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Opening Ceremonies
August 30, 2002

The following are photos from the Initiation and Affirmation Ceremony which was held in Vaughn Chapel and was followed by the annual Ferrum Family Picnic. New Students are welcomed to Ferrum by Faculty and Staff, lead by President Braaten.


New Students, made up of the Class of 2006 and transfers, make their way to Vaughn Chapel for the Ceremonies.


Faculty and Professional Staff ready their robes to process.


Students await the start


The Mace is brought in ahead of the Precession


Dr. Katherine Grimes, Director of the First-Year Experience, welcomes everyone


Dr. Sours, Vice President and Dean of the College speaks on a "Commitment To Excellence"


President of Ferrum College Dr. Jennifer Braaten address students on "Loyalty To Alma Mater"


Dr. Dan Miller, Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment speaks on "Commitment To Community"


SGA Officers light three candles representing the three commitments spoken of


SGA President John Bogo leads the students in the recitation the Ferrum College Credo


Wes Astin leads the students in the signing of the Alma Mater

 

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