University of Washington Parent & Family Programs

Howdy Husky Families!

Returning student room selections are out! Tell your Husky to check their myHFS account to make sure they have a confirmed room! If your Husky hasn’t completed theirs yet, they can log into their myHFS account(link in our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/UWFamily) to secure their space for the upcoming academic year.

For any Husky experiencing room selection issues or needs assistance in this process, the Housing team is fully staffed and happy to help:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📍 Help Desk: Located in Lander Hall
📞 Phone: (206) 543-4059

Let’s ensure your Husky is ready for next year!

📢 Exciting Event Alert for this Admitted Student Day! 📢

🏡 Supporting Your Student (and Yourself) from Decision to Move-in

📍 Location: Guggenheim Hall 220
⏰ Time: 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM

Join us for an insightful session with your favorite PFP Directors! Whether you're a returning Husky family or new to the pack, this presentation will give you essential tips and strategies to support your student through their transition—from decision day to move-in!
Let’s fill the room and make this a memorable event! Your presence matters, and we can't wait to see you there! 💜🐾

🌟 This Saturday is almost here y'all—only 4 days to go!🌟

Get ready for an exciting day across campus! The Parent and Family Program will be out and about with our fabulous "swagons" (swag + wagons 😄), handing out some amazing goodies to families who stop by during Admitted Student Day!

Don't miss out on this sneak peek of what we have in store for you! 👀

Is your Husky gearing up to graduate this Spring or Summer 2025? Make sure they’ve applied to graduate! 📜✨

It’s an exciting milestone, and we want to ensure every graduate is ready to walk across that stage with confidence. Encourage your Husky to submit their graduation application before April 18th to stay on track for commencement! For more details, UW has the Graduation Checklist for your husky to look at for extra guidance!

https://www.washington.edu/students/graduation-checklist/

Let’s celebrate this achievement together—Go Huskies! 💜💛

Throwing it back to the unforgettable day the UW celebrated Kelsey Plum's Forever 10 jersey retirement! 🏀💜 Thank you for joining us that night!

A legend on and off the court, Kelsey represents everything it means to be a Husky – strength, excellence, and family bonds that stand the test of time. 🐾💪 Catching those heartfelt moments with Kelsey and her family reminds us that is always strong, always supportive. 💜 Here's to inspiring generations of athletes and commendable student to come!

🎉 The countdown to Admitted Student Day is ON! 🎉

Husky families, we can't wait to welcome you on April 19th at Husky Ballpark during Admitted Student Day (ASD)! 🐺💜

Alongside your ASD registration, don't miss out on discounted baseball tickets for the game against Illinois at just $5! Plus, you can order a UW baseball cap at checkout for pickup at the event. ⚾🧢

📍 7:00 PM | Husky Ballpark, Walla Walla Rd, Seattle, WA 98195

For any questions relating to baseball ticket purchasing and hat orders please email Ruby Fera at [email protected]

What’s great to end the long day with a baseball game and a new hat—see you there! GO HUSKIES! 💜🐺

Celebrate your graduating Husky with style! 🎉 The Grad Fair is happening on April 9th and 10th during the University Book Store’s open hours. The one-stop destination for all things graduation:

✨ Elegant frames to showcase your Husky's diploma
💍 Class rings and graduation jewelry to commemorate this milestone
📸 Grad/professional photo-ops to capture memories that last a lifetime

Also... we hear through the grapevine, Dubs might be present for photos as well 😉

📧 Your Husky's most recent Bookstore email has all the details! Make sure to to not miss out on Grad Fair 🐾💜

Husky Families, we have an awesome opportunity for your Husky! 🌟 We're excited to invite them to join our PFP Event Team for Admitted Student Day!

📅 Event Date: April 19, 2025
📍 Location: Throughout Campus!
🕘 Time: 9 AM to 5 PM
💵 Pay: $20/hour through Workday

DUE DATE: APRIL 11, 2025

🔗 https://forms.gle/oyJjWDmrkv8EXM3F9 (will be in our LinkTree also)

🚨BIG DROP ALERT !

The 2025-2026 Parent & Family Guide is here, your go-to resource for navigating this exciting chapter in your Husky's life! Whether you’re a new Husky family just joining our community or a returning one, this guide is packed with everything you need to stay connected and involved.

📘 What’s Inside?

- Tips to support your student’s academic journey 🧠
- Resources for health & safety 🩺
- Housing, dining, and financial guidance 💵
- Campus life insights—from clubs to study abroad 🌍

And so much more!

Let’s make 2025-2026 unforgettable for your Husky! 🐾 Download the guide in multiple languages today and stay one step ahead. 💜💛

🎉 Big news, Husky Families! The University of Washington has been ranked #1 in the country and #2 in the world for Library and Information Services, according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject! 🌎📚 These rankings are incredible!

Explore all the rankings to see why UW is at the forefront of education and innovation with our latest blog post! Check out the LinkTree (https://linktr.ee/UWFamily) on these awesome standings! 🌟

UW is the place for all the resources to further your Husky's education and research endeavors! on the awesome news!

Happy First Day of Spring Quarter ! May the falling pink petals of the cherry blossom trees to the warmer days make this the best Spring yet!

The Quad is packing! Our Yoshino Cherry Trees have reached peak bloom too! If you have plans with your Husky on campus make sure to stop by and take a pic 📸

They will be here for about 2-3 more weeks! 🌸

This is gonna be the coolest quarter yet. Welcome back, Huskies!

🌸 Spring is here, and so are your plans to visit your Husky! 🐾✨

Planning a trip to see your UW student? Spring is the perfect time to recharge together! From family-friendly experiences around Seattle to our tips for making the most of your Spring UW Family Weekend, we've got you covered. 💜

🌟 Don't forget! April 19th is Admitted Student and Family Day—it’s going to be a busy weekend, so plan your visit with ease using our latest blog post.

👉 Check out all the details through our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/UWFamily

🎉 A heartfelt thank you to PepsiCo for partnering with the UW Parent and Family Program!
Because of Pepsi's generous contributions. we were provide fantastic Pepsi x UW swag, bringing so many smiles to our Huskies! 🐾💜 We truly appreciate PepsiCo's commitment to enhancing our Huskies' university experience during the start of Finals Week! As Spring break is right around the corner make sure to cheer on your husky as they finish up this Winter Quarter!

ok this is a better photo, THANK YOU FOR JOINING US AT HEC-ED — and keeping these DAWGS dancing!!!

THE DAWGS ARE DANCING 🎉

OMG we are so happy to see you at the BIG DANCE!