Fall 2022 Parent and Family Orientation Schedule

Virtual Parent and Family Orientation

Monday, August 15, on Zoom

Details about the interest sessions as well as Zoom links are now available below.
Time	Event
3 — 3:50 p.m. EDT	Parent and Family Orientation Welcome Session
4 — 4:50 p.m. EDT	Deans’ Welcome Sessions for Parents and Families
5 — 5:30 p.m. EDT	Rotating Interest Sessions
5:45 — 6:15 p.m. EDT	Rotating Interest Sessions
6:30 — 7 p.m. EDT	Rotating Interest Sessions

PFO Virtual Help Desk

During PFO, 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 15, and it will be open from 2:00pm-7:00pm EDT.

Click for PFO Help Desk

Parent and Family Orientation Welcome Session

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

Click here to watch the recording of this session.

Deans’ Welcome Sessions for Parents and Families

Georgetown College of Arts and Science Welcome Session for Parents and Families
Parents and families are invited to attend a welcome session to learn more about Georgetown College of Arts and Sciences and how to support your new College student.
Click here to watch the recording for this session.

School of Foreign Service Welcome Session for Parents and Families
Dean Joel Hellman will host a virtual welcome session for parents and families of incoming School of Foreign Service students. Please join to learn about the School of Foreign Service and the undergraduate BSFS program.
This session has now ended.

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 Program from Dean Paul Almeida, Senior Associate Dean Patricia Grant, and McDonough faculty members. There will be an opportunity for participants to ask questions of the panel.
Click here to watch the recording for this session.

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.
This session has now ended.

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 and Academic Affairs staff.
This session has now ended.

Parent and Family Orientation Interest Sessions

Parent and 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 parents 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, financial aid, and many more. Please scroll down to see the full list of interest sessions, including session titles, descriptions, and Zoom links.

Block 1 (5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.)

Session Title	Description	Zoom Link
COVID-19 Public Health Considerations at GU	Join Dr. Ranit Mishori, Chief Public Health Officer at Georgetown University, for an overview of public health measures and considerations in place for the Fall 2022 semester.	Click here to watch the recording of this session .
Engaging DC and Beyond in Social Justice	Join the Center for Social Justice for a session on how students get engaged beyond the Hilltop, across the country and around the world, and animate GU’s Jesuit mission and our tradition of #HoyasForOthers. Learn about CSJ’s Engage DC programs, Alternative Breaks, community-engaged research and teaching, philanthropy, weekly tutoring and mentoring commitments and more.	Click here to watch the recording for this session.
Student Health Center- A Guide to healthcare on campus	We will provide a presentation about student health care on campus and what services we provide, where we are located, and what to expect	This session has now ended.
Living on Campus at Georgetown	Join the Directors in Residential Living as we discuss what our teams do in supporting on campus residents and the many tips and tricks about being success in our residential communities.	Click here to watch the recording for this session.
An Introduction to Career Development & Services at Georgetown	The Cawley Career Education Center provides career services designed to help your student through every step of the career development process. In this session, you will meet members of the career center and learn about our specialized services including career counseling, industry advising, pre-law consultations, on-campus interviewing with employers, internship and job postings, alumni networking events, and more.	This session has now ended.
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.	This session has now ended.
Where to Find Info About Financial Aid	This presentation will demystify the financial aid process at Georgetown University and show you where critical information may be found on our websites.	This session has now ended.
Student Conduct Community Standards	Parents and family will be provided information about the Code of Student Conduct as it relates to students’ non-academic rights and responsibilities, both on and off campus, as members of the Georgetown University community.	Click here to watch the recording of this session.
The Student Ombuds: Where To Go When You Don’t Know Where To Go	In this session, the Ombuds for undergraduate and graduate students will explain how students can use the Office of the Student Ombuds (OSO) to bring up any University-related issues or concerns they may have. The Ombuds can also help students navigate resources at Georgetown and explore how to resolve conflicts or challenges that arise.	This session has now ended.
Club Sports and Outdoor Education – Engagement Opportunities	The Center for Student Engagement facilitates many opportunities for GU students to get involved on campus – stop by to learn about Club Sports and Outdoor Education.	This session has now ended.
Ten Ways the Library Can Help Hoyas Succeed	Georgetown University Library is a vital partner in students’ success—with information Hoyas need today and experiences that will change them forever. Learn how our unparalleled library collections, expert guidance, innovative spaces and skills-based workshops help foster student success.	Click here to watch a video about Library resources.
The Office of Student Equity & Inclusion Orientation	Join the Office of Student Equity & Inclusion –The Center for Multicultural Equity & Access, The Women’s Center and The LGBTQ Resource Center as we give an overview of what our programs offer! Stick around for our Q&A session.	Click here to watch the recording of this session.

