COLLEGE PREVIEW WEEKEND SCHEDULE
April10-12,2025
Welcome to College Preview Weekend
We’re delighted you’re here and excited to show you why Regent is America’s premier Christian university. We hope you enjoy this unique glimpse of what your life will be like as a Regent Royal.
Here’s what you need to know:
• Parents are welcome at all of the events on Thursday and Friday except the Live Lectures due to seating capacity.
• Students are provided with meal tickets. Guests may purchase meals. See Page 13 for additional meal information.
Submit your $150 enrollment deposit before or during College Preview Weekend to unlock your $2,000 Early Deposit Scholarship!
Important Phone Numbers
Undergraduate Admissions
757.352.4960
undergrad@regent.edu regent.edu/admissions
Financial Aid & Scholarships
757.352.4125
finaid@regent.edu regent.edu/finaid
Academic Advising
757.352.4385 advising@regent.edu
Housing 757.352.4890
studenthousing@regent.edu regent.edu/commons
Campus Police
Emergencies: 757.226.2911
Nonemergencies: 757.226.2075 regent.edu/police
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Thursday, April 10
1:00-7:00 pm Check-In
Communication Building, Lobby
College Preview Weekend 101
Communication Building, Screening Room A (145) & B (143)
Stop by for a 15-minute overview of what to expect this weekend. Sessions start every 30 minutes.
2:00-6:00 pm Admissions Workshop
Divinity Building, Welcome Center
Pop in to get your admissions questions answered. Submit your application or deposit, and receive your FREE Regent T-shirt.
3:00-4:00 pm Student-Led Campus Tours
Communication Building, Plaza
Join us for a 60-minute campus tour. Departures at 3:00, 3:30 and 4:00.
3:00-5:00 pm Canvas & Conversations
Student Center, 77 Lounge
Join the Office of Student Engagement for a paint party and time of fellowship with the Student Activities Board and College Student Leadership Board.
Thursday, April 10
4:00-4:45 pm Housing Host Meet & Greet The Commons
Students staying on campus can meet their housing host during this time.
5:00-6:00 pm Athletics Meet & Greet Student Center, 77 Lounge
Come hear the vision of Regent Athletics and connect with our coaches and staff.
5:30-7:00 pm Get to Know Regent Robertson Hall, Lobby
This informative fair offers students a chance to connect with various on-campus departments.
6:00-7:00 pm Dinner (Courtesy of Operation Blessing’s mobile kitchen) Communication Building, Plaza
7:00-8:30 pm UnChapel Shaw Chapel
Inspiring worship service for all students. Doors open at 6:50 p.m. Attire is casual.
15% off All 77 Coffeehouse Merchandise (Excluding Stickers) Show this coupon at the register during College Preview Weekend.
Friday, April 11
8:00 am-12:00 pm Late Check-In Shaw Chapel
9:00-10:30 am Welcome to College Preview Weekend Shaw Chapel
A time to collectively gather as we welcome you to campus, provide an admissions overview, share our mission, and worship together.
10:30-11:30 am Panel Discussion: Get to Know Regent Shaw Chapel
A must-stop session! Join our expert panel featuring Title IX, Counseling, Campus Police, Disability Services, Residence Life, and Student Services as they discuss student well-being and safety. Learn about vital campus resources and how we foster a supportive, secure environment. Bring your questions and discover how we prioritize student success.
10:45 am-2:15 pm School of Communication & Arts Open House
All events occur in the Communication Building.
