February 20, 2025 Update
February 20, 2025 Update
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Dear QU parents and family members,
The start of the semester has been cold and snowy, but the welcome for our future president was certainly warm. We recently announced to faculty, staff, and students that Dr. Marie Hardin, professor and dean of Pennsylvania State University’s Bellisario College of Communications, will be the 10th president at Quinnipiac starting in July. Learn more
University clubs and organizations are in full swing, promoting peak student engagement. I hope your Bobcat attended the indoor spring engagement fair that took place earlier this month. The next "Talks on the Rocks" event is scheduled for March 4, with the topic of discussion being the implementation of common hour.
As we continue to transition from winter to spring sports, athletic games continue to draw record crowds. I am still tossing T-shirts to students in the student section at select home hockey/other games. Join me this weekend for the last home games of our men’s ice hockey season, with matches against Yale on Friday and Brown on Saturday.
Every year, I collaborate with our MBA students from the consulting course to find resolutions and/or more efficient procedures for their assigned topics. I meet with the students throughout the semester as they finalize their deliverables, and at the end of the semester, they present their findings. The topics for this semester are:
Recommendations to improve the student housing lottery process.
Recommendations to enhance The Grove experience.
Recommendations on the action plan from the results of the student response to the Campus Climate Survey.
This month, I hosted the annual Mid-Atlantic High School Guidance Counselor visit to continue expanding our footprint along the East Coast. Counselors from North Carolina, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, among others, came to campus to discuss trending topics for high schoolers and rising college students. If anyone is interested in more information, please let me know.
As always, should you have any questions or need guidance on assisting your student with an issue, please feel free to contact us at QUParents@qu.edu. Thanks for your continued support.
Sincerely,
Tom Ellett
Chief Experience Officer
Quinnipiac is transformed into a winter wonderland every time it snows, sowing the seeds for wonderful memories that last a lifetime.
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A group of Quinnipiac students studying abroad in Ireland traveled to England for a rugby match where they scored a chance to meet Olympic alumna Ilona Maher '18, showcasing their Bobcat spirit on an international stage.
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From meeting in a student club or organization or on the shuttle, love can be found on any corner of our campuses. Here are just a few of the stories of our alumni who found their forever partner while attending Quinnipiac.
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Quinnipiac Dining will be hosting a weeklong celebration focused on promoting kindness throughout the university.
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Are you a parent or family member guiding your high school student in the college admissions process? Wondering what to expect about the financial aid process? Learn more about our recommendations to make your journey to becoming the parent of a future college student as smooth as possible.
Parents Academy is designed to answer common questions parents have about Quinnipiac. As webinars are added to the schedule, they will be included in this section of the Parents and Families Newsletter.
Learning doesn't just happen in the classroom. The university offers dozens of opportunities to be involved each week — from the more than 140 student-run undergraduate student-run clubs and organizations, 21 Division I athletics games (all free to all students), club sports, intramurals, internationally renowned speakers, conferences, discussions, activities and other events, there’s something for everyone. Offices across the university help coordinate hundreds of events and opportunities for leadership and entertainment.
Filled with shuttle schedules and activities for the weekend, the WHTW flyer is shared every Friday morning. These flyers are posted in the student residences every Friday by noon.
Matt Kurz, Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs
Hannah Cranston, Director of Student Engagement
There are still several opportunities to join a fraternity or sorority at Quinnipiac. Those interested in learning more about our community can connect on Instagram @qufsl or send an email to fslife@qu.edu.
Avery Moses, Director of Campus Life for Fraternity & Sorority Life
Anthony Reid, Assistant Director of Campus Life for Fraternity & Sorority Life
Vince Contrucci, Director of Community Engagement
Bethany Zemba, VP for Strategy and Community Relations and Chief of Staff
The Office of Religious Life offers worship services and programs for students of faith to deepen their beliefs and provide opportunities to engage in social justice activities. Through activities and events, students have the opportunity to supplement and complement the work of the classroom. The office also offers confidential resources for students.
Questions about religious life, contact us at religious.life@qu.edu.
Reena Judd, University Rabbi, Peter C. Hereld House for Jewish Life
Iddrisu Awudu, Muslim religious life coordinator
If your student is still interested in joining a club/organization and is unsure of the steps to do so, please contact studentengagement@qu.edu and a staff member will set up a meeting.