Block 2 (5:45 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.)

Session Title	Description	Zoom Link
Engaging DC and Beyond in Social Justice	Join the Center for Social Justice for a session on how students get engaged beyond the Hilltop, across the country and around the world, and animate GU’s Jesuit mission and our tradition of #HoyasForOthers. Learn about CSJ’s Engage DC programs, Alternative Breaks, community-engaged research and teaching, philanthropy, weekly tutoring and mentoring commitments and more.	Click here to watch the recording for this session.
Dharmic Life at Georgetown	Dharmic Life accompanies students with roots or interest in Hindu (Vaiṣṇava, Śaiva, Sākta, Smārta, Sanātana/Hinduism as well as Yoga and other non-theist Dharmas), Buddhist, Sikh, and Jain traditions, and First Peoples’ Dharmas. Join Dr. Sharan to find out more about the spiritual and social activities for students, including retreats, discussion groups, meditation & yoga sessions, weekly gatherings and much more.	This session has now ended.
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 halavah and Qur’an study, and off-campus retreats. Join Imam Yahya Hendi to find out more about Muslim Life at Georgetown.	This session has now ended.
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 Fr. Greg Schenden, SJ and Catholic Ministry staff to find out more about our spiritual, liturgical, educational, and social activities for students, including retreats, choirs, RCIA Confirmation, social justice programs, and much more.	This session has now ended.
Student Health Center- A Guide to healthcare on campus	We will provide a presentation about student health care on campus and what services we provide, where we are located, and what to expect	This session has now ended.
Living on Campus at Georgetown	Join the Directors in Residential Living as we discuss what our teams do in supporting on campus residents and the many tips and tricks about being success in our residential communities.	Click here to watch the recording for this session.
An Introduction to Career Development & Services at Georgetown	The Cawley Career Education Center provides career services designed to help your student through every step of the career development process. In this session, you will meet members of the career center and learn about our specialized services including career counseling, industry advising, pre-law consultations, on-campus interviewing with employers, internship and job postings, alumni networking events, and more.	This session has now ended.
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.	This session has now ended.
Where to Find Info About Financial Aid	This presentation will demystify the financial aid process at Georgetown University and show you where critical information may be found on our websites.	This session has now ended.
Student Conduct Community Standards	Parents and family will be provided information about the Code of Student Conduct as it relates to students’ non-academic rights and responsibilities, both on and off campus, as members of the Georgetown University community.	Click here to watch the recording of this session.
The Student Ombuds: Where To Go When You Don’t Know Where To Go	In this session, the Ombuds for undergraduate and graduate students will explain how students can use the Office of the Student Ombuds (OSO) to bring up any University-related issues or concerns they may have. The Ombuds can also help students navigate resources at Georgetown and explore how to resolve conflicts or challenges that arise.	This session has now ended.
Club Sports and Outdoor Education – Engagement Opportunities	The Center for Student Engagement facilitates many opportunities for GU students to get involved on campus – stop by to learn about Club Sports and Outdoor Education.	This session has now ended.
Be Inspired, Get Involved, Stay Engaged! Leading at a Higher Level at Georgetown	Describe the mission of the Center for Student Engagement; Discuss what guides our work; Provide examples of way students can get involved and where they can go to find groups; Demonstrate key partnerships across the University. Key takeaways would be to understand the meaning of being involved on campus, the resources we can provide, and where students can go to find new opportunities to become a leader.	This session has now ended.

