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2025 Welcome Week in Photos

Campus & Community

2025 Welcome Week in Photos

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Welcome Week festivities were held last week, as new members of the Orange community had the chance to explore all Syracuse has to offer.

From moving in to their residence halls to swaying to the alma mater for the first time during New Student Convocation to having an Orange Blast on the Quad and heading downtown for Citrus in the City, we’ve rounded up some of the best photos from events held across the campus. Take a peek—there might be someone you know!

Two people taking a selfie in front of the staircase and columns in front of the Hall of Languages under a clear blue sky." — You know you’ve arrived in ’Cuse when you’re finally snapping a selfie on the Einhorn Family Walk. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Group of people socializing around tables with drinks and snacks in a sunlit room with large windows overlooking greenery. — A welcoming reception was held for parents, families and supporters of incoming Slices. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Group of people standing closely together, singing, in the JMA Wireless Dome at New Student Convocation. One person is seen holding a program. — New Student Convocation (Photo by Amy Manley)

Four individuals in summer attire pose with orange foam sticks in front of an inflatable mini-golf course, with a large inflatable golf ball and white tent in the background. — Orange Blast (Photo by Amy Manley)

Two people walking on a wet sidewalk under a Syracuse umbrella, with bike racks and tall grass nearby. — The rain couldn’t put a damper on the Orange spirit during move-in week. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Community members in orange academic regalia walking across a field during a ceremony, with spectators in bleachers behind them. — Faculty members, University leadership and presenters process at New Student Convocation (Photo by Amy Manley)

Three smiling people in orange Syracuse University shirts taking a selfie together inside a football stadium, with the JMA Wireless Dome's distinctive architecture and seating visible in the background. — Students pose for a selfie on the field inside the JMA Wireless Dome during Dome Sweet Dome. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Chancellor Kent Syverud dressed in academic regalia at Syracuse University 2025 Student Convocation podium, with audience and orange banner in background. — Chancellor Kent Syverud dispenses words of wisdom at New Student Convocation. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Syracuse marching band performing indoors in orange and blue uniforms, with sousaphones and a cheering crowd. — The Dean’s Welcome event held at the College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) would not have been complete without an appearance by the Syracuse University Marching Band! (Photo courtesy of VPA on Facebook)

Three people at a table with informational materials and an orange box, with snacks and drinks in the background. — The Libraries educated new students and families about their spaces and resources during Welcome Week. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Libraries on Facebook)

Three people standing in front of an SUV, wearing Syracuse-themed shirts labeled 'DAD,' 'MOM,' and '44,' with one holding shoes and a box. — This family is locked in for the semester ahead with their Syracuse gear. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University on Instagram)

Two individuals standing on the sidelines of an indoor sports field, with Syracuse University signage and people in orange shirts in the background. — Women’s basketball head coach Felisha Legette-Jack ’89 (left) and men’s basketball head coach Adrian Autry ’94 help to hype up the crowd at Dome Sweet Dome. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Person in tan blazer at a table with orange and white packages of tissues, engaging with two others in a sunlit room with seated attendees. — Orange packages of tissues were on offer to relieve any tears at the Family Welcome Reception. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Welcome Week Leaders in light blue shirts cheering in a stadium with 'SYRACUSE' displayed on a dark blue wall behind them. — The Slice Is Right (Photo by Amy Manley)

Speaker at podium with 'Syracuse University 2025 New Student Convocation' banner, in front of orange and blue backdrop and seated audience. — Andrea-Rose Oates ’26 shares some helpful advice for incoming students at New Student Convocation. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Group of people in orange shirts holding welcoming signs with Syracuse-themed messages, standing outdoors near trees and buildings. — New students are welcomed to downtown Syracuse for Citrus in the City. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Group of people, some in Syracuse gear, standing on grass near a sidewalk with a dog on a leash and Chancellor Kent Syverud approaching. — Some of our favorite friends to be welcomed to campus by Chancellor Syverud are those of the four-legged variety. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Group of people outdoors on a sunny day near inflatable structures, with a large white arch, trees, and buildings in the background. — Orange Blast (Photo by Amy Manley)

Group of people in costumes seated on a bench inside a sports stadium, with field, stands, and spectators in the background. — Getting ready to compete at the Slice Is Right (Photo by Amy Manley)

Four people gathered around a table in a sunlit room, with one person seated using a laptop wearing a 'Libraries' shirt. — All smiles at the School of Information Studies (iSchool) open house for incoming students (Photo courtesy of the iSchool on Facebook)

Dancer in orange leaping on the football field in Syracuse’s JMA Wireless Dome, with 'WELCOME NEW STUDENTS' displayed on a large screen at New Student Convocation — New Student Convocation (Photo by Amy Manley)

Campus safety officer giving a thumbs-up outdoors near a brick building and parked SUV, with greenery in the background. — Department of Public Safety (DPS) officers helped to ensure a safe move-in experience. (Photo courtesy of DPS on Facebook)

Man in a suit speaking with two individuals indoors, with balloons and a wall sign in the background. — Dean J. Cole Smith chats with students at a College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) Welcome Week event. (Photo courtesy of ECS on Facebook)

Two people embracing indoors, surrounded by others near tables with orange tablecloths and assorted items. — A heartfelt good-bye at Syracuse Hillel Fresh Fest (Photo by Amy Manley)

Five people walking on a sunny pathway with colorful frisbees, surrounded by trees and campus buildings. — Getting acquainted with Syracuse’s beautiful campus goes hand-in-hand with Welcome Week. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University on X)

Group in orange shirts performing a dance routine outdoors, with a marching band in blue uniforms and orange 'S' letters in the background. — Citrus in the City (Photo by Amy Manley)

Two people using stethoscopes to examine a medical training mannequin with sensors on its chest and abdomen. — The learning has already begun for the year at the Falk College of Sport open house. (Photo courtesy of the Falk College on LinkedIn)

Marching band in orange and blue uniforms performing in a stadium with 'WELCOME TO NEW STUDENT CONVOCATION' displayed above the crowd. — New Student Convocation (Photo by Amy Manley)

Chancellor Kent Syverud in a suit with an orange tie and name tag speaks to a group outdoors in a city setting, with brick buildings and a crowd in the background. — Chancellor Syverud chats with students at Citrus in the City. (Photo by Amy Manley)

Person wearing a blue 'Syracuse Hillel' kippah and blue shirt, with others in similar attire blurred in the background. — Syracuse Hillel FreshFest (Photo by Amy Manley)

Four people standing outdoors in front of a white tent, two wearing Syracuse apparel, with others in the background under a white tent at a campus event. — Getting together at the College of Arts and Sciences | Maxwell School event on the Quad (Photo courtesy of the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs on Facebook)

Two people in dark blue shirts with orange logos sit at a table conversing in a casual indoor setting with a staircase in the background. — Dean Michael Frasciello (right) hosted a Welcome Back BBQ for students in the College of Professional Studies. (Photo courtesy of the College of Professional Studies on Facebook)

Group of nine people pose with Otto the Orange mascot in front of a vibrant art installation labeled 'Authentic Filipino' with woven textiles and decorations. — Otto poses with friends at the Syracuse University Art Museum’s open house during Welcome Week! (Photo courtesy of the Art Museum on Facebook)

Six people gathered around a large black bin outside a brick building. — Hendricks Chapel staff and members of the Goon Squad help at move in. (Photo courtesy of Hendricks Chapel on Facebook)

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