One of the joys I have is working closely with student-led groups, such as On the Rocks Pub and Grill, Waking Giant Café, bodybuilding club and the 1929 scholarship fund. The 1929 team is once again inviting seniors to donate $19.29. In appreciation, participating students will receive a graduation cord. Additionally, families can purchase a senior 1929 hoodie. You are welcome to donate on their behalf, and items may be picked up a the CXO office in the library. Donate to the 1929 Fund

The 1929 Fund students are also hosting another Breakfast in Bed event on April 18, where students will deliver breakfast by golf cart directly to residence hall rooms. Keep an eye out for the sign‑up link so you can register your Bobcat for this fun and meaningful event. 

This year marks the 15th annual GAME Forum, taking place March 19 to 20 at the Marriott Marquis in New York City. The event attracts more than 1,300 participants from more than 125 universities, featuring 30 panels, 100+ speakers and representatives from 70 companies. It is the largest student-run event of its kind in the world. All students are encouraged to attend. Congratulations to the dedicated student leaders who make this remarkable program possible. More information can be found on the GAME Forum website

QTHON returns soon. This eight-hour dance marathon raises funds for children in need and brings together students, alumni, faculty and staff. Last year, students raised more than $180,000, contributing to more than $1.7 million raised over the past decade. We hope your Bobcat stops by the RecWell Center on Saturday, March 21 to support this incredible cause. Many thanks to our QTHON leadership team. 

The spring semester is full of opportunities for engagement: On April 13 I am hosting this year’s final session of Talk on the Rocks connecting seniors with alumni from variety of professions.  

The Big Event is on April 11. Please have your Bobcat sign up for this impactful day of service. On the Rocks Pub and Grill is offering weekly programming. Follow along on Instagram for updates. Greek Week is April 6 to 10, and, of course, weekly Common Hour programming, all can be found on the university calendar. Explore the Quinnipiac calendar

As always, if you have any questions or need support as you assist your student, please reach out to us at QUParents@qu.edu

Tom Ellett 
Chief Experience Officer (cxo@qu.edu)

Student Experience and Engagement 

Students are invited to take part in QTHON, the university’s annual dance marathon, which will be held on Saturday, March 21. All students are welcome to participate, and donations will directly support Connecticut Children’s Medical Center. 

Save the date for the Student Programming Board’s Wake the Giant concert, scheduled for Sunday, April 26. 

As campus life becomes especially active after spring break, students should check Bobcat Central daily. Many student organizations will be hosting large‐scale spring events throughout the second half of the semester. There is plenty happening on campus right up until the last day of the spring term.

Fraternity and Sorority Life

The Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life is a vibrant piece of campus life where more than 20% of students chose to become members. Membership offers community, avenues for service and philanthropy, lifelong friends and fun! The all-FSL GPA is consistently higher than the all-undergraduate GPA, and our members performed more than 7,330 hours of hands-on service last semester. They also raised an impressive $69,007 for philanthropic causes locally and across the country last semester. 

Save the date for Greek Week 2026. This year’s theme, Keeping Up with Greek Week, gives each team a reality television show to bring to life in a new way! We invite you to attend our signature events during the week of April 6: 

• FSL’s Got Talent – Monday, April 6 in the M&T Bank Arena at 9:15 p.m. 

  • Watch members of the FSL community display their talents for a chance to win. 

• Step, Stroll, Salute Showcase – Tuesday, April 7 in the M&T Bank Arena at 8:30 p.m. 

  • Celebrate the culturally based fraternities and sororities on our campuses, and in the greater New Haven area, as they perform traditional steps, strolls, and salutes for a chance to win. 

• Lip Sync – Wednesday, April 8 in the M&T Bank Arena at 9:15 p.m. 

  • Greek Week’s biggest event features each time performing a dance to a mash-up of songs that best represents their theme. The winners get the coveted Lip Sync Trophy. 

