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Undergraduate Orientation

Orientation for Parents and Families

Welcome to the Tufts community! On your student's move-in day, there will be optional programs for parents and families. 

Following is an outline of programming on move-in days. We look forward to welcoming you and your student to campus later this summer!

Programming for Parents and Families

Programming for parents and families will be offered during Pre-Orientation arrival/move-in on Friday, August 23 and Orientation arrival/move-in on Wednesday, August 28 from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Participation is optional, but parents and families coming for their student's arrival/move-in day are encouraged to attend. Programming is the same on both move-in dates. 

During move in days, Tufts dining centers Dewick Mac-Phie and Fresh at Carmichael will be open for breakfast and lunch. You are welcome to accompany your student and experience Tufts dining!

PLEASE RSVP: While it is not necessary to register in advance for programming on your student's move in day or the Matriculation Ceremony, we hope you will take a few minutes to fill our a brief survey to let us know which programs you plan on attending. ​
RSVP to Parents and Families Orientation Programming

Friday, August 23, 2024

Highlights

  • 3:30-4:30 p.m. After the Drop Off (Cohen Auditorium): A panel conversation with Dean of Students Camille Lizarríbar and the Student Life team. They'Il discuss the transition to college, how to support your student while encouraging their independence, and campus resources available for students throughout their journey at Tufts.
     

  • 4:30-5:30 p.m. Jumbo Reception (Joyce Cummings Center and Science and Engineering Complex): After a busy day of moving your student into their residence, join us for an end-of-day reception. Meet the deans and advising deans for your student's academic program, members of the Student Life team and campus partners, and connect with other parents (light refreshments served).

    (Note: Individual Pre-O Programs will be in touch with your student with the program schedule for move in day, including the start time.)

Full August 23 Family Schedule

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Highlights

  • 3:30-4:30 p.m. After the Drop Off (Cohen Auditorium): A panel conversation with Dean of Students Camille Lizarríbar and the Student Life team. They'll discuss the transition to college, how to support your student while encouraging their independence, and campus resources available for students throughout their journey at Tufts.
     
  • 4:30-5:30 p.m. Jumbo Reception (Joyce Cummings Center and Science and Engineering Complex): After a busy day of moving your student into their residence hall, join us for an end-of-day reception. Meet the deans and advising deans for your student's academic program, members of the Student Life team and campus partners, and connect with other parents (light refreshments served).

    (Note: Orientation programming begins at 3:30 p.m. for all students. Your student will receive the complete 2024 Orientation schedule on move in day.)

Full August 28 Family Schedule

Thursday, August 29, 2024

Matriculation Schedule 

  • 9 - 10 a.m. – Coffee and refreshments for parents and families (Dowling Hall lobby)
  • 10 - 11:30 a.m. – Matriculation Ceremony (the official welcoming of new students). Parents and families are welcome to attend the ceremony; it will also be livestreamed.* (Please note: This event takes place outside, on the academic quad. In the event of inclement weather, the indoor location accommodates students only; there will be additional indoor spaces where parents and families who are on campus can watch the livestream.)
  • 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. – Following Matriculation, students continue their orientation. Parents and families, please stop by Dowling Hall lobby for a Jumbo Farewell treat.
    * The link to watch the livestream is available on the Orientation Programs and Communications web page. 
     

NOTE: If you would like to view the ceremony indoors or watch the livestream with captioning, Barnum Hall LL08 (near the Jumbo statue) will be open for parents and families who attend in person. 

Health & Wellness Consultations

On move-in days, our Health and Wellness medical and mental health staff have set aside times for students or parents to speak with them about any individual concerns they may have for the upcoming year. These 15 minute consultations are available on a first come, first served basis.

August 23, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

  • Health Service/Medical Consultations at Health Service, 124 Professors Row, Medford
  • Counseling and Mental Health Consultations at CMHS, 120 Curtis Street, Somerville

August 28, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

  • Health Service/Medical Consultations at Health Service, 124 Professors Row, Medford
  • Counseling and Mental Health Consultations at CMHS, 120 Curtis Street, Somerville

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