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The Turanor PlanetSolar, the first 100 percent solar-powered vessel, will attempt to circumnavigate the world from Singapore and is scheduled to arrive back in Monaco next May.

Researchers have recently been able to measure the existence of the evanescent magnesium atom with great precision.

DNA left on deer remains could be used in the future to identify deer poachers.

NASA has unveiled a plan to study the moon from crust to core.

-compiled by Surabhi Bhatt, Adnin Zaman and Faiza Arif

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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.