On March 14, the University of New Mexico hosted a “Block Party” event in the Student Union Building, giving attendees the opportunity to assemble anything they desired out of miscellaneous Lego pieces. Those who attended were also offered free pizza from Dion’s and were entered into a raffle to win prizes including event tickets, a TV and, of course, Lego sets.
The event saw quite a turnout, with table after table packed with attendees building structures ranging from bridges to Poké Balls.
Maciej Miazek, an economics major studying abroad for a semester from the University of Stirling in Scotland, said he enjoyed the event as a chance to destress and relax.
“My midterm week was stressful,” Miazek said. “I took the opportunity to sit down, listen to some music and play with Legos, which I find very relaxing.”
Miazek said he enjoys the creative opportunity that Legos offer everyone, regardless of age.
“Even though there is a finite number of blocks, there is an infinite amount of things you can build,” Miazek said. “When I was walking to the event, an idea popped into my head that I wanted to build a bridge, so I did.”
John P. Hefti is a freelance reporter and photographer for the Daily Lobo. He can be reached at culture@dailylobo.com or on X @dailylobo
