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PHOTOS: McPherson College back to school bash brings students, clubs and businesses together

Sarah Newberry

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PHOTOS: McPherson College back to school bash brings students, clubs and businesses together
Gavin Barnett (left) talks to students about the esports club on the McPherson College campus as part of the back-to-school bash festivities at the new campus commons on Monday, Aug. 19, 2026. (Sarah Newberry/Citizen Journal)

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The McPherson College Back-to-School Extravaganza kicked off the semester for students and local businesses alike on Monday, Aug. 17.

“This is actually one of the larger events that we have on campus this early on in the year,” Gavin Barnett, who helps lead the esports club at McPherson College, said.

Students who attended could use a drink truck outside, which provided lemonade and dirty sodas to all. Many downtown local businesses came to the event, giving away prizes and sharing information with students. People’s Bank and Trust, The Locker Room, Crosspoint Church, and the Chamber of Commerce were among the local organizations in attendance.