COLLEGE PREVIEW WEEKEND SCHEDULE
October 24-26, 2024
Welcome to College Preview Weekend
We’re delighted you’re here and excited to show you why Regent is America’s Premier Christian University. We hope you enjoy this unique glimpse of what your life will be like as a Regent Royal.
Here’s what you need to know:
• Parents are welcome at all of the events on Thursday and Friday except the Live Lectures and Ask a Regent Student due to seating capacity.
• Students are provided with meal tickets. Guests may purchase meals. See page 13 for additional meal information.
• A liability waiver is required for Student Activities Field Day and overnight stays in Regent housing. Please fill out the liability waiver by scanning the QR code or visiting regent.edu/cpwwaiver.
Submit your $150 enrollment deposit before or during College Preview Weekend to unlock your $2,000 Early Deposit Scholarship!
Important Phone Numbers
Undergraduate Admissions
757.352.4960
undergrad@regent.edu regent.edu/admissions
Financial Aid & Scholarships
757.352.4125
finaid@regent.edu regent.edu/finaid
Academic Advising
757.352.4385 advising@regent.edu
Housing
757.352.4890
studenthousing@regent.edu regent.edu/commons
Campus Police
Nonemergencies: 757.226.2075
Emergencies: 757.226.2911 regent.edu/police
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Thursday, October 24
1:00-8:00 pm Check-In
Communication Building Lobby
College Preview Weekend 101
Communication Building, Screening Room A (145) & B (143)
Stop by for a 15-minute overview of what to expect this weekend. Sessions start every 30 minutes.
3:00-5:00 pm Student Activities
Join the Office of Student Engagement for an incredible time of outdoor games and indoor activities to connect with future and current students.
Student Engagement Field Day
Robertson Field | Liability Waiver Required
Canvas & Conversations
The Ordinary Cafe, Fountain View Room
5:00-5:45 pm Housing Host Meet & Greet
Regent Commons
Students staying on campus can meet their housing host during this time. Check-in will take place 5-8 pm.
Thursday, October 24
5:00-7:00 pm Academic Program & Student Services Fair
Robertson Hall Lobby
This informative fair offers students a chance to connect with various on-campus departments.
5:00-6:30 pm Dinner (Courtesy of the Operation Blessing food truck) Communication Building Plaza
5:00-7:00 pm School of Communications & the Arts Open House Communication Building, Room 240
Explore our innovative programs, meet the Dean & department faculty, and discover how we nurture creativity and talent. Don't miss this opportunity to learn more!
7:00-8:30 pm UnChapel
Shaw Chapel
Relaxed and engaging worship service for all students. Doors open at 6:50 pm. Attire is casual.
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Friday, October 25
8:00 am-5:00 pm Late Check-In
Shaw Chapel
9:00-10:30 am Welcome to College Preview Weekend
Shaw Chapel
A time to collectively gather as we welcome you to campus, provide an admissions overview, share our mission and worship together.
10:30 am-3:00 pm Student-led Tours
Campus Tour | Communication Building Plaza 60-minute tour departing approximately every 20 minutes. Housing Open House | Regent Commons, Constitution Hall A self-paced come-and-go tour of housing.
10:30 am-3:30 pm Admissions Workshop Communication Building, Balcony
Open throughout the day—pop in to get your admissions questions answered. Submit your application or deposit, and receive your FREE Regent T-shirt.
10:30 am-5:00 pm Freedom Scholarship Lab Communication Building, Computer Lab, Room 154
See page 13 for more information.
10:45-11:45 am Student Support & Safety Panel
Shaw Chapel
Hear from our panel of those who provide holistic support for students' well-being and safety—Title IX, Counseling Services, Campus Police, Campus Ministries, Student Engagement, Disability Services and Residence Life. Learn the importance of a campus culture that prioritizes the welfare and success of all students. Come ready with your questions!
Friday, October 25
10:45 am-2:30 pm Sample Classes
Attend a simulated lecture and experience the classroom environment with our world-class professors.
10:45-11:30 am Business & Leadership Robertson Hall, 107
Music Communication Building, Screening Room A (145)
11:45 am-12:30 pm Christian Ministry Robertson Hall, 107
Government Communication Building, Screening Room A (145)
1:45-2:30 pm Cybersecurity Communication Building, 100
10:50 am-3:15 pm Live Lectures
Join and observe Regent lectures in session. Due to capacity restrictions, only students can attend lecture sessions. Class space will be first come, first served. Please arrive early to secure your seat.
10:50-11:45 am Western Literature Robertson Hall, 105
Cell Biology Classroom Building, 203
Making of the Christian Life Classroom Building, 237
1:15-2:10 pm Analyzing & Appreciating Theatre Communication Building, 145
Public Speaking Robertson Hall, 203
Animation Studio I Communication Building, 155
2:20-3:15 pm
College Algebra Robertson Hall, 103
English Composition Communication Building, 101
12:00-2:30 pm Lunch
Students receive one meal ticket for lunch. Guests may purchase meals at The Ordinary Cafe or from food trucks on the Library Plaza. Seating is available outdoors and in the Library Atrium.