Students may visit the Bobcat Central portal where they can find their people, their community and their next opportunity — all in one place.
We will be co-hosting a March Madness event with the Office of Student Engagement on Monday, March 17. We encourage your student to create a bracket, enjoy some food and enter for a chance to win a college basketball jersey of their choice!
Our 11th annual Greek Week will be held the week of April 7. Signature events include FSL’s Got Talent, Lip Sync and our Step, Stroll and Salute Showcase. It’s such a fun week and anyone is welcome to attend. Be sure to follow @qu_greek_week on Instagram for specifics as we get closer.
Save the date for FSL Awards 2025 on April 15 at 8 p.m. Information about live streaming the event to celebrate our individuals, chapters and community will be available in April. All are welcome to Zoom in.
Our community has had an amazing start to the spring semester, welcoming over 100 new members, raising $7,160 for philanthropic organizations and performing over 200 hours of hands-on service. If your Bobcat wants to join the community, please send them our way.
If your Bobcat wants to find their home away from home, establish a community of peers with similar values, participate in service/philanthropy events and have fun, feel free to direct them our way for information about joining. There’s so much coming up in the fraternity and sorority community; if your Bobcat is interested in joining us, please don’t hesitate to reach out. All questions can be directed to fslife@qu.edu or asked via Instagram @qufsl.
We’ve had a great semester so far in the Health and Wellness world at Quinnipiac. We are averaging 50+ students visiting us in the RecWell for our Wellness Wednesday programming, with topics ranging from self-love to the upcoming financial wellness event.
Our JED initiative team continues to work on improving mental health resources and access on campus, as well as coming up with innovative ways to engage our Quinnipiac students in maintaining their mental well-being. It’s more important than ever to call attention to mental health on campuses, and we are excited to be on the frontlines of increasing that awareness and access.
Free fitness classes run through the semester.
Sign up 24 hours prior to the class start time on the RecWell website
Students should look for an email from Student Affairs with the topic of the week, programs, tips, resources.
Tabling in RecWell lobby from 12-2 p.m. weekly
Cooking Class with Quinnipiac Dining Chefs – a great opportunity to learn to cook from our Quinnipiac Dining chefs and then enjoy your meal!
March 5, 5-7 p.m.
Join Quinnipiac’s dining team to learn how to make delicious mocktails as you enjoy destressing with some painting.
Registration open February 26 at 7 a.m. – 18 spots available
February 25
5-6:30 p.m.
Relax and destress with some watercolor painting.
CPR is for your physical health, QPR is for mental health. Learn how to best help yourself and your friends in time of crisis.
We will add dates continuously throughout the year. Registration is open.
Friday, February 28, 2-4 p.m., with Alan Smits
Monday, March 3, 5-7 p.m., with Tami Reilly
Thursday, March 27, 4-6 p.m., with Tom Ellett
Unlock the power of your breath which plays a pivotal role in all that we do and are. This 4-week program will give students an opportunity to try out different breathing practices and establish new breath habits. Registration opens on Monday, March 3.
Tuesdays from 4-5 p.m.
March 18, 25
April 1, 8
Weekly accountability in journal to take a deep dive with how to live our best life and take care of ourselves. Journals will be provided. This is a 4-week series. Registration opens on Monday, March 3.
Tuesdays from 5:15-6:15 p.m.
March 18, 25
April 1, 8
Sign up for classes on the RecWell website
Student Health Services, available on both the Mount Carmel and York Hill campuses, is available year-round for the students. Student Health Services offers management for sick visits, allergy injections, placement physicals, immunizations, sexual-health related visits and nutrition services. Students can make an appointment online or by calling 203-407-4050, Students must bring a state-issued ID, a copy of their insurance card and a form of payment to all visits (co-pays may be collected depending on the student’s insurance). Most insurance plans are accepted but we ask all students to contact their insurance company to ensure that Hartford Healthcare Medical Group, Specialty is in-network (Tax ID: 37-1911194).
Learn more and schedule a health services appointment
Student Counseling Services are available for students on all three campuses and can help with anxiety, depression, adjustment to college life, time management and organizational skills and overall well-being. Students can make an appointment online or by calling 203-407-4020, and selecting option #1. Counseling services are provided at no additional cost to students. Psychiatry services are also available through the Counseling Center.
