Campus & community

Back to Berkeley on social media 2018

By Tonya Becerra

New Berkeley student takes a selfie with Chancellor Carol Christ
New Berkeley student takes a selfie with Chancellor Carol Christ on move-in day. (UC Berkeley photo by Keegan Houser)
New Berkeley student takes a selfie with Chancellor Carol Christ

New Berkeley student takes a selfie with Chancellor Carol Christ on move-in day. (UC Berkeley photo by Keegan Houser)

Whether it’s the first or 150th time, it’s always a pleasure to welcome students to Berkeley at the start of the academic year. Here’s a collection of social media highlights that share the feeling of excitement and pride.

Welcome, Bears!

Students’ voices

Grandma’s American Dream

Also on Reddit and Twitter .

Through the eyes of a new student

See the full story on New Students, New Year .

Beloved Mom and all her Berkeley Bears

No age limit for Golden Bears!

Proud loved ones

And coping parents

Move-In Day

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bme4FUvhtXS/

See the full story on Move-In Day .

Golden Bear Orientation

Follow along on Snapchat

https://www.instagram.com/p/BmbVqVUFh2n/

https://www.instagram.com/p/BmhdLYUhagt/

See the full story on Golden Bear Orientation (GBO)

Advice for new Bears

“… I know this can be a scary/exciting/anxiety-filled/wonderful time! That’s normal! And know while Berkeley is a big place filled with wonderful people, it can take time to find your niche and community. But soon, you’ll bleed blue and gold. Go bears! 🐻🐻🐻” — a_sadra on Instagram

See more great comments on Instagram !

#FirstGenBerkeley

See UC’s #FirstGen website

Have a golden time and enjoy every moment!

https://www.instagram.com/p/BmPi2Gghqd5/

See a full kaleidoscope of back-to-school tips, stories, photos, and videos .

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