For Parents & Families
At Bucknell, we're like a family, bound by the experiences we share and the new discoveries we make together.
You are an important member of the Bucknell family, and we're eager for you to connect with other Bucknell parents, explore our campus, learn alongside your student and join the lifelong community of Bucknellians.
Meet Bucknell's Commencement Speaker
Commencement 2024
Nadia Sasso '11
A creative producer of cultural content and digital storyteller whose work has been recognized by former President Barack Obama, Nadia Sasso '11 will deliver the keynote address at Bucknell University's 174th Commencement on Sunday, May 12, 2024.
Honor Your Graduate
Congratulations, Parents!
Celebrate your student's accomplishments by making a gift to Bucknell. You can also choose to honor a professor, coach or campus employee who has made an impact on your student by recognizing them through your giving.
All parents who choose to honor their graduate by making a gift will receive a commemorative Class of 2024 pin to wear at Commencement on May 12.
Parents who give a gift by May 1 will have the option to record a congratulatory video message, which will be shared with their student before Commencement.
New Centers for Excellence
Advances the scholarship of data science by fostering cross-college, data-integrated learning and data literacy among students
Dominguez Center for Data Science
Amplifies cross-disciplinary programming, bringing the entrepreneurial mindset to the forefront of the Bucknell experience
Perricelli-Gegnas Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation
The Bucknell Forum
2023-24
National Speaker Series
The 2023-24 Bucknell Forum will discuss the theme "Freedom of Expression." The five Forum events will feature conversations between Bucknell President John Bravman and guests including Washington Post columnist George Will, novelist Jodi Picoult, and Academy Award-winning actor and activist Jane Fonda.
Bucknell Breaks New Ground
MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS 2022-23
Bucknell faculty and leaders appeared more than 2,000 times in media publications in academic year 2022-23, a record number since the University began tracking appearances in its annual media report five years ago. This year’s report also features more than a dozen appearances on podcasts, a testament to Bucknell’s evolving efforts to reach audiences where they consume news and information. Learn how Bucknell experts are setting the agenda on topics from scientific discoveries to geopolitical analysis to the challenges and potential of emerging tools like AI — and much more.
Make a Meaningful Difference
A Bright Future
Your generosity plays a critical role in shaping the lives of Bucknellians. All across campus, your gifts create opportunities that foster creativity, advance academic excellence and contribute to intellectual exploration. From the Bucknell Fund to athletics to gifts that enhance the student experience, you can choose to support any area that matters most to you.
You make a difference, and we are grateful for your support.
More Opportunities to Connect with Bucknell and Bucknell Parents
Volunteer
As a Bucknell parent, you are one of our most valuable ambassadors. Represent Bucknell at Admissions events, hire or offer internships to Bucknell students, serve on a career panel and more. By volunteering for the University, you can share your Bucknell story with an even wider audience, enhance the University's reputation and help increase the value of your student's degree.