Members of ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ’s incoming Class of 2030 and their families will gather at Summer Welcome Events across the country between July 7 and Aug. 6, offering an opportunity to begin building connections before arriving on campus this fall. Hosted by current Elon families, the Summer Welcome Events provide a welcoming introduction to the Elon community ahead of Move-In Day on Friday, Aug. 21.

After checking in and creating a nametag, students and parents will have the chance to meet one another, share excitement about the journey ahead and learn which other students from their area will be joining them at Elon. The conversations often lead to new friendships, familiar faces for move-in day and an early sense of belonging within the university community.

Current Elon parents serve as hosts, sharing their experiences and offering insights about the transition to college life. Many events are also supported by Elon staff members, who help answer questions about Move-In Day, New Student Orientation, campus resources and the first-year experience. Together, they provide valuable guidance and reassurance as families prepare for the start of the academic year.

Coordinated by the Office of Parent Engagement, Summer Welcome Events are designed to foster meaningful connections among incoming students, parents and current Elon families. By bringing members of the Elon community together in a familiar, casual setting, the gatherings help families feel informed, supported, and connected before students arrive on campus.

For many attendees, Summer Welcome Events mark the beginning of their Elon experience. Through conversations, shared experiences and new connections, families gain a deeper understanding of the university and the supportive community that will welcome them in August.

Class of 2030 families who are unable to attend a local Summer Welcome Event, Ready, Set, Elon is a webinar offered with current parents and a student sharing their Elon perspective and experience. Registration for this webinar will be open in the middle of July, with the event being live in the second week of August.
Families will have an opportunity to submit questions prior to the event, and they can choose from two different timeframes. All incoming parents and students of the Class of 2030 will receive an email to register for Ready, Set, Elon.

Hosted by current Elon families and their students, the events will take place in more than 30 cities across the United States, spanning from Seattle, Washington to Cape Elizabeth, Maine. Designed to build early connections within the Elon community, the events provide new students and their families the opportunity to meet peers from their region, ask questions and gather helpful information prior to Move-In Day.

The host families, most often parents of rising sophomores, juniors and seniors, share personal experiences and practical advice to help incoming families navigate the transition to college life. Many events will also include representatives from Elon’s Office of Admissions and University Advancement, who will offer insights into academic programs, student life, and available campus resources.

These gatherings serve as a valuable first step in the Elon journey, creating opportunities for connection and shared understanding before students arrive on campus. Through meaningful dialogue and community-building, Summer Welcome Events provide important support during the transition to university life.

Host families comprised often of parents with students in their second, third or fourth years at Elon, share their personal experiences and insights to help incoming families better prepare for life as a Phoenix. Additionally, representatives from Elon’s Office of Admissions and University Advancement attend many events, offering guidance on academics, student life, and other important aspects of university living.

The Summer Welcome Events are scheduled from July 8 to August 15 and are organized by the Office of Parent Engagement at ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ. These gatherings aim to cultivate a strong sense of community and support among incoming families as they begin their journey at Elon.

Incoming families can ask questions of the host family, learning about Move-in Day, best local restaurants to visit or gain insights from parents and students from their Elon experiences.

Elon’s Office of Parent Engagement coordinates these events with the support of the Office of Admissions and colleagues in University Advancement. For more information on the dates and locations, please visit Elon Summer Welcome Events.