Students should follow these Instagram accounts for up-to-date hours, programs and incentives:
Free fitness classes run throughout the semester. Classes are offered year-round on all three campuses, including Spinning, body sculpting, Zumba, bootcamp, core conditioning, yoga and pilates. Sign-ups for each class open 24 hours prior to the class start time. Find info on our website: recwell.qu.edu or in our app.
Sign up for classes on the RecWell website
QU Campus Recreation has created a Facebook so students/families/alumni who do not have access to Instagram, link below.
Connect with RecWell on Facebook
If your student is under the age of 18 and will not be 18 by the time they move onto campus please reach out to Campus Recreation at recreation@qu.edu for a copy of the Fitness Center waiver.
For the most up-to-date hours, changes in schedule or announcements, be sure to visit recwell.qu.edu
Monday - Thursday: 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday: 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Monday - Thursday: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
For the most up-to-date hours, changes in schedule or announcements, be sure to visit recwell.qu.edu
The CARE Team seeks to support students in overcoming obstacles and reducing distress. Led by well-trained and experienced professional staff members, CARE offers non-clinical support and connection to resources to address areas of concern that may arise during a student’s time at Quinnipiac.
Did you know that 1 in 3 first-year students have a concern addressed by the CARE Team? If your Bobcat has any concerns that arise during their time at Quinnipiac, know that the CARE Team is here to support your student.
Common concerns addressed by the CARE Team:
Excessive stress/anxiety
Interpersonal conflict
Academic concerns
Death of a loved one/family member
Transitional issues: homesickness/trouble making friends
To learn about the CARE Team, types of concerns addressed and supported by CARE and resources of support for students, please visit qu.edu/care.
Dear Bobcat Parents,
Below you will find a copy of the letter your student received about room selection for the 2025-2026 academic year. We look forward to having your student on campus next year.
The Office of Housing is excited to announce the Sophomore and Junior Housing Selection Processes for the 2025-2026 academic year.
To participate, simply sign the Housing Contract and pay the non-refundable Housing Reservation Fee of $500. As you know, living in university-owned housing provides you with opportunities to live close to your friends and classes, participate in study groups, gain easy access to programs/activities and receive 24-hour support from Housing & Residential Life staff.
Review and Sign the Fall 2025 / Spring 2026 Housing Contract (full year contract)
Pay a $500 non-refundable Housing Reservation Fee
3-Year Housing Requirement: All undergraduate students are required to live in Quinnipiac housing for their first 3 years. If you are required to live on campus and do not participate in the selection process, you will be financially responsible for the room and board charges for both fall and spring semesters.
Selection Numbers: A selection number will be randomly assigned to each student who has paid the non-refundable $500 Housing Reservation Fee and agreed to the Housing Contract by 11:59 p.m. on Friday, March 21, which is the deadline to participate in this Housing Selection Process.
Selection numbers will be posted on MyHousing on Thursday, March 27, after 2 p.m.
Assignments/Selection: Based on availability, students will have the option of selecting individual rooms or selecting an entire living unit. Students in partially filled units will be consolidated. Students can form single gender groups or mixed gender groups.
Note: Students participating in the housing selection process who do not choose a room by the end of the process will have a room assigned to them by the Office of Housing.
Gender Inclusive Housing
Students in mixed gender, gender inclusive, groups will participate in the Gender Inclusive Housing Process. Quinnipiac is committed to attempting to provide enough beds to accommodate all the students interested in Gender Inclusive Housing. Students participating in this selection process will choose from a list of available spaces that have been predetermined in a designated area. The deadline for forming a gender inclusive roommate group is March 28. We encourage participants in gender inclusive housing to form groups that will fill entire suites / apartments. Students in partially filled apartments will be consolidated. Please note: By participating in the gender inclusive housing process and/or selecting a gender inclusive space, you are agreeing to live with a student of any gender.
Sophomore Housing in The Grove
A limited number of rising sophomore students are invited to apply to live in The Grove and participate in the co-curricular experience working on a year-long project working with faculty and student mentors to develop a "big idea." As a group of students, they will make real-world connections to the community to advance their understanding and their thinking about their idea of interest. Participation in the Grove experience is required for sophomore housing in The Grove. Rising sophomores may apply to participate in the Grove program. Students who apply and are selected for this role will reside in The Grove and will not be eligible to participate in Sophomore Housing Selection. Applications for Sophomore Grove housing are due March 1.
Housing selection for Juniors: April 1 and 2.
