Midterm break signifies rest. Therefore, the Hekima University College Students’ Association (HUCSA) organized an excursion to Paradise Lost for all students on Tuesday, March 4, 2024. The trip was eagerly anticipated, with over fifty students signing up. The two buses were full.
Departing from the Undergraduate Campus, the students arrived at the site around noon. The program included a visit to the waterfall, games, and the nyamachoma (barbecue). As soon as they arrived at the site, the students rushed to the waterfall. A compulsory photo session for everyone was inevitable, as everyone wanted a memory of the day. HUC able student photographer Kingsley Amalanathan, SJ, was kept quite busy by everyone’s requests. After almost an hour at the waterfall, the students made their way to the lunch site. Sharing, music, and laughter were the order of the day. Everyone took advantage of this moment of relaxation in their own way. There were the cooks at the stove for nyamachoma. A group of students went onto the dance floor. And others around a table fighting not to get a plus five on the Uno Flip.
After lunch, the students had a bit of relaxation while waiting for the nyamachoma; it was time for the games. The students were divided into 6 groups beforehand. Two games were played. The first was to move forward blindfolded, guided by a teammate to avoid bottles—a real adrenaline rush. The only group to manage more than two steps was group 5. Truly remarkable teamwork. Then came the second game, the bag race. Group 6 had won the race hands down.
A third set was planned, but the announcement that nyamachoma was ready officially ended the games. Nyamachoma and music took over. The students enjoyed themselves on the dance floor while savoring the meat. Of course, the dance to the song that makes you dance while wearing something on your head was a real marvel.
The group photo signified the end of the day, and the students returned home in the same mood as before, with music still playing on the bus. A day that concludes well, without a hitch. As assignments and endless writings that characterize the Hekima Education tradition awaited us, we thank God for a much-deserved getaway.
Olympe Aimerance