday, coinciding with the pumpkin patch initiative.
Details of the Event
The pumpkins are locally sourced from Bedner’s Farm Market and come in various sizes: small, medium, and large. Point Park senior Anna Fitzgerald shared insights into the painting process, emphasizing the attention to detail required:
- Begin with a clean, dirt-free pumpkin.
- Apply a primer coat using a roller for an even surface.
- Finish with a vibrant “hot pink paint,” specially supplied by Benjamin Moore.
A Tradition of Generosity
This marks the third annual Great Pink Pumpkin Patch event, which has seen increasing success over the years. Last year alone, the initiative raised over $5,000, and organizers are optimistic about surpassing that amount this time around.
For those interested in supporting this cause, detailed information about the Great Pink Pumpkin Patch can be accessed through the provided link.
