Virtual Summer Information Sessions

Class of 2028, Transfer Students, Parents and Families

It’s now even easier to prepare for life at Bucknell! We are pleased to announce a variety of online presentations about campus offices and resources for new students and their families. You’ll have the opportunity to learn about a range of topics — from academics, undergraduate research and career advising to laundry, dining, laptops and more. Mark your calendars and bring your questions to these interactive Zoom sessions led by Bucknell faculty and staff.

Virtual summer information sessions will begin in late June and end in mid-August. Program details, including links, will be added to this page throughout the spring and summer.

In addition to offering live Zoom sessions, we will record and post all sessions to our video playlist, allowing students and families to watch recordings on their schedule. Videos will be added to the playlist on a rolling basis.

Please contact orientation@bucknell.edu with any questions, and check back regularly for updates to the program.

Wondering what sessions will be offered? Here are a few highlights from last year:

  • Accessibility Resources: Support for Students with Disabilities
  • All About Pre-Orientation
  • Bursar Services: All About B-bill
  • Campus Activities and Programs: What's There to Do for Fun on Campus?
  • Career Center 101 — Getting to know the CCA
  • Family Events and Programs Throughout the Year
  • Financial Aid and Student Employment
  • First-generation Student Opportunities
  • Fraternity and Sorority Life
  • Health and Wellness Resources
  • Include Mentored Research in Your College Experience
  • Introduction to Campus Public Safety
  • Library Resources for First-year Students
  • Making the World Your Classroom: An Introduction to Study Abroad
  • Navigating Dining & Laundry On Campus
  • Office of Civic Engagement Programs
  • Parenting from Afar
  • Religious & Spiritual Life at Bucknell
  • Your Home Away from Home: First-year Housing
  • Welcome to the Teaching and Learning Center
YouTube

Watch pre-recorded sessions and live session recordings on YouTube

First in the Family

A virtual program for parents and families of first-generation college students

First in the Family is a special series of virtual information sessions for families of first-generation students — as well as those who are sending a student to college for the first time. Running throughout the summer, sessions will be interactive and offer ample time for participants to ask questions.

Learn more