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Freshman Convocation
August 23, 2009
Event Details
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About Convocation
The Freshman Convocation is the official beginning of first-time-in-college students' entry into Florida Atlantic University. The convocation formally welcomes freshman to the beginning of their academic career and represents Florida Atlantic University's involvement and commitment to its newest members of the community of learners. As freshmen assemble together with faculty, staff, and administrators, they gain a sense of identity that connects them to one another and to the university.
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Tiffany Weimar, Student Body President (left); Dr. Eric Chiang, Distinguished Teacher of the Year 2009 (middle); Dr. John F. Pritchett, Interim University President (right).
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Dr. Edward Pratt, Dean of Undergraduate Studies; presenting the Freshman Success Award to
Caitlin Moore (right) and Caroline Truong (left).
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Meaning of the Cord
All freshman in attendance received a blue and silver academic cord during the ceremony. The cord represents a commitment to achieving academic excellence and success and the beginning of a life-long connection to FAU. Freshman will wear their cord at their graduation four years from now.
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Brunch
Sponsored by: Department of Housing and Residential Life, Student Affairs
All first-year commuter and residential students were invited to attend to meet and greet fellow students, FAU faculty, and staff. Around 1,200 people showed up. The food was great, the atmosphere festive and the fun was just getting started.
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Play Fair
Sponsored by: Office of New Student and Owl Family Programs, Student Affairs
Immediately following the Convocation, all freshman were invited to participate in a variety of fun, interactive activities and meet new friends at Play Fair, located in the outdoor stage behind the Student Union.
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Learning Community (FLC and LLC) students - continue the fun...
Sponsored by: Center for Learning And Student Success (CLASS), Academic Affairs
Learning Community Ice Cream Social located in the Live Oak Pavilion.
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