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Incoming freshmen: Life begins today

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In the time of Knute Rockne, for my incoming class exactly fifty years ago or for the current freshman class, the start of the fall semester is the friendliest time of the school year. Everyone is open to meeting others before they unfortunately settle into more hectic and restrictive routines. We who survived our freshmen foray on campus are eager to offer myriad advice. Yet the best practice advice remains unchanged from Rockne to Rudy to now: Your life begins today, so follow your interests and speak to strangers all semester.










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Sincerely,Nancy P. Nekvasil Interim President, Saint Mary's College