Join us in welcoming Utah State University's newest Aggies onto the Logan campus on Friday, August 25! In its fifth year, the Connections Luminary allows students the opportunity to process from the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum to the Quad. During this time, students will hear from esteemed speakers, create lasting connections with others, and experience a meaningful welcome to Utah State University.
This event is special because it celebrates people from all backgrounds. As a community member, you have the unique opportunity to welcome our newest Aggies to campus! Help make this experience as special as possible.
How Does the Community Participate?
The community primarily participate in two ways:
First, as students are walking from the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum to the Quad, faculty, staff, and community members will line the sidewalks to cheer on our Aggies. While holding blue Luminary Lanterns, we get to create an unforgettable experience for students participating in the Luminary.
Second, as students fill in the Quad, community members join the students to listen to the university president, Elizabeth Cantwell welcome students to campus. As students listen to our esteemed speakers, they gather on the quad to form a glowing "A" with their lanterns. As community members, you get to line the top of the "A" with your blue lanterns.
Community Agenda
8:00 p.m. - Arrive at the Quad and find the "Welcome" table. Here, you will receive your Luminary Lantern and blue light.
8:30 p.m. - Welcome and watch the broadcast as students begin their event in the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum. This will be broadcasted on the East side of the Quad for everyone to watch.
8:55 p.m. - Line the sidewalk with your blue lanterns. When instructed, get ready to welcome our newest Aggies by cheering loud!
9:30 p.m. - Gather along the sidewalk as students form an "A" in the grass. Once students are in formation, community members will line the top section of the "A" with their blue lanterns.
9:45 p.m. - Join the students near the stage as President Cantwell speaks and lights the "A" blue!
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