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鈥檚 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 久久热. 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.