Winter Weekend is only available for students who have applied to Brenau University. Apply now so you don't miss out on the fun!
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Register for Winter WeekendWe must have a Parent Consent Form on file for you to attend Winter Weekend. Please have your parent or legal guardian complete this form.
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Winter Weekend is when I really got a feel for the student life on campus. I saw the vibrant personality of the student body and immediately felt at home. I was randomly assigned to stay the night at the Tri Delta house, and I loved it so much that I became a member there a year later. Winter Weekend is when I realized that Brenau is where I belonged.Ariana Long
Attending Winter Weekend helped me see what the culture is and what it would really be like attending Brenau. Getting the inside experience solidified my decision to come to Brenau, and I learned so much more about the school. I met some amazing people that really wanted to get to know me, and I am still friends with them!Sarah Nolan
Attending Winter Weekend was a pivotal experience that ultimately helped me make my decision to attend Brenau. Interacting with college students is a great opportunity to see how you can fit in the atmosphere here at Brenau, and see if this is a place you can thrive in. If you’re a potential student, I highly recommend attending Winter Weekend and fully embracing the Golden Tiger experience!Payton Hicks
| Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 4:00 p.m. | Earlybird Tour | Trustee Library |
| 4:30 p.m. | Check In | Trustee Library |
| 5:30 p.m. | Welcome | Thurmond McRae Lecture Hall |
| 6:00 p.m. | Dinner (Students) | Hopkins Dining Hall |
| 6:00 p.m. | Meet & Greet Reception (Parents: Hors d'oeuvres will be served, View the Rare Books Room, Chance to meet other Parents, Faculty & Executive Staff) | Trustee Library |
| 7:00 p.m. | Brenau's Got Talent Show |
Students: Pearce Auditorium Parents: Pearce Balcony |
| 8:00 p.m. | Break/ Parents say goodbye | Assigned Housing |
| 8:30 p.m. | Dance Party & Activities | Yonah Hall |
| 10:00 p.m. | Down Time | Return to Housing |
| Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m. | Brunch | Hopkins Dining Hall |
| 11:00 - 11:45 a.m. | Academic Showcase A (Students) | Pearce Auditorium |
| 11:00 - 11:45 a.m. | Q&A Panel (Parents) | Sellars Art Gallery |
| 12 - 2:00 p.m. | Auxiliary Offices: Academic Success, Accessibility Services, Accounting, Health Services, Housing, Registrar, Security | Yonah Lobby |
| 12:15 - 1:00 p.m. | Academic Showcase B (Students) | Pearce Auditorium |
| 12:15 - 1:00 p.m. | Financial Aid (Parents) | Sellars Art Gallery |
| 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. | Check out & Food Truck | Yonah Lobby/ Golden Tiger Way |
| 1:00 p.m. | *Optional* Campus Tour | Yonah Porch |
| Program | Location |
| Business (Healthcare Admin, Risk Mgmt/Insurance, Finance, Marketing, Hospitality Mgmt, Accounting, Human Resource Mgmt.) | Jacobs Building Lobby |
| Envisioning Yourself @ College | Banks |
| Theatre | Burd Bobbit |
| Dance | Fitness Center |
| Studio Art (Drawing/Painting, Graphic & Digital Arts, Museum Studies, Sculpture) | Simmons Visual Arts 202 Mac Lab |
| Nursing | Science Building Room 21 |
| Education | Jewell Building Room 4 |
| Exercise Science | Science Building Room 30 |
| Program | Location |
|---|---|
| Interior Design | Simmons Visual Arts, Room L3 |
| Psychology | Owens |
| Biology, Pre-Med, Health Science, Pre-Nursing | Science Building Room 13 |
| Humanities (English, History/Political Science, Conflict Resolution/Legal Studies, Undecided and Honors Program) | Owens Room 205 |
| Fashion Merchandising & Fashion Design | Burd Center Room 302 Fashion Lab |
| Envisioning Yourself @ College | Banks |
| Music | Burd Center Room 345 |
