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Guide to Family Weekend

  • The detailed Family Weekend 2015 schedule is available here. The below overview contains at-a-glance information
  • Review our Frequently Asked Questions page.
  • We will be posting pictures daily under the hashtag #ColumbiaFamily on our Facebook and Twitter sites. We hope you will share your photographs and memories as well.

Friday Programming

  • Check-in for pre-registered guests will be available.
  • Walk-in registration will also be available (credit cards, check, and cash accepted).
  • Coat and luggage stowage will be available. Please leave larger items in your student’s room or hotel as space is limited.
  • All Columbia families are invited to gather for the Family Weekend reception.

Saturday Programming

  • Check-in for pre-registered guests will be available. A light breakfast will be provided for guests during this time.
  • Walk-in registration will also be available (credit cards, check, and cash accepted).
  • Complimentary shuttle buses will be available from the Morningside campus to and from Baker Athletics Complex for the Homecoming festivities.

Helpful Hints and Tips

  • Please have photo ID! Residence hall security requires that all guests (including parents) provide photo ID to enter the residences.
  • Remember to wear your Family Weekend name badge for all of our events. It will ensure you are able to access event venues.
  • Your Family Weekend name badge is required for access to Alfred Lerner Hall and all Family Weekend events.
  • Check the weather. Dress casually and for comfort (and wear sensible shoes).
  • Refer to the Morningside Disability Access Map to help identify campus accessibility and contact Disability Services with any questions.
  • All food will be labeled to aid those with special dietary considerations.

Family Engagement

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609 Alfred Lerner Hall
2920 Broadway
New York, NY 10027

Call: (212) 854-2446

Fax: (212) 854-0470

Office Hours
MondayFriday
9:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.