16 First Impressions Parental Impressions The weekend began with swarms of cars pulling into the dorm parking lots, each representing a different state, and hundreds of adults wearing nametags scurrying around campus. It was obviously the annual Parent's Weekend. All over campus eager students guided their long-lost parents through the sites. Some of the students had not seen their parents since the beginning of the fall semester, and the reunion was a joyous one. The entire campus buzzed with energy. The student center, chapel, and even classes took on a new air as our parents brought their fresh perspective to the college atmosphere. Students felt refreshed by just spending time with "Mom and Dad." Highlights of the weekend included the bar-be-que, the pep rally, and the football game. During halftime the parents of Bison football players wore a look of pride in their faces as they were introduced to the crowd. Special activities and meetings were planned for the parents to help them feel welcomed and more involved with their college student's life. The weekend was a huge success and was enjoyed by both parents and students. -Shelli Mussleman HARDING DAD. A father of a Harding student is served at the annual Parent's Weekend cookout. Parents were anxious to participate in the weekend's activities. " THIS IS HOW IT WORKS." Mike Williams, Assistant Director of Admis - sions talks to a parent about a future student. Open house provided parents an opportunity to gather information from faculty and staff.
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