Written by Emma Biswas
Despite Ratrave only officially starting 30 minutes ago, the energy in the Intercultural Resource Center was at a high. The sounds of Columbia DJ’s sets filtered through 114th street, creating an environment that lived up to the event’s name. Upon walking in and going up the narrow stairs, one finds themself in the center of the “rave.” Ratrock members were working shifts at the makeshift bar (the IRC kitchen) and CDJ’s sets energized the crowd. They played everything from iconic brat tracks to techno to a remix of the Wii waiting room music. Those who attended the event were transported from the IRC to a club downtown after stepping foot into Ratrave. People crowded around both the DJ booth and the bar. Two specialty drinks – Deconstructed Cosmo and Midterm Tears – were served to all. Everyone there was dressed to the tens, all ready to rave. At the end of the party, attendees left the IRC satisfied and happy. This was not only a great way to bring the arts community together but also a hype beginning to Columbia’s Halloween festivities.
