We look forward to meeting you at Family Orientation!
Family Orientation is designed for parents and families supporting their student as they begin their first year at UW. If you are a first-year student, please refer back to your confirmation email to for your student-agenda link.
Below are a few tips on how to navigate the program:
Get connected: Ask questions and connect with other parents and families through the Official UW New Families 2025 Facebook Group hosted by Parent & Family Programs.
Join the New Families 2025 Facebook Group
Start and End Time: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Pacific Time
The offices of Parent & Family Programs and First Year Programs will kick off Family Orientation with an overview of the agenda and some tips for helping your student navigate their first year at UW.
Review the Husky Guide (student publication) and the Parent & Family Guide for commonly used resources.
Zoom ID: 92377403863
Academic advisers are among the most important connections your student can make. This session will introduce you to the academic adviser role and provide an overview of the general education requirements that students use to create their class schedules.
If your student was directly admitted to the Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering, Informatics, Foster School of Business, Honors program, or Engineering Undeclared, advisers will provide an additional recording or a session on specific dates. Visit the following website for more information: https://fyp.uw.edu/aofamdirect.
Zoom ID: 92377403863
Connect with Student Fiscal Services to create a plan for viewing and paying tuition while at the University.
Zoom ID: 92377403863
Explore the various academic resources that students can utilize to support their academic success.
Zoom ID: 92377403863
Your student's health and wellness are important to us. Learn more from UW Counseling Center and Husky Health Center professionals about the various resources your student can connect with to support their mental health.
Zoom ID: 92377403863
Take some time for a break and we will return shortly with more information from UW staff and faculty.
Join staff from the Office of Student Financial Aid to review how financial aid works. Topics may include the cost of attendance, an overview of the different types of financial awards, requesting a revision to financial aid awards, understanding loans, or using aid to pay bills.
Zoom ID: 92377403863
The University of Washington Police Department (UWPD) will share campus safety resources as well as tips around keeping your student's personal items secure on campus.
Zoom ID: 92377403863
No matter where your student lives, there are resources to help them create a living space that supports their academic success. Housing & Food Services shares important services and move-in dates. If your student plans to commute to campus, they are welcome to use Commuter & Transfer Commons when they come to campus.
Zoom ID: 92377403863
Meet with faculty to learn ways that your student will interact with faculty during their time at the UW, including classroom expectations.
Zoom ID: 92377403863
How did the process go for you? What is missing in your transition to the UW? We care about your feedback and read all of your comments. By completing your Family Orientation session evaluation, you will impact Family Orientation programming.
Explore other first-year family resources like newsletters and podcasts by visiting the Family Orientation website. Check out UW Parent & Family Programs to learn more about events, resources, and information throughout your student's time at the UW.
120 Mary Gates Hall Box 352825
Seattle, WA 98195-2825
Mary Gates Hall 120
Academic Year: Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.
Summer: Mon-Thurs 8:00 a.m.– 4:30 p.m., Fri 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
Winter Break: Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Commuter and Transfer Commons (HUB 141)
Academic Year: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Breaks & Summers: Closed
Closed during University holidays.
206-543-4905 (Voice)
206-207-5564 (Text)
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