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Information for Families

Welcome Parents, Family Members and Supporters of BSU Bears!

Bridgewater State University recognizes that you are a very important partner in your student's success. We aim to work in partnership with the parents, family members and supporters of our students to ensure your student has a transformational college experience. 

The Division of Student Life’s Center for Student Engagement (CSE) provides parents, family members and supporters of our students opportunities to stay connected with the vibrant BSU community as part of our ongoing family engagement efforts and family orientation program.

Defining Family

BSU recognizes that our students have a diverse group of individuals supporting them throughout their time here. For our programming and communication within the Center for Student Engagement, the terms “parent,” “family” and “supporter” are inclusive of the diverse social dynamics that define a student's personal support system. For some students, a “parent” may include biological parents, stepparents, extended family members, foster parents and legal guardians.

“Family,” for students may be immediate family, extended family, siblings or spouses. “Supporter” may be individuals that belong to a student’s family or may be other close friends or service providers in the student’s network.

Information for Your Family

Our BSU Future Family brochure is now available in three languages.

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Family Orientation

Orientation offers an opportunity to learn more about the student experience. Visit the Orientation Website for new students and families for Orientation resources and program details.

BSU Family Hub

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Creating a BSU Family Hub account on EngageBSU provides access for parents, family members and supporters of our currently enrolled students to have ongoing engagement with BSU. This experience will make it easier for families to stay informed through monthly newsletters and regularly posted information about campus services,  resources, events, and more. 

Please visit BSU Family Hub on EngageBSU for more information on how to create a BSU Family Hub account.

Ways to Give

BSU parents, family members, and supporters have a history of joining together to support students. There are various ways you can give to support student success and provide hardworking, deserving BSU students with life changing opportunities. 

  • The Student Emergency Fund was created to support BSU students facing financial hardships resulting from emergency or crisis situations. Funds awarded are to help alleviate the short-term financial needs of the student.  
  • The Bridgewater Fund provides students with immediate support to ensure access to need-based financial assistance and life-transforming internships. Every gift counts! The more we grow this fund each year, the more scholarships we can award to deserving students.

Learn more about how to make a gift.

Campus Resources and Offices

BSU's comprehensive array of programs assists students in reaching their intellectual pursuits in a warm and friendly environment. Our campus provides a safe, supportive culture for all students and offers a wide range of services to help with housing, academic support, internships and career planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

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