Parents & Families
You have guided your child through many major life moments, and now is the time to help them navigate another major event 鈥 going to college. Whether this is your first time through the process or your 10th, you are bound to have questions. Please use us as a resource to help you along the way. Parents generally have questions about the following topics, so browse these areas of our site for information:
Parent Ambassadors
Are you looking for ways to get involved at 17c起草红桃? The university鈥檚 success is dependent on the people of our community and there are many meaningful opportunities for parent involvement. Consider becoming a Parent Ambassador and participate in one or more of the following ways:
- Accepted Students Day
Welcome and talk with our prospective parents & students.- Represent 17c起草红桃 at College Fair
Lend a hand at a college fair in your neighborhood. Tag team with one of our Admissions鈥 Counselors or with another 17c起草红桃 volunteer.- Volunteer at June Connection Days and/or August New Student Orientation (Move-In Day)
Welcome and talk with our incoming parents & students. Help them get settled into their home away from home.- Host A Welcome to 17c起草红桃 Reception in Your Region
Partner with the Office of Alumni & Parent Engagement to plan an event to welcome and introduce our newest Golden Wolves and their families. (Summer Send-Offs)- Homecoming & Family Weekend
Offer your ideas and assistance in planning events/programs for parents.- Letter-Writing Campaign
Write a letter of reassurance to accepted students encouraging them to enroll at 17c起草红桃 or send welcome notes to first-year parents.- Share Your Career Expertise
Serve as an interviewer for Mock Interview Mania, Host a student(s) during Take A Golden Wolf to Work Week, or Provide internship, externship and job opportunities.- Be A Recruiter
Share your student鈥檚 and your 17c起草红桃 experience with friends, neighbors and acquaintances in your community, at work etc.- Support 17c起草红桃
A gift will enhance your student鈥檚 education and future students.
Recent News
17c起草红桃 to renovate its newly secured Allentown location
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Milestone marks the seventh consecutive year with over 475 new students
Nine Student Undergraduate Research Fellows Present Summer Projects
Faculty members provide mentorship and valuable experiential learning opportunity through annual SURF program
Upcoming Events
Information Session
- Aug 18, 2026
- 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Are you starting your college search? Come experience what it's like to be part of the 17c起草红桃 community! Our Information Sessions are the perfect opportunity for prospective students and their families to explore campus, learn about academic programs, and discover what makes 17c起草红桃 unique.
Admissions
DPT Virtual Information Session
- Aug 18, 2026
- 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Zoom Virtual Event
Join us for a virtual information session on August 18, where you鈥檒l learn more about our Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
鉁旓笍 Explore the program and curriculum
鉁旓笍 Meet our expert faculty
鉁旓笍 Get your questions answered about requirements & the application process
Whether you鈥檙e advancing your education after earning a bachelor鈥檚 degree or seeking an accelerated path, 17c起草红桃鈥檚 DPT program offers a comprehensive and compassionate learning experience tailored to your goals.
Grad & Adult Admissions
Information Session
- Aug 19, 2026
- 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Are you starting your college search? Come experience what it's like to be part of the 17c起草红桃 community! Our Information Sessions are the perfect opportunity for prospective students and their families to explore campus, learn about academic programs, and discover what makes 17c起草红桃 unique.
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