New Student Receptions
Meet the cast of your next four years.
This summer, a series of receptions for Class of 2029 new students and their families will be held in person across the country in June, July and August; one virtual reception will be offered and the recording will be posted here after the event. These programs will provide a glimpse into life at Wake Forest, top tips for transitioning to college, registering for classes, approaching residential living, and advice from current students.
In addition to joining us for the virtual reception, we hope that you will register for a local reception should one be offered in your area. Details, dates and registration information can be found on this page starting in May. You will also receive an email invitation for the virtual reception and in-person offerings as details are confirmed.
Please contact Janelle Cunningham cunninj@wfu.edu with questions.
Virtual Reception
All new students and families are encouraged to attend the Virtual Reception. University staff will review the New Student Checklist – covering everything from advising to residence life and housing, and everything in between!
When the date and time has been set a registration link will be posted here. The Virtual Reception is setup in a Webinar format and will be recorded. If you’re not able to attend the live event, don’t worry! We’ll be posting a recording shortly after the event.
Regional Receptions (In-person)
We invite incoming students and their parents/family to attend the reception that is most convenient, whether it is in your hometown or elsewhere. Preregistration is required. We are in the early planning phases and plan to have locations, dates, and registration links to share in early May.
Top 10 reasons to attend a New Student Reception
- Meet other incoming students and families from your area.
(You are also welcome to attend multiple receptions!) - Meet current students and build your WFU network.
- Learn more about how to get your best start at Wake.
- Make a connection with representatives from WFU – staff, alumni, and/or parent volunteers.
- Have your specific questions answered.
- Score a WFU ’29 keychain (students).
- Get a “Wake Forest Parent” static window cling for your car (parents/families).
- Feel less anxious about starting school because you will have met some great people in advance.
- Be warmly welcomed into the Wake Forest family.
- Get excited about the next 4 years at WFU!
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