Dear Tulane Family Member, 

With Spring Break behind them and final exams in a month, students are in that final push to enjoy end-of-semester events and finish their coursework. Check in with your student to help them make the most of resources and plan wisely. These articles will give you great background for conversations:

Upcoming Family Webinars 

Getting Ahead with Newcomb-Tulane College Summer School

Volunteer for Virtual Interviews to Help Tulane Students Master Career Readiness 

Final Exam Accommodations Request Deadline: April 24

Commencement Preparation Reminders and Deadlines

Spring Residence Hall Move-Out: Important Dates, Procedures, and Resources

Introducing Tulane Hospitality FaceTime Tours

Give Green, our 9th annual day to celebrate and support all that we love about Tulane, is coming up April 7 - 8. Gifts of all sizes are appreciated. In previous years, gifts from parents and families have made a big impact. Watch for more details on how you can amplify your support through generous matches and challenges. If you want to get a head start, early giving is already open!

If you have any questions, please email families@tulane.edu.

Warm regards,

Penny Wyatt
Director of Family Programs and External Relations
Division of Student Affairs

Register for our next Family Webinars: 

Supporting Your Student Through Academic Planning & Course Registration      

Tues., Apr. 7, 2026, 6 - 7 p.m. Central Time

Designed specifically for parents of first-year Tulane students, this parent webinar will help you support your student as they prepare for the registration process for Summer and Fall 2026, which begins this month.

Know Before They Go: Freeman Abroad                                                                                    

Wed., Apr. 22, 2o026, 6 - 7 p.m. Central Time

Offered for parents of Freeman students selected for Fall 2026 programs, this webinar will focus on the practical aspects of your Freeman Abroad student’s journey.

Know Before They Go - Newcomb-Tulane College Study Abroad                         

Tues., Apr. 28, 2026, 6 - 7 p.m. Central Time

Offered for parents of students selected for NTC Fall 2026 and Academic Year 2026-2027 programs, this webinar will focus on the practical aspects of your student’s journey.

All webinars are recorded and posted on the Tulane Family Programs website a few days after the broadcast.

Newcomb-Tulane College Summer School registration is open for Summer 2026!  

Summer is a great time to catch up, get ahead, explore new academic areas, and fulfill core curriculum requirements. Courses are offered online and in-person across three sessions: Maymester from May 11 - 22, Early Summer from May 26 - June 26, and Late Summer from June 29 - July 31. Some courses are also listed as Special Offerings.  

Students may browse all courses on the Schedule of Classes. Here is a quick link on how to search for NTC Summer School courses. Tulane students can register directly for these courses via the Schedule of Classes. 

Feel free to reach out to NTC Summer School at summerschool@tulane.edu or 504.314.2669 with any questions! 

Tulane University hosts Virtual Interview days each semester to provide students enrolled in career development courses with an authentic interviewing experience to help prepare them for successful internship and job searches. We're seeking parent volunteers to pair with students for 30-minute interviews and provide immediate feedback to help them build confidence, expand their networks, and practice interviewing skills they are learning in career courses. 
   
As you may remember from your own undergraduate days, early exposure to professionals across industries--and thoughtful feedback from them--can be transformative. For some students, this will be their very first interview experience, making your role especially impactful in helping them feel prepared and supported. Our students are eager to build their networks and practice their communication skills with you!
   
Because this is a virtual event, there are multiple opportunities over the latter half of April to connect with undergraduates from all majors at times convenient for you. If you are interested in supporting both student populations, you will need to sign up for both interview groups. While the overall structure is similar, standards and expectations vary slightly by program. Career Services provides all the materials you need, including sample interview questions, a feedback rubric, and Zoom links. 

The deadline for students with approved academic accommodations to schedule final exam testing accommodations is 5 p.m. Central, Tues., Apr. 24. 

As a reminder, all students are expected to take final exams at the same time and date as their classes are scheduled to test. The Goldman Center for Student Accessibility does not approve changes in exam scheduling without the professor's explicit, written permission. Students and families should be mindful of the final exam schedule when planning for move-out and traveling home.

Families of students graduating in May can find details on the comprehensive commencement.tulane.edu website, including a sign-up form for email updates. 

Check in with your student about these upcoming deadlines:

Housing and Residence Life (HRL) has important dates and procedures for wrapping up residence hall life on their Spring Move-Out website. Information includes check-out preparation steps and requirements for all students; guidelines for donations, trash, and recycling; approved storage vendors and shipping options; travel discount and airport shuttle details; as well as extended-stay, Maymester, and summer housing application procedures. You can also find a short 2026 Spring Move-Out video tutorial on their website. Handling move-out packing and procedures while studying and taking final exams can be challenging, so check in with your student early about how they are managing those tasks. The HRL Move-Out Checklist on the website is a great resource!

If you're a parent who lives far away or just wants a closer look at our facilities, we’ve got you covered! Hop on a FaceTime call with our Customer Experience Manager for a real‑time walkthrough of the Malkin-Sacks Commons and live Q&A. Supporting our students, and the families who care about them, is always Tulane Hospitality’s top priority. Text 504‑900‑8656 to schedule your call.

Tulane University Office of Family Programs
Email: families@tulane.edu | Web: families.tulane.edu
Toll Free: 877-887-9283