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Family Engagement

We greatly value our partnerships with parents and families. Together, we support student endeavors, encourage independence, and help students connect with vital campus resources—people, programs, and opportunities—so they can thrive at Tufts and beyond.

A Message from the Dean of Students

Camille Lizarribar

Dear Parents and Families,

The college experience is a major transition for your entire family. We look forward to partnering with you from the time your student arrives on campus to the day they graduate—and through all the milestones that happen in between.

Read the Full Message

Parents and Family Weekend: Oct. 13 and 14

We hope to see you this fall for faculty lectures, student performances, special exhibitions, panel discussions, Bingo Bonanza, and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts (SMFA) Sidewalk Sale. View the full schedule and register.

family walking together on Tufts campus

Plan Ahead for Break Periods

Tufts operations and services are adjusted during fall, winter and spring breaks, and summer session. Visit the Seasonal Housing and Break Operations page for dates and details to help plan ahead. 

Jumbo in summer

Visiting Campus

Everything you need to know to plan your trip to campus: tours, transportation, parking, hotels, dining, and more.

parent and student walking on Tufts campus

Celebrate and Support Your Student

Resources for Parents and Families

Student support, financial services, mailing and shipping, and more.

Presidential Inauguration 2023: Sept. 30 - Oct. 7

View Inauguration Week activities, including the installation of Sunil Kumar as the 14th president of Tufts University on Friday, October 6.

Commencement

Celebrate the milestone you’ve been waiting for.

Parent Giving Program

Support your student and their classmates.