about the sewanee parents' council

The Sewanee Parents’ Council is a group of active parents who invest relationally and financially so that the Sewanee family can grow and flourish.

The Council fosters a spirit of community both on and off the Mountain by:

  • Serving as liaisons for parents of current students to communicate ideas, questions, and concerns to the University
  • Sponsoring and/or hosting Sewanee-related events and activities
  • Providing financial support for student programs and educational experiences
  • Offering leadership, career, and internship opportunities to students
  • Recommending prospective students for admission

Serving on the Sewanee Parents' Council provides parents with the opportunity to meet and engage with administrators, faculty, staff, and a broad segment of parents and students about issues related to the Sewanee experience. Through two in-person, on campus meetings each year—one in the fall during Family Weekend and one in the spring—parents learn the latest Sewanee news and information, provide important feedback, and enjoy building relationships with other Sewanee families.

 

 

Whether taking part in the Council or supporting Sewanee in other ways, parents play an essential role in fostering EQB—the sense of kindred care and respect that defines campus life.

Gifts to the Sewanee Parents' Fund make a day-to-day difference for all students by strengthening the spaces, activities, programs, and people that form the University. Parents can maximize the impact of their giving by customizing their support to align with their student's interests and experiences.

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WELCOME SEWANEE FAMILIES!

Tory and Will Fitzgibbon, Chairs

Greetings, Sewanee families! We are so happy your child has chosen Sewanee and want to extend a warm welcome to the community. Many of you may already have deep connections here—there are so many siblings and children of alumni who choose to enroll. But if you are brand new, you are just figuring out how lucky you are!

We live in Nashville and our three sons have grown up coming to Sewanee summer sports camps. We’ve even attended the adult tennis camp many times (so fun!), and so we thought we knew the school—but it wasn’t until our youngest, Harry, chose Sewanee that we discovered we hadn’t even scratched the surface. As a parent, there is so much to do on the Mountain (including doing nothing and reading a book!)—you can hike, bike, play tennis or golf, participate in Shakerag workshops, attend a lecture or play, cheer on the Tigers, or try tennis camp. We are getting more great restaurant options too.You might find yourselves as busy as your kid is!

Joining the Sewanee Parents’ Council has given us the opportunity to learn about programs across campus and engage directly with administrators and department leaders on a regular basis. Our aim is to support the University’s mission to provide young people with a transformational educational experience. We do our part by providing financial support and fostering lifelong relationships between our students and families. Our meetings are spent learning about the University, exploring the issues impacting students and families, and getting to know each other in an informal way. Of course, there are many ways to get involved with Sewanee, and we know you’ll find the right fit!

There are plenty of fun facts you might already know about the University—like how Condé Nast Traveler recently named it one of the most beautiful college campuses in the United States, or that it’s recognized as a top producer of U.S. Fulbright Scholars. Some things you may not know yet—for instance, how many people will go out of their way to talk to you when you wear Sewanee gear; how much fun the Mountain is on Family Weekend; how many hidden gems exist on our little (big) Domain; how resourceful Bess Turner is when you need help figuring something out; and just how fast these years fly by.

We look forward to getting to know you and doing our part as parents to make our child’s time here a life-changing experience. Thanks for considering the Parents’ Council, and we hope to see you soon!

Ecce Quam Bonum,
Tory and Will Fitzgibbon, P’27

Wandy and Angus Hughes, Vice-Chairs

Greetings, Sewanee parents! Angus and I are thrilled to be serving as this year’s Parents' Council vice chairs. We are parents to George, C’28, and Zelie (Drexel University ‘25). We live in Houston, TX, but spend as much time on the Mountain as we can. We have quickly grown to cherish the education, both in and out of the classroom, Sewanee is offering George. We are looking forward to another fantastic year.
-Wandy and Angus Hughes, P'28

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