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More than 1,700 members of the Class of 2026 and 100 transfer students gathered with their families and friends Under the Oaks on Saturday to participate in this university tradition.

Changes in the weather forecast will allow for the event for new Elon students to be held outdoors in this iconic university location.

The Elon University community welcomed the 1,700 students from the Class of 2026 and more than 100 transfer students with open arms as these newest Elon students moved into their new homes.

With the possibility of thunderstorms and lightning in the forecast for Saturday, Aug. 20, first-year and transfer students and their families should pay special attention to the details of the New Student Convocation rain plan. Read this note for essential details you will need to know.

Map shows the best routes for incoming students and families, as well as faculty and staff to follow on Move-in Day.

The website and Facebook page for New Student Programs at Elon provide students and their families with an overview of events and helpful tips as the academic year prepares to begin.

The 2023 edition of "The Best 388 Colleges" guide also recognized Elon's career services, campus, performing arts productions, residential facilities and classroom environments.

A weekly update from Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley with community health information, important resources and announcements of any changes to protocols.

Elon's Infectious Disease Response Team shared the following message on Monday, Aug. 15, about how the university is monitoring the spread of monkeypox and preparing for the possibility of a confirmed case on campus.

As Elon prepares to welcome its largest-ever incoming class, here is what they will have to look forward to, as well as valuable information and resources to make the transition as smooth as possible.