Dear Tulane University,

Keep up with possibilities and procedures that affect your student's Tulane experience with the topics in this issue:

Drop-in Hours Added for Goldman Center Housing Accessibility Accommodation Requests
2025 - 2026 Housing Selection Process
College Advising Reminders
Mardi Gras Kick Off, Education and Safety Tips
Career Topic Family Webinars
Advice for Families of New Fraternity and Sorority Members
Tulane Yearbook and Parent Congratulatory Message Orders
Commencement 2025 Planning Reminders

If you have questions or need a referral to a campus resource, use the Quick Links at the bottom of the newsletter or email families@tulane.edu.

Warm regards,

Director of Parent Programs and External Relations

Division of Student Affairs

Drop-in Hours Added for Goldman Center Housing Accessibility Accommodation Requests

Each application for a medically-necessary housing accessibility accommodation request for Fall '24 - Spring '25 requires that the student meet with a Goldman Center staff member to discuss the details of their request. Appointment availability has become very limited so the Goldman Center will have drop-in hours Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2:30 - 4:00 pm through February 27th. All requests must be presented to the Housing Committee for review and final determination. Urge your student not to miss their opportunity to meet with Goldman Center staff and have their application considered for their housing needs.

Students seeking to request medically-necessary accommodations in the residence halls can learn more about the application process and campus resources at our website. Questions? Contact the Goldman Center at goldman@tulane.edu or 504-862-8433 with further questions.

2025 - 2026 On-Campus Housing Selection Process

On January 31, 2025, Housing and Residence Life emailed on-campus students and their parents and families an important message about the on-campus housing selection process for the 2025 - 2026 academic year including information on:

the February 25 housing application deadline,
on-campus housing requirement for first-, second- and third-year students,
resources for rising seniors to research off-campus options,
room selection process steps and recommendations,
links to details on types of on-campus housing, and the
announcement of the opening the second phase of The Village this Fall (Fogelman and Bayou Halls), adding 800 spaces.

College Advising Reminders & Family Webinar on Summer and Fall Course Registration

College Advising reminders to support students during spring semester:

The last date to drop without record is Friday, February 14, 2025. Encourage students to evaluate their course progress between now and then and make an appointment or visit the virtual advisor to review options.
The last date to withdraw is Monday, March 24, 2025, but there is time to double down and make strides in a class!

Late February/early March is a good time for students to make 1-1 appointments with College Advising to talk BIG PICTURE—clarify graduation requirements, explore majors or minors, look at study abroad impact, evaluate current courses, and plan for fall registration.

To learn more about options and registration for summer and fall courses, join our Family Webinar, Supporting Your Student Through Academic Planning and Course Registration, 6 – 7 P.M. Central Time, Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

Mardi Gras Kick-off, education and safety tips

At Tulane, we have a long history of educating our students about how to enjoy the season safely and responsibly. The Well for Health Promotion, a department of Campus Health and Wellness, offers educational opportunities to equip students with the knowledge and skills to have a safe Mardi Gras experience. Encourage your student to take advantage of these activities and resources:

Mardi Gras Kick-off event, February 19, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the LBC Pocket Park

The Well is coordinating a resource fair with other campus partners to contextualize health and safety within the vibrant culture of Mardi Gras. Attendees get the chance to take home a limited-edition Look Out for Your Krewe fanny pack filled with Mardi Gras essentials such as such as hand sanitizer, tissues, band-aids, a snack, and a pocket resource card with safety tips, etiquette, and checklists. (First-come, first-served.)

Educational materials

The Well has distributed a series of posters and resource cards that aim to help students navigate Mardi Gras. Topics include parade etiquette, checklists, taking care of each other, alcohol safety, emergency contacts, and campus resources.

Mardi Gras Student Safety Tips Message

On February 12, 2025 our Dean of Students and Chief of Police emailed an important Mardi Gras Student Safety Tips message with information on:

Tulane student organizations' efforts to educate their peers and reduce harm,
personal safety precautions,
University policy and Louisiana and New Orleans legal information and support,
parade transportation and traffic navigation advice, and
Mardi Gras Break campus services hours of operation, online resources, and on-call support.

