Parents and Families

Welcome Parents, Families & Supporters!

Spring Ram Welcome takes place two days before the start of the spring semester to welcome all new students, parents, families, and supporters to Colorado State University. While all new students are expected to participate in their Spring Ram Welcome experience, CSU is excited to invite parents, families, and supporters to join us for specific programming outlined below.

Parking for the Spring Ram Welcome event on Thursday, January 11 will be in Lot 240 on campus. Detailed information can be found below:

THURSDAY, JANUARY 11, 2024

Spring Ram Welcome Interest Sessions
Attend the following optional interest sessions that will provide you with unique information about transitioning to CSU.

  • Meet Parent & Family Programs Staff & Student Panel: The CSU Student Experience
    3:00 PM – 3:45 PM
    Iris & Michael Smith Alumni Center | Seminar Room 1 (0311)
    Meet Parent & Family Programs staff and learn more about the services and programs they provide in partnership with parents and families to support student success inside and outside the classroom.  Additionally, listen to current CSU students as they share more about their experiences as CSU students. Attending this informal session is a great opportunity to learn more about resources available to you and your student. 
  • Parent & Family Roundtable with University Administrators
    4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
    Iris & Michael Smith Alumni Center | Seminar Room 1 (0311)
    Join us for an open roundtable with University leadership to gain insight into CSU’s vision, the university’s commitment to student support and success, and an opportunity to engage in a Question and Answer session.  

New Student, Parent & Supporters Reception
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Iris & Michael Smith Alumni Center | Event Hall and Main Lobby

Join other incoming CSU students, family members and supporters, staff, University administrators, and campus partners for an informal reception and resource fair. Connect with members of the CSU community and learn more about the resources available to you at CSU. Light appetizers will be provided. Parents, family members and supporters are invited to join their student at this reception. 

For more information about Spring '24 Ram Welcome, please contact the Orientation & Transition Programs office at orientation@colostate.edu or (970) 491-6011.