International Parent & Family Orientation - Fall 2025

Welcome, families! We’re excited to welcome you and your student to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. As your student begins this exciting new chapter, we invite you to participate in events and sessions created just for parents, family members, and guests of new international students.

The International Parent and Family Orientation is organized and conducted by the Office of New Student and Family Experiences (NSFE). This program takes place alongside the International Student Orientation and offers tailored events just for parents, family members, and guests of new international students.

What You’ll Learn

How the university supports your student’s academic and personal success
Ways for students to get involved on campus and in the community
Classroom expectations and cultural transitions
How to stay connected to your student and the Illinois community

Orientation Schedule for Parents & Families

Date	Event	Time	Location
Tuesday, August 19, 2025	Parent & Guest Orientation	9:00 AM – 12:30 PM	Gregory Hall, Room 112
	Session 1: Campus Partners	9:00 – 10:30 AM
	Session 2: Student Engagement & Campus Involvement	10:30 - 11:30 AM
	Session 3: Academic Expectations	11:30 AM –12:30 PM
Wednesday, August 20, 2025	Parent Meet & Greet	9:00 – 11:30 AM	Campus Instructional Facility, Room 0035
	Welcome and Mingle	9:00 – 9:30 AM
	Student Panel	9:30 – 10:30 AM
	Optional Campus Tour	10:30 – 11:30 AM
Wednesday, August 20, 2025	Family Sendoff Event	3:00 – 5:00 PM	Anniversary Plaza
Wednesday, August 20, 2025	Welcome to the FamILLy	6:00 – 8:00 PM	Alice Campbell Alumni Center
Wednesday, August 21, 2025	Family Sendoff Event	3:00 – 5:00 PM	Anniversary Plaza

Stay Connected Year-Round

Families play an important role in supporting students, and both International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and the Office of New Student and Family Experiences (NSFE) offer resources to help you stay informed and engaged.

Stay Connected with NSFE

New Student and Family Experiences offers dedicated family resources to help you stay involved:

Illinois Family Connections Portal: A new communications portal that provides important family communications and keeps you up to date on University of Illinois information. To sign up to be a part of Illinois Family Connections, please visit the sign-in portal to register.
Parent & Family Weekends: Special campus events during the fall and spring
More info: New Student and Family Experiences website.

Stay Connected with ISSS

The International Student and Scholar Services team is here to support your student throughout their time at Illinois. While ISSS communicates primarily with students, families are welcome to explore these resources:

Resources for Parents and Friends – FAQs, guidance on FERPA (student privacy laws), and reassurance that ISSS is here to support your student’s success and well-being.
Additional ISSS Topics – Learn about important ISSS announcements, scam safety, health insurance, transportation, and more by exploring the ISSS website.