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'CANE KICKOFF 2024

Welcome to the U

By University of Miami

August 9^th, 2024

First-year and new transfer students and their families are making their way to the University of Miami this week for ’Cane Kickoff 2024, the University’s new student orientation.

Hosted by the Department of Orientation and Commuter Student Involvement with participation from partners across the University, the program takes place from Monday, Aug. 12, through Sunday, Aug. 18, and will support more than 2,800 incoming students as they transition into life at the U. Activities begin at the Lakeside Village Expo Center, where students check in and receive their ’Cane Card, the University identification card. From there, they move into their new home away from home with Cruise Ship Move-In specialists assisting first-year students move their belongings into Centennial Village and Mahoney–Pearson Residential College.

The week features more than 185 events and informative on-campus sessions designed to help students develop a sense of belonging, learn about the various resources available, and begin their University journey. Optional excursions over the weekend will also help students explore Miami and begin to feel at home.

SATURDAY, AUG. 17, 2024

President's Bash

Experience Miami

FRIDAY, AUG. 16, 2024

Toppelfest Block Party

Night Crawler at Outdoor Adventures

THURSDAY, AUG. 15, 2024

’Cane Kickoff Live

College of Engineering's Undergraduate Orientation

Wellness Expo

Canes Got Talent

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14, 2024

’Cane Take Flight

“The U, as we call it, is an extraordinary place. If you’re sitting in this room, you are excellent. You’re going to continue to pursue that, because you’re going to want to make an impact.”

–Joe Echevarria, chief executive officer and acting president of the University of Miami

Hurricane Production's

Glow Nice to Meet You Event

Law School's HOPE Day of Service

TUESDAY, AUG. 13, 2024

SEBASTIAN THE IBIS TOURED THE CAMPUS WITH UNIVERSITY LEADERS, WELCOMING STUDENTS AND EVEN LENDING A HAND WITH MOVING INTO THEIR NEW HOME—ALL WITH A SMILE!

MONDAY, AUG. 12, 2024

“I am insanely impressed with how organized and smooth the move-in has been!”

Footnotes

Photography, production, and design by Joshua Prezant. Additional photos by Lauren Ferrer and Matthew Rembold. Videos by Franco LaTona, David Paula, and Matthew Rembold.

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Photography, production, and design by Joshua Prezant. Additional photos by Lauren Ferrer and Matthew Rembold. Videos by Franco LaTona, David Paula, and Matthew Rembold.

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