Family Day 2025

Please park at the Babbio Garage on Frank Sinatra Drive.

You're first stop is Family Day check-in at the UCC Lobby! Have your QR code ready, get your wristband, and free swag. Your wristband gives you access to all events! Ordered Wicked or Food Tour tickets? Be sure to pick those up at check-in before 3 pm.

Enjoy a morning cup of coffee or tea with the Stevens School of Business.

Join Dean Zu for coffee, as she provides updates on the Charles V. Schaefer, Jr. School of Engineering & Science.

Get your Mom & Dad tees, crews, hats, and decals! And, of course, apparel for students as well! 10% off your purchase when you sign up for the email newsletter.

President Nariman Farvardin will provide an official welcome to all students and families and give an update on the achievements and newest developments at Stevens.

Come visit the Samuel C. Williams Library and learn more about the history of Stevens, where you can meet our staff, view our exhibits, win prizes, and make your own unique buttons! Also, be sure to check out our most recent exhibit, located in the Mary Stuart Stevens Baird Room, "The History of Innovation at Stevens."

Stop by the UCC courtyard to paint your own pumpkin (limit one per family) with the Living-Learning Communities (LLC), and also get information about the Ducks by Design program, the student-led initiative to start your own LLC. Additionally, parents can purchase a care package for their students residing in a residence hall.

Check out the many options available on campus and specials offered by Hoboken favorites nearby. See the Family Day Hub menu under Food Options for more details.

The family that skates together, stays together! Enjoy this outdoor roller rink experience with the best view in town - the Manhattan skyline.

Stop by the S.C. Williams Library to see this limited-time exhibit. Stevens Institute of Technology has played a vital role in innovation and progress in America since its establishment in 1870. Since the 18th century, the founding Stevens family has helped pave the way as New Jersey’s first family of inventors and engineers.

Enjoy amusements, tables, student vendors, competitions, and performances hosted by student organizations.

Cheer on the Stevens Field Hockey Team as they battle against DeSales University. (Family Day registration is not required to attend)

The labs on the Carnegie first floor are open for demonstrations and viewing of their state-of-the-art facilities.

Stop by the School of Business Center for Student Success to know more about how your student is supported through their academics.

Quantum theory is now over 100 years old, but it is still full of mysteries. Research on improving our understanding of quantum theory has recently led to the development of new applications -- such as quantum computing and quantum cryptography. In this talk, Dr. Igor Pikovski, Geoffrey S. Inman Junior Professor of Physics, will give a brief overview of what it is that makes quantum theory unique, and how these features enable future quantum technologies.

Explore the many avenues Stevens Ducks can travel to develop their leadership during their time at Stevens. Come learn about the different programs and opportunities students have to explore their leadership styles, give back to the community, and develop confidence in their skill set.

Stop by to enjoy a delicious lunch and put your brain to the test with some lively trivia games! Whether you're a trivia master or just in it for the laughs, it will be fun for the whole family.
🍽️ Meal swipe or lunch purchase required for entry. $13.35 + tax per person. Kids 9 years old and under, ½ price.
Students with meal plans may use guest swipes for family members. 

Recognize the signs of a student in distress and the resources available to support student mental health.

Quiet quitting has become a phenomenon in uncertain times, whereby individuals experience a diminished perception of control over their environment. Join Dr. Hervé and Dr. Oh as they discuss their research on how reduced perceptions of control may trigger quiet quitting, where employees intentionally refrain from tasks beyond their job requirements. They will discuss how initiatives aimed at restoring workers’ sense of agency at work might reduce quiet quitting behaviors.

With 21 chapters on campus, our fraternity and sorority community offers students a sense of belonging while empowering them to lead and give back. Members outperform the campus average academically and dedicate thousands of hours to service and philanthropy each year. Parents will hear how involvement fosters academic success, career readiness, and lifelong connections.

Join us in an hour of old-fashioned field games and fun for the whole family!

Hear from the Career Center to learn about the broad range of programs, services, and resources for students — and take advantage of all that Stevens has to offer.

Show your Duck pride at the women's soccer match against Arcadia University. (Registration is not required to attend)

As the 250th anniversary of the nation approaches, this lecture will explore some historical context of the Revolutionary era, some of the ideas in the Constitution and some connections between the Stevens family and the Constitution.

Discover the global classroom! Explore the many opportunities for students to gain an international learning experience through the Study Abroad program.

Join us for a vibrant and melodious afternoon as the Stevens Jazz Band takes the stage against the stunning backdrop of the Manhattan skyline. Sip on handcrafted mocktails and energizing caffeine, soak in the vibes, and enjoy a showcase of our student talent!

Think Fast is an interactive game show that takes trivia to a whole new level. Back by popular demand, families are invited to experience this fast-paced, orientation week-favorite - and have a chance to win $CASH$!

Show your Duck pride at the men's soccer match against Arcadia University. (Registration is not required to attend).

(TICKETS REQUIRED) Led by expert guides from Streetwise Tours, this event will take guests from campus to the historic Greenwich Village neighborhood via the PATH train. From 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, attendees will explore the area’s rich history and culture while sampling some of New York City’s iconic culinary favorites.
Cost: $65 per person. Please note: PATH train fare is not included and must be purchased separately. To reserve your spot, simply log back into DuckLink and purchase your ticket.

(TICKETS REQUIRED) Transportation is not provided. Special Mezzanine Seat Group Rate: $125 per person. Tickets must be picked up at Family Day check-in before 3 pm. See the show that inspired the movies! Wicked, the Broadway sensation, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another girl, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other one “wicked.”