People pose for a photo during Family Weekend

For Parents & Families

At Bucknell, we're like a family, bound by the experiences we share and the new discoveries we make together.

You are an important member of the Bucknell family, and we're eager for you to connect with other Bucknell parents, explore our campus, learn alongside your student and join the lifelong community of Bucknellians.

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Welcome to Bucknell, Class of 2027!

Let Bucky the Bison show you the exciting experiences and amazing community that await. Then head to the application portal to enroll and begin your Bucknell journey!

Graduates at 2023 Commencement

Bucknell’s 173rd Commencement

CLASS OF 2023

Bucknell University's 173rd Commencement ceremony took place on Malesardi Quadrangle on Sunday, May 14, 2023. Relive the day and continue celebrating the graduates' accomplishments with photos, video highlights and the full ceremony livestream video. Congratulations, Class of 2023!

Commencement
Freedom of Expression Forum 2023-24

The Bucknell Forum

2023-24

National Speaker Series

The 2023-24 Bucknell Forum will discuss the theme "Freedom of Expression." The five Forum events will feature conversations between Bucknell President John Bravman and guests including Washington Post columnist George Will, novelist Jodi Picoult, and Academy Award-winning actor and activist Jane Fonda.

A Profound Impact

Support Bucknellians

The Bucknell experience is a life-changing journey — one that empowers exploration, encourages curiosity and prepares graduates for a life of meaning and impact. Your gift to Bucknell creates opportunities for today's students and future generations of Bucknellians on their path to becoming the change-makers of tomorrow.

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2022-23 Bucknell University Report

We Are Living Bucknell's Mission

Every day at Bucknell, we are working toward the fulfillment of The Plan for Bucknell 2025. The inaugural University Report details notable accomplishments and new programs driven by our strategic commitments, and provides evidence of progress toward the pursuit of our vision: To ensure a thriving, sustainable and inclusive future.

Read the Report

Family Weekend 2022 Highlights

Parents & Families Have a New Home at the Center for Alumni & Family Engagement

The new Center for Alumni & Family Engagement brings together services and programming for alumni, parents and families in one place, helping us offer even more opportunities for you to connect to Bucknell professionally, intellectually and socially.

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More Opportunities to Connect with Bucknell and Bucknell Parents

Volunteer

As a Bucknell parent, you are one of our most valuable ambassadors. Represent Bucknell at Admissions events, hire or offer internships to Bucknell students, serve on a career panel and more. By volunteering for the University, you can share your Bucknell story with an even wider audience, enhance the University's reputation and help increase the value of your student's degree.

Learn how you can help

Contact Details

The Center for Alumni & Family Engagement

Location

Alumni House
90 University Avenue

Hours

8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.