Family Orientation & Move-in Day 2026

We are excited to welcome you and your student to Â鶹ԭ´´â€™s Class of 2030!

a new student dances down the the welcome line and a student and her family gather on the mounds

This day marks the beginning of your student’s journey and is designed to help you feel informed, supported, and connected as your family transitions into the Â鶹ԭ´´ community.

 

new students walk under an arm bridge

This day is both a celebration and an opportunity to learn more about the people, resources, and experiences that will shape your student’s time at Â鶹ԭ´´.

It also kicks off the week-long New Student Orientation for new students.

 

a student and father hug

Helpful Information & Resources

Get more information about Family Orientation & Move-in Day and other important Â鶹ԭ´´ resources.

a family poses under the outdoor classroom pergola

If you are traveling to campus, we recommend:

Helpful resources:

More detailed travel guidance will be shared throughout the summer.

students stand in a large group on the mounds during an orientation event

Following Move-in Day, students will participate in New Student Orientation (NSO), a required program designed to help them build community and prepare for academic and campus life.

Orientation programming typically includes:

  • Academic advising and course preparation
  • Introductions to campus resources and support services
  • Social and community-building activities
  • Orientation Adventures to explore the campus and the surrounding area

Orientation is an important part of helping students feel confident, connected, and ready for the semester ahead.

Students will receive their housing assignment and detailed move-in instructions in advance of arrival.

students and parents walk on the pitzer dorm outside walkways while moving into the dorms

Move-in will include:

  • A designated check-in location on campus
  • Assigned arrival windows to help manage traffic and flow
  • Support from orientation staff and student volunteers throughout the process
  • Additional details, including check-in location, arrival times, and parking information, will
    be shared later this summer

Helpful Resources: 

Your new student will have a variety of important tasks to complete leading up to and during New Student Orientation. Get insight on task due dates, campus contacts, and other practical information:

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Questions?

Office of Alumni & Family Engagement