Campus was packed Saturday with parents and students for Parent’s Day.

Ash Aulds, a senior political science major, planned the event with the Student Life and Academic Enhancement Committee.

“The last home game is the last chance to see one of the most successful team of ULM seniors that have been through the university,” Aulds said.

Aulds was happy with the turnout, considering the cold temperature and rain.

“We wanted to give the parents a chance to see the university on game day, which is a different and more exciting environment than their other visits to the university,” Aulds said.

Devonte Grinstead, a senior health studies major, enjoyed the event despite the dismal weather.

“I was responsible for setting up and handing out t-shirts. We had a pretty large turn out, even with the rain,” Grinstead said.

Parents and chili hopefuls tailgated in the rain, waiting for the game to start.

Marc Calhoun, a sophomore biology major, was excited by the enthusiasm of parents and students.

“Parent’s day was really successful, we had the most participants in the last five years. The rain dampened the mood, but we were thankful for those that came out,” Calhoun said.

Calhoun hopes to see the event continue to grow.

“ULM is getting out there. People recognize our name, and that’s a great thing for the university. Even amidst all the budgetary problems, we still have people interested in us,” Calhoun said.

Shaniece Mitchell, a sophomore pre-dental hygiene major, enjoyed the game with her mother.

“I’m excited to share my school pride with my mom and show her a different side of ULM,” Mitchell said.

Mitchell believes this is a great way for parents to see the everyday lives of their children.