As students walked through the sliding doors of the University Union on Feb. 9, an inviting ’70s beat attracted them into the Redwood Room as the ladies of Nu Upsilon (undergraduate chapter) and Kappa Psi Zeta (graduate chapter) of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. greeted them.

The sorority held the event to raise awareness for domestic violence while hosting a remake of a classic dating game show.

“Although it’s a fun event, it also brings awareness for possible domestic violence for those in relationships,” said Kappa Psi Zeta member Michelle Samuel.

While the event was free, the sorority welcomed donations for its philanthropy, March of Dimes.

Nu Upsilon’s President Brittany Ryan said March of Dimes is aimed at spreading awareness of baby prematurity.

The colors royal blue and white surrounded the small yet intimate crowd.

The sorority’s brother organization, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. from Sacramento State and UC Davis, attended the event in support.

“We like to paint the world with those colors,” said UC Davis senior Ryan Vernon.

The game show contestants were chosen by a member of the brother organization.

The first round of contestants featured a bachelorette looking to match with one of three hidden male contestants who answered question in hopes of attract her.

The winning couple received gift certificates to Olive Garden and Papa Murphy’s.

In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, questions ranged from what the contestants valued most in a relationship to what their idea of a romantic evening was.

All contestants came up with answers that won the audience with laughs, claps and snaps.

In the end, the bachelorette picked contestant number three.

During the rest of the game show, the host alternated rounds with eligible bachelors and bachelorettes.

The host called up a commercial break after the second round, which prompted Nilda Guanzon Valmores from My Sister’s House to speak.

“My Sister’s House is the first and only non-profit organization to specifically identify and address the unique needs of Asian and Pacific Islanders and other under-deserved women and children impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking in the Sacramento region,” said Valmores.

The organization’s services include a 24-hour helpline, shelter for those in need, legal assistance, peer support, counseling and more.

After the commercial break, the host continued with three more rounds.

“I was nervous when I was up there asking these ladies some questions,” said senior Roman Gonzalez. “I was glad to go off of their answers, and not their looks. But it so happened I picked one of the best looking ones up there.”

After two hours, the event concluded with applause from the audience.

“For this many people to show up, I think it was a great turnout,” said Vernon. “It was awesome how everyone was so excited to come and be a part of the event. We will definitely do this event again for next year’s Valentine’s Day.”

For more information or assistance call (916) 428-3271 for My Sister’s House 24/7 helpline.