CCU tree lighting sets the holiday mood

CCU's annual Tree Lighting, complete with hot chocolate, cookies, caroling and holiday spirit, was enjoyed by faculty, staff and students alike at Atheneum Hall and Patio.

The jolly guy was there too, in his red, fur-lined suit, collecting letters from children. Here are some samples. (Some might be from CCU students, don't you think?)

Dear Santa,

I would really like in-state tuition because I have no money. Thank you very much.

Dear Santa,

I want a new zebra bedspread and a sparkly vest. Also I want a lime green beanbag chair.

Dear Santa,

I want all that I every wanted. I would like my car to magically work and to get straight A's.

Dear Santa,

Is my kitty on the list? You are the best!

Dear Santa,

I will make you the best peanut butter cookies with a Hershey kiss on them for a full stocking of candy, an IPad2 and a Siberian Husky puppy to protect my weiner dog (Bearer) from hawks and buzzards in the backyard.

Dear Santa,

I would like a hippo.