There will also be an opportunity to donate to philanthropy during the Greek Week change challenge as well as any canned goods during our canned goods drive. Feel free to send your Bobcat back to Hamden with some nonperishable goods to benefit the New Haven Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen. Keep up with all the Greek Week fun on Instagram at @qu_greek_week! 

Save the date for FSL Awards 2026. We will be hosting our annual awards ceremony and reception on Thursday, April 16. We’ll be sharing a Zoom link for those who’d like to watch from home and cheer on the community! Ask your student for access to the link as we get closer. 

There are still opportunities to join our community. Please direct your student to QUFSL on Instagram or via email to fslife@qu.edu. If your Bobcat wants to find their home away from home, establish a community of peers with similar values, participate in service/philanthropy events, and have fun, feel free to direct them our way for information about joining.  

Health & Wellness

Counseling Services

Upcoming Events

As we welcome the start of March, Counseling Services has upcoming mental well-being programming designed to support students’ emotional resilience and relationship-building skills. 

March Madness Lunch and Learn: DBT Skills for Distress Tolerance and Emotional Regulation 

Location: North Haven Campus: MNH 240 

March 17 from Noon to 1 p.m. 

Students are invited to bring their lunch and learn Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) informed strategies to better understand and regulate their emotions. This workshop will focus on practical tools for managing stress, navigating difficult moments, and developing healthier emotional responses. 

Stop Arguing and Start Connecting: Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills Workshop 

Location: Arnold Bernhard Library, Room 218 

March 17 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. 

This engaging workshop teaches students how to improve communication, set healthy boundaries and strengthen their relationships. Using evidence-based interpersonal effectiveness skills, students will learn how to build connections rather than conflict. 

Counseling Services Availability 

Counseling Services is available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both the Mount Carmel and North Haven campuses. Students can also speak with a licensed professional 24/7 by calling 203-407-4020, option 3.  

We provide confidential, student-centered support for emotional, social and mental health concerns. Students can schedule appointments in the way that is most convenient for them: 

• By phone: 203-407 4020, option 1 

• By email: QUCounseling.General@hhchealth.org

• Online: Schedule an appointment online

Fitness and Recreation

Recreation

Spring Break Fitness Center Hours

• Friday, March 6 

  • Mount Carmel and York Hill fitness centers: Close at 4 p.m. 

  • North Haven Fitness Center: Regular Operational Hours  

• Saturday, March 7 to Sunday, March 8 

  • All Fitness Centers: Closed  

• Monday, March 9 to Friday, March 13 

  • Mount Carmel and York Hill fitness centers: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

  • North Haven Fitness Center: Regular Operational Hours 

• Saturday, March 14: 

  • All Fitness Centers: Closed 

• Sunday, March 15 

  • Mount Carmel Fitness Center: 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. 

  • York Hill Fitness Center: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.  

  • North Haven Fitness Center: Closed 

Fitness and Wellness 

Free Fitness Classes

Classes have begun! We have classes on all three campuses and there is something scheduled on every day to keep your student moving. 

All levels are welcome – encourage your student to give something a try. 

Sign up 24 hours prior to the class start time at recwell.qu.edu or on our QU RecWell app.

Wellness Wednesdays

1:15 to 3:15 p.m. in the RecWell lobby every week

Look for an email from Student Affairs with the topic of the week, programs, tips and resources. This is especially helpful if you cannot get to the table. 

February topics include: Healthy Body, Self Love, Environmental Well Being and NEDA week

Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR)

Dates will be added all semester long so keep checking for one that works for you.

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade and refer someone to help. Each year thousands of Americans, like you, are saying "Yes" to saving the life of a friend, colleague, sibling, or neighbor. 

Division I Athletics

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Housing and Residential Life

We hope your student is enjoying a restful Spring Break! Our residence halls will reopen on March 15 at 10 a.m., and we look forward to welcoming everyone back to campus for the final stretch of the academic year. 

