Tartan Family Webinar Series
The Office of Family Engagement offers monthly webinars designed specifically for family members to learn about topics relevant to your student’s experience at Carnegie Mellon.
Please check the upcoming topics and schedule below, as well as recordings from previous webinars.
Upcoming Webinars
Monday, January 27
7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
This webinar will provide an overview of the programming designed for graduating seniors and the opportunities for families to support their students during this milestone semester. Topics will include senior portraits, Senior Week activities, the commencement speaker selection process and details for Commencement Weekend. A representative from the Career and Professional Development Center will also provide guidance for families to share with their students. There will be time during the webinar for attendees to ask questions relating to these topics.
Tuesday, February 11
7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
This webinar will feature Carnegie Mellon University’s Peer Health Advocates (PHAs) and other student leaders who will provide information on the health and well-being resources available to your student. PHAs are NASPA-Certified Peer Educators dedicated to promoting holistic health through culturally responsive programming and one-on-one support.This session will cover the well-being and health services provided by PHAs and greater campus community, and how students can engage with them. This is an opportunity to learn more about CMU through the perspective of CMU students. Attendees will also have an opportunity to ask questions.
Thursday, February 20
7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
Student safety is a top priority at Carnegie Mellon University. Join us for an engaging webinar featuring representatives from the Carnegie Mellon Police Department, Enterprise Risk Management and the Office for Institutional Equity and Title IX. This session will cover important safety topics, including campus security services, online scam prevention, and resources for students’ safety. Families will also have the opportunity to ask questions during a live Q&A. Equip yourself with the knowledge to support your student’s safety both on and off campus.
Wednesday, March 19
7:30pm - 8:30pm ET
Join the Office of International Education (OIE) at Carnegie Mellon to learn more about how your student can participate in Study Abroad opportunities and how OIE supports them through the process.
Previous Webinars
Civility Initiatives
Civility Initiatives aims to strengthen community and interpersonal relationships at CMU. The work of civility supports the academic, diversity and wellbeing goals of the university through skill-building for civil discourse, conflict resolution and restorative practice. In this webinar, families will learn how civility is defined at CMU and how this office cultivates space for free expression.
Housing Selection
CMU's upper-class housing communities are places and spaces designed to cultivate a strong sense of belonging. Our on-campus residents engage in one-on-one interactions, community programming, social hangouts and other unique experiences that far outpace what students generally encounter when living off-campus. The Housing Services and Residential Education discuss Room Selection 2025, when students select their on-campus housing for the next academic year. While showcasing over 800 newly-constructed and remodeled apartment beds that have come online over the past 3 years, this webinar features our evolving, enriching and inclusive residential experience for upper-class students living on-campus.
Financial Aid Process for 2025-2026
Representatives from The HUB will present an overview on services provided through their office, with a focus on information outlining the financial aid process for the 2025-2026 academic year. The HUB will provide insights as to the process and timeline for applying for financial aid, submitting any corresponding documents, receiving award letters, as well as providing any information related to extenuating circumstances.