Junior Housing options include: Crescent, Westview, Townhouses, Eastview and Whitney Village.
Housing Selection for Sophomore Housing Selection will be on April 7 and 8.
Sophomore Housing options include: The Hill, The Village, Sahlin, Bakke, Founders, Larson, Perlroth, Troup and Crescent.
Students seeking a medical accommodation for housing should complete the accommodation request form. This form must be completed by your physician and submitted to the Office of Student Accessibility by email at access@quinnipiac.edu. Requests for medical accommodations must be submitted by March 1 for consideration prior to the room selection process. Students are required to renew their accommodations with OSA each year. Please note submission of an accommodation form does not guarantee students the building/room/room type of their choice.
All residential students are required to have a meal plan. Students living in residence halls on campus will default to the Platinum plan, but can change to the Silver, Gold, Platinum+ or Diamond plans. Students living in Whitney Village will be assigned the Bronze plan with the opportunity to upgrade their plan.
Housing Reservation Fees and Housing Contracts will be accepted on MyHousing. To complete the Housing Contract and pay the housing reservation fee, please select the “Housing Requests and Contracts” tab, then select "Housing Contract.” After completing the contract, you will be directed to the online payment portal.
You will not receive a selection number unless you have agreed to the Housing Contract and paid the $500 housing reservation fee. Please note the reservation fee can be paid by credit card (service fee applies) or electronic check (no additional cost).
Once you have completed the application process, you will be able to select roommates. Click on the “Room Selection” tab, then “Select Roommates/Suitemates.” You will only be able to select others who have completed the Housing Contract and paid the $500 Housing Reservation Fee. Roommate selection for single gender groups will remain open throughout the selection process. Students forming gender inclusive groups must be fully matched by noon on March 29.
If you have any questions about the Housing Selection Process, our staff are available in the Office of Housing in the Student Affairs Center behind the Bobcat Den. We are open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
We are excited to have you live on campus next year!
The Office of Housing
Our staff are available in the Office of Housing in the Student Affairs Center behind the Bobcat Den. We are open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. We are also available as follows:
Phone: 203-582-8666
Email: housing@qu.edu
View hours, locations and menus
Meal plans are refreshed at the beginning of each semester, and students are able to purchase individually priced items that meet their health and nutritional goals. Explore resources to help you stay on track throughout the semester
We hope this message finds you well. As we continue to enhance our campus services, we would like to inform you of some important protocols regarding package deliveries. Please read the following guidelines carefully to ensure smooth and efficient handling of your mail and packages:
Unified Address for All Deliveries: All mail and packages should be addressed to 275 Mount Carmel Avenue, Hamden, regardless of your office, residence hall, or housing location. Please do not use 305 Sherman Avenue for mail or package deliveries.
Use Your Official Name: Ensure that the name on your mail or packages matches the name you used with Admissions at the time of your application. Unless you have updated your name with the Registrar’s Office, this is the only name Mail Services recognizes. Avoid using nicknames, screen names or pet names.
Include Your Mail Services Code (MSC): Always include your uniquely assigned Mail Services Code (MSC) on each envelope and package. This code helps us accurately identify the recipient, especially for students with similar names.
Plan for Weekends and Holidays: Mail Services is closed on weekends and university holidays. Please plan your deliveries accordingly, as locating packages delivered during these times can be challenging if they are not delivered to Mail Services on the Mount Carmel campus.
Official Receiving Location: The Mail Services office on the Mount Carmel campus is the designated receiving location for all mail and packages. The locker locations in the student centers are not equipped or staffed to handle deliveries, particularly outside their operating hours.
Prompt Package Pickup: Please heed Mail Services delivery notifications and pick up your mail and packages promptly to avoid any inconvenience.
Third-party delivery companies: We strongly encourage you to use companies that have trusted experience and knowledge of Quinnipiac delivery protocols (FedEx, UPS, USPS, DHL, OnTrac and Amazon). Others have not been successful in following our hours of operation and location for mail delivery. This could lead to loss of a package.
Students should not meet drivers for pick-ups: There have been cases where delivery drivers have not been consistent in their delivery of packages. Avoid non-insured companies that cannot be verified for delivery. Additionally, these companies are not allowed on campus for deliveries.
Thank you for your attention to these guidelines. By following these protocols, you will help ensure that all deliveries are handled efficiently and securely. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mail Services.
