This video is a tradition at Elon College for welcoming new students titled "New Student Convocation" in the Alumni Gym on August 24, 1994. The faculty processional entered in two rows into the Alumni Gym (aerial shot from second floor). A wide shot of Mary Alice Bragg playing the organ with the trumpets. J. Earl Danieley is holding the Mace. Richard McBride, University Chaplain, provided the invocation. Larry Williams, Student Body Association (SGA) President welcomes each and every student on their Elon College journey education. "The Star Spangled Banner" is sung by an unknown faculty member. There are video shots of parents in the audience. Gerald (Gerry) Francis welcomes the new class of 1998. There are video shots of Nancy Smith Midgette, George Troxler, Jo Watts Williams, and new students seating in the audience. Gerry Francis states, "The Class of 1998, you came here because you expect the best from us at Elon and we expect the best from you." President J. Fred Young speaks to the Class of 1998 by welcoming each student and parent. George Troxler leads the faculty in their recessional, as the Elon Marshall.