Choral Music Room 128
10:45-11:15 am Workshop
11:30 am-12:00 pm Tour
12:15-12:45 pm Workshop
1:00-1:30 pm Tour
1:45-2:15 pm Workshop
Worship Guitar Room 146
10:45-11:15 am Workshop
11:30 am-12:00 pm Tour
12:15-12:45 pm Workshop
1:00-1:30 pm Tour
1:45-2:15 pm Workshop
Cinematography, Lighting & Animation Screening Room A
10:45-11:15 am Workshop
11:30 am-12:00 pm Tour
12:15-12:45 pm Workshop
1:00-1:30 pm Tour
1:45-2:15 pm Workshop
Friday, April 11
Communication Studies Room 101
10:45-11:15 am Workshop
11:30 am-12:00 pm Tour
12:15-12:45 pm Workshop
1:00-1:30 pm Tour
1:45-2:15 pm Workshop
Journalism Room 119
11:30 am-12:00 pm Workshop
12:15-12:45 pm Tour
1:00-1:30 pm Workshop
1:45-2:15 pm Tour
Costume & Scene Shop Room 123
10:45-11:15 am Workshop
11:30 am-12:00 pm Tour
12:15-12:45 pm Workshop
1:00-1:30 pm Tour
10:45 am-2:30 pm Sample Classes
Attend a simulated lecture and experience the classroom environment with our world-class professors.
10:45-11:30 am Business & Leadership Library, Auditorium
Christian Ministries
11:45 am-12:30 pm Government
Robertson Hall, Room 107
Robertson Hall, Room 107
Psychology Library, Auditorium
11:30 am-2:30 pm Admissions Workshop
11:30 am-2:30 pm
Divinity Building, Welcome Center
Pop in to get your admissions questions answered. Submit your application or deposit, and receive your FREE Regent T-shirt.
Student-Led Campus Tours
Shaw Chapel, Plaza
Join us for a 60-minute campus tour. Departures at 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00 and 2:30.
Communication Building tours are included in the School of Communication & Arts Open House sessions.
Friday, April 11
10:50 am-2:10 pm Live Lectures
Join and observe Regent lectures in session. Due to capacity restrictions, only students can attend lecture sessions. Class space will be first come, first served. Please arrive early to secure your seat.
10:50-11:45 am Cross-Cultural Communication Robertson Hall, Room 106
General Chemistry II Classroom Building, Room 107
Public Speaking Robertson Hall, Room 114
1:15-2:10 pm Discrete Mathematics Robertson Hall, Room 105
12:00-2:30 pm Lunch
Students receive one meal ticket for lunch. Guests may purchase meals at The Ordinary Cafe or from a visiting food truck in front of the Student Center. Seating is available outdoors and in the Library’s atrium.
12:00-4:00 pm Freedom Scholarship Lab Communication Building, Computer Lab, Room 154
See Page 15 for more information.
12:30 am-1:15 pm Financial Aid Scholarship Search With Q&A Shaw Chapel
Join this session to learn all of the ins and outs of financial aid and discover what scholarships you can receive.
2:00-3:00 pm Honors College Presentation With Q&A Library, Auditorium
Hear from the Honors College dean and staff about what makes Regent University’s Honors College one of the best in the country, followed by a Q&A. IMPORTANT HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Friday, April 11
3:00-6:00 pm Advising & Financial Aid Workshop Divinity Building, Welcome Center
Pop in to get all of your advising and financial aid questions answered.
3:15-4:15 pm Before It All Begins Library, Auditorium
Participate in an interactive workshop to help you connect with others and learn more about yourself as you prepare for college. The workshop provides a FREE Focus 2 Career assessment, and a complimentary journal!
3:30-6:00 pm Dinner
Students receive one meal ticket for dinner. Guests may purchase meals at The Ordinary Cafe. Seating is available outdoors and in the Library’s atrium.
4:30-5:00 pm Early College Information Session Library, Auditorium
Learn how to get a head start on your college education while still in high school.
5:00-5:30 pm Homeschool Forum Library, Auditorium
Take some time to learn how to smoothly transition from life as a homeschooler to a college student.
7:00-9:00 pm The Boardroom Game Night Student Center, 77 Lounge
Come for a night of classics. Play board games with your peers and current students over FREE novelty ice cream!
