Family Orientation Events
Parent & Family Programs works closely with the Office of Student Transition Engagement Programs to create a program specifically designed for families. Please take time to look at your schedule of events before arriving on campus.
Prefer to print out a copy of the schedule? Download the Parent & Family Orientation Schedule (pdf) here.
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Snacks & Limited Food Choices at the Marketplace
Snacks & Limited Food Choices at the Marketplace
Friday, August 21
7am - 11am
Campus Center, Marketplace
Snacks and coffee are available for purchase.
Residence Hall Move-In/Orientation Check-In
Residence Hall Move-In/Orientation Check-In
Friday, August 21
8am - 12pm
Residence Halls
Student check-in located inside each residence hall. Parent and family check-in located outside the main entrance of each residence hall.
Transfer Student/Off-Campus Freshmen Orientation Check-In
Transfer Student/Off-Campus Freshmen Orientation Check-In
Friday, August 21
8am - 12pm
Sadler Center, Commonwealth Auditorium
Transfer students and off-campus freshmen check in and pick up Orientation materials. Transfer students living on-campus will move into their residence hall.
Student Tribe Card
Student Tribe Card
Friday, August 21
8am - 2pm
Campus Center, Room 169
The Tribe Card is your student's ID and an essential part of life at W&M. Use this time to load W&M Express dollars on to your student's account.
Bursar, Registrar, Financial Aid, and Health Center Open
Bursar, Registrar, Financial Aid, and Health Center Open
Friday, August 21
8am - 5pm
Various Locations
Stop by campus offices to have questions answered or to familiarize yourself with the resources available for your student. The Health Center will be open from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Mailbox Key Pick-up
Local Merchants Fair
Local Merchants Fair
Friday, August 21
9am - 2pm
Sadler Center, Lobby
A variety of Williamsburg merchants offer services for W&M students and their families.
W&M Auxiliary Services Fair
W&M Auxiliary Services Fair
Friday, August 21
9am - 2pm
Sadler Center, Terrace (Rain Plan: Sadler Center, Lodge 1)
Hospitality Tents
Hospitality Tents
Friday, August 21
9:30am - 1pm
Botetourt Area, Monroe Hall, and William & Mary Hall
Complimentary light refreshments available
Lunch
Lunch
Friday, August 21
11am - 1pm
See full description for lunch locations
Available with wristbands for students, families, and guests. Family and guest wristbands are available for purchase at Orientation Check-In locations from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. or in front of the dining halls from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Making Connections: Your New Tribe Family
Making Connections: Your New Tribe Family
Friday, August 21
1pm - 2:30pm
Residence Halls
Join your Parent & Family Orientation Aide (PFOA) and meet other families in your student's orientation group.
Welcome to New Students & Families
Welcome to New Students & Families
Friday, August 21
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Kaplan Arena, Kaplan Arena
This event marks the beginning of your student's William & Mary experience. Join us in the stands and watch your student become full-fledged members of the Tribe.
The College Transition
The College Transition
Friday, August 21
3:45pm - 4:15pm
Kaplan Arena, Kaplan Arena
S. Marjorie Thomas, Dean of Students presents a thoughtful and interactive program about your student's experience, W&M expectations, and parental support during the college transition.
The Liberal Arts Vision: A Look into Academic Success
The Liberal Arts Vision: A Look into Academic Success
Friday, August 21
4:15pm - 5:15pm
Kaplan Arena, Kaplan Arena
Student & Family Picnic
Student & Family Picnic
Friday, August 21
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Sunken Garden
Students and families dine on the Sunken Garden.
W&M Bookstore Welcomes You
W&M Bookstore Welcomes You
Friday, August 21
7:30pm - 10pm
Spirit Shop & Bookstore
Join us for a special family shopping event and enjoy the same benefits as your student - 20% off William & Mary apparel.
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