Union Program Council (UPC) is hosting the 28th annual OPUS Band Competition featuring a lineup of seven musical talents competing for cash prizes Friday.

The competition starts at 5:30 p.m. Friday on Bosco Student Plaza. The bands will be competing for a third place prize of $100, a second place prize of $150 and the grand prize of $200 and two hours of free recording time at Chapman Recording Studios in Kansas City. The competition is a diverse set, with everything from rock to rap, featuring The Whooligans, Waxeye, Faux Forte, Whyte Lyte, Vik G Trio, Parallel Paths and Jade Archetype. See the UPC website for performance times. Winners will be announced and presented with checks following the performances.

UPC After Hours will be hosting comedian and magician Michael Kent after the competition at 10:30 p.m. in Forum Hall.

For additional information about OPUS or for a complete list of all UPC activities, visit the UPC website or call the UPC office at 785-532-6571.