Fall 2025 Hoya Family Orientation Schedule

In-Person Hoya Family Orientation Events

Thursday, August 21st, 2025

Time	Event	Location
Assigned Times	Residence Hall Move-In	Assigned Locations
12 pm – 2 pm	President’s Move-In Lunch	Leo J. O’Donovan Dining Hall

Friday, August 22nd, 2025

Time	Event	Location
Assigned Times	Residence Hall Move-In	Assigned Locations
10 am – 3 pm	Student Health Center Open House for Families & Supporters	Student Health Center
12 pm – 2 pm	President’s Move-In Lunch	Leo J. O’Donovan Dining Hall
	Deans’ Receptions for Parents and Family Members	Various Locations
3 – 4 pm	College of Arts & Sciences Move-In Break for Parents and Families Parents and families are invited to stop by for light refreshments and conversation with other new College of Arts & Sciences families. The Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, and our team of Peer Advisors and Advising Deans look forward to greeting you!	Dahlgren Quad Rain site: HFSC Great Room
3 – 4 pm	School of Foreign Service Academic Dean’s Reception for Parents and Families The School of Foreign Service invites parents and family members to drop by for refreshments and conversation with members of the SFS Undergraduate Program Office, Advising Deans, Peer Advisors , and other new SFS families.	ICC Galleria
3 – 4 pm	McDonough School of Business Academic Dean’s Reception for Parents and Families Parents and family members of McDonough School of Business students are invited to drop by for light refreshments and to meet members of the McDonough School of Business Undergraduate Program Team, as well as McDonough Faculty members and student Peer Ambassadors.	Fisher Colloquium
3 – 4 pm	School of Health Move-In Break for Parents and Families New School of Health family members are welcome to drop by for refreshments and to meet SOH faculty, advising staff, and peer advisors.	Rachel L. Bunnie Mellon Park
3 – 4 pm	Berkley School of Nursing Move-In Break for Parents and Families School of Nursing students and family members are welcome to drop by for refreshments and to meet SON faculty and staff.	St. Mary’s Lobby
5:30 – 7 pm	Religious Services	Various Locations
5:30 – 6 pm	Liturgy of the Word and Blessing of Students & Families	Dahlgren Chapel
7 – 8:00 pm	Student Affairs Family Welcome Panel and Reception	Dahlgren Quad

Saturday, August 23rd, 2025

Time	Event	Location
10 – 11 am	New Student Convocation Ceremony	Copley Lawn
11:30 am – 12:30 pm	Goodbye Lunch for New Students and Families	Leavey Hotel Corridor & HFSC Great Room

Virtual Hoya Family Orientation

Monday, August 18th, 2025 on Zoom

Time	Event
3 — 3:50 pm ET	Hoya Family Orientation Welcome Session
4 — 4:50 pm ET	Deans’ Welcome Sessions for Parents and Families
5 — 5:30 pm ET	Rotating Interest Sessions
5:45 — 6:15 pm ET	Rotating Interest Sessions
6:30 — 7 pm ET	Rotating Interest Sessions

HFO Virtual Help Desk

During HFO, a virtual help desk will be available to parents and families. The Orientation staff will be available to assist with questions or concerns, and can help direct you to session. The Help Desk link will be made available on August 18th, 2025, and it will be open from 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm Eastern Time.

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Hoya Family Orientation Welcome Session

During this session, leaders from the Division of Student Affairs, alongside the Orientation staff, will welcome you to Georgetown to provide an overview and what to expect for the beginning of your student’s journey on the Hilltop.

Click here for the recording.

Unfortunately, due to technical difficulties, we were unable to retrieve the second half of this recording. The second half of the recording featured remarks from Dr. Kathryn Castle, the Associate Vice President for Student Health and Well-Being, along with a message from Director of Orientation, Transition, and Family Engagement, Ana Gutierrez-Perez regarding what to expect from the NSO program.

Feel free to review the New Student Orientation Schedule.

