Parent and Family Orientation
Parent and Family Orientation
Parents and family supporters contribute to student success. Parent and Family Orientation (PFO) runs concurrently with New Student Orientation and helps establish the partnership with parents and family supporters through sessions and panels that focus on student success resources and tools, college and major requirements, university policies and financial aid. By attending PFO, parent and family supporters learn more about their role as coaches in their student’s transition and success at SDSU.
Students that do not attend NSO will have to complete mandatory SDSU training at a later date which may cause course registration delay for the next semester. NSO provides students with a foundation for the rest of their time at SDSU.
Prior to completing the reservation, we highly encourage new parents and family supporters to become familiar with the information on this website. Remind your student to begin checking their SDSUid (@sdsu.edu student email, not their personal email) for updates and communication from the university.
Information is subject to change.
Parent and Family supporters are strongly encouraged to attend Parent and Family Orientation (PFO), which runs concurrently with NSO. In order to attend PFO, the student must register the parent/family supporter as a guest, which includes separate charges. Please refer to the NSO page for fees. This is a great opportunity for parents and family supporters to learn about SDSU and become a member of the Aztec Parents Association. The student will have the opportunity to register any parents and family supporters when they register for NSO.
Please note: Once students register parents and family supporters for Parent and Family Orientation and members of our Aztec Parents Association, they’ll start receiving communications from SDSU (i.e. emails, monthly e-newsletter, News for Aztec Parents Magazine, etc.) To learn more about the benefits of registering for orientation and being a member of our Aztec Parents Association, please visit our website or please see our Advantages of Attending PFO below.
We highly encourage all students, parents and family supporters to join us at PFO.
General Dates
Please refer to the student page for general dates. Dates vary based on if the student is a first-year or transfer student.
NSO Dates
NSO is a one-day program. Dates for first-year students are offered in July. Dates for transfer students are offered in August. Not all colleges/majors are represented on each day. A list of NSO dates by major and college will be available later this year. Please refer to the student page for NSO dates. Dates vary based on if the student is a first-year or transfer student.
All dates are subject to change. Some of the listed dates may be full at the time of making the NSO reservation. Once in the reservation system, the student will be able to choose from ONLY the dates still available for their major/college. If no dates are available to choose from, please contact NSPP at [email protected]
Advantages of Attending PFO
- Become a member of the Aztec Parents Association, a seamless process to begin getting information from SDSU.
- Receive the pre-orientation modules full of valuable information to help you support your student at SDSU.
- Learn how to contribute to the personal development and academic success of your student.
- Be introduced to programs, resources and student support services
- Learn about your student’s academic program and campus policies and procedures.
- Connect with faculty, staff, and student leaders who will impact your student’s experience.
As our partner in your student's success, please review this page regarding your student’s pre-orientation requirements prior to attending New Student Orientation (NSO).
Modules
Parents and family supporters are welcome to review the online modules as well by opening the email, clicking pre-orientation modules and selecting “GUEST LOGIN.” It is required for students to complete the modules, but it is not required for parents and family supporters to complete them.
Tips
- Total time to complete the pre-orientation modules is approximately 45-60 minutes.
- You must complete each section to move onto the next section.
Plan to complete the pre-orientation modules in one sitting. Logging in and out of the system may cause issues.
Complete the Steps to Enroll
The new student must complete the steps to enroll before attending NSO. Parents or family supporters may review these steps.
SDSUCard
For your student to receive their SDSU ID card on their Orientation date they will need to complete the steps below by Sunday, June 15. They will need their student REDID number (nine-digit number) and a government issued form of identification.
Student steps
- Create an account on the GET mobile app using your SDSUid email address.
- If you have a preferred first name, please use that to create your account.
- Upload a photo and valid U.S. Government issued ID on the GET mobile app.
Check out the video on How to Get Your Card Step-by-Step.
Make sure you’ve read through the pre-orientation section before moving onto this section. New Student Orientation (NSO) and Parent and Family Orientation run concurrently for all first-year orientation programs and select transfer orientation programs.
- If you need to make travel accommodations, special discounts can be found on the Bartell Hotels and SDSU page. Bartell Hotels offers eight unique hotels and you are encouraged to make reservations early. Ask for the “SDSU Friends and Family Rate.”
Note: All parents/guests that want to attend with their student are required to register to attend Parent and Family Orientation. We encourage no more than two parents/family supporters per student to register for Parent and Family Orientation. Guests younger than 15 are not encouraged to attend.
Schedule
All sessions will be on-campus. Plan to be on-campus from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
What to Bring
- Bring valid picture identification, such as a U.S. driver’s license/REAL ID, U.S. ID card, passport or military ID.
- Wear casual clothing (i.e. a light jacket, hat/sunglasses and comfortable shoes for walking around campus).
- Bring an electronic device like an iPad, tablet, or laptop. Mobile devices are not recommended as they do not support the full experience.
- Optional: Bring snacks, a reusable water bottle, sunscreen and money if you plan to shop at the SDSU Bookstore. Lunch is provided for confirmed students and paid guest(s).
Transportation and Parking
We encourage use of the MTS trolley or bus to reach SDSU. SDSU is conveniently located on the MTS Green Line trolley and many MTS stations offer free parking. Google Maps and the Transit App provide directions to SDSU Station via transit. The Green Line Guide is designed to help you navigate public transportation to and from SDSU with ease. Carpooling is strongly encouraged for those that drive as campus parking is limited.
