Orientation
Parents of First Year Students

• Presentations on academic policies and procedures
• Panel discussions about financial aid and student accounts
• Presentations from each of the schools and majors
• Popular sessions such as Public Safety Issues, Career Trends, Resident and Commuter Student experiences, etc.

Parents spending the night can expect an evening of jazz performances by our students, an evening reception, bingo games and a wonderful opportunity to meet other parents and staff.

When you arrive on campus, proceed to the Recreation Center which is located in Lot 6 where ample parking is available and where the two day program begins. Check-in starts at 8:00am and programs are scheduled through 5:30pm on Day 1. For those staying overnight, please bring your overnight bag into the Rec Center for check-in as well. Additional events will be hosted that evening. Times and locations will be provided the day you arrive. Day 2 will run approximately until 12noon. Most importantly, students should make every effort to participate in the scheduled programs and make the necessary arrangements to participate fully.

For students and parents seeking overnight accommodations, rooms are available in our University’s residence halls. You and your parents are invited to stay over for the evening of Day 1 through the afternoon of the second day for only $30.00 per person. Please do not wait! Rooms will be reserved on a first-come, first serve basis. When you RSVP for the program, the system will ask about your overnight needs and those who select the option to stay overnight must print the confirmation and return it with your check payable to William Paterson University.

Students should bring a pillow, blanket and towel for the overnight stay and will be provided roommates. Parents or guardians will receive full linen service and double occupancy will be provided. If only one parent will be staying, he or she will be assigned a shared room with another parent. Due to space limitations, housing is not available for additional family.

La Quinta Inn 1850 Route 23 and Ratzer Road, Wayne, NJ 07470
Phone: 973-696-8050

Marriot Residence Inn 30 Nevins Road and Valley Road, Wayne, NJ 07470
Phone: 973-872-7100

Orientation includes a continental breakfast, lunch and reception on Day 1 and a full breakfast on Day 2. Those spending the night will be provided other snacks and food options during the evening hours.

Directions are available here or can be accessed by calling 973-720-3500.

If you have any further questions regarding Orientation, please visit the frequently asked question section or e-mail us at wpu-orientation@wpunj.edu or call us at 973-720-6206 which is our Orientation Hotline where you can leave messages if needed. During the summer months, the University is closed on Fridays, so your best way to reach us would be through e-mail.