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Oral Roberts University Breaks World Bubble Wrap Record

Bubble WrapOral Roberts University successfully broke the Guinness World Record for the number of people popping bubble wrap simultaneously. The university surpassed the current world record on January 26, 2015, when they hosted the “Pop ‘Til You Drop Bubble Wrap Challenge” in honor of National Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day.

ORU reported 1,011 students, faculty, staff, alumni, prospective students and friends of the university gathered in the Mabee Center for the event. This number broke the previous record of 942 people.

“As a Christian institution, we believe that academics, faith and fun should all be part of the college experience for our global student body. The Bubble Wrap Challenge created a great sense of community for our students, faculty and staff and was a lot of fun for everyone who attended. Breaking a world record is icing on the cake,” said ORU President Dr. William M. Wilson.

Months of planning went into the “Pop ‘Til You Drop Bubble Wrap Challenge.” The university hosted more than 100 prospective high school, middle school and home school students during the event. Additionally, ORU provided entertainment with games, videos, social media and trivia contests as well as a “wrap” off.

“The ‘Pop Til’ You Drop Bubble Wrap Challenge’ was such a fun event! It was a great way for ORU to come together and show the world that we like to achieve things as a community and have fun while doing so,” said ORU convergence journalism senior, McKensie Garber.

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