Parent and Family Orientation

A new student poses for a picture with his parents or guardians.

Learn about how we help families support their students' success at UB. 

On this page:

How to Support Your New UB Student

You play an important role in your student’s college success. While your student is required to participate in their student orientation program, there are a number of ways you can help support their transition.

Parent and Family Orientation Resources

Review the items on this page to help support your student's transition to UB.

On-Demand Information

Helpful and timely information for you as a supporter of a new UB student. 

Academics at UB

Review the information linked below to better understand what to expect for your student's academic experience this semester as well as the services and people at UB who support your student's success.

Advice from UB Faculty

YouTube video for Faculty at UB

UB faculty share their role and expectations, and their approach to teaching in the UB classroom. 

Paying for College (Financial Aid and Billing)

Review the information below to learn about Financial Aid and how to pay the eBill at UB. 

Life on Campus

Campus life can help ease your student's transition to college and help them build community from the start. That might mean utilizing resources or services offered at UB or connecting with other new students. You play an important role helping your student set realistic expectations for the semester and navigating the ups and downs of their new college environment. 

Review the information below to learn more about what's ahead for your new UB student. 

Dining on Campus

FAQs from On-Demand Information

Answers to the most frequently asked questions submitted from supporters of new students.

On-Campus Program

Program Overview

UB offers a two-day, on-campus orientation program in July for supporters of new first-year, U.S. students. Parent and Family Orientation runs concurrently, but separate from, the first-year student orientation program.

During Parent and Family Orientation, we’ll cover what to expect during your student's first year at UB and how you can support the start of their college journey. You'll also learn about services and resources your student should utilize during their first year, strategies for you to help your student navigate the transition to college, and an opportunity to get to know the UB community and campus environment.

Please Note: The Parent and Family Orientation program is appropriate for supporters ages 16 and up.

LEARN MORE ABOUT

Program Registration

Register for Parent and Family Orientation through the “Parent & Family Orientation” tab of your student's Advisement and Orientation Form, which your student can log in to at any time. Please note that your student will need their email address and password (created during the initial login to the system) and payment must be made by credit card.

Registration must be completed at least five (5) business days in advance of the scheduled session date; day-of walk-in registration is not available.

Cancellations must be made in writing five (5) business days prior to the scheduled orientation session for a full refund. Refunds cannot be processed after that deadline.

Additional Details

Supporters attending on-campus orientation will need off-campus overnight accommodations. If you need suggestions, check here for a list of partner hotel accommodations.

The on-campus Summer Orientation takes place on North Campus. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes and dressing in layers to accommodate fluctuating temperatures.

Prepare for your trip to campus

Additional Resources

Not attending orientation?

Schedule Overview

You will receive a detailed printed schedule when you arrive on campus. Review the schedule overview below for what to expect during the program and how to maximize your time on campus. 

Need Help?

Helping new students transition to life at UB:

University at Buffalo
112 Student Union, North Campus
Buffalo, NY 14260

Phone: (716) 645-6125