Mars Hill on the Road: Meet the New President

June 3, 2026

Mars Hill on the Road is a special series of gatherings designed to introduce the 23rd president of Mars Hill University, Dr. Tracy Parkinson, to alumni, parents, prospective students and families, donors, and friends of the university across the region. These events provide an opportunity to connect personally with Dr. Parkinson, hear his vision for the future of Mars Hill, and learn more about the student-centered experience and opportunities available at the university.

Here are the communities we’ll be visiting:

• June 16* – Asheville: Stone Ridge Tavern – 5–7 p.m.
• June 19 – Winston-Salem: Winston-Salem Dash Baseball Game – Truist Stadium/Lowes Foods Landing – 5:30 pm
• July 16* – Raleigh: Casa Carbone Ristorante – 4–6 p.m.
• July 22* – Charlotte: Red Rocks Cafe (Southpark) – 5–7 p.m.
• July 23* – Columbia, SC: The Palmetto Club – 4:30–6:30 p.m.
• July 30 – Nashville, TN: Brentwood – 5–7 p.m.
• July 31* – Johnson City, TN: Southern Craft – 5–7 p.m.
• August 1 – Mars Hill: SART/The Music Man – 2:30 p.m.
• September 2 – Asheville: Asheville Tourists Game – Home Trust Park/Mountain Time Suite – 5:30 p.m.

The events marked with an asterisk (*) also will feature admissions counselors to answer questions about MHU and tell you more about how The Hill could be a great fit for you or your student.

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