Parent and Family Updates

In a presentation titled “The Value of the Liberal Arts in the Age of AI” given during Family Weekend 2026, Dean of Academic and Curricular Affairs Douglas Johnson noted that “the enduring value of a liberal arts education lies in its combination of breadth, depth, and intellectual flexibility. It prepares students not simply for a particular job, but for a future we cannot fully anticipate.”

Colgate provides an impressive breadth of course offerings for an institution of its size. The Division of the Provost and Dean of the Faculty clarifies realistic expectations and identifies inherent constraints within the selection process.

Colgate’s Dean of the College Division is always considering how to best support students’ mental health through the rigors of college life. A new 2026 report titled “Youth Mental Health in the AI Era” highlighted a shift in how students seek help.

Arrival Day will be exciting, memorable, and bittersweet. These tips will help you prepare and know what to expect when you get to campus. (Students participating in a pre-orientation program or on a fall varsity athletic team receive specific communication about their arrival date, time, and process and should consult with their program leader for any questions.)

Colgate provides layers of support for students and a variety of people to help them achieve their goals. Here, we explain two of their primary contacts.

Coursework and life outside the classroom can be a balancing act. The Center for Learning, Teaching, and Research (CLTR) has released three new resource guides filled with practical tips and strategies.

From one-time projects to semester-long commitments, the COVE facilitates numerous opportunities for students to engage meaningfully with the community.

Colgate’s residential life staff members share insight and advice on housing selection to help you in conversations with your student.

Colgate experts share insight about majors — and suggestions for supporting your student as they make decisions about their academic focus.

Our executive director of disability services shares insight on the process for students with disabilities.