Air date: 2003-09-23

Runtime: 43 min

After returning from a summer of backpacking through Europe, Rory and Lorelai frantically prepare for Rory's move to college.

Air date: 2003-09-30

Runtime: 42 min

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.

Air date: 2003-10-07

Runtime: 44 min

Emily redecorates Rory's dorm room without her permission. Lorelai and Sookie cater a kids' birthday party with a "Lord of the Rings" theme.

Air date: 2003-10-14

Runtime: 44 min

While visiting Stars Hollow for the weekend, Rory encounters Dean, who awkwardly invites her to an event the next day.

Air date: 2003-10-21

Runtime: 44 min

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.

Air date: 2003-10-28

Runtime: 44 min

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.

Air date: 2003-11-04

Runtime: 44 min

Rory and Lorelai participate in a Stars Hollow event in which the townspeople dress up and present tableaux imitating famous paintings.

Air date: 2003-11-11

Runtime: 43 min

Rory tries to spice up her articles for the student newspaper. Luke admits to Lorelai that he is revisiting a past relationship.

Air date: 2003-11-18

Runtime: 44 min

Emily realizes that Richard has been secretly meeting someone for lunch for years. Lorelai accepts an invitation to dinner.

Air date: 2004-01-20

Runtime: 43 min

Lorelai and Sookie renovate their inn. Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Rory is irritated by Paris's new relationship.

Air date: 2004-01-27

Runtime: 43 min

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.

Air date: 2004-02-03

Runtime: 43 min

Luke is wary when his sister comes to town. Lorelai hesitates to tell her parents about her new beau. Paris's affair gets serious.

Air date: 2004-02-10

Runtime: 43 min

Rory crosses paths with Jess in Stars Hollow. Luke's sister visits Stars Hollow and introduces her new boyfriend to her brother.

Air date: 2004-02-17

Runtime: 43 min

Overwhelmed by her classwork, Rory confides in Dean, who's working on the construction crew at the Dragonfly Inn.

Air date: 2004-02-24

Runtime: 41 min

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.

Air date: 2004-03-02

Runtime: 43 min

Richard is devastated by a sudden loss. Emily receives a shock when she finds an old letter that was written to Richard.

Air date: 2004-04-13

Runtime: 43 min

Rory and Paris head south for their first spring break in Florida, where they run into a couple of their old pals from Chilton.

Air date: 2004-04-20

Runtime: 43 min

Jason and Richard are sued. Rory is upset by a decision Dean has made. Dean is told to stop spending time with Rory.

Air date: 2004-04-27

Runtime: 43 min

Lorelai confronts her father when she learns that he has cut business ties. Luke gives Lorelai an update on his love life.

Air date: 2004-05-04

Runtime: 43 min

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.

Air date: 2004-05-11

Runtime: 43 min

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.

Air date: 2004-05-18

Runtime: 43 min

Lorelai invites friends and family to do a test run of the Dragonfly Inn opening. Two suitors pursue Lorelai.