S0me 280 members of the class of '16 arrived on the Hill on Aug. 17 to prepare for pre-orientation. Adirondack Adventure (AA) and Outreach Adventure (OA) give incoming students the chance to spend a week getting to know their new classmates in an informal setting, interacting on an equal basis and learning something new. The rest of the Class of '16 will arrive on Aug. 25 when new student orientation begins.

Pre-orientation participants choose their trip based on the type of activity and level of difficulty. OA trips include volunteering at local human service agaencies, painting projects and working with children. On AA trips, participants can hike, kayak and go rock-climbing.

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