August 6, 2026 ⎪ Becoming Big Red: Cornell Family Orientation Conversations: From Home to the Hill: Transition, Campus Life & Finding your Place

We invite all of our new students and their families to join us for our final Becoming Big Red conversation as we prepare you for the transition to campus life! With our Vice President for Student and Campus Life, Ryan Lombardi, our expert panel of campus leaders will guide you through what to expect in these exciting first weeks. We'll cover the importance of orientation, ways to get involved on campus, and essential student support services. Learn about the student and family experience, campus climate, and how our dedicated team is here to support your Cornell journey. This comprehensive session will ensure both you and your student feel prepared and excited for the transition ahead.

Family Orientation Schedule: https://familyorientation.scl.cornell.edu/

New Student Orientation: https://scl.cornell.edu/get-involved/tatkon-center-new-students/new-student-orientation

Weeks of Welcome: https://scl.cornell.edu/wow

CampusGroups: https://cornell.campusgroups.com/

Tatkon Center for New Students: https://scl.cornell.edu/get-involved/tatkon-center-new-students

*The Hub on North: https://scl.cornell.edu/get-involved/tatkon-center-new-students/discover-tatkon-center-new-students

*Centers for Student Equity, Empowerment, and Belonging: https://scl.cornell.edu/thecenters