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Event Highlight

Welcome Week

August 24-29, 2026

Our newest Yellowjackets will arrive to campus ahead of their first semester for a week of fun, connection, and unique Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ traditions! Parents and families of incoming students are invited to join us on campus Monday, August 24–Wednesday, August 26 for specific parent and family programs and activities.

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Rochester Family

This monthly newsletter, especially for parents and families of current undergraduate students, features University news and events, as well as advice and student support resources. Families of incoming fall students will receive their first edition in June, and families of incoming spring students will receive their first edition in January.

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