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Campus Traditions

Immerse in Our Campus Traditions

Our time-honored traditions become some of our students’ favorite college memories!

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Experience College as a Cardinal

Learn more about what you can expect as part of your education at William Jewell College. In addition to our activities, organizations and events, you can look forward to numerous college traditions that enhance your student life.

students cheering at inflatable obstacle course race
football stadium filled with fans wearing red at homecoming game
crowd holding candles in front of building with Christmas lights
new students lined up outside behind flag bearers
girl sliding down snow covered hill on a sled
student presenter pointing at a slide on a projection screen
Jewell choir in red robes singing in large cathedral
students dressed up in front of large lighted Jewell sign
top students on stage with faculty in regalia for honors convocation event

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