New College of Charleston students excited to start learning

July 3, 2024

Alice Lutz

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College Today caught up with a few students at orientation to find out what they’re most excited about in their first semester at College. Here’s what they had to say!

An air of excitement and anticipation fills campus this summer as more than 2,000 admitted students arrive for New Student Orientation, a step closer to the start of something extraordinary at College of Charleston.

There is much to be excited about for these new Cougars as they begin their journey as college students, and Julia Neimarkthird year student of communication and intern College todayI tracked down a few students at orientation to find out what they’re most excited about in their first semester at College. Here’s what they had to say!

What are you most looking forward to when you arrive?
College Charleston in the fall?

“I’m looking forward to learning about the history of the city because I’ve never been there and created a new community in a place like this before. I come from a small island; it’ll be interesting.”

Cydney moss
Nantucket, Massachusetts
Marketing Direction
@Cydneymosscrop

“I can’t wait to meet new people and get my degree.”

Bryson McBride
Florence, South Carolina
Direction Biology
@brysonmcbridee

“Join a fraternity and get a good education.”

Caden Abel
Charleston, South Carolina
Engineering Main
@caden_abel

“I can’t wait to start my new classes. I also plan to join some sports and other clubs.”

Sloane McIlvaine
Jupiter, Florida
Undecided Main
@Sloane_mcilvaine

“I’m most looking forward to meeting new people and getting involved in different clubs and activities on campus.”

Emerson Hines
Sudbury, Massachusetts
Direction communication
@emerson.hines