University of Washington Parent & Family Programs

University of Washington Parent & Family Programs Our parents & families are vital partners of the University of Washington in our students' success!

The work of Parent & Family Program is to provide parents & families equitable access to information and programs in support of their student’s success, communicate the value of the Husky experience at UW, engage in and support the life of the university and create their own Husky experience, enriching not only the lives of students but the University community at large.

💜 It's football season ! Help Us Win the Boeing Apple Cup Food Pantry Challenge and Support Students Facing Food Insecu...
09/05/2026

💜 It's football season ! Help Us Win the Boeing Apple Cup Food Pantry Challenge and Support Students Facing Food Insecurity.

To donate, check out the link in our LinkTree at https://linktr.ee/UWFamily

More than half of Washington college students report experiencing some form of basic needs insecurity, including difficulty accessing food, personal care items, and other essentials. For many students, these challenges can affect their health, well-being, and academic success.

The UW Food Pantry helps meet this need by providing free access to nutritious food and basic necessities for students, staff, and faculty.

Since Fall 2024, the pantry has supported more than 50,000 visits and currently serves an average of 700 visitors each week.

Now, through the Boeing Apple Cup Food Pantry Challenge, we're harnessing the passion, momentum, and friendly rivalry of the historic Boeing Apple Cup to make a meaningful impact. NOW through September 6th, UW and WSU communities are competing to see which university can generate the greatest number of gifts in support of their campus food pantries. Every gift counts equally, regardless of size, making participation, school pride, and collective action the keys to victory. Together, we have the opportunity to score a win not only on the football field, but for students facing food insecurity across Washington!

As members of the Husky family, parents play an important role in helping students thrive. A gift today helps provide food, hygiene products, and critical support resources for students facing financial hardship while also helping UW claim the Apple Cup Food Pantry Challenge title.
💜 Join fellow Husky families and make your gift today. Together, we can show the power of our community and help ensure that No Husky Goes Hungry.

💜Welcome Cheviot Hills! 💛Thank you to our incredible host family — the Heimanson-Meles Family — and every parent, family...
09/03/2026

💜Welcome Cheviot Hills! 💛

Thank you to our incredible host family — the Heimanson-Meles Family — and every parent, family member, and future Dawg who showed up and represented Cheviot Hills Husky Spirit! We cannot WAIT to see you all at move-in, enjoy the sun as much as possible!


Welcome West LA & San Diego! 💜🐾What beautiful evenings celebrating our newest Huskies! Thank you to our incredible host ...
09/03/2026

Welcome West LA & San Diego! 💜🐾
What beautiful evenings celebrating our newest Huskies! Thank you to our incredible host families — the Abowitz-Levins in Brentwood and the Riehls in Scripps Ranch — and every parent, family member, and future Dawg who came out to connect before the big move coming up.

🎉 Welcome, Lafayette and Saratoga families! 🎉Thank you to the Dawkins & Proffitt Families for being our amazing hosts! W...
09/02/2026

🎉 Welcome, Lafayette and Saratoga families! 🎉
Thank you to the Dawkins & Proffitt Families for being our amazing hosts! We are so grateful to share the Husky spirit to our beloved Californians -- see you at Move-in, we are counting down the days!

💜💛 Welcome Austin!What a beautiful evening celebrating our newest Huskies — sending love and Husky Spirit all the way fr...
08/31/2026

💜💛 Welcome Austin!
What a beautiful evening celebrating our newest Huskies — sending love and Husky Spirit all the way from the South! 🐾 Thank you to our incredible host family, the Johnsons, and every parent, family member, and future Dawg who came out to connect before Seattle.

Hi, Parents! Is your Husky an incoming 2nd year or up looking for a leadership position or way to add to the UW commun...
08/26/2026


Hi, Parents! Is your Husky an incoming 2nd year or up looking for a leadership position or way to add to the UW community? The New Student and Transfer Programs are currently searching for eligible mentors for the upcoming school year. After completing a short survey, students will be paired with an incoming Husky based on common interests, backgrounds, academics, and professional aspirations! This opportunity is a great way to practice leadership and mentorship! If your husky is interested, direct them to the NSTP Husky Peer Mentor Page to get matched with a new Husky the first week of classes!
Link is in our Linktree!

Happy Father’s Day to all the Husky dads, grandfathers, stepdads, and father figures who lead with love, strength, and s...
06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the Husky dads, grandfathers, stepdads, and father figures who lead with love, strength, and support! 💜💛

Thank you for the guidance, sacrifices, and memories you create every day. Wishing you a wonderful day filled with appreciation and happiness! 🐾

Juneteenth is a day of celebration, recognizing the end of chattel slavery on June 19, 1865 in the United States. It is ...
06/19/2026

Juneteenth is a day of celebration, recognizing the end of chattel slavery on June 19, 1865 in the United States. It is also a day for reflection on the history of the inequalities that were rooted in our system, preventing Black individuals from pursing an equitable and just future. ❤💛💚🖤

Please use the resource below to learn more about the cultural significance that Juneteenth holds, and the events occurring on this date!
https://equity.uwmedicine.org/cultural-observances/juneteenth/

Hello, Husky Families! 🐾Our 2025-2026 school year has come to an end. We want to thank each and every Husky, Husky Paren...
06/17/2026

Hello, Husky Families! 🐾

Our 2025-2026 school year has come to an end. We want to thank each and every Husky, Husky Parent, and Husky Family Member for all the support that was provided throughout this year. We are incredibly grateful to have such an amazing system of families be there for us, their student, and the UW. 💜💛

To commemorate, please enjoy these moment that were captured throughout the school year! 📸

As we prepare for our summer plans, we want to wish everyone a wonderful summer. Enjoy the sun! ☀

We will continue to update you all on our activities, so be on the look out by following us on Instagram & Facebook, or subscribing to our Insider Newsletter (in bio)! See you all soon!

Husky Families, it's that time of the year again! 💜💛It is time to celebrate the successes of our Class of 2026 Graduates...
06/10/2026

Husky Families, it's that time of the year again! 💜💛

It is time to celebrate the successes of our Class of 2026 Graduates at UW's 151st Commencement Ceremony! 🎓

We are SO proud of each and every one of our Huskies, and are more than excited to commemorate all the hard work that they've dedicated throughout the years. We wish them love, happiness, and success as they strive towards a boundless future! 🎉

🎓 Commencement is on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at Husky Stadium. Doors will open at 12:00 PM, and the program will begin promptly at 1:30 PM.

🎓 Come grab a commemorative Mom/Dad Fan to cheer on your Husky at Commencement! After this year, this fan design will retire, so get them while you can!

📍 Available at the Visitor Center located on campus by Odegaard Undergraduate Library.

Here are some tips we wanted to share if you intend to be at the event!
💜 Come early — The 2026 FIFA games are starting soon, and as a proud sponsor of the event, the UW fields are being used by players for practice. Make sure to come early to avoid traffic and to secure a seat at the event!

To learn more:
🐾 https://www.washington.edu/seattle26/frequently-asked-questions/

💛 Plan ahead — Along with coming early, make sure to plan ahead! Whether it’s using a car, driving services, or public transportation, make sure to keep up to date with traffic and time schedules so that you arrive on time!

💜 Prepare for the Weather — Make sure to keep an eye on the weather! Washington is known for having constant shifts in temperature, so be prepared for wind, rain, or shine!

💛 Stay hydrated — Make sure to bring a sealed bottle of water to the event! In the scenario where the weather is warmer, it’s always a good idea to stay hydrated during long ceremonies.

📣 To learn more about Commencement, please visit this resource for more information: https://www.washington.edu/graduation/

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