Rutgers 250th celebration starts today. Get in the spirit with these seven videos from NJ.com. Watch video
Today Rutgers is kicking off a yearlong celebration for its 250th anniversary.
The university will have commemorative events throughout the year -- from lectures and classes, to concerts, art exhibitions, and films -- culminating on Nov. 10, 2016 with a showcase of alumni speakers called, "A Day of Revolutionary Thinking".
To get you in the spirit, here's a look at seven scenes from Rutgers -- including cannon explosions, marching band performances, and the introduction of the new Rutgers mascot.
1.) Boom! Rutgers cannon crew keeps history and football tradition alive
2.) Rutgers crew savors long history, proud tradition
3.) Rutgers' Marching Scarlet Knights play important role in gameday experience
4.) After 140 years, Rutgers nixes 'be a man' and rewrites alma mater with gender-neutral lyrics
5.) Taste testing the new Rutgers Scarlet strawberry
6.) Tasting history: Rutgers celebrates 250 years with journey through New Jersey food
7.) Rutgers unveils new Scarlet Knight mascot
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