The [fake] snake bashing is a big deal for the freshman; it's sort of their job to drive the snakes off campus with their giant shillelaghs. The Snake Invasion happens the week before the big events; it's sort of the pre-game to the games during the official week of celebration.

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The Coronation Ceremony isn't one of the most publicized events, but it's a really nice ceremony and I would encourage people to come.

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The parade is usually my favorite part of the St. Pat's Day celebration. I helped run the parade last year and it was a lot of fun.

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I knew I could eat a lot. I just needed to learn how to eat faster.

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I start training two weeks before a competition, every other day. I'll drink a gallon of water and eat cottage cheese while at I'm at work.

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It was random, it took about three weeks. They filmed me for my first real competition as a competitive eater.

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