Fat Tuesday Chocolate Fountain Returns Feb. 13

The Center for Service and Social Justice (CSSJ) will introduce students to an event rich in meaning on Tuesday, Feb.13, when they revisit a previously popular University tradition -- a Fat Tuesday chocolate fountain, free for all. While providing a sweet segue to the Lenten season, the event is designed to inspire the University community to "Do. Give. Be More!" throughout the year, according to Ellen Judge, CSSJ Outreach Program Coordinator. 

"Instead of giving something up for Lent, we're hoping you will do something for others instead. We can help you find opportunities for service," Judge said. "Most sites are seeking an hour at a time, some ongoing and some one-time opportunities.  We can find something to fit anyone's schedule, transportation needs and interests," she added.

What To Expect From the CSSJ Fat Tuesday Chocolate Fountain

All are invited to the 2nd floor, DeNaples on Tuesday, Feb. 13 from 11:30 -1:00 p.m. for a chocolate extravaganza featuring a variety of fan-favorite dipping ingredients.

"Definitely strawberries, but we will also feature marshmallows, pound cake, chips, pretzel rods, bananas and cookies," Judge confirmed.

"It’s all new to students! No current undergraduates have been to the event, since our last one in February 2020.  We will have Mardi Gras jazz and lots of decorations," Judge said, noting that the program is run with assistance from Aramark, which donates a portion of the associated costs.

"The annual Fat Tuesday chocolate fountain was very popular in the past, hosting more than 700 people each year. We had to discontinue the event after 2020, but now that campus is fully open and ready to regain its pre-pandemic programs, we felt it was important to our community to bring it back in celebration of the beginning of Lent."

Where Kindness Overflows

At the event, members of the CSSJ team will be available to share details about volunteer service opportunities.

"We would love student groups, floors, classes and others to participate in our '40-Day Fill-up,' where you collect various items each week to donate to our on campus Royal Restore food pantry, as well as other pantries in Scranton."

View other opportunities available on the Center for Service and Social Justice website.