Parent and Family Orientation
We are delighted to welcome your student to campus for First Bite Orientation. First Bite Orientation is mandatory for all incoming first-year students.
Virtual Summer Sessions 2026
We are pleased to announce the following sessions for parents and families if you still have questions or want to hear more from our campus partners! If you’re interested in any or all, please RSVP here so we can provide you with the Zoom links (they are also in your inbox)!
Preparing your Pathway: Virtual Campus Partner Panel 1 (students and parents)
Monday August 3, 4:00pm - 5:00pm EST
We’ll have representatives from key campus partners that will be part of your success crew from Day 1: Office of Accessibility Services, Technology, Advising, Tutoring, and Dining and Financial Services.
Getting your Sea Legs: Virtual Campus Partner Panel 2 (students and parents)
Wednesday August 12, 5:00pm -6:00pm EST
Let’s talk about Wellness, Belonging, and the New LLC at Simmons! Our partners in the Health and Counseling Centers, Student Engagement, and Residential Life will be on hand to talk about their areas and we’ll have plenty of time for questions.
Testing the Waters: Tips to Help Your Student Transition this Fall (parents only)
Monday, August 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm EST
We’ve got all of the Best Practice information in one place for you to prepare for your students’ transition to Simmons in the Fall. This conversation features Dean of Students and VP for Student Engagement Rae-Anne Butera as well as the Asst. Dean of Student Leadership, Christy Lusiak.
September Orientation
First-Bite Orientation for students will be held Saturday 8/29 - Tuesday, September 2, 2026. Parents and Families of all new and transfer students are invited to attend the University Welcome at 4pm on 8/29, which will be followed by a family BBQ at 5:30pm before your departure. More information will follow on August 1, 2026.
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