Room Selection Updates for Rising Sophomores & Juniors 

Room selection season is underway, and we know this can feel like a stressful time for students. Our team is here to support them every step of the way. Below are key upcoming events and deadlines we encourage students to participate in: 

Final Information Session, March 17 during Common Hour 

This session will cover how room selection works, tips for forming a group and what to expect on selection day. 

Roommate Socials 

We are offering two roommate socials for both rising sophomores and rising juniors to help students meet potential roommates and build groups: 

• March 17 at 8 p.m. 

• March 19 at 8 p.m. 

Both events will take place in Larson Hall for rising sophomores and Troup Hall for rising juniors. 

Residence Hall Open Houses 

March 19 from 1 to 4 p.m. 

Students can visit housing areas available for next year to get a better sense of their options. 

Students who attend will be entered into a raffle to win the first pick in the room selection process. Rising sophomores should check in at the Student Affairs building and rising juniors should check in at York Hill Central Duty, Crescent 306. 

Important Deadlines 

• March 20 at 11:59 p.m. – Roommate groups must be formed and fully matched on MyHousing 

• March 27 at noon – Selection numbers will be posted on MyHousing 

• March 31 – Rising Junior housing selection 

• April 2 – Rising Sophomore housing selection 

Parent Information Session Recording 

If you were unable to attend the parent information session, you may view the full recording

We understand that room selection can be overwhelming for students, and we encourage them to take advantage of the info session, roommate socials and open house tours. These events are the best way to get questions answered, meet potential roommates, and feel confident going into the process. 

As always, thank you for partnering with us to support your student. If questions arise, we are here to help. 

Questions

If you or your student have any questions about the Housing Selection Process, our is available in the Office of Housing in the Student Affairs Center behind the Bobcat Den. We are open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Dining Updates

Learn more about meal plans

Meal Point Balances

As we are coming to the close of the academic year, students should be especially mindful of their meal points.  All students are encouraged to check their meal points at least once a week by installing the Transact app on their mobile device or accessing the Transact website. Comparing the actual meal point balance to the week-by-week guidelines will help students to stay on track.  

Too many points  

Any leftover meal points will roll over from the fall to the spring semester. However, spring semester points will expire if they are not used at the end of the term.  

Students with too many points have three options available to them:  

• Consider transferring points to another student. 

  • Learn more about the meal point transfer process

  • Log into Quinnipiac's meal point transfer system

• Participate in the Tap Out Hunger program and donate meal points to charity. 

  • This program opens in April.  

• Purchase food or beverages in bulk quantities directly from the dining hall to bring home. 

  • Dining services offer limited items based on cost value at the end of each year.  There is a sign-up process announced in April and pick-ups take place in the final weeks of the semester. Students will receive a notification when the bulk purchasing opportunity begins.  

Too few points  

Students who have fewer points than the budget recommends can:

• Negotiate a transfer of points from another student. 

  • Learn more about the meal point transfer process

  • Log into Quinnipiac's meal point transfer system

• Supplement with Q-Cash.

  • The dining facilities accept Q-Cash and credit cards. Q-Cash acts as a debit account separate from the student's meal plan, and students may add Q-Cash to their account at any time by making a deposit on the Transact page. Parents and guardians can also make guest deposits. In addition to each dining location on our three campuses, Q-Cash is accepted at numerous establishments in the surrounding area.  

Track Your Points

It is important that students check their balances regularly to ensure that they are not over- or under-spending their meal points. Visit the Meal Plan Budgets and Staying on Track page of our website to: 

• Download the Transact app to your mobile device or log into the Transact website to check meal point balances. 

• View the average budget considerations and week-by-week guidelines

• View tips for staying on track, and what to do if you are off track

Spiritual and Religious Life 

More than 1,000 students received ashes at Quinnipiac on Ash Wednesday. 

The university is now marking both Lent and Ramadan and soon it will be Passover. The Office of Spiritual Life is sponsoring a series of allyship days in observance of these holy seasons. 

