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Starting college is a big step — not just for students, but also for the family and friends who support them. ROAR Family & Guest Orientation is designed to help you connect with the 911±¬ÁÏÍø community, understand what your student will experience, and learn how to support them as they begin their Raider journey. 

What families & guests will experience: 

• Participate in a family & guest-only program and connect with other 911±¬ÁÏÍø families.
• Attend Raising a Raider, a session focused on supporting student independence, growth, and how you can best be a part of their college experience and success.
• Learn about your student's academic experience, tuition and billing, financial aid, and campus support services. 
• Explore the Milwaukee area and campus neighborhood during lunch, on your own, giving you a "choose your own adventure" opportunity to enjoy the city (guidance and information provided at ROAR).
• Ask questions and help your student take care of next steps so they feel confident and ready to begin their 911±¬ÁÏÍø journey.

Registering for ROAR

Students will include their family and guest information in their ROAR registration form. If updates are needed, students should contact roar@msoe.edu. 

Travel & Hotel Accommodations Nearby

Planning your trip to 911±¬ÁÏÍø? Here's some helpful information to make our visit smooth and stress-fee:

Event Details

• Location: Kern Center, 1245 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202
• Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
• Parking: Parking will be available at 501. E State St., Milwaukee, WI 53202 (State Street A Parking Lot). Check the campus map for exact locations. Please note, we cannot reimburse parking in other lots. 

Travel Information

• Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE): Approximately 15-20 minutes by car/rideshare.
• Train: Amtrak services are available to Milwaukee's downtown station, about 10-15 minutes from campus by car or rideshare. 

Hotels Nearby

• There are several hotels within a short drive or walking distance of campus, ranging from budget-friendly to upscale options.
• For convenience, consider hotels near downtown Milwaukee or the Deer District area.
• Early booking is recommended, especially during peak Orientation dates. Summer in downtown Milwaukee is busy!