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Largest class in 51品茶history鈥攃lass of 2020鈥攎oves in with a little help from their friends

Class of 2020

Sunday, August 28 was move-in day at 51品茶for new students, and the University welcomed them in a big way --  a fitting reception for the largest class in 51品茶history.

The class of 2020 arrived on campus with smiles on their faces and carloads of boxes to unpack. In keeping with 51品茶tradition, members of several student athletic teams were on hand to help out with the hoisting, lifting and carrying. Among those who volunteered their time and muscles were team members from lacrosse, men鈥檚 golf, women鈥檚 soccer, rugby and cross country. In addition, it was the second year that student move-in volunteers known as the 鈥淪torm Front鈥 pitched in, and according to Kevin Taschereau, associate director for Student Activities and Organizations, the number of Storm Front participants doubled from last year.

Hopefully, now with beds made, furniture arranged and final touches being added to their dorm rooms, UNE鈥檚 new arrivals will turn their attention to the First Day Fireworks to be held on August 31 by the riverfront  to celebrate the first day of classes.

A Storm Front volunteer lends a hand on move-in day.
A Storm Front volunteer lends a hand on move-in day.

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