Parents

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Spring 2024

Dear Parents,

Welcome to another semester at Wheaton! We are delighted to welcome the newest members to the Wheaton family – parents of transfer students and parents of students who are starting their college experience this semester. We pray that all students will feel connected, loved, challenged, and inspired throughout the semester.

If you can’t find answers to your questions on the website, feel free to email us at parents@wheaton.edu and we will help point you in the right direction.

We look forward to partnering with you as you support your student’s success this semester.

Sincerely,

Laura Bennett
Parent Program and Regional Events Manager

Parent Newsletter

Stay informed via our Parent Newsletter which is brimming with information for you.

The role of Parent Engagement is to come alongside parents as they encourage the growth and success of their student through the college years. 

 

At times, the path to graduation can be as challenging for a family as it is for their student; that's why we're dedicated to connecting  you with the right resources to support your student and to ensure that the whole family has a positive Wheaton experience.  You can count on us to help you stay informed and engaged.

Here are some helpful ways to support and encourage your student:

Explore Family Resources

Find helpful information and resources for your family.

Attend Events

Learn more about Orientation, Family Weekend, Commencement, and other upcoming events.

Encourage Your Student

Send your student some love and explore ways to encourage his or her growth.

Stay Informed

Check out our monthly parent newsletter, a calendar of events, Wheaton magazine, and more.

Get Involved

Explore opportunities to join in the Wheaton College community.

Ask a Wheaton Parent

The Wheaton College Parent Council is here to serve as a resource to you and answer any questions you might have about life as a Wheaton parent.

Online Parent Orientation Fall 2020

Parent Orientation for Fall 2020 will be held online. The following link will take you to detailed information.

Dear Parents,

In a “normal” year, Wheaton College Orientation Weekend is full of in-person events and programs for parents and students, but as we all know, this year we will need to work together in new ways to enable your student(s) to have the best possible on-campus experience. In order to keep our campus COVID-Safe, Thunder-Strong, all Parent Orientation will be held online this fall. In the coming weeks and months, please take advantage of the resources we offer online and check the FAQ page regularly. 

Parent Engagement
parents@wheaton.edu or 630.752.5047

A Vision for Wheaton College Graduates

At Wheaton College, you will find learning that challenges and supports students by melding academic rigor with Christian faith. We provide an education grounded in Scripture, nurtured through prayer, embodied in service and evangelism, and anchored in patterns of corporate worship. Read our holistic vision for the Wheaton College Graduate.

Ways to connect

Encourage Your Student

Explore ways to encourage your student's growth. 

Stay Informed

Check out our monthly parent newsletter, a calendar of events, Wheaton magazine, and more.

Get Involved

Explore opportunities to join in the Wheaton College community.

Ask a Wheaton Parent

The Wheaton College Parent Council is here to serve as a resource to you and answer any questions you might have about life as a Wheaton parent.

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Student Care

Learn more about resources available to help students live well at Wheaton.

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Campus Safety

Find information regarding campus safety and emergencies

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Talk Like a Wheatie

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Dear Parents,

In a “normal” year, Wheaton College Orientation Weekend is full of in-person events and programs for parents and students, but as we all know, this year we will need to work together in new ways to enable your student(s) to have the best possible on-campus experience. In order to keep our campus COVID-Safe, Thunder-Strong, all Parent Orientation will be held online this fall. In the coming weeks and months, please take advantage of the resources we offer online and check the FAQ page regularly. 

Parent Engagement
parents@wheaton.edu or 630.752.5047

A Vision for Wheaton College Graduates

At Wheaton College, you will find learning that challenges and supports students by melding academic rigor with Christian faith. We provide an education grounded in Scripture, nurtured through prayer, embodied in service and evangelism, and anchored in patterns of corporate worship. Read our holistic vision for the Wheaton College Graduate.

Ways to connect

Encourage Your Student

Explore ways to encourage your student's growth. 

Stay Informed

Check out our monthly parent newsletter, a calendar of events, Wheaton magazine, and more.

Get Involved

Explore opportunities to join in the Wheaton College community.

Ask a Wheaton Parent

The Wheaton College Parent Council is here to serve as a resource to you and answer any questions you might have about life as a Wheaton parent.