Deans’ Welcome Sessions for Parents and Families

Georgetown College of Arts & Sciences Welcome Session for Parents and Families
Parents and Families are invited to attend a welcome session to learn more about the Georgetown University College of Arts & Sciences and how to support your new College of Arts & Sciences student.

Recording available soon.

School of Foreign Service Welcome Session for Parents and Families
Parents and families of new School of Foreign Service students are invited to a virtual welcome session to learn about the undergraduate BSFS program from Dean Joel Hellman, Dean Mitch Kaneda, SFS faculty, an SFS Peer Advisor, the students.

Recording available soon.

McDonough School of Business Deans’ Welcome Session for Parents and Families
Parents and families of new McDonough School of Business students are invited to a virtual welcome session to hear about the McDonough Undergraduate Programs from Dean Paul Almeida, Senior Associate Dean Patricia Grant, and McDonough Faculty and staff members. There will be an opportunity for participants to ask questions of the panel.

Click here for the recording.

Berkley School of Nursing Dean’s Welcome Session for Parents and Families
New SON parents and families are invited to our virtual welcome session hosted by Dean Roberta Waite along with SON faculty and Academic Affairs staff.

Recording available soon.

School of Health Dean’s Welcome Session for Parents and Families
New SOH parents and families are invited to our virtual welcome session hosted by Dean Christopher King along with SOH faculty, Academic Affairs staff and peer advisors. You will learn more about the SOH undergraduate program and how to best support your student.

Recording available soon.

Hoya Family Orientation Interest Sessions

Hoya Family Orientation interest sessions are designed to cover a variety of important topics regarding student life at Georgetown University. Interest sessions are divided into three 30-minute blocks, and guardians and families are encouraged to attend the sessions most important to them. Sessions cover a wide range of topics, including campus ministries, student conduct and safety, and many more. Please scroll down to see the full list of interest sessions, including session titles, descriptions, and Zoom links.

Block 1 (5 pm – 5:30 pm)

Session Title	Description	Zoom Link
#HoyasForOthers: Engaging DC and Beyond through Social Justice	Join the Center for Social Justice for a conversation on how students get engaged beyond the Hilltop, across the country and around the world, engaging the University’s mission for the common good and social justice. Learn about immersion, community-engaged learning and research, weekly tutoring and mentoring commitments, dozens of student organizations and more.	Click here for the recording.
Living on Campus at Georgetown	Join us to learn about on campus housing at Georgetown University. During this session, participants will be provided an overview of all the services provided by the team in Residential Living including important dates for the 2025-26 academic year.	Click here for the recording.
Here to Hear You: Meet the Ombuds for Students	In this session you will learn how the Ombuds can be an important resource for your student when they need help navigating university resources or if they need a confidential and impartial person to talk to about any university related concerns.	Recording available soon.
Supporting Your Student’s Mental Health and Wellness	This session will provide insight into the resources available through CAPS for students and share ways that parents can encourage their students to seek services if needed.	Recording available soon.
Coffee with the ARC Director	Meet casually with Dr. Joseph P. Fisher, Executive Director of the Academic Resource Center. Joe will offer an overview of the ARC’s resources and can answer general questions about how the office works with students. Coffee not required, but definitely welcomed.	Recording available soon.
Introduction to Undergraduate Career Services	Meet members of the Cawley Career Education Center and learn about the resources available to Georgetown University students.	Recording available soon.
ESCAPE First Year Retreat Program	ESCAPE is Georgetown’s First-Year Retreat Program which has been a beloved Hoya tradition since 1990. Join this session to learn all about how your student has the opportunity to build community, reflect, and have tons of fun on this 27-hour retreat experience!	Recording available soon.
GUPD Organization and Resources	GUPD Sgt. Gette will provide information on the department and also include information on resources. There will be a time for Q&A after the presentation.	Recording available soon.
Coaching with Care: Supporting Student Accountability and Growth	This session offers families insight into Georgetown’s student conduct process and how to support their student through moments of challenge with care, accountability, and growth in mind. Learn how to coach your student through tough decisions while reinforcing values of responsibility and integrity.	Recording available soon.
Introduction to the Student Health Center	We will provide parental info on student health services, timing, access/locations and coverage.	Click here for the recording.
Sustainability at Georgetown	Curious about the sustainability initiatives happening at Georgetown? Join us during our session to learn more about sustainable action and operations. Georgetown University prioritizes the care for our common home by integrating the spirit of Laudato Si’ into our work and ways of being. The university is committed to taking the necessary actions to mitigate its impact on the planet. Through our efforts to enhance the sustainable operation of our built environment systems and business processes, cultivate conversations that foster community education and wellness, and take intentional actions to reduce our harm to the planet, we are advancing toward a more sustainable future.	Click here for the recording.
Dining and Auxiliary Services at GU	Join us for a brief session introducing Georgetown’s Auxiliary Services and Dining, where you’ll learn how we support campus life through dining plans, retail partnerships, and essential student services. We’ll highlight key services, answer your questions, and help you feel confident navigating campus resources.	Recording available soon.

