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Welcome, Accepted Students!<\/h2>\n
Important dates<\/h5>\n
Check In, Kickoff Days & New Student Orientation<\/h2>\n
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EARLY FALL Dates<\/span><\/h5>\n
<\/span>Early Fall Kickoff \u2013 New & Returning Students<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/span>Early Fall Orientation \u2013 New Students<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/span>Early Fall classes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nFALL DATES<\/h5>\n
<\/span>Kickoff \u2013 New & Returning Students<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/span>Fall Orientation \u2013 New Students<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/span>Fall Semester begins<\/span><\/p>\nLearn more about important dates and check-in procedure!<\/span><\/h4>\n
Student Email<\/a>
Student Portal<\/a>
Student Handbook<\/a>
Financial Aid<\/a>
Student Resources<\/a>
Housing & Dining<\/a>
Suggested Packing List<\/a>
Make a Deposit<\/a><\/p>\n