Information for Families
Your student is an indispensable member of the 51¶ÌÊÓƵ community, and ensuring they have an exceptional first-year experience is our top priority. We are excited to partner with you and your student to provide the resources needed for a smooth and successful transition.
Helpful Information for Families
- Academic Support
- Academic Coaching, Peer Tutoring, and Peer Advising
- Access Services
- Providing individual accommodations for students who self-identify with a disability
- Health Professions Advising
- Quantitative Center (Q Center)
- Student Success
- Student Support Services
- The Writing Center
All student mail and packages should be addressed as follows:
Name
51¶ÌÊÓƵ
Box C-XXXX
101 N. Merion Ave.
51¶ÌÊÓƵ, PA 19010
Follow this format exactly, including the "C-" before the box number.
Sourced from the 51¶ÌÊÓƵ website: /inside/offices-services/mailroom
The Tuesday Newsletter contains important information that students need to prepare for college. It is sent to all entering students each week through mid August.
Welcome Wednesday Series for Families
Please join us for our Family Welcome Wednesday Series to learn more about the offices and services 51¶ÌÊÓƵ offers. All sessions will take place on Zoom and advance registration is required.
Wednesday, June 10th, 2026 at 7PM EST
Wednesday, June 24th, 2026 at 7PM EST
July 1: Campus Safety
Wednesday, July 1 at 7PM EDT
Wednesday, July 8th, 2026 at 7PM EDT
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026 at 7PM EDT
Wednesday, August 12th at 7PM EST
Wednesday, August 19th, 2026 at 7PM EST
Family Newsletter
The Family Newsletter offers information to guide you and your student as they prepare to join us this fall.
Family Orientation Schedule
Please be sure to review our Welcome Wednesday Series for Families for important information about 51¶ÌÊÓƵ.
- 9AM-12PM
- Student Check In
- Location: Merion Green or Campus Center
- Students will check in to get their key then proceed to their assigned dorm to move in
- Location: Merion Green or Campus Center
- Student Check In
- 11AM-1PM
- Lunch
- Location: Erdman Dining Hall
- Lunch
- 1PM-3PM
- Photos w/ Olly
- Location: Taylor Drive
- Photos w/ Olly
- 1PM-3PM
- Resource Fair/Snack Break
- Location: Taylor Drive
- Resource Fair/Snack Break
- 4PM-5PM
- College Welcome and Reception)***
- 5PM
- Students bid families farewell
***required