Registration to join Take Flight Class of 2027 is now closed. If you would like to be added to our wait-list, please contact Natalí Maher (56maher@cua.edu).
The Take Flight Freshman program offers an array of activities designed to equip students with the skills needed to thrive at Catholic University. The work begins even before you step onto our campus to begin the fall semester.
Summer Meetings
Take Flight Pre-Orientation
Sunday, August 20 to Wednesday, August 23. - FREE
- Gain important skills that will enhance your academic performance.
- Understand what college life looks like, including becoming familiar with a typical class schedule, campus buildings, and tips for adjusting to campus life.
- Develop a clear understanding and familiarity with important resources and services provided on campus; making connections with faculty, staff, and current Catholic University students.
- Learn about extra-curricular activities and opportunities in which you can participate.
- Build strong relationships with other first-generation college students and participate in off-site excursions.
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
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8:00 AM | Breakfast | Breakfast | Breakfast | |
9:00 AM |
Early Move-In for Take Flight Students |
Morning Session: University 101 | Morning Session: First in the Family | Morning Session: Telling Our Stories |
10:00 AM | Morning Lecture: Reading for College | Morning Lecture: Studying for College | Build Your Support System | |
11:00 AM | College Success Etiquette | |||
12:00 PM | Networking Lunch | Networking Lunch | Networking Lunch | |
1:00 PM | Afternoon Lecture: College Writing | Afternoon Lecture: Test-taking Skills | Self-Advocacy | |
2:00 PM | Reflection | |||
3:00 PM | Campus Resource Tour | Campus Resource Tour | Campus Engagement | |
4:00 PM | Reflection | |||
5:00 PM |
Welcome Dinner Bring your family! |
Dinner | Dinner |
Closing Dinner Final Words of Wisdom |
6:00 PM | ||||
7:00 PM | Social Activity | Social Activity |