The transition from high-school student to college student can be a difficult one for some, and over the years the University has implemented many programs and initiatives to help first-year students feel at home. One was the freshman camp (above, 1954), which brought together enrolled students before their first semester began in order to give them a taste of what college life would be like. Today, potential students get a feel for the University through April Welcome, a program run by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Last year, more than 1,000 high-school seniors visited the University. The seniors take part in activities both on- and off-campus during their visits. They room with a current student in a residence hall, sit in on classes, talk with faculty, attend meetings and social activities sponsored by numerous student organizations and sample the area’s entertainment and cultural attractions. Many schools and departments offer special information sessions and tours of their facilities.