Join us for our Summer Orientation Webinar Series. You’ll learn about campus resources, what to expect during your first semester at Wheaton, and the many ways we’ll support you along the way. These optional sessions are a fantastic way to meet our support staff and get your questions answered before you arrive this fall.
Webinars Schedule
Please click the registration link for each session you’d like to attend. All webinars will be hosted on Zoom in US Eastern Time. If you need to check the local time for your region, you can use this time zone converter .
You’re In, What’s Next?!
Hosted by Zack Irish, Dean of Students
Monday, May 18, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
Now that you have selected Wheaton College, find out what you need to do next. Hear from the Dean of Students, the Dean of Advising, and the Assistant Dean for Residential Life on what comes next as we look forward to your arrival for the fall semester, including but not limited to accessing your Wheaton email, submitting other required forms and information, course selection, and housing assignments for new students.
Panelists will include the Director of Admissions, the Dean of Advising, the Assistant Dean for Residential Life, and a representative from Information Technology.
Student Financial Services (SFS)
Hosted by Susan Beard, Director of Student Financial Services
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
The Student Financial Services team will provide an overview of the student account (tuition bill), payment options, and the mandatory health insurance charge and waiver process.
Panelists will include members of the Student Financial Services team.
Academic Success and Supports (Advising and Accessibility)
Hosted by Dolores Radlo, Dean of Advising
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
The Academic Advising and Accessibility Services teams will provide an overview of the Compass Curriculum, the course registration process for new students, and academic support resources available on campus.
Panelists will include representatives from Accessibility Services and Advising.
Living on Campus (Residential Life and Campus Safety)
Hosted by Tim Jordan, Assistant Dean for Residential Life
Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
The Residential Life and Campus Safety teams will provide a brief overview of the process for new student housing assignments, what students should bring for their first semester living on campus, and campus security policies and resources.
Panelists will include the Director of Campus Safety and representative(s) from Residential Life.
Coaching your student through the college transition
Hosted by Zack Irish, Dean of Students, and Ashley Noyes, Assistant Dean of Students
Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
The Dean of Students and Assistant Dean of Students share practical advice and insights on supporting student independence, typical first-year challenges and supports, and the evolving roles of the student and their family during the college transition. This session is geared towards families and is strongly recommended for first-time college families.
Student Wellness on Campus
Hosted by Kate Puopolo, Associate Dean for Wellness and Director of the Counseling Center
Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
The Associate Dean for Wellness and Director of Counseling discusses campus wellness services, health insurance, and record requirements.
Designing Your Student Experience
Hosted by Sean Schofield, Assistant Vice President for Life and Career Design
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
A variety of campus resources will provide an overview of the services and opportunities available to students as they design their college experience. Topics to be discussed include co-curricular engagement, affinity group programming and support, athletic and recreation involvement, study abroad opportunities, and the intentionality of design thinking with the Life and Career Design Institute.
Panelists include the Dean of the Marshall Center for Intercultural Learning, the Director of Student Activities, Involvement, and Leadership, the Director of Life and Career Navigation, the Interim Director of Athletics, and the Associate Director of Global Ed and Study Abroad Advisor.
Unanswered Questions Answered
Hosted by Zack Irish, Dean of Students
Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
Join the Dean of Students as he hosts a panel of campus partners to answer your unanswered questions in preparation for arriving on campus. Staff from Advising, Accessibility Services, Health and Counseling, Res Life, and Campus Safety will be available to answer general questions about the on-campus experience. Dean Irish will review the new student checklist, and Residential Life will provide additional information ahead of check-in day.
Panelists include the Dean of Advising, the Assistant Dean for Residential Life, the Associate Dean for Wellness and Director of the Counseling Center, the Director of Accessibility Services, and the Director of Campus Safety.
You are also welcome to contact these offices directly with any individual questions. Refer to our Offices and Services page for contact information.