As someone who adores penguins, Marketing major Nadia Del Sonno ’28 knew she needed a fluffy animal friend while at school. Scrolling through Amazon, she found PJ the Penguin who’s joining her on the college journey. “I still need a stuffed animal with me, even though I’m 18 years old,” says the Massachusetts native.
From stuffed animals to family photos, first-years make Bryant their home away from home
Sep 04, 2024,
by Emma Bartlett
From moms double-checking that their sons and daughters packed their cell phone chargers to dads heading to Target to pick up a TV for the dorm, Bryant’s first-year residence halls were overflowing with boxes, suitcases, and — of course — excitement on Thursday during Bryant’s first-year move-in. Walking into their new double, triple, quad, or suite, students were greeted with endless decorating possibilities and immediate camaraderie upon meeting roommates. To ease the move-in jitters, students accessorized their space with familiar comforts. Here’s a snapshot of first-years making Bryant their home away from home.