Sending your daughter off to college isn't easy. For many of you, this will be the first time she has ever been away from home. We understand you have questions and concerns and we want to make sure you feel comfortable in her choosing to continue her education with us. With more than 100 years of helping shape women leaders, we want to help her find her voice and make her mark.
The following information answers some frequently asked questions and we encourage you to contact the dean of students office at 404 471-6391 with any additional questions.
Welcome from the dean of admission
Welcome from the associate dean of students
Frequently Asked Questions
How do parents participate in orientation?
When does orientation begin?
When should parents arrive?
What can parents expect to do on move-in day?
Are there any activities for siblings?
When should parents leave?
Welcome from Lee Ann Afton, dean of admission
Dear Parents,
It has been a pleasure to work with you and your family throughout the admission process during this record-setting admission year. Your daughter was selected among the most competitive applicant pool in the college's history and we know you are proud of her many accomplishments. Regardless of whether your daughter applied to one college or 10, we are delighted her search led her to Agnes Scott. It takes a great deal of thought and time to find the college that best meets her interests, and now that the match is made, your daughter will reap the rewards of joining a thriving academic community.
Orientation and the arrival of our new students is always an exciting time during which the campus comes alive with the energy of a new academic year. My staff and I have enjoyed the relationships we have developed with you and are eager to see you in August.
Sincerely,
Lee Ann Afton
Dean of Admission
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Welcome from Michelle Hall, associate dean of students
Dear Parents,
I look forward to personally welcoming you to the Agnes Scott community during orientation weekend this August. In the meantime, I hope you will use this Web site and the information we will be mailing you throughout the summer to assist you with your daughter’s preparations for the coming year.
We have a full program of activities to help make this important transition to college life a little easier. Feel free to contact me at the Dean of Students office this summer if you need further assistance 404 471-6391.
Sincerely,
Michelle Hall
Associate Dean of Students
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How do parents participate in orientation?
Orientation gives new students, along with parents and families, the occasion to become acquainted with College resources, traditions, campus facilities and opportunities while making new friends and exploring Decatur and the Atlanta area. Besides assisting one's new student to relocate, there are multiple opportunities where parents may ask questions, become better acquainted with college policies and meet faculty and staff.
Some activities include Breakfast with the President, informative panels, meetings with your daughter's advisor and ASC 101 leaders, Campus Services Fair, Academic Department Fair, Campus Tours and the Welcome to Decatur Gathering. Parents and families are also invited to attend the important Honor Court Reception and Pledge Signing when all first-year students affirm their promise to uphold Agnes Scott's Honor Code by signing the Pledge
Orientation Schedule
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When does orientation begin?
Orientation for new students is Friday, August 22 through Sunday, August 24. Athletes participating in soccer, volleyball, and cross-country are asked to arrive Friday, August 15. All other new student athletes are asked to arrive on Thursday, August 21. International students arrive on Tuesday August 19. There are also special sessions for non-residential commuter, transfer and Woodruff Scholars students.
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When should parents arrive?
Orientation Registration begins Friday, August 22, and you should arrive at the West parking facility on S. McDonough St. during your assigned check-in time, as designated by the student's last name. Residence Halls open for New Students by last name.
| 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m. |
A-H |
| 10:30 a.m.- noon |
I-R |
| Noon-1:30 p.m. |
S-Z |
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What can parents expect on move-in day?
At orientation registration, held in the West Parking Facility on S. McDonough Street, students will receive an orientation information packet, residence hall keys, and information allowing her to obtain her student ID card and parking sticker. After your student checks in and receives her room assignment and keys, you may proceed to the designated areas to unload her belongings. Residence life and other volunteers will be available to assist with transporting items to the student's residence hall room.
That evening, everyone is encouraged to attend the community picnic for food and fun hosted by the Orientation and Parents' Councils.
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Are there any activities for siblings?
Siblings ages 4-12 are welcome to join Orientation Council members during scheduled times where there will be movies, crafts and other fun activities.
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When should parents leave?
Although orientation programs will continue for students until October, the parents' part of orientation activities will conclude Sunday, August 24, with a worship and reflection service, a panel discussion especially for parents and the first ASC 101 meeting (parents are encouraged to attend).
Later, new students will participate in placement exams, paint keepsake pottery from That Pottery Place, learn about on-campus organizations and watch Orientation Council's popular "Do's and Don'ts" skit.
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