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The Inter-Fraternity council should have better justified its Bid Day changes to students

During what is soon to be the snowiest winter in Charlottesville history, the community awoke to a winter wonderland this Friday that effectively shut down University operations for the day. Leonard Sandridge, executive vice president and chief operating officer, announced the first school closing since February 2003 Thursday night because of the "hazardous to nearly impossible" travel that was expected. The blizzard-like conditions dumped more than a foot of snow in the area and became d

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The University’s Orientation and Transition programs are vital to supporting first year and transfer students throughout their entire transition to college. But much of their work goes into planning summer orientation sessions. Funlola Fagbohun, associate director of the first year experience, describes her experience working with OTP and how she strives to create a welcoming environment for first-years during orientation and beyond. Along with her role as associate director, summer Orientation leaders and OTP staff work continually to provide a safe and memorable experience for incoming students.