It’s time for one of the most anticipated events of the school year: Rollins’ annual Lip Sync Battle. Sponsored by the Student Government Association, participants, hosts, and students come together to create an electrifying air of entertainment.
The event will take place on April 4 on Mills Lawn, with pre-show activities starting at 6 p.m. and the battle from 8-11 p.m. Additional information can be found in emails sent by the Student Government Association.
“I’m always interested in seeing all the groups perform, and I’m excited to see if any other organizations perform this year,” said student Bellamy Martin (‘25).
This year’s battle welcomes various organizations and groups to compete in a show of music and dance for the coveted Lip Sync trophy, with last year’s winner being Alpha Delta Pi and the Black Student Union the year before. During and after presentations, performances will be assessed by a panel of judges put together by SGA. Judges are chosen through nominated faculty and staff that are independent of each organization and/or group. Long before the judging even begins, energy and excitement are high as groups battle it out for not only the Lip Sync trophy but ultimate bragging rights and a sense of community.
While the outdoor concert feel adds to the energy, the beloved event has not always been outdoors. It started the outdoor hosting in 2022, only after a brief hiatus from COVID-19 complications.
“It used to be in the Alfond Sports Center, and COVID-19 is what brought it outside, and it created that culture of like the music festival vibe,” said Events Chair Sophia Cassa (‘25). “I think it’s funny how COVID-19 made it better when usually we hear the reverse.”
Part of the event experience will include a pre-show with amenities such as food trucks and activities, like a Lip Sync history Kahoot. Along with this, in honor of their Founder’s Day, members of Sigma Gamma Rho will be delivering a speech followed by strolling. Additionally, as part of his final year at Rollins, students will have the ability to participate in a segment roasting President Grant Cornwell, where the hosts will read roasts submitted by students.
In all of the fun that is set to happen, there lies a hopeful air of relaxation and ease for participants and spectators.
“I think this year with everything going on in our political climate and all the uncertainties and anxieties, we need something to just have fun,” said Cassa. “A lot of students are now struggling with everything getting frozen and uncertainties about their home, so I think this more than ever, is really important, because it’s something that they can look forward to.”
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