7:30-9:00 pm
Friday, April 11
Sound of Music
Dede Robertson Theatre
A special performance of The Sound of Music produced by Regent University’s School of Communication & the Arts! This is your chance to witness the incredible talent, creativity, and passion that distinguish our theatre programs.
Purchase Tickets Today: regent.edu/tickets.
Use promo code CPW15 for 15% OFF.
(Offer valid for one ticket. Discount applied at checkout.)
The Sound of Music
April 11-13 & 25-27
Win a Regent Prize Pack!
Share a photo featuring your favorite College Preview Weekend memory for a chance to win a Regent Prize Pack.
TO ENTER:
1. Take a photo of your favorite CPW moment
2. Post to Instagram using #regentcpw
3. Tag @regentuniversityadmissions
Winner will be selected and announced at the Royal Rush: Ask a Regent Student session.
Friday, April 11 |
Discover your path to education, leadership and service through the Army and Navy ROTC programs at Regent University.
10:30-11:00 am Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) Information Session
Robertson Hall, Moot Court Room
Set your course toward becoming a commissioned officer in the Army. Discover a world of opportunities for scholarships and financial incentives. Hone your leadership skills through specialized training and seamlessly pursue a degree through Regent University.
11:15-11:45 am Navy ROTC Information Session
Robertson Hall, Moot Court Room
Explore paths to becoming an officer in the Navy or Marine Corps. Learn about NROTC scholarships, including a 50-percent Regent scholarship for NROTC students. Earn your undergraduate degree and map out a journey toward a successful and rewarding future in service.
12:00-12:30 pm Naval Preparatory Program (NPP) Session
Robertson Hall, Moot Court Room
For students with exceptional potential, Regent’s NPP may open the door to a Naval Officer commission. The program’s mission is to strengthen moral, mental and physical foundations. Scholarship support covers tuition, board and fees for the preparatory year. Successful completion leads to a four-year NROTC Scholarship from the U.S. Navy.
Can’t attend? Contact military@regent.edu to schedule an individual meeting and explore your ROTC options.
Saturday, April 12
| Students
This schedule for Saturday's College Preview events is for STUDENTS only. See Page 12 for our PARENT schedule.
7:45-8:30 am Housing Guest Check-Out
The Commons, Lobby
Students staying in the The Commons will check-out of housing and leave belongings in a supervised location to pick-up at the conclusion of the event. Students must return their access badge. Lost access badges or sleeping mats will result in a $30 fee.
8:00-9:00 am Student Breakfast
Robertson Hall, Lobby
Enjoy breakfast with your peers and current Regent students!
8:00-9:00 am Honors College Breakfast Meet & Greet
Divinity Building, Honors Suite
Enjoy donuts with the dean, your peers, and Honors College faculty and students! You must have an active Honors College application on file to attend.
9:00 am-11:45 am Royal Rush
Join your color team for student engagement activities!
9:00-9:30 am Team Icebreakers Robertson Hall
9:30-10:00 am Preview Pursuit Main Campus
10:00-10:30 am Ask a Regent Student Moot Court Room (Social media contest winner will be announced at this event.)
10:45-11:45 am Lip-Sync Battle Robertson Field
Note: Those who have been invited to compete in the Honors College Scholarship Competition will do so following breakfast.
Saturday,
April 12 | Parents
This schedule for Saturday’s College Preview events is for PARENTS only. See Page 11 for our STUDENT schedule.
8:00-9:00 am Parent Breakfast: Donuts With the Deans & Departments
Student Center, 77 Lounge
Enjoy donuts with Regent’s deans, department heads, and other parent guests!
9:15-10:30 am Christian Broadcasting Network Building Tour Launching from 77 Lounge
Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the studios of the Christian Broadcasting Network. Guests will explore state-of-the-art production facilities and learn about the impactful work of CBN in media and ministry worldwide.
10:45-11:45 am Great Conversations
Robertson Hall, Moot Court Room
Join the Center for Student Happiness and hear ways to engage and encourage your student as they take the next step in attending college.
