Family & Student Supporters Orientation

January 2025 Orientation registration is now open!

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We are excited to partner with you as we help to transition your student to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. We can’t wait to have them join the Gopher community! Family & Student Supporter Orientation focuses on ways to support your student in their transition to the University of Minnesota. 

Student posting with parents
  • The Family & Student Supporter Orientation schedule is a one-day program. 
  • The Family & Student Supporter Orientation Program costs $45 per registrant. The registration fee is non-refundable but can be transferred to a different date or another registrant. If you need to make changes after registering, please contact [email protected].
  • After your student has registered for their student Orientation, you will be able to begin your registration. You will need your student's 7-digit ID number and date of birth. Please note: You may experience a delay in your ability to register. If you are unable to register within 24 hours of your student's registration, please contact us at [email protected].

Arriving for Orientation:

Check-In

Check-In for Orientation will take place from 8 - 9:30 a.m. on the ground floor of CMU. Parking will be in the East River Road Garage.

Directions

Whether you are driving to campus or arriving via public transit, we have resources to help you find your way to the U of M campus.

Parking
East River Road Gargage entrance

Reduced-rate parking is available in the East River Road Garage, located at 385 East River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55455. You will be emailed a voucher to be used when you exit the parking garage to receive the reduced rate.

Good to know:
Younger Children
  • The day program is not designed for younger children. If you do plan to bring younger children, please call our office at 612-624-1979 for registration information. 
Requesting Translation Services
  • We want to provide access for everyone attending the Parent Orientation program. If you or another registered guest needs language translation, we are happy to provide this accommodation. Please email our office at [email protected] at least one week prior to your scheduled Parent Orientation date. 
Disabilities
  • If you have a documented disability and would like to request accommodations (these include sign language interpreters and alternate formats), contact the Disability Resource Center at 612-626-1333 at least two weeks prior to Orientation. 
Mobility Issues
  • If you have a short-term disability (i.e. broken leg) and would have difficulty walking long distances, during Orientation, please contact our office for accommodations at 612-624-1979.