Block 3 (6:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.)

Session Title	Description	Zoom Link
Engaging DC and Beyond in Social Justice	Join the Center for Social Justice for a session on how students get engaged beyond the Hilltop, across the country and around the world, and animate GU’s Jesuit mission and our tradition of #HoyasForOthers. Learn about CSJ’s Engage DC programs, Alternative Breaks, community-engaged research and teaching, philanthropy, weekly tutoring and mentoring commitments and more.	Click here to watch the recording for this session.
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 Daniel Schaefer, interim director and Deborah Silver, associate director for Jewish Life to find out more about religious services, cultural programming, informal Jewish education and service projects.	This session has now ended.
Protestant Christian Ministries at Georgetown	Protestant Christian Ministries, 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.	This session has now ended.
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 V. Rev. David Pratt to find out more about Orthodox Christian Life at Georgetown.	This session has now ended.
Where to Find Info About Financial Aid	This presentation will demystify the financial aid process at Georgetown University and show you where critical information may be found on our websites.	This session has now ended.
Student Conduct Community Standards	Parents and family will be provided information about the Code of Student Conduct as it relates to students’ non-academic rights and responsibilities, both on and off campus, as members of the Georgetown University community.	Click here to watch the recording of this session.
The Student Ombuds: Where To Go When You Don’t Know Where To Go	In this session, the Ombuds for undergraduate and graduate students will explain how students can use the Office of the Student Ombuds (OSO) to bring up any University-related issues or concerns they may have. The Ombuds can also help students navigate resources at Georgetown and explore how to resolve conflicts or challenges that arise.	This session has now ended.
Be Inspired, Get Involved, Stay Engaged! Leading at a Higher Level at Georgetown	Describe the mission of the Center for Student Engagement; Discuss what guides our work; Provide examples of way students can get involved and where they can go to find groups; Demonstrate key partnerships across the University. Key takeaways would be to understand the meaning of being involved on campus, the resources we can provide, and where students can go to find new opportunities to become a leader.	This session has now ended.
Let them go…to Georgetown	This session focuses on understanding your student’s changing needs as they transition to college and one of the resources, Counseling & Psychiatric Services, that is available to them during their tenure at Georgetown.	Click here to watch the recording for this session.

In-Person Parent and Family Orientation

Thursday, August 18

Time	Event	Location
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.	Residence Hall Move-In	Assigned Locations
12 p.m. – 2 p.m.	President’s Move-In Lunch	Healy Lawn Tent

Friday, August 19

Time	Event	Location
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.	Residence Hall Move-In	Assigned Locations
12 p.m. – 2 p.m.	President’s Move-In Lunch	Healy Lawn Tent
	Deans’ Receptions for Parents and Family Members	Various Locations
3 – 4 p.m.	Georgetown College of Arts and Sciences Move-In Break for Families	South West Quad Tent
3 – 4 p.m.	School of Foreign Service Deans’ Reception for Parents and Family Members	Leavey Center – Esplanade
3:30 – 4:30 p.m.	McDonough School of Business Deans’ Reception for Parents and Family Members	Hariri Pavilion – Tent outside first floor
3 – 4 p.m.	School of Health and School of Nursing Joint Orientation Family Reception	St. Mary’s Black Lawn – Behind Darnall

Saturday, August 20

Time	Event	Location
10 – 11 a.m.	New Student Convocation Ceremony	Copley Lawn with Online Streaming
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.	Goodbye Lunch for New Students and Families	Healy Lawn & Red Square