An aerial view of cars lined up to check in at the Ellicott Complex. Photo: Douglas Levere

Students receive their keys at the Governors Complex residence halls. Photos: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

Now for the hard work: moving into Goodyear Hall on the South Campus. Photo: Douglas Levere

But once the sun goes down, it's time for fun at the New Student Carnival! Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

New students get on the swing ride. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

"Downdraft" was not only thrilling to ride, but to photograph, too. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

The game room provided a calmer, fun experience. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

Chess, air hockey and other "rec-room" type games were available. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

Out in the Furnas Lot, a skate party. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

On Saturday night, local band "Mom Said No" gave an energetic performance that kept the party hoppin'. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

The crowd was singing and dancing along. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

On the field near the Student Union, the "Giant Blacklight Video Dance Party" also attracted an enthusiastic crowd. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

On Sunday night, Victor E. Bull took the stage at the pep rally. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

And head football coach Maurice Linguist got the pep flowing. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki

And for the grande finale... Photo: Douglas Levere

Fireworks closed out the night. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki