WCU Carey Parents

06/17/2026

One of the biggest questions parents ask is, “Will my student be prepared for a successful career?”

Achievements like this are one more reason Carey families can feel confident in the value of their investment.

William Carey University’s elementary teacher education program earned an A+ from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for the quality of its preparation of future teachers to teach reading to elementary school students.

To read more, visit https://bit.ly/4ewUFvs

06/16/2026

𝗡𝗘𝗪! “𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄?” – 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀
We’re launching a new “𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄?” 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗹 to highlight resources available to support your student!

Our first post is live now and features 𝗺𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿. Check it out:
https://wmcarey.campusesp.com/posts/536

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06/09/2026

Thinking about going back to school? Balancing college, work, and family? You're not alone.

Please join us for a Carey Family Kickoff Party! Whether you're starting college, returning to finish a degree, or taking the next step in your education, come connect with others who understand busy schedules and family responsibilities.

William Carey University - Tradition Campus
July 14
5–7 PM

Register today: https://forms.office.com/r/t6XLbZ7PnW

06/03/2026

⚔️ ARMOR UP, CAREY FAMILY ⚔️

This year’s 2026–2027 Carey Family T-shirt is HERE!

𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐲 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲!

Parents—be on the lookout for our online store to open up to purchase or limited sizing will be available for purchase at parent events!

Get registered, get your shirt, and get ready to Armor Up!

06/01/2026

Incoming & prospective students — grab your family and join us for a Carey Family Kickoff Party this summer!

Hattiesburg | June 23 & July 21 | 5–7 PM
Gulf Coast | July 14 | 5–7 PM
Register: https://forms.office.com/r/t6XLbZ7PnW

Louisiana | July 23 | 5–7 PM
Register: https://forms.office.com/r/VYubTqRkLM

Register early and receive a FREE 2026 Carey Family t-shirt before it's officially released!

05/29/2026

Incoming & prospective students — join us for our Summer Carey Family Kickoff Parties on the Hattiesburg campus June 23 & July 21 from 5–7 p.m.! 🎉

Meet other future Crusaders and families while connecting with representatives from Financial Aid, Housing, Student Services, BSU, and more to get your questions answered before move-in day!

PLUS — early registrants will receive the brand-new 2026 Carey Family t-shirt 👀 A first-look freebie before it officially drops!

Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/t6XLbZ7PnW

We can’t wait to welcome you to the Carey family!

05/26/2026

Incoming & prospective students — it’s time for our Summer Carey Family Kickoff Parties!

Come meet other future Crusaders and families, connect with campus departments, ask questions, and get excited for the semester ahead!

PLUS — students who visit 3 tables and ask 3 questions will receive a special Carey Welcome Kit filled with goodies, snacks, and supplies! 👏

Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/t6XLbZ7PnW

Parents & families: Be sure to check the Parent Portal! An email was sent out with a survey link for those interested in volunteering during these exciting kickoff events.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the Carey family!

05/25/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, William Carey University offices will be closed Monday, May 25. Offices will reopen Tuesday, May 26. 🇺🇸

We honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

05/20/2026

This week, we’re so excited to feature our very first parent, Debra Lindsey. 🖤❤️ She shares her family’s journey to William Carey, how she’s stayed involved, and why parent connection matters so much.

We’re so thankful for the families who walk this journey with us—because at Carey, you’re always part of the family!

05/15/2026

Thinking about earning your MBA?

Join us for the William Carey University School of Business MBA Open House.

📅 June 11
⏰ 4:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 William Carey University School of Business

Meet faculty, current MBA students, and alums , explore the program, ask questions, and discover how an MBA from Carey can help position you for greater leadership and career opportunities.