Family & Guest Orientation

The 2024 Family Orientation Experience

Family members are an important part of getting students off to college. As a family member, you should be aware of what your student is experiencing and the tasks they need to take care of to have a smooth transition to FSU. We want to make sure you have timely information so you can support your student as they prepare for the start of their time at FSU. We look forward to connecting throughout the summer with you in several ways.

Family at move-in

Program Content

Join us for an in-person orientation program during the Taking Care of Business Sessions where we will share information about: 

  • How the university engages with family members throughout your student’s time as Ram 

  • How we share information with you so you can continue to support your student 

  • Resources that are available to your student at FSU 

  • Staff members in the FSU community who will be working with your students

  • The benefits of being part of the Family Network  

The Family Orientation Experience continues throughout the summer in several other ways including:

  • Weekly New Ram Family Updates that include information about upcoming deadlines, resources and ways to support your students 
  • Information in the Family Experience Portal about resources available to your students 
  • Tasks to complete to help your students get ready for the start of the school year 
  • Information about Family Network events throughout the year 
  • Information about Move-in, Family Weekend and so much more 

Taking Care of Business Sessions

Taking Care of Business Sessions will take place on the dates found below. Please keep in mind that students and families only need to attend one Taking Care of Business Session.

  • Thursday, June 27, 2024, 4:30-7:00 pm
  • Saturday, June 29, 2024- 9:30 am-12:00 pm
  • Saturday, July 20, 2024, 9:30 am- 12:00 pm
  • Thursday, July 25, 2024, 4:30- 7:00 pm
  • Tuesday, July 30, 2024- Virtually- 10:00 -11:30 am
  • Saturday, August 3, 2024, 9:30 am-12:00 pm
  • Thursday, August 8, 2024, 4:30- 7:00 pm
  • Monday, August 12, 2024, Virtually- 5:00-6:30 pm

Opportunities to sign-up for a Taking Care of Business session will be available in the coming weeks. Stay tuned!

We are excited to welcome you to Framingham State and help you support your students. The Family Orientation Experience will be the start of your connection to FSU. We can’t wait to meet you all at the Taking Care of Business sessions!