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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Where is this? I have two kids in college and worked in higher education for years. I’ve never heard of parents being expected to stay through orientation. There were parents there on move in day but they don’t stay longer than they logistically need.[/quote]
Most colleges have some sort of programming for parents during orientation. Many are now in small groups over the summer. I agree with a PP that mid summer orientation is a pain. I much prefer the orientation right before classes start, such that you move them in and say goodbye then, and can skip the optional parent sessions.

Parent attendance at orientation is not necessary, but makes travel easier for a kid who doesn't have a credit card and needs to stay in a hotel the night before orientation starts. My next kid is under 18, so I am going with him to orientation just for the hotel factor even though I'd rather not, after having attended three orientations for older sibs.

However, the PPs are right that this also is a last chance for a little time with the kid before college starts. If it's too expensive or too logistically difficult, then don't go and explain that to the kid, but if you can make it work, I'd do it.[/quote]

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