Get Social

Spread the word! Setting a world record is no small feat – we’ll need all hands on deck. Share the event and send us a virtual high-five through social media by tagging the hashtags and handles below.

High-Five Hashtags

#RecordHigh5

Definition: UMW’s attempt to beat the world record for the most people performing a high-five simultaneously.

Example: Meet me at the Anderson Center for a #RecordHigh5!

#HighFiveHurley

Definition: A congratulatory tribute to UMW President Richard V. Hurley, known for giving high-fives to students on campus and at commencement. Hurley is retiring in June 2016.

Example: Congratulations on your retirement President Hurley! #HighFiveHurley

#OfficiallyAmazing

Definition: One of the hashtags commonly used by Guinness World Records when a record attempt becomes official.

Example: UMW hopes to become #OfficiallyAmazing on April 13!

High-Five Handles

Guinness World Records

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