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New architecture students gather at the iconic Hayes Hall, home of the School of Architecture and Planning. Photo: Douglas Levere
Following introductions of the dean, chair, faculty, teaching assistants and staff, students visited the library, computer labs, the fabrication shop (seen here) and design studio. Photo: Douglas Levere
Students had a chance to take a look at student work from last year, too. Photo: Douglas Levere
The College of Arts and Sciences enthusiastically welcomed students to the Center for the Arts. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki
Lance Rintamaki, associate professor of communication, filled students in on "What to Expect." Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki
A tabling event featured departments, as well as academic student organizations. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki
There were also TED-style talks by CAS faculty members from a range of disciplines. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki
Students who are exploring majors had a chance to connect with each other in the Natural Sciences Complex. Photo: Douglas Levere
Ann Bisantz (left), dean of undergraduate education, offers guidance to exploratory students. Photo: Douglas Levere
The School of Management brought the fun to Academics Day. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki
"Dunk the Dean" was one of the highlights! Paul Tesluk prepares to take the plunge. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki
The Little Blue food truck was on hand with snacks. Photo: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki
The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences held small group sessions. Photo: Douglas Levere
All of the various events and programs were designed to help new students succeed academically. Photo: Douglas Levere
A new element of Welcome Weekend, Academics Day put the focus on academics and gave new students an opportunity to build connections within their majors.
Published September 2, 2021