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New Student Send-off

 

Kick Off Your Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµJourney at a New Student Send-Off!

Join us for an exciting New Student Send-Off near you! Connect with fellow Catamounts, hear firsthand stories from current students and alumni, and get a taste of the incredible Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµcommunity. Enjoy fun activities for the whole family and start building traditions that will last a lifetime. Don’t miss this chance to make connections, celebrate your upcoming journey, and get a head start on your Western Carolina experience.

Important Registration Note:
We encourage the incoming student to be the primary registrant. Parents and family are welcome and encouraged to attend, but should register as the student’s guest.

 


2026 Event Locations & Dates

New Student Send-Off TRIAD
Sunday, July 19, 2 PM - 4 PM | Winston-Salem, NC
Winston-Salem Dash Stadium: 951 Ballpark Way, Winston-Salem, NC 27101

Hosted by alums Joe and Carol Crocker



Registration ends July 12th
New Student Send-Off Asheville
Monday, July 20th | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Arden, NC
First Citizens Bank: 2106 Hendersonville Rd, Arden, NC 28704

Hosted by alums Bob and Carol Roberts



Registration ends July 13th
New Student Send-Off Charlotte
Tuesday, July 21st | 6:00 - 8:00 PM | Charlotte, NC
The Union at Station West: 919 Berryhill Rd Suite 105, Charlotte, NC 28208

Hosted by Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµAlumni Engagement



Registration ends July 14th
New Student Send-Off Cary
Wednesday, July 22nd | 6:00 - 8:00 PM | Cary, NC
The Browns Home: Final address available on registration. 

Hosted by alums Frank and Becky Brown



Registration ends July 15th
Atlanta New Student Send-Off
Sunday, July 26th | 3:00 - 5:00 PM | Atlanta, GA
Proof of the Pudding: 1175 Chattahoochee Ave, NW Bldg A., Atlanta, GA 30318

Hosted by alums Bob and Suzanne Thomas



Registration ends July 19th



Registration ends July 11, 2025