Block 2 (5:45 pm – 6:15 pm)

Session Title	Description	Zoom Link
#HoyasForOthers: Engaging DC and Beyond through Social Justice	Join the Center for Social Justice for a conversation on how students get engaged beyond the Hilltop, across the country and around the world, engaging the University’s mission for the common good and social justice. Learn about immersion, community-engaged learning and research, weekly tutoring and mentoring commitments, dozens of student organizations and more.	Click here for the recording.
Living on Campus at Georgetown	Join us to learn about on campus housing at Georgetown University. During this session, participants will be provided an overview of all the services provided by the team in Residential Living including important dates for the 2025-26 academic year.	Click here for the recording.
Here to Hear You: Meet the Ombuds for Students	In this session you will learn how the Ombuds can be an important resource for your student when they need help navigating university resources or if they need a confidential and impartial person to talk to about any university related concerns.	Recording available soon.
Introduction to Undergraduate Career Services	Meet members of the Cawley Career Education Center and learn about the resources available to Georgetown University students.	Recording available soon.
How to Get Involved in Student Life and Programs on the Hilltop	This session will cover how students can get involved in extracurricular activities during their first few weeks at Georgetown.	Recording available soon.
Catholic Life at Georgetown	Catholic Ministry focuses its mission on encouraging members of the Catholic community to grow in relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Join Catholic Ministry staff to find out more about our spiritual, liturgical, educational, and social activities for students, including retreats, choirs, OCIA Confirmation, social justice programs, and much more.	Recording available soon.
Dharmic Life at Georgetown	Dharmic Life accompanies students with roots or interest in Buddhist, Hindu (Vaiṣṇava, Śaiva, Sākta, Smārta, Sanātana/Hinduism as well as Yoga and other non-theist Dharmas), Sikh, and Jain traditions. Meet the new director for Dharmic Life, Brahmacharini Shweta Chaitanya, to find out more about the spiritual and social activities for students, including retreats, discussion groups, meditation & yoga sessions, weekly gatherings and much more.	Click here for the recording.
Muslim Life at Georgetown	Muslim Life is focused on providing educational opportunities and spiritual support for the Muslim campus community including but not limited to Friday Jum’ah services, Qiyam al-Layl, Iftars, weekly halaqah and Qur’an study, and off-campus retreats. Join Imam Yahya Hendi to find out more about Muslim Life at Georgetown.	Recording available soon.
Introduction to the Student Health Center	We will provide parental info on student health services, timing, access/locations and coverage.	Click here for the recording.
GUPD Organization and Resources	GUPD Sgt. Gette will provide information on the department and also include information on resources. There will be a time for Q&A after the presentation.	Recording available soon.
Coffee with the ARC Director	Meet casually with Dr. Joseph P. Fisher, Executive Director of the Academic Resource Center. Joe will offer an overview of the ARC’s resources and can answer general questions about how the office works with students. Coffee not required, but definitely welcomed.	Recording available soon.
ESCAPE First-Year Retreat Program	ESCAPE is Georgetown’s First-Year Retreat Program which has been a beloved Hoya tradition since 1990. Join this session to learn all about how your student has the opportunity to build community, reflect, and have tons of fun on this 27-hour retreat experience!	Recording available soon.
Sustainability at Georgetown	Curious about the sustainability initiatives happening at Georgetown? Join us during our session to learn more about sustainable action and operations. Georgetown University prioritizes the care for our common home by integrating the spirit of Laudato Si’ into our work and ways of being. The university is committed to taking the necessary actions to mitigate its impact on the planet. Through our efforts to enhance the sustainable operation of our built environment systems and business processes, cultivate conversations that foster community education and wellness, and take intentional actions to reduce our harm to the planet, we are advancing toward a more sustainable future.	Click here for the recording.

