Thank you for attending Incoming Parent & Family Orientation on Sunday, August 28, 2022! It was wonderful to welcome the parents and families of our incoming first-year and transfer students to Barnard. 

Our sessions shared what to expect as your student transitions to college, as well as how you can best support your student in that transition and throughout their time at Barnard. All programming was recorded, and links to the recordings were shared via email with parents and families in early September. You may also reach out to the Office of Family Engagement to request the links by emailing parents@barnard.edu. 

In addition to making each event at Barnard as celebratory as possible, the health and safety of our community is paramount. Please note the following protocols for in-person events. 

• In compliance with Barnard’s COVID-19 policies, all in-person attendees are required to be fully vaccinated and boosted, if eligible. 
• Both students and visitors, even though vaccinated, are required to be masked when indoors except when eating or drinking. If food and drink are consumed indoors, event attendees are encouraged to mask between bites and sips.
• All visitors are required to complete the Visitor/Vendor Health Screen form attesting that they are vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19 and are feeling well upon their visit. The form must be completed before entering Barnard buildings and on the same day they plan to access campus. If you are feeling unwell, please do not come to campus. 

Noting current rates of COVID-19 infection within our city, attendees may also choose to mask outdoors, especially in crowded areas, as well as consider antigen testing within 24 hours before attending an event. 

Welcome Session

Track 1 (Last Names A–M): 11–11:45 a.m. in the Event Oval, Diana Center Lower Level

Track 2 (Last Names N–Z): 12–12:45 p.m. in the Event Oval, Diana Center Lower Level

President Sian Leah Beilock and Dean of the College Leslie Grinage will welcome parents, families, and supporters of our incoming first-year and transfer students to the Barnard community. 

Resource Fair

12–2 p.m. in the Futter Field Tent

Learn more about the many offices on campus and how they support your students. This is a great opportunity to ask any specific questions you may have in a one-on-one setting. 

Academic Experience and Support

Track 1 (Last Names A–M): 1:45–2:30 p.m. in the Event Oval, Diana Center Lower Level

Track 2 (Last Names N–Z): 2:45–3:30 p.m. in Lehman Auditorium, Altschul Hall 202

Hear about the academic experience at Barnard and how students can access our many resources for academic and advising support. Speakers will represent the Deans' Office for Advising and Support, the Barnard Library, the Center for Accessibility Resources & Disability Services (CARDS), and Speaking and Writing Fellows. 

Student Health and Well-Being

Track 1 (Last Names A–M): 2:45–3:30 p.m. in the Event Oval, Diana Center Lower Level

Track 2 (Last Names N–Z): 3:45–4:30 p.m. in Lehman Auditorium, Altschul Hall 202

Health and wellness are integral to students’ success, both inside and outside of the classroom. Hear about Barnard’s holistic approach to student health and well-being from Dr. Marina Catallozzi, Barnard's inaugural Vice President for Health and Wellness, Chief Health Officer, and MJ Murphy, Executive Director of Student Health & Wellness Programs.

Building Community on Campus

Track 1 (Last Names A–M): 3:45–4:30 p.m. in the Event Oval, Diana Center Lower Level

Track 2 (Last Names N–Z): 1:45–2:30 p.m. in Lehman Auditorium, Altschul Hall 202

Much of the college experience happens outside the classroom. Representatives from Access Barnard, the Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Student Experience and Engagement will share how students build community and make connections at Barnard, as well as some tips for getting involved. 

Choose one of two sessions for this time slot: 

Navigating Life on Campus

5–5:45 p.m. in the Event Oval, Diana Center Lower Level

Daily life in Morningside Heights can be very different from living at home. Our panelists from Residential Life & Housing, Barnard Dining, and Community Accountability, Response, and Emergency Services (CARES) will share what to expect and how you can support your students as they navigate living in the residence halls, eating on campus, and staying safe. 

Beyond the Gates

5–5:45 p.m. in Lehman Auditorium, Altschul Hall 202

Although they have just arrived, you may be wondering how Barnard can help your student connect with the wider community, study abroad, or find jobs and internships. Speakers from Beyond Barnard, Barnard Global, and the Athena Center for Leadership will share the opportunities available to students beyond the Barnard gates.

• Liz's Place, located on the first floor of the Diana Center, will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 pm., offering made-to-order coffee and espresso beverages, grab & go snacks and beverages, and convenience items.
• The Barnard Store, located on the first floor of the Diana Center, will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Mail Services, located on the lower level of Altschul Hall, will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. so that incoming students may pick up packages.