Fresno City College hosted its first school dance in more than 30 years on April 16, in honor of the school’s centennial celebration. About 145 students, faculty and staff attended.

The masquerade-themed ball, organized by Associated Student Government, was held in the FCC cafeteria. It started at 7 p.m. and ended at midnight. 

“It’s pretty awesome that I was here to see it,” English major Amanda Borchansky said.

The ball offered music, photos, food and prizes. Decorations consisted of a temporarily installed disco ball, a backdrop that covered up the food purchasing area of the cafeteria and pillars with white holiday lights. The food offered in the faculty dining area included pot stickers, meatballs and little sandwiches.

ASG student trustee Ericka Gutierrez said student leaders wanted to bring the FCC community together to celebrate the college’s 100 year anniversary.

“We wanted something that would be different and fun,” Gutierrez said.

To promote the event in the week leading up to the ball, the $30 tickets were offered “buy one get one free.” The ball was mainly funded by ASG, which provided money for supplies. A committee of students fundraised for the event by selling tickets and masquerade masks.

At the dance, a new, unnamed dance crew made a surprise appearance, performing to the music of T.I. and Justin Timberlake. ASG adviser Sean Henderson served as DJ for the night. His song choice ranged from Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” to Indian and other international music.