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2012 Welcome Week

Thousands of students turn out for Welcome Week, an annual tradition at UC San Diego. <br> <br>Photos by Erik Jepsen/UC San Diego Publications

Sixth College holds up the coveted Golden Shoe in jubilation upon winning the 30th Annual UnOlympics.

Team members from Roosevelt College run through a human tunnel following an UnOlympic relay.

Revelle College cheers for their team during the 30th Annual UnOlympics.

Revelle Freshmen race down the field during the obstacle course relay at the 30th Annual UnOlympics.

Alumni Association Executive Director Armin Afsahi holds up the Golden Shoe before the start of the 30th Annual UnOlympics.

Zombie themed Marshall College students pose for photos at the 30th Annual UnOlympics.

Sixth College celebrates upon winning the Golden Shoe at the the 30th Annual UnOlympics.

Students enter RIMAC Arena for Triton Power Hour.

The UC San Diego Cheerleading squad teaches the attendees a Triton cheer.

2012 London Olympian and UC San Diego Alumnus Christine Merrill speaks to incoming freshmen and transfer students.

Students cheer for their college during Triton Power Hour.

Chancellor Khosla receives a UC San Diego baseball jersey at the Triton Power Hour.

The UC San Diego Pepband performs during Triton Power Hour in RIMAC Arena.

Students enjoy a free lunch following the Triton Power Hour.

Chancellor Khosla greets students with cookies on RIMAC Ridgewalk during the Student Service Fair.

Students pose for surf photos at the Student Service Fair.

Student organizations and athletic teams pass out fliers on RIMAC Ridgewalk during the Student Service Fair.

King Triton interacts with students at the Student Service Fair on RIMAC Ridgewalk.

Chancellor Khosla took the stage to welcome the new students and praise them for their academic achievements.

Marshall College students cheer during the opening of the Welcome Convocation commencement on RIMAC Field.

Chancellor Pradeep Khosla

Thousands of 1st year and transfer students were present to listen and participate in the Welcome Convocation on RIMAC Field.

Alumnus Don Murphy delivered the keynote address to thousands of new freshmen and transfer students on RIMAC Field.

Dinner and ice cream were provided to all in attendance at the Welcome Convocation.

Vice Chancellor Penny Rue talks with students during Welcome Convocation.

UC San Diego faculty were in attendance and available for encouraged student questions following the Welcome Convocation.