On February 26, the office held a Muslim allyship day in which non-Muslim students, faculty and staff were invited to fast from sunrise to sundown for one day during Ramadan. Participants gathered in the evening to learn about Islam, break the fast with Pakistani food, and socialize with Muslim members of the campus community. 

Similar events are planned for Lent and Passover in collaboration with Catholic, Christian and Jewish student organizations. 

Follow along on Instagram @QUOSRL.

International Students and Scholars 

Tax Filing Responsibilities for International Students 

F-1 and J-1 visa holders who earned U.S. source income in 2025 are legally required to file a tax return by April 15. Even students who didn’t earn income still need to submit Form 8843 to the IRS if they were physically present in the US during 2025. OISS sent email communications regarding tax obligations starting January 28. Please have your student review their emails from oiss@qu.edu and the Taxes for International students page for more information. 

Work Authorization 

F-1 students graduating in May are eligible to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT) and should review the instructions on the OPT webpage.  

Continuing F-1 students wishing to engage in an internship in the U.S. during the summer, must be eligible for and enrolled in a course requiring work and approved for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) prior to engaging in work.   

Global Fusion Festival 

OISS is looking forward to hosting the second annual Global Fusion Festival, a vibrant celebration of culture and community, on April 17. The event will feature an international fashion show, live cultural performances, and a global buffet showcasing flavors from around the world. All students, faculty and staff are welcome to join us for this festive evening. 

Global Engagement  

Completed applications for summer 2026 short-term affiliate programs, Fall 2026 semester programs, and Fall 2026 faculty-led courses abroad are due by March 15. All students who are interested in applying for a program must have either attended a virtual information session or watched a recording of an information session.

Students are encouraged to reach out to study.abroad@qu.edu with any questions or attend in-person office hours on Wednesdays from 1 to 3 p.m. and Thursdays from 12–2 p.m. Office hours are held in the Office of Global Engagement in ABL 111 (across from One Stop and follow the offices to the rear back left and look for the hundreds of international flags hanging from the ceiling).

Financial Aid

If you're looking for ways to pay your semester invoice, it’s not too late to file your 2025 to 2026 FAFSA for financial aid consideration for the current academic year. Log into StudentAid.gov to file you FAFSA

Please visit the educational loan information page, where you will find details on private lender and parent loan options.   

Financial Aid Notification for the 2026 to 2027 Academic Year

The Deadline for returning students to file their 2026 – 2027 FAFSA is April 1.  

Please remember, to be re-evaluated for federal and need-based financial aid for next year, file your 2026 to 2027 FAFSA before April 1. 

Next year’s FAFSA is available now on the StudentAid.gov website. Log into StudentAid.gov to file you FAFSA

One Stop

Check Your Email  

Consistent with the university policy, One Stop uses email as our official means of communication with students.  We send frequent emails to students and to their proxies with important information that is time sensitive.  All students are required to check their emails regularly.  

January and Spring payment late fees

Students with unpaid balances who are not on payment plans from the January and Spring terms will have late fees applied monthly. In addition, these students have holds on their accounts which will prevent them from registering for the Summer and Fall 2026 terms. Students and their proxies should access Self-Service to check for outstanding balances and pay accounts in full.   

Please consult the Resolve a Balance Due page of our website for assistance as needed.  

Tax forms available   

As required by the Internal Revenue Service, Form 1098-T is available to all students with qualified tuition and other related educational expenses paid during the previous calendar year. 1098-T forms are available through Self-Service when students login with their Quinnipiac credentials. Click on Tax Information and select 1098 Information to access your 1098-T statements.   

Summer and Fall 2026 tuition and fees due dates announced  

With summer and fall 2026 registration just around the corner, the billing dates and payment due dates for Summer and Fall 2026 have been announced. Please visit the When is tuition due for Summer and Fall 2026 FAQ on our website.  

