Before you arrive!
Learn helpful information as you prepare for your student's arrival to Sewanee.  Join us for these virtual sessions.  (all times CST).  Live sessions - ask the questions on your mind (will also be recorded for replay)
June 11  4 p.m. -  Learn at Sewanee - WATCH THE REPLAY
July 9 4 p.m. -
Live at Sewanee - WATCH THE REPLAY
July 23 4 p.m. - Wellness at Sewanee

SEWANEE ORIENTATION FOR NEW FAMILIES 
PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE (check back for changes/updates)

Saturday, August 23
10:30 a.m. Info Session: Financial Aid 101 Fulford Hall (home of the office of admission and financial aid)  Get all the information related to financial aid packages - deadlines, work-study, eligibility, and more.
1:30 p.m. Info Session: Financial Aid 101 Fulford Hall (home of the office of admission and financial aid) Get all the information related to financial aid packages - deadlines, work-study, eligibility, and more.
3 p.m. - New Family Information Session
Guerry Auditorium - Georgia Avenue
Join fellow families of new students for a helpful panel discussion featuring key campus leaders. Your student will be with you at the start of the session to take part in a special Sewanee tradition.

  • Dr. Sibby Anderson-Thompkins, Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Nicky Campbell, C'99, Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students
  • Leigh Collins, P'25, Executive Director of University Health Services
  • Dr. Jennifer Cooley, Vice Provost and Dean of the College
  • Kim Heitzenrater, C'89, P'21, Associate Dean for Career Readiness and Integrated Advising
  • Brent Tate, Associate Vice President for Sewanee Dining
  • Jeremy Thomas, Chief of Police
  • Caroline Thompson, Associate Director for Sewanee Dining
  • and a special welcome from Vice-Chancellor Rob Pearigen, C'76, P'14, P'17.

4:30 - 5:30 p.m. - Welcome reception for new families, hosted by the Parents' Council at the McGriff Alumni House lawn (next door to Guerry Auditorium).  Enjoy visiting with other families over a beverage and light snacks. Register here.