If you choose to drive, a paid valid parking permit is required on campus at all times. A validated 1-day (6 a.m.-8 p.m.) parking permit for P3 will be available for purchase through the “Know before you go” email. The digital permit will be valid during the NSO date only and cannot be switched.
A valid parking permit is required on campus at all times. Regulations are enforced at all times. Do not park outside P3 or in any reserved, faculty-staff, or other specially marked space. Failure to obtain a valid parking permit may result in a citation.
To pay for additional parking, visitors are encouraged to use the PayByPhone app or a pay station. For more information about parking and transportation options, visit the Parking and Transportation website.
Tips
- Get a good night’s rest and eat breakfast before arriving.
- Attend the full program.
- Remind your student to know their RedID number (9 digit number that starts with “1” or “8”).
- Remind your student to know their SDSUid (@sdsu.edu student email) and password.
Orientación en español para padres y familias:
12 de julio
Asegúrese de haber leído la sección de pre-orientación antes de pasar a esta sección. La Orientación para Nuevos Estudiantes (NSO) Y la Orientación para Padres y Familias (PFO) se ocurren al mismo tiempo. La sección de pre-orientación está en inglés.
- Si necesita hacer arreglos de viaje, se pueden encontrar descuentos especiales en la página de Bartell Hotels y SDSU. Bartell Hotels ofrece 8 hoteles únicos y se recomienda hacer reservaciones con anticipación. Pida la "Tarifa para Amigos y Familia de SDSU."
Nota: Todos los padres/invitados que deseen asistir con su estudiante deben registrarse para asistir a la Orientación para Padres y Familias. Se recomienda que no más de dos padres o apoyos familiares por estudiante se registren para la Orientación para Padres y Familias. No se recomienda la asistencia de invitados menores de 15 años.
Horario
Todas las sesiones serán en el campus. La orientación es un evento de un día. Planeé estar en el campus desde las 8 a.m. hasta las 4 p.m. Recibirá un correo electrónico con su horario para el día del evento.
Qué traer
- Recuerde a su estudiante que traiga:
- Identificación con foto válida, como una licencia de conducir/Real ID de los Estados Unidos, tarjeta de identificación de los Estados Unidos, pasaporte o identificación militar.
- Ropa casual, como una chaqueta ligera, sombrero/gafas de sol y zapatos cómodos para caminar por el campus.
- Un dispositivo electrónico como un iPad, tableta o computadora portátil. No se recomienda el uso de dispositivos móviles, ya que no ofrecen la experiencia completa.
- Opcional: Traiga bocadillos, una botella de agua reutilizable, protector solar y dinero para comprar en la librería de SDSU.
Transporte y Estacionamiento
Se recomienda el uso del tranvía MTS o el autobús para llegar a SDSU. SDSU está convenientemente ubicado en la línea verde del tranvía MTS y muchas estaciones de MTS ofrecen estacionamiento gratuito. Google Maps y la aplicación Transit proporcionan direcciones a la estación SDSU a través del transporte público. La Guía de la Línea Verde está diseñada para ayudarle a navegar el transporte público hacia y desde SDSU con facilidad. Se recomienda el uso de vehículos compartidos para aquellos que conduzcan, ya que el estacionamiento en el campus es limitado.
Si elige conducir, se requiere un permiso de estacionamiento válido y pagado en el campus en todo momento. Un permiso de estacionamiento validado por un día (de 6 a.m. a 8 p.m.) para el P3 estará disponible para su compra a través del correo electrónico "Know before you go." El permiso digital será válido solo durante la fecha de la NSO y no puede ser cambiado.
Se requiere un permiso de estacionamiento válido en el campus en todo momento. Las regulaciones se aplican en todo momento. No estacione fuera del P3 ni en ningún espacio reservado, para personal docente, o en otro espacio especialmente marcado. No obtener un permiso de estacionamiento válido puede resultar en una multa.
Para pagar por estacionamiento adicional, se recomienda a los visitantes utilizar la aplicación PayByPhone o una estación de pago. Para obtener más información sobre opciones de estacionamiento y transporte, visite el sitio web de Estacionamiento y Transporte.
After the student’s orientation date, they will be expected to complete the post-orientation requirements located in Canvas. The Canvas modules that must be completed will include Canvas 101, Aztec Culture Education, and Opioid Training and Education. More information on the modules and how to access them will be to the student available later. Post-orientation modules will be due on Monday, August 18, at 7:59 p.m. PST
Please remind your students to complete the post-orientation Canvas modules.
Fees
Parent & Family Programs Fee: A one-time fee of $55 for every first guest added to a New Student Orientation reservation and a fee of $25 for every additional guest added thereafter.
The items listed below are covered by the Parent & Family Programs Fee and are available to all parents and family supporters.
- Pre-Orientation
- Access to the online pre-orientation Modules
- Parent and Family Orientation
- Post-Orientation
- New Student and Family Convocation
- News for Aztec Parents Magazine
- Invitation to register for Family Weekend
- Parent and Family e-Newsletter (monthly)
- SDSU Parent & Family Facebook Group (official)
- Parent Liaison
- Aztec Parents Association Membership
- Parent involvement plays a key role in the success of students. The Aztec Parents Association (APA) is an organization dedicated to keeping parents and family supporters involved in their student’s education. Membership makes it easy to stay involved with what’s going on at the university and provides direct invitations to all parent and family supporter events. Members have access to a knowledgeable, personal contact in the Office of New Student and Parent Programs.
- Membership in the Aztec Parents Association is valid as long as the student is attending SDSU.
