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Summer Experience Programs

Salisbury University is pleased to offer opportunities for students to connect with their peers and engage with our community prior to the start of their first semester. For more information about each program, please see the links below:


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Algonquin Canoe Logo

Algonquin Canoe

Algonquin Canoe is a study abroad new student experience where nature teaches you lessons you could never learn in a classroom.

  • Dates: August 11 - 23

Learn More about Algonquin Canoe

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Student on Bikes

Bike, Beach & Beyond

Explore Salisbury on short bike rides, complete a service project enjoy a day at the beach through an on-campus transition experience – all with your peers.

  • Dates: July 14 - 18

Learn More about Bike, Beach & Beyond


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DRC S.T.A.R.S Logo

DRC – S.T.A.R.S. Program (Student Transition, Access, Retention, and Success)

Embrace disability as a dimension of diversity and learn about all the services SU offers.

  • Dates: August 21 - 23

Learn More about The DRC S.T.A.R.S.


Group Photo from Powerful Connections program
Group Photo from Powerful Connections program

Powerful Connections

Forge connections with faculty, staff, and peer student mentors for success in the classroom and to develop a sense of belongingness at SU.

  • Dates: August 20 - 24

Learn More about Powerful Connections



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Secrets of Salisbury

Explore hidden treasures at SU and in the City of Salisbury by “reading” and “mentally mapping” discoveries.

  • Date: August 27

Learn More about Secrets of Salisbury