Summer Orientation happens online to ensure all new students and their families feel prepared for their start at Sewanee.

The summer Orientation program will guide you through preparing for everything from course registration to move in and more. 

Summer online Orientation

We have designed summer Orientation in order to make sure everyone has the opportunity to participate. The schedule of live webinars and office hours will be posted below as details become available.

2026 Live Sessions

First Year Experience

Date: Tuesday, April 7

Time: 4 p.m. CDT

The director of FYE, Betsy Sandlin, will host an online session to share more information about the FYE program and how to choose your Explore and Encounter options.

Course Preference Process

Date: Tuesday, June 2

Time: 4 p.m. CDT

Alex Bruce, Associate Dean of the College for Undergraduate Academic Affairs and Director of Academic Advising will guide students through the process of indicating course preferences on the Course Preference Form. In this process, students are asked to note their top academic interests, to select other courses of particular interest, and to rank their language choices. The information is essential for helping students make choices that are equally informed and of personal interest. A recording of the session will be available after June 4.

Living, Wellness, and Dining

Date: Tuesday, June 23

Time: 4 p.m. CDT

Hear directly from representatives of Residential Life, Student Life, Dining, University Health Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, and Student Accessibility Services as they walk you through what to expect outside of the classroom. This session will cover the essential aspects of daily life at Sewanee and help you feel confident about the support systems in place for students. We will share a recording of the session afterward for those who are unable to join. The Zoom link for this session will be added to this page in May.

Parent to Parent: Preparing for Sewanee

Date: Tuesday, July 14

Time: 4 p.m. CDT

This session will feature a panel of current Sewanee parents who will share their experiences and perspectives. They will answer your questions and offer practical insight to help you feel more comfortable easing the transition during this exciting time! Moderated by Bess Turner, P'25, P'28, P'30, Director of Family & Donor Engagement. We will share a recording of the session afterward for those who are unable to join. The Zoom link for this session will be added to this page in May.

Virtual Office Hours

Immunization Questions

Staff in University Health Services will have virtual appointments available for students and families to ask questions about the immunization requirements. Please call University Health Services at 931.598.1270 to schedule a virtual appointment.

Student Accessibility Services

Student Accessibility Services (SAS) will be hosting office hours for incoming students to ask questions about accommodations. SAS provides support to students seeking accommodations related to a disability in several areas including housing, dining, and academics. You can learn more about the accommodations process on their website.