Parent and Family Updates

Special meal plan bonuses; new and improved features adding greater variety, healthy options, and convenience; and chances to help others and shape future offerings.

Tips on helping your student to rest and rejuvenate after a challenging semester

Membership in a fraternity or sorority comes with specific training requirements, as well as support. Colgate’s director of Fraternity and Sorority advising discusses the new member experience and shares conversation pointers for family members.  

When severe winter weather strikes, Colgate follows a careful process, managed by the Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), for evaluating and determining its impact on day-to-day campus operations. The procedures support a commitment to the safety of community members and their ability to participate in the University’s academic mission. 

Pausing to think about academic, co-curricular, and career development choices will position your student to make the most of their time at Colgate — and to find a meaningful path forward.

Whether fall break means returning home for a few days, or staying on campus, it’s a great time for students to take inventory, recharge, and prepare for the next chunk of the semester.

Recent events highlight campus hub for multicultural exploration, sense of belonging initiatives, social justice education, multicultural student connections, and campus community building.

When it comes to their sexuality or gender identity, students need all the support they can get. Colgate’s director of the Office of LGBTQ+ Initiatives offers tips for parents.

To compensate for the losses of the COVID-19 pandemic, starting August 25, a series of programs will re-introduce sophomores to Colgate and to one another.

Tips for approaching your student’s journey at Colgate