What You Need to Know for Summer and Fall 2026 

• Undergraduate registration is approaching. Students should check their email for a message from the Registrar with their registration appointment or view information on the Registrar's Information on Course Planning and Registration page.  

  • Important: Students with holds on their accounts will not be able to register until the holds are resolved. You will know if you have a hold if you expand the Notifications under your profile picture and name on the Student Finance tab of Self-Service.   

Payment Information  

• Summer 2026  

  • Billing for Summer 2026: Notices that invoices are available will be sent around Thursday, April 23, 2026. Look for an email when your bill is ready for review.  

  • Payment due date: Friday, May 15, 2026. Be sure to settle your account by this date to avoid any holds or late fees.  

  • No payment plans are available for the Summer Term.  

• Fall 2026  

  • Billing for Fall 2026: Notices that invoices are available will be sent around Monday, June 15, 2026. Look for an email when your bill is ready for review.  

  • Payment due date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Be sure to settle your account by this date to avoid any holds or late fees.  

  • Fall 2026 payment plan: You must enroll in a plan by Tuesday, July 14, 2026 if you'd like to use this option.  

  • Fall 2026 Payment Plan Installment Dates:

    • July 15, 2026  

    • August 15, 2026  

    • September 15, 2026  

    • October 15, 2026 

    • November 15, 2026

More Information  

Please reference the following for assistance as needed:  

Payment Options: A complete list of payment options including one-time payments, payment plans, international payments, and making payments on behalf of a student as a proxy or a third-party. 

Self-Service Student Finance Guide: Provides complete instructions on using Self-Service to set up a proxy, view and pay invoices and set up a payment plan. 

Managing Student Finances: Shows cost of attendance and financial aid options.  

Detailed Payment Instructions: Step-by-step instructions for logging in as a proxy, making a one-time payment or setting up a payment plan.

One Stop Website: Answers many common questions. The frequently asked questions page is a particularly useful resource. 

Contacting Us  

This is a busy time for our office, and email is the best way to reach us. Please allow one to two business days for a response, and we look forward to assisting you.

Registrar

Summer and Fall 2026 Registration 

Registration for Summer and Fall 2026 is approaching. Registration dates are determined by the number of credits a student has completed. Students should check their Quinnipiac email for their assigned registration day and time. For more registration information and FAQs, please visit the Registering for Classes page.

To view courses being offered, please see Search for Courses.

Commencement

It’s not too late to submit the Graduation Application if your student plans to participate in the May 2026 Commencement ceremony.  

Submitting the Graduation Application ensures your student’s name appears in the Commencement program. The application can be completed through the student’s Self Service account. 

For more information about Commencement, please visit commencement.qu.edu.

For questions, please email registrar@qu.edu.

Parking and Transportation

The Parking Rules and Regulations will continue to be enforced. Please note the following reminders:   

• First-year students may not bring their vehicle to campus for the Spring term.  Please do not bring a vehicle back to campus after spring break. 

• Sophomores must park their vehicles in the York Hill Garage.   

• Juniors, seniors and graduate students should consult the maps which show the parking permit types permitted to park in each lot.   

• Public Safety enforces all parking rules and regulations and will be ticketing and towing as needed.   

• Students with three or more unpaid parking violations will have a hold placed on their account and will be subject to towing until the violations are paid in full. 

Student Conduct

Supporting Safe and Responsible Choices During Spring Break 

We want to gently remind families that the QU Student Code of Conduct remains in effect during Spring Break both on and off campus. 

Conduct Expectations Continue During Break 

The Student Handbook defines a student as an individual from the time of application through the awarding of a degree, including periods between enrollment and during breaks. This means university policies apply regardless of location. Off-campus or online behavior that violates university policy or the law may still be reviewed through the university conduct process. 

