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New Student Orientation

Summer Orientation

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New Student Orientation connects incoming students with members of the HFU community and provides helpful information so students can successfully start their college journey. 

Note: This page is updated regularly — please check back for more information.

Tiger Immersion Days (Choose the One Date That Works for You)

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Visit campus, meet faculty and staff, and engage in the excitement and expectations of college life. (Family members are invited as well!)

Tuesday, June 24th

10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Register Now for June 24

Thursday, July 17th

1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.

Register Now for July 17

Wednesday, August 6th

10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Register Now for August 6

Tiger Launch Day (All New Students Must Register)

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Get final preparation for life as a Tiger. Learn the campus walkways, classroom, buildings and resources for your success.

Thursday, August 21st

9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Register Now

Questions?

As you prepare to become part of the HFU community, these checklists will help you take the next steps.


For additional questions, please feel free to email us at orientation@holyfamily.edu.

Upcoming Events

Tiger Immersion

  • Tuesday, June 24 | 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
  • Thursday, July 17 | 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday, August 6 | 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Move-In Days

  • New Tigers: Wednesday, August 20

Tiger Launch

  • Thursday, August 21  | 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Welcome Weekend

Friday, August 22
  • Off-campus Day Trip (pre-registration required)
  • Residence Life Evening Events
  • Phillies Home Game (pre-registration required)
Saturday, August 23
  • Bingo at Brunch (open to all; meal provided for those without a meal plan)
  • Residence Life Evening Events
Sunday, August 24
  • Mass | 11:00 a.m.
  • Brunch | 11:30 a.m.
  • Honors Program | 12:30 p.m.
  • Convocation | 1:30 p.m.
  • Block Party | 2:30 p.m. 

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