Learn about the following Summer Pre-Orientation Programs: Elevate, Engage, Summer Connections Program, Pathways, and Preparing for Life as a University Student (PLUS)! Pre-Orientation Programs are a great way for students to build community prior to their first semester at W&M. This webinar will cover what the different programs focus on and how to apply!Resources:Review all pre-orientation programs: https://www.wm.edu/offices/step/new-students/before-you-arrive/pre-orientation/Elevate: https://www.wm.edu/offices/studentleadershipdevelopment/leadership/leadershipprograms/elevate/SAS Summer Connections: https://www.wm.edu/offices/studentsuccess/studentaccessibilityservices/sas_summer_program/Pathways: https://www.wm.edu/offices/wellness/campusrec/programs/outdoorrec/pathways/[email protected] - email for PathwaysPLUS: https://www.wm.edu/offices/psi/studentdiversity/get-involved/programs/plus/Engage: https://www.wm.edu/offices/cce/first-year-experiences/engage/

The Tribe Guide is your student's one-stop online source for information about what they need to do before they arrive in Williamsburg this fall. From advising and registration to housing and meal plans, the Tribe Guide is here to help your student make a smooth transition to college life.Join Lauren Garrett, Director of Student Transition Engagement Programs, and Heather Deere, Director of Family Engagement to learn more about what you and your student should be doing to be best prepared for the transition in August.Frequently Referenced Resources:Tribe Guide: https://www.wm.edu/offices/step/new-students/tribeguide/Stepping Stones: https://www.wm.edu/offices/step/new-students/before-you-arrive/steppingstones-summer/Student Accessibility Services: https://www.wm.edu/offices/studentsuccess/studentaccessibilityservices/new-students/Residence Halls Information: https://www.wm.edu/offices/residencelife/housing/halls/Student Health Requirements: https://www.wm.edu/offices/wellness/healthcenter/student-requirements/Family Orientation: https://www.wm.edu/offices/step/new-students/orientation/familyorientation/Pre-Orientation Programs: https://www.wm.edu/offices/step/new-students/before-you-arrive/pre-orientation/Residence Hall Room Selection Timeline & Process: https://www.wm.edu/offices/residencelife/housing/room-assignment-process/new-fall-undergrad/

Commencement is around the corner! Hear from University Events and Student Transition Engagement Programs to learn everything you need to know before heading to Williamsburg for May 15-17 to celebrate all of your student’s hard work.View the full schedule: https://www.wm.edu/sites/commencement/2025/schedule/Commencement Flowers: https://www.thecommencementgroup.com/williammary/Senior Family Gift: https://giving.wm.edu/ways-to-give/annual-giving/parents/senior-family-gift/Mobile App: https://www.wm.edu/mobileapps/Download and tap W&M Grad to browse events and build a custom schedule, share photos and best wishes with #wmGrad, and find updates, maps, parking and other essential info.Regalia 101 and When to Wear Regalia: https://www.wm.edu/sites/commencement/2025/graduating-students/#Purchase_RegaliaParking: https://www.wm.edu/sites/commencement/2025/families-guests/#parkingReview prohibited items and the clear bag policy here: https://www.wm.edu/sites/commencement/2025/families-guests/We have two clear bag options in our store right now! https://secure.touchnet.net/C20604_ustores/web/store_cat.jsp?STOREID=1&CATID=275&SINGLESTORE=true

Members of the Braun Financial Literacy Program join us to discuss financial literacy and resources available to support your student while they learn to navigate personal finance. Learn more: https://boehlycenter.mason.wm.edu/programs-clubs/braun-financial-literacy-program/

Hear from Megan Sanbury, the Director of Professional and Academic Advising in the Office of Undergraduate Academic Affairs to discuss how you as a parent or family member can help support your student in academic planning and course registration throughout their academic career.

Join Lisa Randolph, Assistant Director of Internships & Applied Learning and Phil Heavilin, Director of Internships & Applied Learning from the Office of Career Development & Professional Engagement as they discuss the process of seeking and applying for internships. 

Hear from professional staff in Campus Living as they discuss resources and timelines for living on and off-campus.

Hear from Civic & Community Engagement, Study Abroad Programs with the Reves Center, and Career Development & Professional Engagement as they discuss various opportunities for students to participate in over break. 

Join W&M's Civic & Community Engagement, League of Women Voters, and City of Williamsburg Registrar's Office for a conversation about voting as a student at William & Mary. 

Hear from Lauren Garrett of Student Transition Engagement Programs and Marc Sloan & Jennifer Leung of the Hazing Prevention Coalition as they discuss identity development in college and healthy joining of student organizations.