Congratulations, parents! You are here because of your student's remarkable academic achievement. We are so glad that you are joining us today to get to know the faculty, staff, and students of Roberts Wesleyan University. We have provided several opportunities for you to familiarize yourself with all the academic opportunities awaiting your student here.
Click the link above to enter the event on Saturday, February 3rd by 9:00 a.m.
Call 585-594-6898 or email onlinesupport@roberts.edu if you are having trouble joining the meeting link above. If you experience technical difficulties while you are in the virtual event, please private message the host or go back to the main meeting room. Support requests will be met in the order they are received.
Parent Schedule
9:00 a.m. Welcome Session
Meet our President, Dr. Rupert A. Hayles, Jr., Ph.D, our Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Marlene Collins-Blaire, and hear from an Admissions Representative about today’s event.
9:15 a.m. Parent Honors Session
Explore program benefits and real-world application in this session designed for parents with Honors Director Jeffrey McPherson.
10:00 a.m. Global Honors Program Highlights
Hear from Honors Director Dr. Jeffrey McPherson and Global Honors Program alumni about detailed information about the opportunities that await your student in the Global Honors Program.
10:30 a.m. Exceptional Students Go to College Parent Session
Hear about the research concerning common and unexpected challenges for high-achieving students as they navigate the transition from high school to college.
Speakers include:
- Kimberley Wiedefeld, Vice President for Enrollment Management
- Katelyn Lee, Dean of Students and Deputy Title IX Coordinator
- Lindsay Brooks, Director of Wellness
11:30 a.m. Faculty Meet & Greet
Connect with professors in your student's area of academic interest.
Event Survey
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Scholarship Information
B.T. Roberts Full-Tuition Scholarship
Roberts will award three students a full-tuition scholarship (after financial aid). Students must attend the entire Academic Scholarship Celebration event and deposit by March 23, 2024, to be eligible for this award. Scholarship winners and alternates will be notified by February 9th, 2024.
B.T. Roberts Finalist Award
Students not selected for a B.T. Roberts Full-Tuition Scholarship will receive the B.T. Roberts Finalist Award worth up to an additional $4,000 over four years. Students must attend the Academic Scholarship Celebration event and deposit by March 23, 2024, to be eligible.
Global Honors Program
Year One: Explore Rochester and discover how historical events that took place in our city have impacted today’s society.
Years One and Two: Experience the world through unique courses with a Global focus.
Summer 2025: Participate in an all-expenses-paid course in Brazil or Puerto Rico. This on-location experience has been carefully designed to further broaden your worldview!
Students accepted into the Global Honors Program will be notified by February 16th, 2024.
Final Note: Due to the large number of attendees, we are not able to provide individualized feedback.