Parents & Families
Kettering University is committed to providing your Bulldog every opportunity for success. And we know parents and families are a key to making that happen. We want to ensure we provide you with the information and resources needed while your Bulldog is here.
Upcoming Events
Camp Compass
Camp Compass is an optional 2.5 day off-campus leadership development opportunity available to new undergraduate students before beginning their first term at Kettering University. Join other new students and upper-class student leaders to learn leadership, problem-solving, and team-building skills, while orienting to campus life.
✚ Transportation from Kettering University is provided.
✚ All participants living in Thompson Hall will have the opportunity to move-in the afternoon of our departure.
✚ Learn leadership, team-building, and problem-solving skills.
✚ Participate in fun activities such as high and low ropes, climbing walls, and cooperative initiatives.
Questions?
Myra Lumpkin
Director of Student Life Programs
810.762.9743
mlumpkin@zb-fc.com
Space is limited to the first 40 applicants for each section.
A-SECTION
July 8 – 10, 2024
Eagle Village, Hersey, MI
Register by June 28, 2024
B-SECTION
September 30 – October 2, 2024
Grace Adventures, Silver Lake, MI
Register by September 20, 2024
COST
$245/person (payment must be made at registration)
Family Day
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Join us for Kettering University's Family Day!
We invite you to participate in our Family Day events.
Dates: Saturday, August 17th (Summer)
November 16th (Fall)
Time: 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Kettering University's Campus Center, Founder's Room
It's a wonderful opportunity for families of incoming students to connect with our community and experience the vibrant campus life at Kettering.
A detailed schedule will be provided in July. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Community Spotlight
Dining Services
Our expanded dining options means students can choose food from one of the seven stations in the Battenburg Café or one of your favorites from Einstein Bagel Bros. In the afternoon and late-night, you can order personalized pizza at the Café Order Window or from the specialty menu at BJ’s Lounge.
Contact Information
Campus Safety
1-810-762-9501
campussafety@zb-fc.com
Student Affairs
1-810-762-9871
studentaffairs@zb-fc.com
Student Accounts
1-810-762-9552
studentaccounts@zb-fc.com
Have Questions For Our Enrollment Management Team?
We have a team of admission counselors, co-op managers and financial aid staff ready to talk with you.