Parents Program Records

Collection

Call Number: UA191

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Scope and Contents

The collection contains photographs, publications, and documentation concerning the Parents Program.

Dates

Creation: 1995 -- 2009

Creator

University Advancement Division (Organization)

Language of Materials

English

Access

This collection is open for research. This collection may require review before it is available for use. Please contact DCA for further details.

Conditions Governing Use

Some material in this collection may be protected by copyright and other rights. Please see “Reproductions and Use” on the Digital Collections and Archives website for more information about reproductions and permission to publish. Copyright to all materials created by Tufts University employees in the course of their work is held by the Trustees of Tufts University.

Biographical / Historical

The Parents Program connects students’ families with the Tufts community through the encouragement of philanthropy and participation in leadership activities and events. Events for Tufts parents are held on campus as well around the United States and internationally. One of the major components of the Parents Program is the Parents Leadership Council (PLC), where parents can act as ambassadors and leadership donors for the university, motivating others to make philanthropic gifts. Members of the PLC also have opportunities to give feedback on special projects and activities.

Another hallmark event for the Parents Program is Parents and Family Weekend, traditionally held each October on the Medford campus. Parents and family members of Tufts students are invited to come meet faculty, staff, and other students, as well as attend lectures, career-coaching sessions, sporting events, and performances.