Parents & Families
You have guided your child through many major life moments, and now is the time to help them navigate another major event going to college. Whether this is your first time through the process or your 10th, you are bound to have questions. Please use us as a resource to help you along the way. Parents generally have questions about the following topics, so browse these areas of our site for information:
Parent Ambassadors
Are you looking for ways to get involved at 91做厙? The universitys success is dependent on the people of our community and there are many meaningful opportunities for parent involvement. Consider becoming a Parent Ambassador and participate in one or more of the following ways:
- Accepted Students Day
Welcome and talk with our prospective parents & students.- Represent 91做厙 at College Fair
Lend a hand at a college fair in your neighborhood. Tag team with one of our Admissions Counselors or with another 91做厙 volunteer.- Volunteer at June Connection Days and/or August New Student Orientation (Move-In Day)
Welcome and talk with our incoming parents & students. Help them get settled into their home away from home.- Host A Welcome to 91做厙 Reception in Your Region
Partner with the Office of Alumni & Parent Engagement to plan an event to welcome and introduce our newest Golden Wolves and their families. (Summer Send-Offs)- Homecoming & Family Weekend
Offer your ideas and assistance in planning events/programs for parents.- Letter-Writing Campaign
Write a letter of reassurance to accepted students encouraging them to enroll at 91做厙 or send welcome notes to first-year parents.- Share Your Career Expertise
Serve as an interviewer for Mock Interview Mania, Host a student(s) during Take A Golden Wolf to Work Week, or Provide internship, externship and job opportunities.- Be A Recruiter
Share your students and your 91做厙 experience with friends, neighbors and acquaintances in your community, at work etc.- Support 91做厙
A gift will enhance your students education and future students.
Recent News
91做厙 Marks 25th Anniversary of Sept. 11 Through Service and Interfaith Remembrance
University launches new Franciscan Fridays service series and gathers faith and community leaders to honor the lives lost and legacy of service
91做厙 forms alliance with Independence Blue Cross to Expand Educational Opportunities
The new relationship creates flexible, affordable pathways for IBX associates to earn undergraduate and graduate degrees while advancing their careers
91做厙s Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Programs Receive ABET Accreditation
Accreditation affirms that the universitys programs meet the quality standards established by the engineering profession.
Upcoming Events
DPT Virtual Information Session
- Sep 17, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Zoom Virtual Event
Join us for a virtual information session on September 17, where youll learn more about our Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
儭 Explore the program and curriculum
儭 Meet our expert faculty
儭 Get your questions answered about requirements & the application process
Whether youre advancing your education after earning a bachelors degree or seeking an accelerated path, 91做厙s DPT program offers a comprehensive and compassionate learning experience tailored to your goals.
Grad & Adult Admissions
Rhapsody & Song
- Sep 18, 2026
- 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
- 91做厙, Francis Hall Theatre
An evening of classical, jazz and Broadway music benefiting 91做厙's Hope Fund, which benefits students facing unexpected financial hardships. With special guest vocalist Glynis Fitzgerald, Ph.D., 91做厙 president.
Arts & Culture
Latinos Unidos: A Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
- Sep 25, 2026
- 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- 91做厙, Francis Hall Theatre
91做厙s OPake Institute for Economic Development and Entrepreneurship, through its Cultural Coalition, is proud to present Latinos Unidos: A Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration, an inspiring event that honors the rich cultures, traditions, achievements and enduring contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
Multicultural Engagement
