Fall 2023 Parent and Family Orientation Schedule
Virtual Parent and Family Orientation
Monday, August 14, on Zoom
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 14, and it will be open from 2:00pm-7:00pm EDT.
Block 1 (5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.)
| Session Title | Description | Zoom Link |
|---|---|---|
| Engaging DC and Beyond in Social Justice | Parents and Families will be introduced to how Georgetown’s commitments to the social justice and the common good are enacted through units such as the Center for Social Justice. They will learn how their students are a significant part of living our University’s mission via service, community-engaged research, and learning, activism, advocacy, immersion, and philanthropy, and through CSJ’s values of fair trade learning, solidarity, and community. | Click here to view the recording. |
| Living on Campus at Georgetown | Most new students live on campus and this session covers the basics for understanding how to be successful in supporting your student while they live on campus and are supported the the team in Residential Living | Click here to view the recording. |
| Disability Cultural Initiative | Come and learn about the Disability Cultural Initiative, which supports and celebrates disabled students through community-building and cultural programming. | This session has now ended. |
| Office of the Student Ombuds (OSO): Where To Go When Navigating Difficult Issues | The Student Ombuds, Dr. Daniela Brancaforte, serves all of our undergraduate and graduate students on the main campus including SCS, BGE and GU-Qatar students. In this session, the Ombuds will present an overview of her role and how students can use the Ombuds office as a first-stop resource when navigating the campus and difficult situations during their time at Georgetown. | This session has now ended. |
| Georgetown Career Development: Cawley Career Education Center | Cawley Career Education Center staff will provide an overview of the center and the services available to students. | This session has now ended. |
| Evening 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. |
| Be Inspired, Get Involved, Stay Engaged! Leading at a Higher Level at Georgetown | This session will cover student engagement opportunities at Georgetown University and how students can get involved on campus. | This session has now ended. |
| 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. | View the recording here. |
| Public Health and Student Life at Georgetown | The Georgetown University Office of Public Health supports the Georgetown community in addressing infectious diseases and other important health issues. In this session, Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Ranit Mishori and members of her team will introduce themselves and talk about the ways their office works with and helps students and families. | This session has now ended. |
| Where to Find Information on 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. |
| ESCAPE First Year Retreat Program | Want to help your student build community, have access to mentorship from upper class students, and get to Georgetown’s premiere retreat center? Come to this session to hear about the ESCAPE First-Year Retreat Program! | This session has now ended. |
| GUPD Overview of Services / Campus Safety | Overview of services provided by our department and campus safety tips | This session has now ended. |
| Office of Student Conduct | During this session, you will learn about the Office of Student Conduct and our community expectations. Help us, help your students have a positive experience as Georgetown students while being safe and responsible. | Click here to view the recording. |
| Student Health Center | Learn more about services provided by Student Health | Click here to view the recording |
Block 2 (5:45 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.)