Block 3 (6:30 pm – 7 pm)

Session Title	Description	Zoom Link
HoyasForOthers: Engaging DC and Beyond through Social Justice	Join the Center for Social Justice for a conversation on how students get engaged beyond the Hilltop, across the country and around the world, engaging the University’s mission for the common good and social justice. Learn about immersion, community-engaged learning and research, weekly tutoring and mentoring commitments, dozens of student organizations and more.	Click here for the recording.
Here to Hear You: Meet the Ombuds for Students	In this session you will learn how the Ombuds can be an important resource for your student when they need help navigating university resources or if they need a confidential and impartial person to talk to about any university related concerns.	Recording available soon.
Jewish Life at Georgetown	Jewish Life at Georgetown fosters a robust and diverse Jewish community on campus. Our weekly Shabbat program is the spiritual heartbeat of our community. Meet Rabbi Ilana Zietman, the new director for Jewish Life, and Deborah Silver, associate director for Jewish Life to find out more about religious services, cultural programming, informal Jewish education, and service projects.	Recording available soon.
Protestant Christian Ministry at Georgetown	Protestant Christian Life, along with its affiliated and associated ministries services a diverse Christian community, honoring the religious traditions of its members while affirming their oneness in Christ. Join Rev. Ebony Grisom and Rev. TauVaughn Toney to find out more about Sunday worship on campus, bible studies, prayer groups, fellowship groups, service projects and retreats.	Recording available soon.
Orthodox Christian Life at Georgetown	Orthodox Christian Life serves students of all Eastern Orthodox backgrounds. As liturgical life is central to the Church, weekly vespers services and divine liturgy are offered along with other chaplaincy events including discussion groups, social events, retreats and charity work. Join Father David Pratt to learn more about Orthodox Christian Life at Georgetown.	Recording available soon.
How to Get Involved in Student Life and Programs on the Hilltop	This session will cover how students can get involved in extracurricular activities during their first few weeks at Georgetown.	Recording available soon.
GUPD Organization and Resources	GUPD Sgt. Gette will provide information on the department and also include information on resources. There will be a time for Q&A after the presentation.	Recording available soon.
Ten Ways the Library Can Help Hoyas Succeed	Georgetown University Library is a vital partner in students’ academic life. Learn how our unparalleled library collections, expert guidance, innovative spaces, and skills-based workshops help foster student success.	Click here for the recording.
Introduction to the Student Health Center	We will provide parental info on student health services, timing, access/locations and coverage.	Click here for the recording.
Sustainability at Georgetown	Curious about the sustainability initiatives happening at Georgetown? Join us during our session to learn more about sustainable action and operations. Georgetown University prioritizes the care for our common home by integrating the spirit of Laudato Si’ into our work and ways of being. The university is committed to taking the necessary actions to mitigate its impact on the planet. Through our efforts to enhance the sustainable operation of our built environment systems and business processes, cultivate conversations that foster community education and wellness, and take intentional actions to reduce our harm to the planet, we are advancing toward a more sustainable future.	Click here for the recording.