Families During Welcome Week
Parent or family member of a new Lope? Here’s what you need to know for Welcome Week.
On your student’s move in day, parents and families of new students are invited to join us for New Student Commissioning! Find out more here.
Directly following Commissioning, you are invited to stay for Parent and Family Orientation. We also offer a Spanish Parent and Family Orientation at the same time.
At the end of the day you will have participated in Move-In, New Student Commissioning, and Parent and Family orientation! While you are welcome to see your student through the rest of the week, you will have fulfilled all of your parent and family requirements after completing the above events!
Have questions? Start with exploring more of the site! Or, you can reach us at welcome@gcu.edu or 602-639-6002 (call or text).
Want the latest information on GCU campus life, events, and parent resources?
Sign up to be a part of the Lope Family Hub, your one place for GCU parent & family information!
Summer Parent Webinars
Get a head start on your student’s college journey with our Summer Parent Webinars! These sessions are designed to help you feel informed, confident, and connected before the semester begins. Sign up today to stay engaged and prepared as your student begins this exciting new chapter!
GCU Welcome Programs: Housing & Residence Life
Tuesday, May 12th from 4:00 - 5:00 PM
GCU Welcome Programs: Ways for Students & Families to Get Involved
Tuesday, June 9th from 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Presentation Link: Click here to download
GCU Welcome Programs: Building Financial Confidence with Global Credit Union at GCU
Monday, July 20th from 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Webinar Presentation: Click here to download
GCU Welcome Programs: What to Expect for Welcome Week & New Student Orientation
Monday, August 10th from 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Webinar Presentation: Click here to download
Need a fun place for your kids to hang out during Parent & Family Orientation?
Global Outreach Kids Care
Catalina | Monday - Wednesday | 1 PM - 6 PM
Registration Closes Aug. 28th
Have younger children (ages 5–14) attending Orientation with you? While you're at Parent & Family Orientation, they'll have fun in Catalina (Building 5) with our Global Outreach student volunteers! Kids can enjoy coloring, games, activities, and spending time with other children their age in a safe, welcoming environment.
High School Hang
Thunderground | Monday - Wednesday | 3 PM - 6 PM
Have a high school student (ages 15–18) attending Orientation with you? While you're at Parent & Family Orientation, they'll have a blast at our sibling hangout in Thunderground! They'll enjoy pool, ping pong, cornhole, Mario Kart, and more while meeting other siblings of incoming students.