We are proud of our beloved campus traditions which include annual events and many longstanding resources. These customs and habits create a strong connection to the physical campus for all who spend time here.
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First 40
New students participate in a wide-ranging series of social and cultural events during the first forty days of classes.
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Student Life Newspaper
Student Life is one of the oldest collegiate newspapers in the country, founded in 1878. Read it online or in print for campus news, sports reporting, events, opinions and more.
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WILD
Offered in the spring each year, this popular concert and festival features plenty of refreshments and music by a nationally recognized band.
Residential College Olympics
An annual competition between Residential Colleges in a wide variety of fun events such as basketball, dodgeball, tug-of-war, and Twister.
Student Life Newspaper
Student Life is one of the oldest collegiate newspapers in the country, founded in 1878. Read it online or in print for campus news, sports reporting, events, opinions and more.
ThurtenE Carnival
Founded in 1907, ThurtenE is the oldest and largest student-run carnival in America.
Vertigo
Annual dance party sponsored by the School of Engineering & Applied Science.
WILD
Offered in the spring each year, this popular concert and festival features plenty of refreshments and music by a nationally recognized band.
WUStock
WUStock is a concert organized by students, for students every spring in the Swamp.