Some rooms have three, four and five people. Trustees has three multiple-occupancy rooms and Johnson has one. According to Palmer Muntz of the admissions office, who is also the freshman class advisor, there were more freshmen last year, but this year's enrollment appears to be a new record. One reason for this is transfer students. Muntz said there are approximately 79 transfer students from 70 other institutions.
Enrollment is up also due to retention.
She also believes that the resident assistants and T.A.G. team leaders have helped with retention. Enrollment figures will not be released until next Tuesday. When you walk into the cafeteria, let your eyes scan the crowd of faces that pepper the tables. You'll find more than a few unfamiliar people. The Abiding Class of 2002 is making its presence known.