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  • A pre-college summer program for young women with interests in STEM, creative writing and riding!

    Hollinsummer 2026

    Hollins University Campus 7916 Williamson Road, Roanoke, VA, United States

    Looking for an adventure this summer? Join us for Hollinsummer, a pre-college summer program for young women with interests in everything from creative writing to riding and more!

    Website: https://www.hollins.edu/hollinsummer
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    Summer Scholars 2026

    Hollins University Campus 7916 Williamson Road, Roanoke, VA, United States

    This immersive, two-week liberal arts program allows young women to experience life as a college student. Sponsored by a grant from The Teagle Foundation, the program is provided at no cost to participants and gives them an opportunity to study and build connections with students and professors who are invested in their growth.

    Website: https://www.hollins.edu/academics/pre-college-experiences-camps/summer-scholars/
    Free
  • Hollins Playwright's Lab Summer New Works

    Hollins Playwrights Festival of New Works

    Mill Mountain Theatre 1 Market Square SE, Roanoke, VA, United States

    Each summer at the end of July, we present a three-day event showcasing workshop productions and readings of student work from the Playwright’s Lab. These performances are at Mill Mountain Theatre’s Waldron Stage for the general public and guest professional. On Sunday at 4 pm (EST) there will be a panel discussion when our guest […]

    Free

  • David Wiesner: Artist Talk at the Eleanor D. Wilson Museum

    Babcock Auditorium, Dana Science Building

    In-person event. Livestream available. As a child growing up in suburban New Jersey, David Wiesner re-created his world daily in his imagination. The images in his childhood books generated a love of detail, an admiration for the creative process, and a desire to tell stories with the pictures he himself was drawing. At the Rhode […]

    Website: hollins.edu/museum
  • KidLit @ Hollins - Children's Literature Symposium logo

    Hollins KidLit Day!

    VAC 119

    In-person and livestreamed. Catered 9:30am EST – Francelia Butler Conference, VAC 119 and online on Zoom 2:00pm EST Awarding of the Margaret Wise Brown Prize, VAC119 and online on Zoom 4:00pm EST Book Launch Party, VAC119 and online on Zoom

    Free

  • New Student Orientation

    Hollins University Campus 7916 Williamson Road, Roanoke, VA, United States

    Throughout Orientation, you will engage in experiences designed to help you navigate campus life, build lasting friendships, and develop the confidence to thrive academically and socially. You will meet faculty, staff, and student leaders who are dedicated to your success, and you’ll begin forming relationships that will support you throughout your time at Hollins.

  • Opening Convocation in duPont Chapel

    Opening Convocation

    duPont Chapel 7980 E Campus Dr, Roanoke,, VA, United States

    Hollins officially launches the 2026-27 academic year with Opening Convocation on Tuesday, September 1 in duPont Chapel. We will welcome new students into the campus community and seniors will process in their robes for the first time. Immediately following Opening Convocation, seniors will participate in the annual tradition of taking their first official steps onto […]

  • One student showing their friend a picture on their smartphone walking on Hollins campus

    Fall Classes Begin

    Hollins University Campus 7916 Williamson Road, Roanoke, VA, United States

  • Family Weekend

    Family Weekend 2026

    Hollins University Campus 7916 Williamson Road, Roanoke, VA, United States

    Parents and family members are invited to join our Hollins students for a weekend filled with organized activities running from Friday afternoon through Sunday morning! We hope to have you join us! Schedule coming soon.

    Free

  • Snow covered campus

    Tinker Mountain Winter Recharge 2027

    Online

    Join us online for both manuscript and “write now workshops” with our acclaimed Tinker Mountain faculty! This is your opportunity to recharge your creativity, reconnect with the Tinker Mountain community of writers, and reframe your work.

    Website: www.hollins.edu/tmww

  • Save the Date - Hollins Reunion 2027, June 4-6

    Reunion 2027

    Hollins University Campus 7916 Williamson Road, Roanoke, VA, United States

    Reunite with old friends and create new memories at Reunion 2027! Our alumnae reunion offers a unique opportunity to celebrate our shared experiences at Hollins. Immerse yourself in nostalgic campus tours, informative and interactive sessions, and lively social events. Join us for a weekend of laughter, learning, and lasting connections!

  • Tinker Mountain Summer Residential Writing Retreat

    Tinker Mountain Writers Workshop

    Hollins University Campus 7916 Williamson Road, Roanoke, VA, United States

    Spend an inspirational week at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains on the beautiful campus of Hollins University. Join us in one of our intimate and inspiring manuscript or write now workshops in poetry, fiction, nonfiction, or multigenre.

    Website: https://www.hollins.edu/tmww