August 29, 2022

Catholic University welcomed to campus the Class of 2026 with characteristic Cardinal cheer on Thursday, August 25, the first day of a fun-filled first weekend. Fresh faces for returning students included new University President Dr. Peter Kilpatrick and the Campus Ministry chaplains, who also introduced themselves to new arrivals as they moved into their dorms. First-year students and their parents, many of whom are alumni, celebrated the next generation of Cardinals with food and fellowship. Events for new students included orientation, meet-and-greets with campus faculty and staff, and icebreakers. Here’s to a great year!

 

Student orientation advisors pose to take a photo

Student orientation leaders gathered together before greeting new students.

Orientation advisors help a student move into their dorm

Move-in crews greeted first-year students at their new home, helping them unload and move into their dorms. 

University Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry Father Aquinas Guilbeau, O.P. chats with some Orientation Advisors
University Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry Father Aquinas Guilbeau, O.P. chats with some Orientation Advisors during move-in.
President Kilpatrick shaking a student's dad's hand as he greets him, the student, and the student's mother
President Dr. Peter Kilpatrick meets with parents on move-in day.
President Kilpatrick greeting a parent at their car window.
President Kilpatrick greets families at their cars as they arrive for move-in day.
President Kilpatrick helps a family unload their car during move-in.
President Kilpatrick helps a family unload their car during move-in.
Campus Ministry Associate Chaplain Fr. Frassati Davis speaks with a new student.

Campus Ministry Associate Chaplain Fr. Frassati Davis speaks with a new student.

First-year students and parents listening to presenters at one of the orientation sessions.

First-year students and parents listening to presenters at one of the orientation sessions. 

President Dr. Peter Kilpatrick meets with new students and their families.
President Dr. Peter Kilpatrick meets with new students and their families.
President Kilpatrick gives a speech to students and families at Orientation

President Kilpatrick welcomes the incoming Class of 2026 and their families at Orientation 2022 in Edward J. Pryzbyla University Center on Thursday afternoon.

Steve Kreider gives a speech to students and families at orientation.
Director of Campus Activities Steve Kreider tells students about the activities planned for them this weekend and the upcoming academic year.
Judi Biggs Garbuio gives a speech to students at orientation.
Vice President for Student Affairs Judi Biggs Garbuio speaks to students at Orientation 2022.
Alumni parents and first-year students pose for a picture with a Catholic University flag

Alumni parents of first-year students celebrate the next generation of Cardinals.

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