Color the Night performs at the Flock Party outside the Song Center for the Arts. Photo by Bethany Singleton. by Bethany Singleton
One of the final events to celebrate Founders’ Day and the investiture of Dr. Michelle Johnston was the Flock Party. Part concert and part community outreach, the event brought together students, alumni, and members of the city of Montevallo to celebrate the 16th president of the University of Montevallo.
Color the Night, a five-person band with over 10 years of touring experience, headlined the event and played hit music from both past and present decades played while people of all ages gathered to celebrate. With a wide variety of music, the event offered something for everyone attending, makong space for a fun, celebratory atmosphere for the university’s milestone.
Natali Jimenez, a junior Theatre major, affirmed the importance of the concert. “The inauguration of the first woman president is a momentous occasion, especially with this school being founded to give women an education. I think it commemorates the start of a new leaf in Montevallo’s history.”
Dr. Johnston was seen taking pictures and chatting with alumni, students, and members of the Montevallo community throughout the event. This affirms to the community the dedication she has to being involved with Montevallo and its betterment. Beyond the music, the Flock Party was a celebration of the University of Montevallo’s past, present, and future.
