Suffolk Family Programs

Suffolk Family Programs proudly offers specialized programming, communications, and University involvement opportunities to current students’ family members.

Our Mission

We know families are important partners who help our students and institution achieve their goals. Family Programs is committed to supporting parents and families so they can best support their students’ success.

The mission of Family Programs is to:

  • Share information about the University with current students’ families
  • Generate support for University programs and services that contribute to student success
  • Encourage appropriate family participation in the collegiate experience
  • Engage families in the growth of Suffolk University as a premier institution of higher education

    Support Your Ram

    Orientation and New Student & Family Programs provides opportunities for families to engage and connect with Suffolk throughout the year.

    Join us for our next event or take advantage of one of our resources to support your student!

    Attend Family Orientation

    Suffolk University welcomes incoming students’ families to participate in Family Orientation to help get acquainted with Suffolk and available student resources.

    Your student can register you for Family Orientation through their applicant portal when they complete their own orientation registration.

    RAMily Training Workshop Series

    Join us on Zoom for a RAMily training workshop that addresses how the Office of Orientation, New Student & Family Programs helps new students and families navigate their transition into the Suffolk University community.

    See our upcoming schedule and view past webinars.

    Suffolk Weekend

    Held each fall, Suffolk Weekend is a wonderful opportunity for parents and families to spend time with their students, experience life at Suffolk, and explore Boston.

    We plan many exciting events you can attend, check back soon to see our full list of options.

     

    A student poses with her mother at a welcome reception for new international students.

    Stay Connected

    Register for the Suffolk Family Hub to gain access to resources for parents and families and tips on how to support your Suffolk student.

    Family Programs regularly emails families to highlight the latest news around campus and in Boston. Please ask your student to make sure that your email address is accurately listed in the student account information we have on file.

    As always, we are here to support you throughout your student’s time at Suffolk. If you have questions, please email us and we’ll happily assist you.

     

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Have a question? We can help you find the answer. Take a look at these frequently asked questions from fellow Suffolk parents & families.

    Helpful Links

    These quick links are the most frequently requested Suffolk resources.