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Huntington tops Registration Weekend record

Incoming freshmen participate in "Picture This," one of the games in the HU Olympics.

FOR RELEASE July 9, 2008
HUNTINGTON, IN—Huntington University registered 229 first-time freshmen during Registration Weekend, topping the previous record set in 2006 by 28 students.

In addition, 38 more freshmen have indicated to the registrar’s office that they intend to register in the near future.

Registration Weekend, held this summer on June 20-21, is an orientation to Huntington University for students and parents. Both attend seminars introducing them to faculty, staff and current students. Students can take placement tests, sign up for housing, have their student identification photo taken and learn about the university’s wireless computer network. A highlight of the weekend is the HU Olympics, hosted by current students.

Huntington University is a comprehensive Christian college of the liberal arts offering graduate and undergraduate programs in more than 70 academic concentrations. U.S.News & World Report ranks Huntington among the best colleges in the Midwest. Founded in 1897 by the Church of the United Brethren in Christ, Huntington University is located on a contemporary, lakeside campus in northeast Indiana. The University is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU).

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