Shalom to all,
I hope wherever you are – that it is good for you. Here at the Hereld House, students are enjoying themselves at Shabbat, celebrating together with 23+ students every week!
Students are coming early to visit and help set up and they are staying late to clean up.
They are helping with tasks and playing more ping-pong than the table has seen in years! It is really great!
Many times, family will come visit with your children – please know you are ALWAYS welcome to join us for brachot and dinner.
As always – if there is anything I can do for you – or your child, please reach out and I will reach back.
Purim will be upon us during the upcoming vacation in March, I hope everyone has a wonderful and safe holiday, and after Purim in April is Pessach. Please know that as always – our family hosts seder at our home and all students are welcome. I will be sending out this information in an email before vacation.
I hope everyone has a wonderful spring. I send Much Shalom to you all.
With much best,
Rabbi Reena
Students and families can review the international website at international.qu.edu for helpful information and upcoming events. New and continuing students can access their immigration documents and requests in the ISS Portal.
You can reach us by email at oiss@qu.edu or visit our office in the Arnold Bernhard Library 122S, across from One Stop. You can also follow us on Instagram at @qu.oiss and @quglobalpartners.
During the spring semester, students will be studying in Croatia, Czech Republic, England, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Poland, Scotland and Spain. Our faculty-led programs are traveling to the Bahamas, Bonaire, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Guatemala, Italy, Japan, Morocco, Poland and Portugal.
We are excited to see our students exploring and thriving in such diverse international settings!
For more information, please visit educationabroad.qu.edu or email study.abroad@quinnipiac.edu.
Are you planning to secure an educational loan to finance the balance due on your student’s spring semester invoice?
Please refer to the financial aid loans webpage for borrowing options and more detailed information.
Many students use outside scholarships as a resource to help with funding their education. We encourage all students to research outside scholarship opportunities. Learn more about searching for scholarships.
For any questions or to speak with a financial aid counselor, please call 203-582-8750 or visit the Financial Aid Office in the Echlin Center. Counselors are available Monday – Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Students registered for the January and Spring 2025 terms must have paid their balance or set up a payment plan by December 17. There is still time to sign up for a payment plan and missed installments are due at the time of enrollment. Students with unpaid balances and no payment plan will have holds placed on their accounts and late fees applied.
Please reference the following for assistance as needed:
Students and proxies can visit Self-Service to review the invoice and make a payment.
Self-Service Student Finance Guide provides complete instructions on using Self-Service to set up a proxy, view and pay invoices and set up a payment plan.
Review the Resolve a Balance Due page of our website for help with resolving a balance.
As required by the Internal Revenue Service ("IRS"), Form 1098-T is mailed by January 31 to all students who had qualified tuition and other related educational expenses paid during the previous calendar year.
The information reported on Form 1098-T is intended to help students evaluate their eligibility for education tax assistantships as part of their federal income tax return. While it is a good starting point, the 1098-T, as designed and regulated by the IRS, does not contain all of the information needed to claim a tax credit. It is up to each taxpayer to determine eligibility for the credits and how to calculate them. IRS Publication 970 "Tax Benefits for Higher Education" as well as Chapter 35 of IRS Publication 17 provide additional information on these credits.
More information about 1098Ts can be found on the 1098T page of our website.
While the 1098T is mailed to the student, students can also find their 1098T in Self-Service> Tax Information> 1098T Information
Email is the best way to reach us. Please allow 1–2 business days for a response, and we look forward to assisting you. Email us at onestop@qu.edu
All students are reminded to check their student account balance in Self-Service regularly.
Log into Self-Service
Outstanding balances result in financial holds and can lead to a late fee charge. A financial hold prevents students from registering for classes, adding or dropping a class, receiving final grades or transcripts and more.
Please reference the following for assistance as needed:
The Self-Service Finance Guide provides complete instructions on using Self-Service to set up a proxy, view and pay invoices and set up a payment plan.
Costs and budgets provide detailed information on tuition and fees.
The Paying for College section provides information to answer most financial aid questions.
Additional questions which are not addressed above, should be directed to One Stop at onestop@qu.edu.
Commencement is approaching. If your student is planning to graduate in 2025, please remind them to complete the Graduation Application. This will help ensure that they receive all communication regarding activities leading up to commencement as well as all important information they need to know about the day.
The Graduation Application is located at your students' Self Service under the ‘Graduation Overview.’
