Parents and families: please check in here if you haven’t already and help yourselves to coffee, refreshments, and free internet access. You’re welcome to hang out, meet other parents, and chat with staff members.

Transfer students, drop by and talk with Ben Bradley about how your credit will transfer and what you need to think about as you register for classes. Bring your transcripts.

This is for students only. Parents, please let your student attend this session alone. Small groups of faculty members will be available in the residence hall common rooms to answer your questions about being a new student at Reed. Coffee and pastries will be provided.

Parents, don’t miss this one! This session is critical to helping parents of new Reedies understand the relationship between Reed, new students, and parents. A multitude of resources are available to both students and parents as they navigate life at Reed. A panel of administrators will briefly discuss their roles in student life, provide an introduction to student services departments, and answer any questions that you might have.

Check out some of the campus locales that make Reed one of-a-kind.

Convocation is the official welcome for all incoming students, new faculty, and parents. This ceremony marks the beginning of a student’s time at the college and as a member of the Reed community. Convocation includes a procession of the faculty in full academic regalia; introductory remarks from the dean of admission, the student orientation coordinators, and the student body president; the presentation of the Howard Vollum Award; and the annual Humanities lecture.

Stick around after convocation for the class photo–the only time between now and graduation you will gather together with your entire class! HAs will be on hand to organize your group for the photo. If it happens to be raining that day, please stay inside the tent and await instructions from staff members. Afterwards, the Offspring of Reed Graduates of Yesteryear and their alumni family members will gather for a photo.

Take a break after Convocation and enjoy a picnic in the quad with students, faculty and staff. After you eat, visit the tables staffed by student services offices to find out more about the services and programs we offer.

Check out some of the campus locales that make Reed one of-a-kind.

We strongly recommend you attend this session in preparation for your meeting with your adviser. Learn the basics of the Reed curriculum (including information about AP, IB, and transfer credit), strategies for getting classes you want, how registration works, why PE really matters, and other things you may want to know sooner rather than later.

Can’t wait to discuss the readings? Head to your assigned conference room for an epic discussion with other parents and a Reed faculty member. Don’t be nervous: this is your chance to experience an integral part of Reed’s educational philosophy: a conference-style class. If you preregistered for this event, you will receive your conference assignment and location when you check in at the parent lounge. If you haven’t preregistered, check with the parent lounge staff regarding availability.

Come by to learn more about Reed’s various departments and majors. Faculty will be available to answer questions. If you’re unsure of what you want to study (or if you want to major in everything), consider attending multiple sessions. (2, 45-minute sessions)

President Kroger, along with staff members from student services and other college offices, will be available to answer questions.

Take this opportunity to mingle with President John R. Kroger and other members of the faculty and staff. This is a good time to get to know some of the people who will help to guide your student through his or her adventure at Reed. Beverages and light refreshments will be provided.

With this event, parent orientation concludes. Get the family together for goodbyes and good wishes. Parents, we hope to see you back for Parent & Family Weekend

While the week is still young, it’s important to be fully informed about how we handle AOD at Reed.  This session will provide important information as you make decisions during Orientation and throughout the year.