Information for Families
Information for Families
Welcome, Tiger Families!
We are so excited for you to join the Tiger family! Whether your student is just starting their college experience or is transferring to RIT, we know this is a big transition for your family. We at RIT know the important role parents and family members play in their student's life. You will be a major support to your student -- not just during their transition to RIT, but throughout their entire college experience.
The transition to college—or a new college after transferring—can be overwhelming and your student will need your support. Reminders and assistance from you will be helpful as your student begins to navigate campus on their own.
The Parent and Family Programs office is here to support you during this transition and beyond. Please connect with our resources and reach out with any questions along the way.
Make sure that you receive the most up-to-date information delivered directly to your inbox, by asking your student to verify your email address at rit.edu/studentcontact.
Parents and families are welcomed and encouraged to join their student on campus during Welcome Days on Sunday, Aug. 20 and Monday, Aug. 21. Students living in RIT Housing will select their Move-In Day/Welcome Day in July. Welcome Day highlights include first-year residential move-in, Orientation check-in, campus resource fair, informational presentations by campus leaders, Welcome to RIT presentation, and social programming for students and families. All events on Welcome Days are for students and family members.
With so much to think about this summer, it will be easy to forget to talk to your student about the everyday skills they will need at college. Staff, students, and other new parents gathered for Parent Bootcamps on Thursday, June 27, and Tuesday, July 9 for tips on how to prepare your student for real-life tasks such as laundry, basic cooking skills, getting a campus job, and more. If you missed these sessions, check out the webinar recordings and reach out to our office if you have any questions.
If you missed a "What to Expect" webinar but still want to learn more about move-in, Welcome Days, and Orientation, you can view the recorded sessions and contact our team with any additional questions.
We look forward to welcoming you and your student to campus on Sunday, Aug. 18, or Monday, Aug. 19. Students living in RIT Housing will select their Move-In and Welcome Day in mid-July and students who plan to commute are welcome to attend either Welcome Day.
View the Family Schedule for Welcome Days
Our text alert system will communicate important announcements regarding inclement weather emergencies on Move-In and Welcome Days. Text RITORI to 888777 to receive important information and alerts.