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The campus of Framingham State University.

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Students on the campus of Framingham State University, which is growing.

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Framingham State University students board a shuttle on campus that will transport them to O'Connell's Pub on Worcester Street. O'Connell's offers the free shuttle to students from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. on Thursday nights.

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Framingham State University student Jillian Donham got her ID ready while waiting in line to get in to O'Connell's Pub.

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Framingham State University student Courtney Robinson (left) whispered to her friend while waiting in line.

Students exit and enter a dorm in between classes.

Students studying before Thanksgiving break in the McCarthy Student Center.

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Students head into a new residence hall, North Hall, on on campus.