Every September, the Office of Graduate Student Life celebrates our Graduate Parenting Students for National Student Parent Month. This month of programming is dedicated to recognizing the importance of empowering student parents as they balance the demands of academics and family life; raise awareness about the unique challenges they face; and provide opportunities to learn about resources and connect with other graduate student parents.
For more information about resources for graduate students with children, please visit the pregnant and parenting graduate student resource webpage or contact gradstudentlife@echo.rutgers.edu.
- National Student Parent Month 2026: Celebrating "R" Grad Student Parents
Below are programs and events for parenting graduate students and their families that will run during September 2026 for National Student Parent Month. This initiative is coordinated by the Office of Graduate Student Life in collaboration with Supporting Parents and Caregivers at Rutgers (SPCR) Graduate Student Organization, Office of Title IX, Basic Needs, and CAPS.
Diaper Drive
Monday, August 17 – Thursday, September 10
In support of parenting students with infants and toddlers, the Office of Graduate Student Life and Basic Needs will co-host a diaper drive. The drive runs Monday, August 17 through Thursday, September 10. We are collecting all sizes, with a higher need for sizes 3, 4, and 5. Diapers can be dropped off at the Basic Needs Center (open 9:00am-5:00pm) or at one of the Farmer's Markets. The Farmer's Market will be held on Morrell Street, next to the College Ave. Student Center, every Thursday from 11:00am-4:00pm.Thank a Parenting Grad E-Cards
Tuesday, September 1 – Wednesday, September 30
For the month of September, acknowledge a graduate student parent superhero by submitting an empowering message of support and recognition of their hard work and commitment juggling the demands of graduate school and family life. Notes will be sent to student from the Office of Graduate Student Life.Meet "R" Grad Student Parents
Monday, September 1 – Tuesday, September 30
During National Student Parent Month, the Office of Graduate Student Life will feature graduate student parents from the different graduate and professional schools, spotlighting their academic work and parenting journey at RU-NB.How to Thrive as a Pregnant or Parenting Grad Student:
Navigating Protections, Resources & CommunityWednesday, September 9, 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Location: Virtual
Are you a student who is currently pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or raising children? Join us for this informational session on understanding how Title IX protects you from discrimination. The Office of Graduate Student Life, CAPS, and Basic Needs will also go over available resources and groups to get connected with to build community. Hosted by Title IX, Office of Graduate Student Life, CAPS, and Basic Needs.Graduate Student Families Welcome Social
Sunday, September 13, 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Location: Graduate Student Lounge (Behind Panera Bread, 126 College Ave., College Ave. Campus)
New and returning graduate student families are invited to a special welcome event to meet other grad families and enjoy an afternoon of food and fun! Free to attend. Email gradstudentlife@echo.rutgers.edu to RSVP.Ultimo Domingo Celebration at the Zimmerli Museum
Sunday, September 27, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Location: Zimmerli Museum (71 Hamilton St., College Ave. Campus)
No registration required, FREE and open to the public!
Último Domingo (Last Sunday) is a series celebrating Latinx culture and invites bilingual communities to come together through the experience of art. Explore our stunning exhibitions, create art, and enjoy interactive performances. This free event is open to all ages and communities. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to honor and experience the rich cultural heritage of the Latinx community. Complimentary light refreshments offered. Please visit the event website for more information!
Reminder of two resources available to our pregnant and parenting students.
Title IX Legal Protections
Students experiencing pregnancy or a related condition, including childbirth, false pregnancy, loss, termination, and subsequent recovery are entitled to equal access to education, employment, and university programs and activities. Students experiencing pregnancy or a related condition (including partners, foster, and adoptive parents) are encouraged to reach out to the team at the Title IX office to discuss their rights to reasonable accommodations using THIS form, emailing nbtitleix@rutgers.edu, or by calling 848-932-8200. The Team at the Title IX Office are here to help you. Click HERE to learn more about resources, accommodations, or support available to pregnant and parenting students.
Resource Webpage
The Office of Graduate Student Life, in partnership with the Office of Title IX & Compliance, and Supporting Parents & Caregivers at Rutgers (GSO), created a webpage that serves as a platform for helping pregnant and parenting students locate resources, policies, support services, and community engagement opportunities available at Rutgers University and in the local community. Click HERE to visit the webpage.
This webpage was last updated on August 6, 2026.
