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2023 Syracuse Welcome in Photos

Monday, August 28, 2023, By News Staff
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Students gather on the steps of Hendricks Chapel during the new student ice cream social

Making lifelong friends starts at Syracuse Welcome! (Photo by Angela Ryan)

Syracuse Welcome festivities were held last week, introducing nearly 4,000 new members of the Orange community to all that Syracuse has to offer.

From moving in to their residence halls to swaying to the alma mater during New Student Convocation to experimenting fun on the Quad and at the Barnes Center for the first time, the University’s photographers captured so much of the magic that comes with a new school year. Enjoy some of the highlights from this year below!

Shot from behind the marching band showing a crowd of students in the stands during New Student Convocation

New Student Convocation marks the official opening of the University and the beginning of new students’ journey at Syracuse. (Photo by Jeremy Brinn)

Three students pose together outside of a residence hall during move-in

Orientation leaders and volunteers helped to make sure move-in went as smooth as possible for everyone. (Photo by Angela Ryan)

A student hugs Otto outside of a tent on the Quad

Who can resist a hug from Otto the Orange?! (Photo by Amelia Beamish)

Students pose together in front of a screen that says Welcome and flags from numerous countries at the international student welcome dinner

A special dinner was held to welcome our newest international students to campus. (Photo by Jeremy Brinn)

A family of six poses outside of Sadler Hall during move-in

Move-in can often be a family affair. (Photo by Angela Ryan)

Chancellor Syverud speaks from the podium during New Student Convocation

Chancellor Kent Syverud addresses the Class of 2027 during New Student Convocation. (Photo by Jeremy Brinn)

Two students pet a dog during a Barnes Center kickoff event at Syracuse Welcome

Sometimes the friends you make at the Barnes Center at The Arch are of the four-legged variety. (Photo by Amelia Beamish)

Students playing volleyball at the Barnes Center

Volleyball was one of many activities to be enjoyed during international student game night at the Barnes Center. (Photo by Amelia Beamish)

Shot from behind of students standing up and swaying to the alma mater at new student convocation

New students sway together while singing the alma mater at New Student Convocation—a time-honored University tradition. (Photo by Jeremy Brinn)

Students pose together for a photo with Otto at Citrus in the City during Syracuse Welcome

Citrus in the City is held each year to give new students an opportunity to get acquainted with downtown Syracuse. (Photo by Jeremy Brinn)

four students pose together at the living learning communities picnic during Syracuse Welcome

A picnic was held for students who take part in one of the many living learning communities on campus. (Photo by Max Walewski)

Provost Gretchen Ritter speaks from the podium at New Student Convocation

Provost Gretchen Ritter speaks to the crowd of students and families at New Student Convocation. (Photo by Jeremy Brinn)

Students wearing orange form a giant S on the field of the JMA Wireless Dome

The Class of 2027 creates a giant Block S formation on the field of the JMA Wireless Dome. (Photo by Joseph Heslin)

Two Goon Squad members pose together next to a move-in bin

Goon Squad members help haul items to a residence hall during move-in. (Photo by Alex Dunbar)

students in an audience hold up their cell phones with the flashlight on

During the international student talent show, the audience responds to a performance by lighting up their phone flashlights. (Photo by Jeremy Brinn)

four community members pose with Otto at the new student veteran orientation.

New student veterans had the opportunity to get familiar with various resources available on campus during their orientation event. (Photo by Randy Pellis)

A student performs a dance number during the international student talent show

A student performs during the international student talent show. (Photo by Jeremy Brinn)

Students perform a dance routine under a tent at the Syracuse Welcome Fête

The Syracuse Welcome Fête, a celebration of the BIPOC student experience at Syracuse, included performances by various student organizations. (Photo by Amelia Beamish)

Crowd of students at Dome Sweet Dome

Students are all smiles at the Dome Sweet Dome event. (Photo by Jeremy Brinn)

Students pose with Otto at the Y2K party on the Quad during Syracuse Welcome

The Y2K Party on the Quad was lit (and so were Otto’s pants). (Photo by Amelia Beamish)

Students playing games together on the Quad during Syracuse Welcome

Students from living learning communities play games together on the Quad. (Photo by Jeremy Brinn)

members of the marching band arrive downtown for Citrus in the City

Members of the marching band arrive for Citrus in the City in downtown Syracuse. (Photo by Jeremy Brinn)

students cheering in the Dome

Things got competitive during The Slice is Right game show held in the JMA Dome. (Photo by Angela Ryan)

Two students pose together under a banner that says "Welcome to the Orange Family!"

Welcome to the Orange family! Make the most of the next four years. (Photo by Max Walewski)

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