Dennis Haskins, who played Principal Richard Belding on the television show “Saved by the Bell,” has a message to spread: “Follow your dreams.”Haskins, an actor since college, brought his one-man comedy show to about 350 students in the Student Center Ballroom Tuesday evening.

After the “Saved by the Bell” theme song played, Haskins took the stage to loud cheers from the audience.

“Take advantage of being here, don’t just go to school,” Haskins said.

Programming Council Adviser Natalie Boone said she liked how Haskins not only entertained, but advised.

The performance included Haskins’ comedy routine as well as a “Saved by the Bell” trivia game.

Out of eight contestants, Carla Stoltenburg, a junior English major, was the victor. Stoltenburg won an autographed “Saved” cast picture she said she plans to frame.

Kristen Chapman, Programming Council special events director, said she felt that the performance went well, the energy was good and the students enjoyed it.

Several times during his performance, Haskins gave the Horned Frogs hand sign to a boisterous reception.

Chris Simpson, a freshman biology major, said he liked Haskins’ idea that everything connects, and if you are patient, success will come.

Haskins said his favorite part about going to schools and talking to students is he gets so much out of it.

“Follow your dreams, take chances,” Haskins said. “That’s how you get ahead.”

Cherie Walkley, a junior social work major, said she came because she watched “Saved by the Bell” when she was younger and still does.

Haskins added that students come to see him because they grew up with Mr. Belding and he likes to hear how he has touched their lives.

In addition to his performances, Haskins has competed in charity golf tournaments and visited troops in Iraq.