Family Events

Stay connected with Pitzer through events that bring families together to engage, learn, and build community.

Family Weekend 2025 on Campus

Upcoming Family Events

Commencement

Celebrate your student’s achievements at Commencement, a meaningful ceremony honoring the graduating class and their accomplishments.

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Summer Welcome Receptions

Connect with fellow incoming families and Pitzer staff at Summer Welcome Receptions hosted in cities across the country before the academic year begins.

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Family Orientation and Move-In Day

Kick off your student’s Pitzer journey with Family Orientation and Move-In, where you’ll receive important information, meet campus partners, and help your student settle in.

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Family Weekend 2026

Join us on campus for Family Weekend, a special opportunity to experience Pitzer alongside your student, connect with other families, and engage in campus life.

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Family at Family Weekend 2025

Founders Day

Founders Day is a time to reflect on the vision and values that shaped Pitzer — and to bring those values to life through service. In the spirit of our founders, we invite alumni, families, students, and friends to join together in meaningful acts of service that strengthen our communities and deepen our shared commitment to the common good.

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Family Weekend 2025 Highlights

Family Weekend 2025