12:00-2:00 pm Admissions Workshop Welcome Center, Lobby
Pop in to have your questions about admissions and Regent University answered.
DINING
Students are provided with meal tickets for lunch and dinner on Friday. Guests may purchase meals at any of the locations listed below. View menus at regent.edu/cpwmenu.
THURSDAY
DINNER (FREE)
6:00-7:00 pm Operation Blessing Food Truck Communication Building, Plaza
FRIDAY
BREAKFAST
8:00-9:00 am Breakfast will be available for The Ordinary Cafe students staying on campus.
LUNCH
12:00-2:30 pm The Ordinary Cafe Student Center
12:00-2:30 pm Food Trucks Student Center
DINNER
3:30-6:00 pm The Ordinary Cafe Student Center
SATURDAY
BREAKFAST (Free)
8:00-9:00 am Honors Student Breakfast Divinity Building, Honors Suite
8:00-9:00 am Student Breakfast Robertson Hall, Lobby
8:00-9:00 am Parent Breakfast 77 Lounge
Thursday & Friday: 9:00 am-7:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am-1:00 pm
regentgiftshop.com
Thursday & Friday: 8:00 am-7:00 pm Saturday: 8:00 am-1:00 pm
77coffeehouse.com
Your Next Steps as a Regent Royal Are Easy!
regent.edu/roadmap
STEP 1: APPLY
Apply to an on-campus degree-seeking program
Apply to Early College
Must be 16 years or older and completed 10th grade with a 3.0 GPA or higher
STEP 2: REVIEW
Submit your unofficial high school transcripts
Additional documents may be requested depending on your academic profile
STEP 3: ACCEPT
Submit your $150 enrollment deposit
Your deposit unlocks free College Preview
Weekend registration, one free early college course, and access to exclusive scholarships
Submit your Honors College application
To qualify, you must have an unweighted 3.7 GPA or higher and submit an ACT, SAT or CLT score and qualify for the President's Booster Merit
Give Regent permission to register you for classes
Complete your FAFSA
STEP 4: PREPARE
Register for classes
Set up your student account
Complete semester check-in
Order your books
STEP 5: START
Access your classes via MyRegent portal
Have fun and learn a lot!
HONORS BOUND
HONORS COLLEGE
SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION
Your journey to greatness, for His glory, begins here! If you’re interested in applying for the Honors College or would like to learn more, visit regent.edu/honors.
Students being considered for the Honors College are eligible to participate in the Honors Bound Scholarship Competition by invitation only.
$10,000 Freedom Scholarship Competition
New, on-campus undergraduate students are invited to compete for the prestigious Freedom Scholarship, which provides a two-year $10,000 housing award on Regent’s campus!
Interested students should report to the Scholarship Lab on Friday (12-4 p.m.) to complete a 500-word untimed essay. A committee will review all essay submissions; winners will be notified via email.
Scholarship Lab Location: Communication Building, Room 154
Campus Map
THE FOUNDERS INN & SPA
CLASSROOM BUILDING
CBN STUDIO
DEDE ROBERTSON STUDENT CENTER CBN
DIVINITY BUILDING & WELCOME CENTER
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
CHAPEL
ENTRANCE
ROBERTSON HALL
SHAW
College Preview Weekend
ADMISSIONS WORKSHOP
SOUND OF MUSIC
EVENT INFORMATION
EVENT PARKING
FOOD TRUCKS
PHOTO SPOT
Regent University Campus
BICYCLE RACKS
EMERGENCY CALL BOXES
THE ORDINARY CAFE
77 COFFEEHOUSE
REGENT GIFT SHOP
ENTRANCE
Students tell us time and again that when they stepped onto campus, they felt God confirm Regent was part of His plan and purpose for their lives. Thank you for taking the time to experience the Regent difference and learn why we’re America’s premier Christian university.
Please scan for a digital version of this booklet or visit regent.edu/cpwschedule.