University of New Mexico students arriving back on campus during the first week of classes were greeted by the “Welcome back Days” event, with booths hosted by different student organizations, clubs, and resource centers each day. UNM staff and faculty handed out free food to students during the week, including ice cream, pizza and green chile stew. Hosted outside between Zimmerman Library and the newly-renovated Duck Pond, students had the chance to meet new people and engage with the various organizations throughout the week. UNM President Garnett Stokes took part in handing out ice cream alongside ASUNM President Andrew Norton to students on the first day as part of the President’s Ice Cream Social. “Welcome Back Days” also included live music, with different artists performing each day.
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PHOTO STORY: Welcome Back Days shines spotlight on student organizations, allows students to jumpstart their path
February 3The University of New Mexico held its second part of Welcome Back Days in the Student Union Building on Wednesday, Jan. 28. This day was centered around student organizations on campus, thus allowing students to get more information on how to become more involved and best suit their interests as they start a new semester. For those who love being active in sports, there were organizations represented such as UNM club tennis and Fusion ultimate frisbee. Those who love games could join clubs such as tabletop tavern or UNM’s chess club. Alex Joe is a freelance videographer for the Daily Lobo. He can be reached at photo@dailylobo.com or on X @DailyLobo
