Family Friday Webinars

Welcome Parents and Families of Incoming Students

Emory College and Oxford College host informational webinars during the summer for parents and families of new incoming students. Each webinar features a distinct topic and discussion with Emory administrators.

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Oxford Campus Family Webinars

Oxford parents are encouraged to visit the Oxford College Onboarding website to find information about Oxford Family Friday Webinars, which cover relevant topics and answer questions for new students and their families. See the upcoming Oxford Family Webinar schedule in the Eagle Updates summer newsletter or click to view the schedule below. All webinars are recorded and available for viewing through YouTube and Zoom.  

Find out more about Oxford family webinars
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Atlanta Campus Family Webinars

Please note that the schedule and information shared below is relevant for incoming students to the Atlanta campus, unless Oxford is specifically noted. Oxford parents are encouraged to visit the Oxford College Onboarding website to find information about Oxford Family Friday Webinars. 

Register for each webinar you are attending using the link in the schedule. You will receive a calendar invite with the Zoom link after registering. All webinars will be recorded. Recordings and relevant materials will be posted within the week.

Webinar Recordings: 2025-26 YouTube Playlist 

2025 Atlanta Campus Summer Webinars

Welcome! Join Emory New Student Programs for the first webinar in our summer series that introduces you and your family to key resources at Emory to help transition smoothly and confidently. In this webinar, we will cover:

  • Medical Transition of Care (e.g. transferring prescriptions, finding new healthcare providers, etc.)
  • Meeting immunization requirements
  • Prioritizing well-being
  • Reviewing health insurance coverage (or submitting a waiver)
  • Accessing counseling and mental health support on campus and in the community, and
  • Requesting accommodations.
Start your Emory journey feeling prepared and informed—don’t miss this important session!

June 13 at 12 p.m. (noon), Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) 

Recommended for First-Year Students on the Atlanta and Oxford Campuses 


Watch the Recording

Get ready for your Emory arrival with this all-in-one webinar covering everything you need to know about Move In Day, Orientation, and living and eating on campus. In this webinar, we will cover:

  • Shipping items in advance
  • Move In Day process and schedule
  • What to bring (and what to leave at home!)
  • Orientation Week schedule
  • Residence halls and on-campus living
  • Dining options and accommodations for dietary needs, and
  • Campus safety.
By the end of this webinar, you’ll feel prepared and confident about Move In and Orientation—so you can plan your arrival with ease!

July 18 at 12 p.m. (noon), Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)

Recommended for First-Year and Transfer Students on the Atlanta Campus.

Register for Webinar

College is more than just academics – it’s about building community, exploring new interests, and making the most of your Emory experience. This webinar will introduce you to the many ways students can get involved, build connections, and feel at home on campus. In this webinar, we’ll cover:

  • Student organizations and campus involvement
  • Community spaces
  • Religious and spiritual life on campus
  • Finding professional opportunities and career resources, and
  • the Weeks of Welcome and key events to kickstart your Emory journey.
Join us to discover the endless ways to make Emory your own—whether through clubs, leadership roles, networking, or community events. Don’t miss this chance to start shaping your college experience before you even arrive!

August 15 at 12 p.m. (noon), Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)

Recommended for First-Year and Transfer Students on the Atlanta campus.

Register for Webinar