Hobart and William Smith Colleges

Liam Dillon 24 and his parents pose for a photo in front of JPR. Roommate Guillermo Castaneda Chang 24 takes the photograph. Both students have joined the Hobart soccer team.

On Thursday, Associate Professor of Geoscience David Kendrick talks with students taking Earth vs. Humans First-Year Seminar from his office in Lansing Hall.

Jason Ramos 23 rides his skateboard on St. Clair Street.

Professor of English Grant Holly introduces himself to the members of the Classes of 2024 who are taking his The History of Everything First-Year Seminar.

Members of the Classes of 2024 walk in front of Coxe Hall on their way to lunch on Thursday.

Hobart students walk to lunch on Thursday.

Associate Professor of Classics Leah Himmelhoch offers an overview of her First-Year Seminar, Archaeological Mysteries from her office in Smith Hall.

Lindsay Lesniak 21, from Brockport, N.Y., says You're going to run into some obstacles. Not everything will always go your way, but just keep pushing. It will all be worth it.

An Orientation Leader assisting transfer students, Allison Jordan 21, from Boston, Mass., suggests taking all the opportunities you are given and don't be afraid to try something new.

One of the Orientation Leaders overseeing spirit and social media for the weekend, Mimi Smith 21, from Rochester, N.Y., tells first-year students that it's okay to not be the typical college student. It doesn't make you weird or less than anyone else. Do what makes you happy and don't ever apologize for it.

Mackenzie Frary 21, from Canton, N.Y., who is also overseeing spirit and social media, says Act now! Don't shy away from opportunity. Your college years will fly by. If you want to do something, do it! There is never a better time than now.

Chris Guertler 21, from Yarmouth, Maine, tells the newest members of campus to take time to enjoy campus and the surrounding areas.

An Orientation Leader for fellow international students, Sky Markaki 22, from Athens, Greece, encourages new students to travel as much as you can with friends and go abroad.

Carling Landeche 21, from Sarasota, Fla., tells new students to prioritize sleep. Life gets crazy trying to balance your academics, a social life and getting involved in campus life. Remember to take time for yourself, get some exercise and do things that you enjoy. It will not only help your mental health, but will help you become a better student.

As one of the Orientation Leaders for international students, Daphna Bendull '21, from San Francisco, Calif., suggests that first-year students attend faculty office hours as they are a good way to get to know your professor, get help and meet other students.

Kenza Kebdani 21, from Marbella, Spain, advises first-years to take classes that you normally wouldnt go for.