| Session Title | Description | Zoom Link |
|---|---|---|
| Engaging DC and Beyond in Social Justice | Parents and Families will be introduced to how Georgetown’s commitments to the social justice and the common good are enacted through units such as the Center for Social Justice. They will learn how their students are a significant part of living our University’s mission via service, community-engaged research and learning, activism, advocacy, immersion, and philanthropy, and through CSJ’s values of fair trade learning, solidarity, and community. | Click here to view the recording. |
| Living on Campus at Georgetown | Most new students live on campus and this session covers the basics for understanding how to be successful in supporting your student while they live on campus and are supported the the team in Residential Living | Click here to view the recording. |
| Disability Cultural Initiative | Come and learn about the Disability Cultural Initiative, which supports and celebrates disabled students through community-building and cultural programming. | This session has now ended. |
| Office of the Student Ombuds (OSO): Where To Go When Navigating Difficult Issues | The Student Ombuds, Dr. Daniela Brancaforte, serves all of our undergraduate and graduate students on the main campus including SCS, BGE and GU-Qatar students. In this session, the Ombuds will present an overview of her role and how students can use the Ombuds office as a first-stop resource when navigating the campus and difficult situations during their time at Georgetown. | This session has now ended. |
| Georgetown Career Development: Cawley Career Education Center | Cawley Career Education Center staff will provide an overview of the center and the services available to students. | This session has now ended. |
| Evening 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. |
| Be Inspired, Get Involved, Stay Engaged! Leading at a Higher Level at Georgetown | This session will cover student engagement opportunities at Georgetown University and how students can get involved on campus. | This session has now ended. |
| Evening 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. |
| 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. | 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. |
| 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. Join Dharmic Life 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. |
| Public Health and Student Life at Georgetown | The Georgetown University Office of Public Health supports the Georgetown community in addressing infectious diseases and other important health issues. In this session, Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Ranit Mishori and members of her team will introduce themselves and talk about the ways their office works with and helps students and families. | This session has now ended. |
| Where to Find Information on 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. |
| GUPD Overview of Services / Campus Safety | Overview of services provided by our department and campus safety tips | This session has now ended. |
| Office of Student Conduct | During this session, you will learn about the Office of Student Conduct and our community expectations. Help us, help your students have a positive experience as Georgetown students while being safe and responsible. | Click here to view the recording. |
| Student Health Center | Learn more about services provided by Student Health | Click here to view the recording. |
Block 3 (6:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.)
| Session Title | Description | Zoom Link |
|---|---|---|
| Engaging DC and Beyond in Social Justice | Parents and Families will be introduced to how Georgetown’s commitments to the social justice and the common good are enacted through units such as the Center for Social Justice. They will learn how their students are a significant part of living our University’s mission via service, community-engaged research and learning, activism, advocacy, immersion, and philanthropy, and through CSJ’s values of fair trade learning, solidarity, and community. | Click here to view the recording. |
| Office of the Student Ombuds (OSO): Where To Go When Navigating Difficult Issues | The Student Ombuds, Dr. Daniela Brancaforte, serves all of our undergraduate and graduate students on the main campus including SCS, BGE and GU-Qatar students. In this session, the Ombuds will present an overview of her role and how students can use the Ombuds office as a first-stop resource when navigating the campus and difficult situations during their time at Georgetown. | This session has now ended. |
| 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 Ministry at Georgetown | Protestant Christian Ministry, 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 Information on 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. |
| GUPD Overview of Services / Campus Safety | Overview of services provided by our department and campus safety tips | This session has now ended. |
| Office of Student Conduct | During this session, you will learn about the Office of Student Conduct and our community expectations. Help us, help your students have a positive experience as Georgetown students while being safe and responsible. | Click here to view the recording. |
| Student Health Center | Learn more about the services provided by the Student Health Center | Click here to view the recording |
In-Person Parent and Family Orientation Events
Thursday, August 17
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Assigned Times | Residence Hall Move-In | Assigned Locations |
| Noon – 2 p.m. | President’s Move-In Lunch | Leo J. O’Donovan Dining Hall |
Friday, August 18
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Assigned Times | Residence Hall Move-In | Assigned Locations |
| Noon – 2 p.m. | President’s Move-In Lunch | Leo J. O’Donovan Dining Hall |
Deans’ Receptions for Parents and Family Members | Various Locations | |
| 3 – 4 p.m. | College of Arts & Sciences Move-In Break for Parents and Families | Dahlgren Quad & the Healy Corridor |
| 3 – 4 p.m. | School of Foreign Service Academic Dean’s Reception for Parents and Families | ICC Galleria |
| 3 – 4 p.m. | McDonough School of Business Academic Dean’s Reception for Parents and Families | Shea Commons in the Hariri Building |
| 3 – 4 p.m. | School of Health and School of Nursing Joint Move-In Break for Parents and Families | St. Mary’s Lobby |
| 7 – 8:30 p.m. | Student Affairs Family Welcome Panel and Reception | Leavey Terrace |
Saturday, August 19
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 10 – 11 a.m. | New Student Convocation Ceremony | Copley Lawn |
| 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Goodbye Lunch for New Students and Families | Leavey Hotel Corridor & HFSC Great Room |