Cornell’s Big Event to feature Waka Flocka Flame
American rapper Waka Flocka Flame will visit Cornell College to headline Cornell’s annual Big Event on Jan. 27 in the Richard and Norma Small Athletic and Wellness Center (the SAW).
Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the show starts at 7 p.m. with Cornell junior and rapper DominiQuinn Wilcoxen, “KWIN,” performing both original works and cover songs. The concert is free and open to the public. Students, staff, and faculty do not need a ticket but are asked to bring their Cornell IDs. The general public must reserve a free ticket online (visit bigevent.ludus.com) or at the door.
The Big Event is made possible each year through The Williams Fund and Student Senate. The Williams Fund was established by Life Trustee Richard Williams ’63 and his wife, Marlene, to bring special events to campus.
“This year’s event will be a ton of fun for Cornell students! Waka Flocka Flame is an artist many people know, and it will be great to see Cornell students and others from the surrounding community come together for this concert,” said Director of Student Engagement and Leadership Madison Dockter. “Plus, thanks to our generous sponsors, the event is free. It doesn’t get any better than that!”
Waka’s debut studio album, Flockaveli, was released in 2010 and his second album was in 2012. His hits include “No Hands,” “Round of Applause,” “Hard in da Paint,” and “O Let’s Do It.”
A team of student leaders and college staff collaborate to organize the event, including Student Senate, Performing Arts and Activities Council (PAAC), Greek Council, KRNL, and the Engagement and Leadership Office, with help from Facilities, Campus Safety, and Bon Appétit. Dozens of students will volunteer on the concert day to ensure everything runs smoothly.
In the past Cornell has welcomed other big names such as rapper Bryce Vine, comedian Vanessa Bayer, recording artist Daya, and Indie pop band AJR for The Big Event.
No food or drink will be permitted in the gym for The Big Event. Visitors are welcome to use on-street parking or park in the lot next to the SAW.
