The Family Orientation program offers parents and family members the opportunity to learn about various campus services, policies and procedures, and also assists them in understanding the challenges their students may face. The goal of Family Orientation is to provide you with the information to help support your student as he/she transitions into the Winthrop community.
The schedule for Family Orientation can be found with the corresponding Freshmen Orientation, Transfer Orientation, or Spring Orientation session schedule.
"While I was at Orientation, my mom was at a Family Orientation where they explained what I was going to experience here at Winthrop, making my mom feel much more secure."
History Education major from Dillon, SC
"During Orientation, Winthrop made sure to include all of the parents and make sure they understand the transition from high school to college, as well as what the students need to succeed and graduate from Winthrop."
Biology major from Aiken, SC
Family members of our newest Eagles are invited to join us for Family Orientation (no fee). Please register online. We look forward to getting to know you this summer!
Family Orientation will be fully virtual (schedule below). Additionally, we invite you to explore our website and reach out with questions.
These events will be held via Zoom. Once you've registered for Family Orientation, you'll receive the links via email in advance of each event.
Additionally, we are also hosting the Garnet & Gold Letter Program where families are given the opportunity to send a letter of advice, encouragement, support, etc. to their student halfway through their first semester at Winthrop. If you are interested in participating in this program, please fill out this participation form by Friday, August 20, 2021. Submissions received after August 20 will not be eligible.
Once you've registered for Family Orientation, you'll gain access to Eagle Family Resources, including presentations from additional offices on campus and the Family O Book, your handbook for all things Winthrop.
If you have questions about New Student Orientation, please check out our Freshman Orientation, Transfer Orientation, or Spring Orientation webpages.
We also encourage you to explore Rock Hill and the surrounding area. This is a great way to learn more about the city your student will live in, and you may find opportunities to spend time with your student.
Contact the Office of New Student and Family Programs via email at Orientation@winthrop.edu.