Friday, October 25
12:45-1:45 pm Financial Aid Scholarship Search With Q&A Shaw Chapel
Join this session and see all of the ins and outs of financial aid and discover what scholarships you can receive.
2:00-3:00 pm Ask a Regent Student Library Auditorium
All students are invited to hear from current Royals on student engagement and life at Regent. There will be a Q&A, so come prepared with questions to get a glimpse into life as a Royal!
2:00-3:00 pm Peace of Mind Panel Shaw Chapel
All parents are invited to hear from experienced Regent parents, alumni, and current students on how to help your students transition from home to college. There will be a Q&A, so come with questions!
3:15-4:15 am Honors College Presentation With Q&A Library Auditorium
Hear from our dean and staff about what makes Regent University’s Honors College one of the best in the country, followed by a Q&A.
3:30-6:00 pm Dinner
Students receive one meal ticket for dinner. Guests may purchase meals at The Ordinary Cafe or from food trucks on the Library Plaza. Seating is available outdoors and in the Library Atrium.
Friday, October 25
4:30-5:00 pm Early College Information Session Library Auditorium
Learn how you can get a head start on your college education while still in high school.
5:15 -5:45 pm Homeschool Forum Library Auditorium
Take some time to learn how to smoothly transition from life as a homeschooler to life as a college student.
6:00-8:00 pm Student Film Showcase Library Auditorium
Come hang out with the Cinema-Television department and enjoy a showcase of awesome short films made by Regent University students!
7:00-9:00 pm The Afters Concert Communication Building, Dede Robertson Theatre
5:00 pm VIP Ticket Holders - Doors Open
5:30 pm VIP Meet and Greet
6:00 pm General Admission - Doors Open
7:00 pm Show Time
Ticket Required. No food or beverages. Plastic water bottles are permitted.
9:00-11:00 pm The Boardroom Game Night Student Center, 77 Lounge
Come for a night of classics! Play board games with your peers and current students over free novelty ice cream!
Discover your path to education, leadership and service through the Army and Navy ROTC programs at Regent University.
10:30-11:00 am Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC)
Information Session
Library Auditorium
Set your course toward becoming a commissioned officer in the Army. Discover a world of opportunities for scholarships and financial incentives. Hone your leadership skills through specialized training and seamlessly pursue a degree through Regent University.
11:15-11:45 am Navy ROTC Information Session
Library Auditorium
Explore paths to becoming an officer in the Navy or Marine Corps. Learn about NROTC scholarships, including a 50-percent Regent scholarship for NROTC students. Earn your Regent undergraduate degree and map out a journey towards a successful and rewarding future in service.
12:00-12:30 pm Naval Preparatory Program (NPP) Session
Library Auditorium
For students with exceptional potential, but facing testing or financial challenges, Regent’s NPP may open the door to a Naval Officer commission. The program’s mission is to strengthen moral, mental and physical foundations. Scholarship support covers tuition, board and fees for the preparatory year. Successful completion leads to a four-Year NROTC Scholarship from the U.S. Navy.
Can’t attend? Contact military@regent.edu to schedule an individual meeting and explore your options.
Saturday,
October 26 | Parents
This schedule for Saturday's College Preview Events is for PARENTS only. See pages 11-12 for our STUDENT schedule.
8:00-9:00 am Parent Breakfast: Donuts with the Deans & Departments
Communication Building Lobby
Enjoy donuts with Regent's Deans, Department Heads, and other parent guests!
Please RSVP. Space is limited. Scan the QR code or visit regent.edu/cpwparentbreakfast.
9:00-10:45 am Chancellor's Chapel & Endowed Film Screenings
Communication Building, Screening Room A (145) & B (143)
Get a glimpse of Campus Ministries and the Cinema, Film, & Television Department at Regent! Choose between our once-a-semester Chancellor's Chapel or our previous endowed student film, Lift. Screenings will last 30 minutes and will repeat after a brief intermission
11:00-12:00 pm Great Conversations Shaw Chapel
Join the Center for Student Happiness and hear ways to engage and encourage your student as they take the next step in attending college.
12:00-2:30 pm Admissions Workshop Welcome Center Lobby
Pop in to have your questions answered about admissions and Regent University.
Saturday, October 26 |
Students
This schedule for Saturday's College Preview Events is for STUDENTS only. See page 10 for our PARENT schedule.
7:30-8:30 am Housing Guest Checkout
Shaw Chapel
Students staying in the Commons will check-out of housing and leave belongings in a supervised location to pick-up at the conclusion of the event. Students must return access badge. Lost access badges or sleeping mats will result in a $30 fee.
8:00-9:00 am Student Breakfast
Library Atrium
Enjoy breakfast with your peers and current Regent students!