Please see the Spring 2025 academic calendar for important dates.
The Parking Rules and Regulations will continue to be enforced. Please note the following reminders:
First-year students may not bring their vehicle to campus for the Spring term.
Sophomores must park their vehicles in the York Hill Garage.
Juniors, seniors and graduate students should consult the maps which show the parking permit types permitted to park in each lot.
Public Safety enforces all parking rules and regulations and will be ticketing and towing as needed.
Students with three or more unpaid parking violations will have a hold placed on their account and will be subject to towing until the violations are paid in full.
Per the Quinnipiac University Rules and Regulations each permit allows parking in certain designated lots. Please find the list of available lots under Parking Permit Classifications and Locations on our website.
Campus maps will help to identify the lots for which the permit entitles the driver to park.
All students with vehicles on campus must check their email regularly, especially when inclement weather is expected. Students will be asked to move their vehicles during inclement weather to allow facilities to clear parking lots. Students who fail to move their vehicles risk a ticket and tow.
Any questions, please reach out to One Stop Auxiliary Services at parking@qu.edu. Learn more on the parking page of our website.
An overview of the shuttle schedule can be found on the Quinnipiac shuttle page.
Our shuttles are here to provide constant, reliable transportation to our students. As with any commute, students should allow themselves ample time to travel to their destination. Students are encouraged to download the Passio GO! app for live mapping of the shuttles.
If your student is experiencing any concerns or issues with the shuttles, please email us at qushuttles@qu.edu.
Students, staff and faculty are reminded that reports of sexual misconduct, harassment, intimate partner/dating violence, stalking, bias and discrimination should be made to the Title IX Office and Bias Response Office.
Public Safety is located in the heart of the Mount Carmel Campus on Bobcat Way in a stand-alone building. Our department is always open to assist our students, faculty, staff and parents.
Public Safety is responsible for the protection of lives and property at Quinnipiac. We strive to achieve this goal through proactive patrol (vehicle, foot, bike and video surveillance), investigations of incidents, victim assistance and educational programs. We provide campus coverage 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
Our mission is to provide the highest level of service, safety and security to the Quinnipiac community through an unwavering commitment to our core values, which are R.E.S.P.E.C.T.:
Responsibility
Excellence
Service
Professionalism
Education
Compassion
Trust
Are you receiving the Quinnipiac emergency alerts? If you are not receiving the alerts and wish to do so, please have your student log into Self-Service and add emergency contacts on the bottom. Parents can’t log into this site, only the students. Please be advised that you will receive all alerts from Quinnipiac (bear sighting, road closures, weather alerts, emergency situations, etc). You will receive the alerts (as texts, phone calls and emails) in real time.
Familiarize yourself with Quinnipiac’s Emergency Preparedness Procedures
In an emergency, always call 911 first.
Register for approved Quinnipiac University emergency communications and other important information via text message and email. You may also register for Guardian and transform your mobile phone into a personal alarm beacon. In the event of an emergency, critical information you elect to share will be provided to Quinnipiac University to help them more quickly respond and help you. This service is provided to you free of charge by Quinnipiac University. Learn more about Rave
Quinnipiac Public Safety is available 24/7 for a safety escort. Public Safety officers will drive or walk you to/from your vehicle or classroom at any time and for any reason.
For all other emergencies, or requests for help, contact:
Public Safety: 203-582-6200
Student Affairs: 203-582-8753
Our Commencement website will be updated with information throughout the spring semester. You can access the site at https://commencement.qu.edu. All eligible graduates will receive information throughout the semester via their Quinnipiac email. Please make sure your student is regularly checking their Quinnipiac email.
Friday, May 9, M&T Bank Arena, York Hill Campus
1 p.m. — Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine Commencement
5 p.m. — School of Law Commencement
Saturday, May 10, Quad, Mount Carmel Campus
10 a.m. — School of Education and School of Nursing Undergraduate and Graduate Commencement
3 p.m. — College of Arts and Sciences and School of Communications Undergraduate and Graduate Commencement
Sunday, May 11, Quad, Mount Carmel Campus
10 a.m. — School of Business and School of Computing and Engineering Undergraduate and Graduate Commencement
3 p.m. — School of Health Sciences Undergraduate and Graduate Commencement
We invite you to join us for a reception at the conclusion of your ceremony. The reception will offer light refreshments and an opportunity to meet up with your families and take photos. The faculty and platform parties also attend the post-ceremony reception. The reception is not mandatory.