| Mass Communication (PR/Journalism, Radio/TV, Social Media) | Jacobs Building TV Studio |
10 AM-5 PM
Exhibits and historic structures, kid-friendly interactive exhibits
On campus (322 Academy Street)
Cost: $6 adults; $4 students
11AM-11PM
4 different escape room scenarios
119 Green Street NE, Gainesville, GA 30501; ~2 min drive from campus
Cost: $30-54
11AM-6:30 PM
Mini-golf, snack bar, ice cream
3709 Whiting Road, Gainesville, GA 30504; ~14 min drive from campus
Cost: 2-4 years free, 5-13 years $5, 14 years and up $6
Monday through Saturday with 2-hour play time blocks: 10am-12pm, 12:30pm-2:30pm, and 3pm-5pm
hands on museum/play center for kids
Adjacent to Brenau East Campus (nursing, OT, dance)
Cost: $9/person
10AM-7 PM
Trampolines, dodgeball, ninja activities,slackline, slamball, foam pit
2283 Browns Bridge Rd Gainesville, GA ~7 min drive from campus
Cost: $14.99 for 1 hour, $22.00 for 2 hours, $25.99 for 3 hours
Saturday 9:00 am-6:00 pm
1911 Sweetbay Drive, Gainesville, GA ~7 min drive from campus
Cost: $14/adult, 3-12 years $12
9AM-6PM
Massage, facials, body treatments
635 Green Street NW, Gainesville, GA 30501 ~4 min drive from campus
Wine tasting
7584 Bill Wilson Rd. Alto, GA 30510; ~20 min drive from campus
Wine tasting 11AM-8PM; spa 8:30 AM-7:00 PM
Wine tasting, spa, golf
100 Rue Charlemagne Drive Braselton, GA 30517 ~25 min drive from campus
Cost: golf $120 for 18 holes 2-4 golfers
I really like how everyone was so kind when they welcomed me even though I was really nervous. I was able to make great friends, and I also had a great time!Eleanor Lee
This is up to you! Please check the weather and dress accordingly. We recommend wearing comfortable and warm clothing. Attendees also usually bring a change of clothes for the party, but doing so is totally your call!
Winter Weekend is a sleepover. So, make sure to bring a sleeping bag, pillow, towel, floor padding (optional), pajamas, toiletries, etc. Shower facilities may be limited due to the amount of attendees. Please stick to bringing only one overnight bag, sleeping bag and pillow. Also, make sure your belongings are easily portable because you’ll be carrying them across campus!
Yes. Winter Weekend is open to all active high school senior and transfer applicants. If you’re thinking about attending Brenau, we’d love for you to visit and tour our beautiful campus! You can register at brenau.edu/visit/ or contact the Office of Admissions at 770-534-6100 or admissions@brenau.edu.
Most of our attendees will stay in a sorority house or a residence hall. Don’t forget that this is a sleepover. So, if you’re wanting to be extra comfortable when you sleep, we recommend bringing padding for the floor to go under your sleeping bag!
Make sure you have opted-in to texting so you will receive all notifications regarding Winter Weekend.
If you need special accommodations/assistance, please contact your admissions counselor as soon as possible so that we can make appropriate arrangements for you.
Our academic showcases give you the opportunity to meet your potential future professors and get a closer look at the academic departments that interest you the most. You’ll be able to choose two different showcases, allowing you to explore the programs you’re most curious about!
Yes! As long as they are a senior in high school, they are welcome to attend. Just share the registration link on this page with them.
Parents do not have to attend, but are welcome to join you for Friday’s activities up until 8 p.m. They are also welcome to attend all of Saturday’s activities!
If you have any dietary restrictions, please let your admissions counselor know as soon as possible so our dining hall can be prepared.
NOTHING! The event is totally free. You may want to bring some extra spending money if you wish to purchase anything from the Campus Bookstore or the vending machines around campus.