Information and Events for Parents and Families of New Students
Several programs are offered to help parents and family members support their student's transition into the Stevens community. Over the summer, parent and family orientation webinars are offered virtually, providing an introduction to campus resources and an opportunity to ask questions. During move-in, parents and families are encouraged to attend mixers where University representatives will provide a warm welcome and share helpful information.
Registration links for the virtual sessions will be available in early summer, and registrants will then receive a confirmation email with login instructions. Note: For parent and family webinars, only students can register through their applicant portal and then share the login details with their families.
Please contact the Office of Undergraduate Student Life with any questions or registration concerns at [email protected].
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Parent and Family Orientation Webinar
This virtual orientation session for parents and families provides information about the vast network of resources available to your student to support their wellness, academic success and holistic development as a Stevens student. There will be an opportunity for Q&A at the end of the presentation. Facilitated by:
Dr. Sara Klein, Vice President for Student Affairs
Ken Nilsen, Dean of Students
NOTE: For Parent and Family Webinars, only students can register for these webinars through their applicant portal. Once registered, they will receive a confirmation email and should forward the webinar link to their parent or family member.
Making the Transition to College for Parents and Families Webinar
This virtual session focuses on how parents and families can support their student's transition and help them thrive at Stevens. It will cover topics from understanding warning signs to recognizing adjustment challenges, and will equip parents and families with helpful resources to support students through their first year. There will be an opportunity for Q&A at the end of the presentation. Facilitated by:
Ken Nilsen, Dean of Students
Staff from Office of Counseling and Psychological Services
NOTE: For Parent and Family Webinars, only students can register for these webinars through their applicant portal. Once registered, they will receive a confirmation email and should forward the webinar link to their parent or family member.
Parent and Family Move-In Day Programs
For parents and families of students participating in Pre-Orientation on Sunday, August 23, families will have time to help their students unpack and settle in, and then the Pre-Orientation begins at 1 p.m. Programs for parents and families will be available on campus from 1 to 3 p.m. to allow families to connect to campus administrators, mingle and feel confident about Stevens’ resources before departing for the day.
For parents and families of students moving in on Wednesday, August 26, families will have time to help their students unpack and settle in upon arrival, and then New Student Orientation begins at 3 p.m. for all students. Programs for parents and families will be available on campus from 3 to 5 p.m. to allow families to connect to campus administrators, mingle and feel confident about Stevens’ resources before departing for the day.
Flock Together: Stevens Family Day
You can expect to attend a variety of sessions about the Stevens experience, take your family to see different labs and maker spaces, hear from President Farvardin about the State of Stevens and take part in gatherings and athletic games. Families who are interested in attending and who are traveling from a distance should consider booking local accommodations soon. The date for Family Day is Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Ongoing Communication to Parents & Families
Parents and families who would like to be updated about what’s happening at Stevens can connect with Stevens in the following ways:
Follow Stevens Students and Stevens Institute of Technology on Facebook
Follow us on Instagram: @StevensStudents and @FollowStevens
A group of parents has also created an informal Stevens Parents Facebook group: Stevens Institute of Technology Parents
Read the Stevens Family Newsletter that is emailed to you each month during the academic year for updates and information. Students must update their contacts in Workday to ensure that the parent/guardian email addresses are correct to receive this monthly newsletter.