Encouraging Thoughtful Decision-Making 

Spring Break can be a meaningful opportunity for students to practice decision-making skills. Open and supportive conversations with your student can meaningfully influence responsible judgement. We encourage open dialogue about:

• Travel safety plans 

• Understanding local laws 

• Personal accountability 

• Looking out for friends 

• Making choices aligned with long-term goals 

Our Approach to Conduct 

If concerns arise during Spring Break, they may be addressed upon a student’s return to campus. The conduct process administered by the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards is educational in nature and focused on accountability, reflection, and learning. Our goal is not simply to respond to incidents, but to help students make informed choices that support their long-term success. 

We appreciate your continued partnership and wish your student and your family a safe, restful, and enjoyable Spring Break. 

If you have questions about the Student Code of Conduct or university expectations, please contact the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards at studentaffairs@qu.edu.

Graduating Students / Commencement

The countdown to Commencement is on!  

The cap and gown pre-order period has closed, however, all graduates are guaranteed a cap and gown and have received information on how to obtain a cap and gown if they did not pre-order.  

A reminder that our Saturday and Sunday ceremonies take place outdoors on the Mount Carmel Quad. Tickets are not required. In the event of severe weather, we will move the ceremonies indoors to the M&T Bank Arena and tickets will be required. Graduates will receive 3 tickets to the basketball arena, where the ceremony is held, and three tickets to the hockey arena, where the ceremony will be simulcast. Graduates will be receiving information on this as we get closer to May.  

Please remind your graduate to keep an eye on their Quinnipiac email and to open emails coming from quevents@qu.edu, as this is the address Commencement information is sent from. 

More information on Commencement is available at our Commencement website.

Office of Development for Parents & Families  

Our goal is to help facilitate your connection to Quinnipiac throughout your student’s time at Quinnipiac and beyond. From events, to fundraising, career networking to volunteer opportunities, and more — Parents and Families are Bobcats, too! 

Get ready for Bobcats Unite – March 26! 

Bobcats Unite is Quinnipiac’s 24‑hour online fundraising celebration. It's one day when the entire Bobcat community comes together to fuel opportunity, innovation and excellence across campus. Your generosity helps us go above and beyond what tuition alone funds. How can you join in on the day? Make a gift of any size to the area of campus that means the most to you and your student: from the Quinnipiac Fund, to scholarships, cutting‑edge programming within our colleges and schools, to essential capital projects. Learn more and make your gift early 

The Quinnipiac Gala – A Night for the Ambitious – April 17  

Join us for an unforgettable night celebrating ambition, achievement and the bold vision shaping Quinnipiac's next century. Net proceeds from the evening benefit The Quinnipiac Fund which supports the University’s most transformational needs across programs, scholarships, and academic success.  

This year’s evening will feature Quinnipiac’s Distinguished Alumni & Impact Awards, live entertainment, auction, and the opportunity to connect with faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and friends across the University community.  

To learn more, see photos from last year’s event, and to secure your tickets or sponsorship, please visit the Gala webpage

Get Involved! 

Quinnipiac parents and families help our community thrive. Your support and encouragement profoundly shape each student’s educational journey. Join fellow Bobcat families in making an impact by becoming a Parent Ambassador, joining the Parents & Families Leadership Council, honoring your Bobcat, and supporting the Quinnipiac Family Fund. 

Learn more about these opportunities on our Get Involved page, or contact Jenna McClain Morlong at jenna.mcclain@qu.edu or 203-582-7274.

Contribute to the Student-Led 1929 Fund

The 1929 Fund is excited to introduce T-shirts and senior hoodies.

Celebrate your student's final year while giving back, with proceeds of hoodies and T-shirts going directly toward student scholarships.

See the T-shirt and hoodie options and order now

Email 1929fund@qu.edu with any questions.

Don't miss your opportunity to celebrate your student and support scholarships.

Support the 1929 Fund beyond merchandise. If you’d like to make an additional contribution to the 1929 Fund to support incoming students with financial need, you can donate anytime. Every gift helps Quinnipiac students succeed.

Donate Here: 1929 Fund Scholarships