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Traditions
St Andrews is famous for its strange traditions! Here are some of the main ones:
Academic Families and Raisin Weekend
Academic Sins and Soakings
Gowns and the Gaudeamus
Postgrads on the Pier: St Leonards Day
Race2 (Charity Hitchhike)
St Andrews Day and the Big Hoolie
University Challenge
The Gaudie and May Dip