We encourage parents to review this message and discuss the recommendations with your student.

Catch Up on Recent Career Topic Family Webinars

If you missed these recent career development topics in our Family Webinar series, check out the videos or presentation slides:

Explore Tulane's Career Resources - video and slides - a showcase of Tulane’s Career Connection website
Connecting Students to Employers - video and slides - an overview of tools and strategies students can use to connect with employers

Advice for Families of New Fraternity and Sorority Members

Parents and families play a significant role in supporting students who have recently joined fraternities and sororities. The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Programs (OFSP) compiled great tips to help parents navigate this new phase and support their students effectively, including:

Understand that being in a fraternity/sorority is a lifetime commitment
Attend Events
Respect Independence
Stay Informed About Finances
Promote Inclusivity
Address Concerns Responsibly

Read the detailed compilation. Remember that joining a fraternity or sorority can be a positive and enriching experience for many students. By staying informed, encouraging open communication, and supporting your student's involvement, you can play a constructive role in their Greek experience.

Order a Yearbook and Parent Congratulatory Message for Your Student

The Tulane Jambalaya Yearbook is now accepting orders for the 2025 book. The 320-page, full-color photo book will cover the 2024-25 academic year at Tulane and will include a student portrait section. (Click here for details on photo submission and free senior portrait details.) The yearbook will also include a Scrapbook Section with more than 500 photos and captions submitted by Tulane students and parents/families, Parent Congratulatory Messages and a listing of Tulane graduates. Yearbooks and Messages can be purchased at tulaneyearbook.com and prices do go up during the academic year.

Commencement 2025 Planning Reminders

Bookmark the comprehensive commencement.tulane.edu website so that you can easily find the sections for Students, Guests, and Updates. You can also sign up for email updates.

Friday, May 16, 2025

9:00 a.m. – School of Liberal Arts – Caesars Superdome

1:00 p.m. – A. B. Freeman School of Business – Caesars Superdome

5:00 p.m. – School of Science and Engineering – Caesars Superdome

Saturday, May 17, 2025

8:00 a.m. – School of Architecture – Avron B. Fogelman Arena in the Devlin Fieldhouse

8:30 a.m. – Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine – Undergraduate – Mahalia Jackson Theater

11:00 a.m. – School of Professional Advancement – Avron B. Fogelman Arena in the Devlin Fieldhouse

12:00 p.m. – School of Medicine – New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

12:30 p.m. – Celia Scott Weatherhead School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine – Graduate – Mahalia Jackson Theater

2:00 p.m. – School of Law – Avron B. Fogelman Arena in the Devlin Fieldhouse

6:00 p.m. – Unified Commencement Ceremony – Caesars Superdome

United Airlines and Southwest Airlines provide Tulane travelers with additional benefits for Commencement travel.

Southwest Airlines is pleased to offer Tulane Spring Commencement attendees discounted fares. To utilize the discount, book via SWABIZ® using this link. Discount valid for travel 5/12/2025 to 5/20/2025.
To make flight reservations online with United Airlines, please use discount promotion code ZQKB989379. Booking fees are waived for these reservations. MileagePlus members earn valuable miles for their travel when using the Meetings discount code. You may also call United Meetings Reservation Desk Monday-Friday at 800-426-1122 for booking assistance. Booking fees are waived for Meeting reservations. International customers may contact their local United Reservation Desk.

Further information regarding planning your visit can be found here.

Quick Links

This convenient list of Quick Links to university resources will be in every issue of the newsletter. You can also use families.tulane.edu/info to find more of the links parents and families use the most, email families@tulane.edu, or call 877-TUP-WAVE (877-887-9283).

Center for Academic Equity

Family Giving

Family Webinars

Financial Aid

Gender and Sexual Diversity