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Family Orientation

New Student Orientation New Signers Program Form Site Index

July 19- 20, 2007 (during New Signers Program/Bridge Program)
August 21- 23, 2007 (during New Student Orientation)

Congratulations! Your family member is about to embark on a journey to receive a college education. You, as family members, can help make the college experience an enriching and memorable one. The Family Orientation Program is designed with this in mind.

We offer two Family Orientation programs, one in July during the New Signers Program (NSP) and the Bridge Program and one in August during New Student Orientation (NSO). During orientation, family members learn about campus departments and services. Some featured departments include the Departments of Public Safety, Campus Life, Academic Advising, and Student Financial Services. Family members arriving during the New Signers Program receive additional information on how students learn ASL. The most popular workshop for both Family Orientation programs is the student panel with current students sharing their experiences and perceptions on college life.

Program Cost/Registration
There is a $50 registration fee per family member for the July Family Orientation (NSP/Bridge Program) and $50 fee per family member for the August Family Orientation (NSO). The fees include program costs and meals (three meals for the July Orientation and six meals for the August Orientation). Registration forms will be mailed out or families may opt to download the registration form here.

Gallaudet University Kellogg Conference Hotel
Room Rate: $119 single/double occupancy plus tax. Orientation rates expire June 22 for July reservations and July 20 for August reservations. Specify "Orientation Programs" when making reservations. Make your reservations early. Once the room block is filled, we cannot guarantee the conference discount room rate will be available. To make your reservations, contact the GUKCC at 202-651-6001 (tty), 202-651-6000 (voice), or 202-651-6107 (fax) or reserve online at http://gukcc.com.

Places to Eat
Family members who register for Family Orientation eat meals at the Bon Appetit (University Dining Hall). Meals are included in the registration fee. If family members arrive a day early, they may purchase meals at the Market Place in the Student Union Building, the Bistro Cafe at the Kellogg Conference Hotel, or at the Bon Appetit. Other choices include the food court at Union Station, a seven-minute drive from the campus, or other nearby restaurants.

Arrival Information
Fall 2007

July 19 Family Orientation (NSP/Bridge Program)

Check-in: 9:00 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Student Union Building

August 21 Family Orientation (NSO)

Check-in: Student Union Building
Follow NSO arrival times

Spring 2008
There is no family orientation for the spring semester. You are, however, more than welcome to contact the Admissions Office to schedule campus appointments for you.