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ROAR

Welcome to the Queens Family!

Congratulations on your student’s decision to become a Royal! We know that starting college is an exciting time filled with questions, and we’re here to support both you and your student every step of the way. As your family begins this journey at Queens University of Charlotte, we’re committed to providing the guidance and resources needed for a smooth transition. We look forward to partnering with you to ensure your student’s success!
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One question we always get is should parents attend ROAR? The short answer is yes! We know schedules can be busy, but we highly encourage a parent or family member to attend ROAR with their student. By attending ROAR, the student and their parent and guests will be more informed about the student experience, campus resources, and next steps for finalizing their enrollment at Queens. As a parent or family member, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about how to support and be a partner in your student’s success at Queens.

Some additional benefits of attending ROAR as a parent/family member include:

  • Getting to know key campus contacts and administrators, as well as other parents.
  • Receiving information you can utilize for future conversations with your student.
  • Becoming familiar with the campus and the Charlotte community where your student will be spending the next few years.

Schedule of Events

We’re excited to provide a general overview of our ROAR events! A more detailed schedule with locations will be provided at check-in.

10:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Check-in

11:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., & 12:00 p.m. | Res Life Tours

Join the Residence Life team for guided tours of our residence halls and get a firsthand look at where you’ll live, learn, and connect. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, explore amenities, and envision your home away from home.

11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. | Lunch

All students, families, and guests are invited to join us for lunch.

12:15-12:45 p.m. | Athletics Q&A (athlete & athlete families only)

Student-athletes and families are invited to learn about the Queens student-athlete experience, including insurance and compliance. This conversation will focus on the athletic culture, resources for success, and the best ways for families to support their students.

1:00-1:50 p.m. | A Royal Welcome

Welcome to Queens! Hear from Queens leadership, meet our incredible ROAR Leader Team, and learn about transitioning from high school to your new institution.

2:00-2:50 p.m. | Understanding Academics and Supporting Student Transitions

Our University Provost and key administrators will provide valuable information about applicable policies, our first-year academic programs, and help you understand how you can support your student.

3:00-3:30 p.m. | Breakout Sessions

    • Insights – A Student Panel Discussion
    • Understanding Financial Aid and Student Accounts
    • Supporting Your Academic Journey: Student Accessibility Services
    • Your Campus, Your Community: Exploring Student Life
    • The Charlotte Experience
    • Living on Campus 101
    • Lead the Way: A Conversation about Leadership – students only
    • Taking Care of Your Mental Health in College
    • Developing Your Stress Resilience
    • Community Building and Belonging at Queens
    • Royal Family Feud

3:35-4:05 p.m. | Breakout Sessions

    • Insights – A Student Panel Discussion
    • Understanding Financial Aid and Student Accounts
    • Supporting Your Academic Journey: Student Accessibility Services
    • Your Campus, Your Community: Exploring Student Life
    • The Charlotte Experience
    • Living on Campus 101
    • Lead the Way: A Conversation about Leadership – students only
    • Taking Care of Your Mental Health in College
    • Developing Your Stress Resilience
    • The Commuter Experience

4:05-4:55 p.m. | Rex’s Resource Fair

Explore many campus resources at your own pace. Travel throughout the fair and engage with members of the Queens community. Light refreshments will be provided.

5:00 p.m. | Family / Guest Reception

Please join us for this networking event. Families and guests are invited to meet and learn about opportunities for family engagement.

10:00-11:00 a.m. | Campus Safety & Student Success

You will discover essential information on campus safety and strategies for supporting your student’s success during this informative session with our Campus Police and Dean of Students

11:00-11:45 a.m. | Young Alumni Panel

Join our Queens recent graduates’ panel discussion as they share stories and experiences about their journey. This is an opportunity for families and guests to ask questions and discuss how to support your Royal during their journey.

12:00-12:30 p.m. | Nuts and Bolts: What You Need to Know Before August

You don’t want to miss this session where we will cover the next critical steps before arriving in August. We’ll make sure you’re prepared for a smooth transition to life at Queens.

Places to Stay

Queens partners with local hotels to be the preferred hosts of the Royals. You can also receive a special Queens rate while staying in these hotels.

Questions?

We’ve collected some commonly asked questions by families and guests about new student orientation (ROAR).