Popular rapper Waka Flocka Flame to headline Springfest at DSU
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Popular rapper Waka Flocka Flame to headline Springfest at DSU
CLEVELAND, Miss. - SpringFest, sponsored by the Student Government Association at Delta State University, will bring music, energy and Okra-fied spirit to campus on Thursday, March 19, highlighted by a live concert from hip hop artist Waka Flocka Flame at Sillers Coliseum.
Waka Flocka Flame will take the stage at 9:00 p.m. Known for explosive live performances and crowd anthems, he rose to national prominence with major hits including the platinum single "No Hands," one of the defining hip hop tracks of the early 2010s. The concert is open to the public and is expected to draw fans from across the Mississippi Delta and surrounding region.
The concert caps an evening that begins at 4:00 p.m. with SpringFest in the Sillers Coliseum front parking lot. Designed for current Delta State students, SpringFest features music, food and activities that set the tone for the weekend and create an atmosphere of celebration across campus.
At 5:00 p.m., the NPHC Yard Show will bring tradition and performance to the forefront as members of Delta State's National Pan-Hellenic Council organizations showcase step routines and coordinated performances. The Yard Show is a new signature element of Go Green Weekend, highlighting culture, unity and student engagement.
"SpringFest represents the energy, creativity and leadership of our students," said Dr. Eddie Lovin, Vice President for Student Affairs at Delta State University. "Our Student Government Association has done an outstanding job leading the effort to bring this event to life, creating an experience that celebrates DSU pride while welcoming the broader Delta community and potential new students to our campus. Opportunities like this strengthen the sense of connection that makes Delta State such a special place."
SpringFest, the Yard Show and Thursday night's concert serve as the official kickoff to the Go Green Weekend celebration, which includes a full slate of athletic competitions, alumni events and campus activities throughout March 19 through 22.
For a complete Go Green Weekend schedule and ticket information, visit the DSU Athletics Department's website at gostatesmen.com.
Go Green Weekend continues to reflect Delta State University's longstanding tradition of bringing together students, alumni and the surrounding community in celebration of Statesmen pride.
Tickets are available to the general public and may be purchased here:https://bolognapac.com/events/waka-flocka-flame-with-dj-bigg-v/.
For students who attend community colleges, high schools, or other colleges and universities within Mississippi and seek to enroll at Delta State, you may request a discount code by emailing admissions@deltastate.edu.
Cutline: Hip hop artist Waka Flocka Flame will headline DSU's 2026 SpringFest.
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About Delta State University: Delta State University is a four-year public institution whose nearly 2,800 students come from most U.S. states and more than 45 countries. Acknowledging its beginning as a teacher's college, the University sustains excellence in teacher education while continuing to expand offerings in traditional as well as unique fields of study. Programs such as those available through the Delta Music Institute, the Commercial Aviation Department, and the Center for Interdisciplinary Geospatial Information highlight the University's commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the students it serves with world-leading, industry-acclaimed programs. Situated in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, Delta State offers top-notch academic programs in business, arts, sciences, nursing, education, and more. DSU Athletics has won 14 national championships, 70 conference championships, and 37 regional titles.
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