New Student Send-off
Kick Off Your 蘑菇短视频Journey 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 蘑菇短视频community. Enjoy fun activities for the whole family and start building traditions that will last a lifetime. Don鈥檛 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鈥檚 guest.
2026 Event Locations & Dates
Coming soon! Stay tuned for updates on 2026 New Student Send-Offs in your area.
2025 Event Locations & Dates
Asheville Area
July 14, 6 PM - 8 PM | Arden, NC
First Citizens Bank: 2106 Hendersonville Road, Arden, NC 28704
Hosted by Bob and Carol Roberts
Registration ended July 7, 2025
Charlotte Area
July 15, 6 PM - 8 PM | Charlotte, NC
Ballantyne Hotel: 10000 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28277
Hosted by alums Larry and Mary Arbaugh
Registration ended July 8, 2025
Triad Area
July 16, 6 PM - 8 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 9, 2025
Triangle Area
July 17, 6 PM - 8 PM | Cary, NC
Hosted by alums Frank and Becky Brown
Registration ends July 10, 2025
Eastern North Carolina Area
July 18, 6 PM - 8 PM | Wilmington, NC
Warehouse on Water: 15 S Water St Warehouse 1856, Wilmington, NC 28401
Hosted by Kate Oelslager and Lincoln Walburn
Registration ends July 11, 2025
Atlanta Area
July 20, 3 PM - 5 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 11, 2025