8:00-9:00 am Honors College Breakfast Meet and Greet
Divinity Building, Honors Suite
Enjoy donuts with the Dean, your peers, and Honors College faculty and students! Must have an active Honors Application on file to attend.
9:00-12:00 pm Royal Rush
Following breakfast, color teams assigned at check-in will meet and participate in various student engagement activities.
Note: Those who have been invited to compete in the Honors Bound Scholarship Competition will do so following breakfast.
Saturday, October 26 | Students
12:00-1:00 pm
Student Lunch
Robertson Hall
Time to recharge and refill from the morning over pizza! Student color teams will join together in designated team classrooms. A perfect time to mingle and share your favorite memories from the weekend!
1:00-2:00 pm Before it All Begins: Closing Session
Moot Court Room
This is an interactive workshop to help students connect with others and learn more about themselves as they prepare for college. The workshop provides a FREE Focus2 assessment, as well as a complimentary journal!
Social media contest winner will be announced at this event.
Share a photo featuring your favorite College Preview Weekend memory for a chance to win a $50 Giftcard to 77 Coffeehouse.
1. Take a Photo of Your Favorite
2. Post to Instagram using #regentcpw 3. Tag @regentuniversityadmissions
DINING
Students are provided with meal tickets for lunch and dinner on Friday. Guests may purchase meals at any of the locations listed below. View menus at regent.edu/cpwmenu.
THURSDAY
DINNER (FREE)
5:00-6:30 pm Operation Blessing Food Truck Communication Building Plaza
FRIDAY
BREAKFAST
8:00-9:00 AM Breakfast will be available for Ordinary Cafe students staying on campus.
LUNCH
12:00-2:30 pm The Ordinary Cafe Student Center
12:00-2:30 pm Food Trucks Library Plaza
DINNER
3:30-6:00 pm The Ordinary Cafe Student Center
3:30-6:00 pm Food Trucks Library Plaza
SATURDAY
BREAKFAST (Free)
8:00-9:00 am Honors Breakfast Divinity Building, Honors Suite
8:00-9:00 am Student Breakfast Library Atrium
8:00-9:00 am Parent Breakfast Communication Building Lobby
LUNCH (Free)
12:00-1:00 pm Student Pizza Lunch Robertson Hall
Thursday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Friday: 12:00-2:30 pm & 3:30-6:00 pm
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Thursday-Friday: 8:00 am-7:00 pm Saturday: 8:00 am-12:00 pm
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Your Next Steps as a Regent Royal Are Easy!
regent.edu/roadmap
STEP 1: APPLY
Apply to an on-campus degree-seeking program
Apply to Early College
Must be 16 years or older and completed 10th grade with a 3.0 GPA or higher
STEP 2: REVIEW
Submit your unofficial high school transcripts
Additional documents may be requested depending on your academic profile
STEP 3: ACCEPT
Submit your $150 enrollment deposit
Your deposit unlocks free College Preview Weekend registration, one free early college course and access to exclusive scholarships
Submit your Honors application
To qualify you must have an unweighted 3.7 GPA or higher and submit an ACT, SAT or CLT score and qualify for the President's Booster Merit
Give Regent permission to register you for classes
Complete your FAFSA
STEP 4: PREPARE
Register for classes
Set up your student account
Complete Semester Check-in
Order your books
STEP 5: START
Access your classes via MyRegent portal
Have fun and learn a lot!
HONORS COLLEGE
Students being considered for the Honors College are eligible to participate in the Honors Bound Scholarship Competition by invitation only.
Your journey to greatness, for His glory, begins here! If you are interested in applying for the Honors College or would like to learn more, visit regent.edu/honors.
$10,000 Freedom Scholarship Competition
All new, on-campus, undergraduate students are invited to compete for the $10,000 Freedom Scholarship. Essays will be reviewed by a committee and winners will be notified via email.
Interested students should report to the Scholarship Lab to complete their 500-word timed essay.
Scholarship Lab
Communication Building, Computer Lab, Room 154
Friday: 10:30 am-5:00 pm
Campus Map
THE FOUNDERS INN & SPA
CLASSROOM BUILDING
CBN STUDIO
DEDE ROBERTSON STUDENT CENTER CBN
DIVINITY BUILDING & WELCOME CENTER
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
CHAPEL
ENTRANCE
ROBERTSON HALL
SHAW
College Preview Weekend
ADMISSIONS WORKSHOP
CONCERT
EVENT INFORMATION
EVENT PARKING
FOOD TRUCKS
PHOTO SPOT
Regent University Campus
BICYCLE RACKS
EMERGENCY CALL BOXES
THE ORDINARY CAFE
77 COFFEEHOUSE
REGENT GIFT SHOP
ENTRANCE
Students tell us time and time again that when they stepped onto campus, they felt God confirm Regent was part of His plan and purpose for their lives. Thank you for taking the time to experience the Regent difference and learn why we’re America’s Premier Christian University.
Please scan for a digital version of this booklet or visit regent.edu/cpwschedule.