Nothing says welcome like karaoke, cards and Jenga

UW-Madison students flocked to the Overture Center for the Arts in downtown Madison on Aug. 30 for the Night at the Overture Wisconsin Welcome event. The evening featured live band karaoke, food, games, a professional magician and socializing with new friends.

UW student Ryan Mahajan (left) brings out his inner rockstar as he sings "Dream On" by Aerosmith on the live-band karaoke stage. Photo by: Bryce Richter

UW student Jamie Thompson performs on the live band karaoke stage. Photo by: Bryce Richter

Students watch a magic show featuring Daniel Martin. Photo by: Bryce Richter

Magician Daniel Martin pulls a few tricks with a volunteer. Photo by: Bryce Richter

Student Keegan Gruss plays a game of Jenga with his friends. Photo by: Bryce Richter

Students play a card game. Photo by: Bryce Richter

UW-Madison students enter the foyer of the Overture Center for the Arts for the Wisconsin Welcome event to welcome students back to campus. Photo by: Bryce Richter

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