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First-Years, First Steps at Lux et Lex Walk
Franklin & Marshall’s Class of 2029 took its first collective passage around campus during the Lux et Lex walk Aug. 24. Lux et Lex – Light and Law – is the College’s motto found inscribed on the metal arch spanning Klauder-Apple Walkway.
Donning College House shirts – Bonchek (red), Brooks (green) and Ware (purple) – the 515 first-year and transfer students passed under the archway’s golden letters and were greeted by a cascade of bubbles, cheering and welcoming signs. Faculty, staff and returning students lined walkways on campus to applaud the incoming class.
In 2029, the cohort will bookend its time at F&M by passing under the arch in the opposite direction. The class was formally welcomed to campus at Convocation Aug. 21.
Welcome to F&M, Class of 2029!
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