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At NC Wesleyan, New Student Orientation is called WesWay! WesWay assists students in making the transition to college and teaches the Wesleyan way of life. WesWay is a three-part experience: WesWay 101, WesWay Day, and WesWay Weekend.

Summer 2026

3 different days you can choose from!

At NC Wesleyan, New Student Orientation is called WesWay! WesWay assists students in making the transition to college and teaches the Wesleyan way of life. WesWay is a three-part experience: WesWay 101, WesWay Day, and WesWay Weekend.

Summer 2026

3 different days you can choose from!

The Shelton Challenge is a six-day residential leadership camp designed for high school students (rising 9th grade through graduating seniors). Participants develop leadership skills through hands-on activities, team-building exercises, service projects, and ropes courses, with a focus on ethics, interpersonal skills, and goal setting.

Date: July 26–31, 2026

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Who can attend: High school students (GPA 3.0+)

Cost: $500 (includes lodging, meals, and program activities)

Registration Deadline: July 19, 2026

Participants who complete the program and enroll at NCWU may be eligible for a renewable $1,000 scholarship.

At NC Wesleyan, New Student Orientation is called WesWay! WesWay assists students in making the transition to college and teaches the Wesleyan way of life. WesWay is a three-part experience: WesWay 101, WesWay Day, and WesWay Weekend.

Summer 2026

3 different days you can choose from!

WesWay Weekend for Fall 2026

At NC Wesleyan, New Student Orientation is called WesWay! WesWay assists students in making the transition to college and teaches the Wesleyan way of life. Check out these orientation resources below.

Rock the Mount is back and we’re ready to make it better than ever!

Join us in welcoming Â鶹ԭ´´â€™s Class of 2030! Business owners, churches and other nonprofits in the surrounding area are invited to attend. Come meet our incoming freshmen and gain exposure among our students by promoting your organization on Wesleyan’s campus.Ìý

Monday, August 17, 2026
11 am – 2:00 pm

Community Partners, Vendors, Food Trucks, Music and More!

Interested in setting up a booth at the event?
Display spaces are limited, so businesses and organizations are encouraged to sign up early. The event is open to the general public.

For more information, contact:
Elliott Smith
esmith@ncwu.edu
252.454.1682

Athletics showcase: 2 pm -5 pm

The Student Aftershock Party starts at 6:30 pm

Live concert, carnival rides, free food and more!

The NCWU 2026 Homecoming Week will be September 28 – October 3. On Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, NC Wesleyan will host our annual Homecoming football game at the Vernon T. Bradley, Jr. Stadium.ÌýSave the date and be sure to attend and support our Battling Bishops!

• $5 for adults (18+)
• $3 for ages 12-18
• FREE for all under age 12

Gates open two hours prior to kick-off (12 noon)

View the schedule of events and LEARN MORE HERE > .

Join us for our 2026 Fall Open House October event, you’ll have the opportunity to discover the many reasons you’ll fall in love with Wesleyan. While here, parents and prospective students have the opportunity to:

• Take a Campus Tour Across 200 Beautiful Acres
• Receive Information on Scholarships & Financial Aid
• Speak with our Talented Faculty, Staff, and Current Students
• Learn More Â鶹ԭ´´ the Admissions Process
• Receive On-site Admission & Scholarship Decision(s)*
• Meet & Greet with President Evan D. Duff

*Must bring transcript to be eligible.

October 24, 2026

9 am – 1 pm