Congratulations! Your student has almost completed their undergraduate education here at Quinnipiac University. We are gearing up to meet with students to assist them in planning for and making the transition to their graduate program.
During the fall semester, graduate admissions held the initial "Transition to Graduate School" meeting with students. Katie Ludovico, senior associate director of graduate admissions, explained the admissions process to students and shared the “Transition to Grad School” form, which serves as their application to graduate school at Quinnipiac.
As we kick off the spring semester, we will start to meet with students to complete the "Transition to Graduate School" meetings. These meetings have been scheduled in collaboration with their program directors and/or schools, graduate financial aid, graduate student affairs and graduate admissions.
During this second meeting, the students learn about graduate student life and graduate engagement opportunities from graduate student affairs. Graduate financial aid shares in-depth information on how to finance their graduate education including the costs, timelines and paperwork. All students who attend this session can access the handouts on Blackboard under the "Organization" section they have been invited to join. This allows them to easily share that information with you. These sessions will be conducted by Heather Hamilton, director of graduate financial aid, and Gina Frank, dean of graduate student affairs.
All events have passed, but the make-up date for everyone is Monday, March 3 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., SB-109.
In addition, we are excited to share that your student will be invited to an event on Tuesday, April 8 at 4 p.m. to celebrate their accomplishment in completing their undergrad degree and joining graduate school at Quinnipiac. The provost, chief experience officer, academic deans and faculty will be there to welcome students to grad school. Each student will receive an academic cord to designate them as a dual-degree student who will be entering our graduate programs.
For questions, please feel free to contact us at:
Graduate Admissions: graduate.admissions@quinnipiac.edu
Graduate Financial Aid: gradfinaid@quinnipiac.edu
Graduate Student Affairs: gradaffairs@quinnipiac.edu
Quinnipiac has launched the first comprehensive fundraising campaign in our history! Titled “For the Ambitious, A Campaign for the Next Century,” this $160 million initiative looks towards the University’s centennial in 2029, and celebrates our legacy of achieving new possibilities.
“We are launching a historic undertaking that will enable us to continue to fuel the ambitions of the change-makers, world-shakers and mold-breakers,” said Nick Wormley ’00, MBA ‘02, vice president for alumni and development. Your students are the reason we strive to always do more.
Head to ambitious.qu.edu to learn more about our campaign vision, priorities, and commitment to our community.
Want to join us in our ambitious effort? Parents and families play a pivotal role as volunteers by leveraging their expertise and networks, and as donors through our Parents & Families Leadership Council.
For more information on how to get involved, please contact:
Jenna L. McClain Morlong
Director of Development for Parents and Families
203-582-7294
jenna.mcclain@qu.edu
Learn more and get involved in Parents and Family Leadership Council
Parents of current students have created an independent Facebook group — Quinnipiac University Families Helping Families — designed to help other current parents and families.
As you plan your visit to Quinnipiac, check out the recently launched Hamden community app, Hello Hamden This app features news, events and pertinent information about what is going on in the Hamden area. Download the app
Our faculty and staff are dedicated to your students' success and well-being. There are numerous ways for your students to access support — many of which can be found on this portal. From seeing faculty in office hours to meeting with a peer tutor in the Learning Commons or an adviser in career services, we have the resources to support every student. Learn more by exploring our parents and families portal today.
Please note:
To view this portal, you must have proxy access granted by your student. Learn more about proxy access
Parents and relatives will need to login with their Quinnipiac issued username when being granted student access to “academic” or “financial” proxy information.
The use of non-Quinnipiac usernames or email addresses (including but not limited to Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo, etc.) can no longer be accepted per Microsoft information security mandates.
In the event you need to set a password for your Quinnipiac issued parent or relative account, please visit the password reset page
If you don’t know your parent or relative account information, reach out to help@qu.edu and someone will reach out to assist you further.
Prospective parents and families are invited with their prospective undergraduate student to explore our stunning campuses, experience our expansive and inclusive communities, get a feel for our immersive academic programs and meet engaged and invested faculty and students.
With beaches, amusement and adventure parks, hiking, boating, theater, history, museums, concerts, restaurants, shopping, resorts, and more, there's always something to do.
Explore our recommendations for what to do in the area, where to stay, places to eat and how to get here.
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