…take a selfie with a campus statue during orientation.
TAKE A SELFIE WITH A CAMPUS STATUE DURING ORIENTATION.
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Remember that first whirlwind of orientation? Amidst the nervous excitement and the sheer enormity of it all, there was that moment. The slightly awkward, totally necessary pilgrimage to that campus statue, phone in hand, beaming for the camera. It wasn't just a photo; it was your official, albeit unofficial, initiation. A silent pledge to the years ahead, a whispered "I'm really here."
But that selfie was just the beginning, wasn't it? Our time at an Ivy is defined not just by the rigorous academics or the grand lectures, but by the countless unwritten rules and shared rites of passage. Did you even go if you didn't pull an all-nighter in that specific corner of the library, fueled by questionable caffeine and shared desperation? Did you truly experience it if you didn't navigate those infamous campus hills, perhaps in a sudden downpour, wondering how anyone survives winter?
It’s the whispered stories about certain traditions, the secret spots only upperclassmen knew, the shared groan over a particularly challenging problem set, or the collective cheer at a campus event. These aren't just memories; they're the threads that weave our unique tapestry, connecting generations of students and alumni. They are the true markers of belonging, the insider jokes that only we truly understand.
So, whether you're still navigating those hallowed halls or looking back fondly on them, these moments—big and small—are what make our journey unforgettable. They are the heart of what it means to be a part of this incredible legacy.