Aired: 9/23/2003
After returning from a summer of backpacking through Europe, Rory and Lorelai frantically prepare for Rory's move to college.
Aired: 9/30/2003
Lorelai helps Rory move into her dorm, where she meets an odd new roommate, and learns that she will also be sharing her room with a familiar face.
Aired: 10/7/2003
Emily redecorates Rory's dorm room without her permission. Lorelai and Sookie cater a kids' birthday party with a "Lord of the Rings" theme.
Aired: 10/14/2003
While visiting Stars Hollow for the weekend, Rory encounters Dean, who awkwardly invites her to an event the next day.
Aired: 10/21/2003
Lorelai struggles to hide details of her life from Emily. Rory discovers that college dating isn't easy. Lorelai invites Luke over for movie night.
Aired: 10/28/2003
Emily hires Lorelai and Sookie to cater an elaborate launch party for Richard's new company, but insists they prove that they are worthy of her trust.
Aired: 11/4/2003
Rory and Lorelai participate in a Stars Hollow event in which the townspeople dress up and present tableaux imitating famous paintings.
Aired: 11/11/2003
Rory tries to spice up her articles for the student newspaper. Luke admits to Lorelai that he is revisiting a past relationship.
Aired: 11/18/2003
Emily realizes that Richard has been secretly meeting someone for lunch for years. Lorelai accepts an invitation to dinner.
Aired: 1/20/2004
Lorelai and Sookie renovate their inn. Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Rory is irritated by Paris's new relationship.
Aired: 1/27/2004
Lorelai is upset that Luke has gotten an apartment in another town. Rory learns that a guy she likes has been spreading false information about her.
Aired: 2/3/2004
Luke is wary when his sister comes to town. Lorelai hesitates to tell her parents about her new beau. Paris's affair gets serious.
Aired: 2/10/2004
Rory crosses paths with Jess in Stars Hollow. Luke's sister visits Stars Hollow and introduces her new boyfriend to her brother.
Aired: 2/17/2004
Overwhelmed by her classwork, Rory confides in Dean, who's working on the construction crew at the Dragonfly Inn.
Aired: 2/24/2004
Rory gets a glimpse of Dean's new life. When Lorelai and Rory spend a day at the mall, they run into Emily on a wild shopping spree.
Aired: 3/2/2004
Richard is devastated by a sudden loss. Emily receives a shock when she finds an old letter that was written to Richard.
Aired: 4/13/2004
Rory and Paris head south for their first spring break in Florida, where they run into a couple of their old pals from Chilton.
Aired: 4/20/2004
Jason and Richard are sued. Rory is upset by a decision Dean has made. Dean is told to stop spending time with Rory.
Aired: 4/27/2004
Lorelai confronts her father when she learns that he has cut business ties. Luke gives Lorelai an update on his love life.
Aired: 5/4/2004
A self-help tape helps a depressed Luke realize who his soul mate is. Lorelai is stressed as the Dragonfly Inn's opening day approaches.
Aired: 5/11/2004
Jess walks his mother down the aisle at her Renaissance-themed wedding. Luke asks his new love interest on a date. Dean confides in Rory.
Aired: 5/18/2004
Lorelai invites friends and family to do a test run of the Dragonfly Inn opening. Two suitors pursue Lorelai.
