Family Orientation

Growing Oranges Virtual Series for New Families
Welcome Week 2025 information
Videos from New Student and Family/Supporter Sessions in July 2025

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Staff from Parent and Family Services, New Student Programs and Housing, Meal Plan and ID Card Services discuss the new student move-in process and the logistics that help to make Welcome Week as stress-free as possible.

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This informative workshop is designed to help parents, families, and supporters better understand the realities college students face around substance use and sexual health. Together, we’ll explore the current landscape for college students in terms of substance use and sexual health, review Syracuse University’s policies and expectations, and discuss harm reduction approaches that students can use to make safer choices.

We’ll also highlight the support services and resources available at Syracuse University to promote student well-being and success.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Understand the current landscape of substance use and sexual health among college students
Become familiar with Syracuse University’s policies and expectations for students
Gain insight into harm reduction strategies that promote student safety
Learn about the campus resources available to support students

This session offers practical knowledge and reassurance for families looking to stay informed and supportive throughout their student’s college journey.

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Meet our Parent and Family Services staff and learn more about how our department can support you and your student for a successful Syracuse University experience.

Welcome Week 2025 Information

Complete Welcome Week Schedule Family and Supporter Schedule

Orientation Videos (July 2025)

These sessions were recorded during the optional New Student Orientation program offered to students and families/supporters in the College of Arts & Sciences | Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, the School of Education, the College of Engineering and Computer Science and the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications during the month of July 2025.

We thought the information may be helpful to all families/supporters as their student transitions to Syracuse University.

Opening Session and Campus Safety and Community Session (7/7/25)

Family and Supporter Health, Wellness and Support Panel (7/7/25)

Family and Supporter Syracuse Abroad Session (7/7/2025)

Academic and Career Resources (7/8/2025)

Family and Supporter Residential Living Session (7/8/2025)