Your Journey Starts Here

Get an early start on your #RollinsLife with our series of exclusive summer virtual experiences.

Our expert faculty and staff and industrious students have teamed up to create a series of virtual pre-orientation sessions exclusively for incoming first-year and transfer students and their families. These sessions are designed to introduce you and your family members to aspects of the Rollins experience before you ever step foot on campus this fall. That way, you can hit the ground running in August.

Think of it as just a small taste of the extraordinary support you’ll find on America’s most beautiful campus.

Welcome to the journey of a lifetime. Welcome to Rollins. Now, let’s go!

Choose Your Own Adventure

Our faculty, staff, and students have created a collection of virtual pre-orientation experiences that reflects the abundance of opportunity that you’ll find at Rollins. Just like in Rollins Gateway, you have the freedom to chart your own course, picking as many or as few experiences as you want. We'd love for your parents, family members, and supporters to join you during these virtual sessions. Visit our one-stop registration in your student portal and book your spot for any session that interests you.

Coming to the U.S.: Tips for navigating immigration, health insurance, & cultural adjustment

As you prepare to study in the U.S., the Office of International Student & Scholar Services is here to support you. Please join us for this conversation on understanding immigration processes, how to obtain a U.S. visa, the U.S. health care system & health insurance, and adjusting to life in the U.S.

Your Guide
Jenifer Ruby | Director of International Student & Scholar Services

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I submitted my Incoming Student Housing Application, now what?

This session will explain the logistics of the incoming student housing assignment process. We’ll dig into how Rollins assigns students to their Living Learning Communities, go over important housing dates for Fall 2025, and host a general discussion about living on campus.

Your Guides
Crystal Romero | Associate Director of Housing Operations
Tynika Williams | Assistant Dean of Students/Director of Residential Life & Explorations

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 7 p.m. EDT

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I’m Transferring to Rollins, what do I do next?

Learn about all the transfer student essentials, including how to get your fall schedule, submit essential documents, and get answers to the most commonly asked transfer student questions. You'll also get to meet your fellow transfers for the first time!

Your Guides
Brian Barilone | Director of Transfer & Graduate Admission
Marion Bakamitsou | Assistant Registrar for Transfer Student Services & Explorations

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 7 p.m. EDT

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Understanding the Rollins curriculum and your fall 2025 schedule

In this session, Dr. Paul Reich, Dean of the College of Liberal Arts, will give a brief overview of the Rollins curriculum and what to expect when you receive your Fall 2025 schedule.

Your Guide
Dr. Paul Reich | Dean of the College of Liberal Arts

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 7 p.m. EDT

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Supporting from Afar: A Rollins Family’s Guide to College Support (Parent & Family ONLY session)

Transitioning your student to college in just a few short weeks brings an array of emotions, and it doesn’t just end there. Now what? Join the Office of Student & Family as we navigate how to most effectively support your student from afar and explore an overview of important resources that are available in this transition and beyond.

Your Guides
Penelope Strater | Associate Dean of Students
Amalia Yount | Associate Director of Student Outreach & Resource Center

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 7 p.m. EDT

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