After students receive their acceptance letter and make the decision to come to South Mountain, Sendoffs mark the first leg of their Lehigh experience. Alumni and parents nationwide host incoming students and families to welcome them and introduce them to the strong alumni network.

The new students and their families take this valuable opportunity to connect with alumni, parents, and current students. They learn about the history of Lehigh and its traditions and kickstart their next four years. This year, over 900 incoming students, alumni, and families participated in Sendoffs. Here are a few of the highlights.

Check out the full gallery from this season of Sendoffs!

Students standing in front of green foliage while smiling and holding a brown Lehigh flag.

In This Image: Incoming class of 2028 in Austin, TX

Students standing in front of a white pergola while smiling and holding a brown Lehigh flag.

In This Image: Incoming class of 2028 in Connecticut Valley

Students standing in the home of an alumni while smiling together.

In This Image: Incoming class of 2028 in Denver, CO

Students standing in front of green foliage while smiling and holding a brown Lehigh flag.

In This Image: Incoming class of 2028 in Long Island, NY

Students standing while smiling and holding a brown Lehigh flag.

In This Image: Incoming class of 2028 in Bethlehem, PA

Students posed together in the home of an alumni while smiling and holding a brown Lehigh flag.

In This Image: Incoming class of 2028 in New York, NY

Students standing in front of green foliage while smiling and holding a brown Lehigh flag.

In This Image: Incoming class of 2028 in Philadelphia, PA

Students and an alumni lounging in a living room and chatting.

In This Image: Incoming class of 2028 in San Diego, CA

Students gather inside for a photo while holding a brown Lehigh University flag.

In This Image: Incoming class of 2028 in Westchester County, NY

Family and Founder's Weekend

One weekend brings endless opportunities to connect! Registration closes September 10!