Parents and Family Page
Welcome SUNY-ESF Parents and Families!
This website contains useful information that will allow you to help your student make the most of their time while at ESF. Take some time to look around and enjoy all of the wonderful things happening on our campus.
Information for Parents
- ESF Parent Guidebook (PDF)
New Student Info
- Accepted Undergraduate Students website
- Orientation
- Driving Directions to Shopping Areas, Attractions and Resources (PDF)
Student Services
- Academic Support
- Student Wellness and Support (Counseling & Disabilities Services)
- Career
- Financial Aid
- Safety and Security
- Syracuse University Services:
· Career
· Counseling
· Health
Student Rights and Responsibilities

Academics
- Registration
- Academic Departments (degree program descriptions and more)
- Academic Catalog (degree program requirements, course descriptions, academic and admission policies, and student financial informatino of record)
- Grade Reports (log-in required)
- Internships
- Academic Calendar
Special Events
Travel Information
Packing List
What should your student bring to make ESF feel like a home away from home? Here's a list of basics (and a few extras):
Bed Area:
- Pillows
- Linens for an XL twin sized bed (Centennial Hall)
- Comforter for an XL twin sized bed (Centennial Hall)
- Alarm clock
- Blankets/throws
- Slippers
Desk Area:
- Address Book
- Desk lamp and light bulb (no halogen)
- Office Supplies (notebooks, folders, binders, pens, high-lights, calculator, etc.)
- Backpack
- Surge protector/power strip
- Calendar
Personal Supplies:
- Laundry detergent/laundry basket
- Laundry drying rack
- Ironing and ironing board
- Bathroom supplies (cleaners, toilet paper, etc.)
- Money for textbooks
- Clothes for all weather
- Hangers
- Hair dryer
- Small fan
- Stamps
- Pictures of friends and family
- Shower caddy/shower shoes
- Towels/washclothes
- Boots/gloves/hats/earmuffs
Call first! Check with your roommate before you bring:
- DVD player/VCR
- Stereo
- Television
- Video game systems
What NOT to Bring:
- Appliances - Air conditioners, hotplates, toasters, toaster ovens, grills (including "George Foreman" grills), space heaters, etc. are not permitted). A MICROWAVE AND MINI FRIDGE IS PROVIDED IN EVERY ROOM!
- Open flames - Candles, incense, etc.
- Console TVs
- Firearms, weapons, and fireworks
- Halogen lamps and multi-headed floor lamps
- Large pieces of furniture
- Pets
Parents and Family Page
Welcome SUNY-ESF Parents and Families!
This website contains useful information that will allow you to help your student make the most of their time while at ESF. Take some time to look around and enjoy all of the wonderful things happening on our campus.
Information for Parents
- ESF Parent Guidebook (PDF)
New Student Info
- Accepted Undergraduate Students website
- Orientation
- Driving Directions to Shopping Areas, Attractions and Resources (PDF)
Student Services
- Academic Support
- Student Wellness and Support (Counseling & Disabilities Services)
- Career
- Financial Aid
- Safety and Security
- Syracuse University Services:
· Career
· Counseling
· Health
Student Rights and Responsibilities

Academics
- Registration
- Academic Departments (degree program descriptions and more)
- Academic Catalog (degree program requirements, course descriptions, academic and admission policies, and student financial informatino of record)
- Grade Reports (log-in required)
- Internships
- Academic Calendar


