You are important partners in
Your Student's Success
Families
ON BEHALF OF THE OFFICE OF STUDENT SUPPORT AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT, we welcome you and your family to the GW community! .The university experience can be a big transition for both you and your student. From developing professional networks to learning in new disciplines to finding and connecting with different communities, students will uncover identities and discover more about the world around them. As parents and family members, you are important partners in your student’s success. We believe establishing a relationship with parents and family members is an important component of this academic, social, and professional transition.
WELCOME
We look forward to welcoming you and your family at Colonials Weekend 2019, September 20-22!
Colonials Weekend offers an opportunity for families to visit with their students in the fall and celebrate with the GW community. Enjoy a weekend of fun activities for the entire GW community, including the Colonials Weekend Kickoff Party, a GW food festival, live music, tours of campus, and opportunities to make new friends and great memories.A schedule of events will be published on this website before registration opens in July.
Please feel free to contact [email protected] if you have any questions.
Feel free to visit the Colonials Weekend website to view a recap from last year.
GW Family Listerv
The GW Family Listserv provides timely information on campus resources/services, helpful tips and suggestions, important dates, upcoming events for parents and caregivers of undergraduate students.
By joining the listserv, you will receive emails throughout the semester to stay informed of what is happening on campus.
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
WE RECOGNIZE THAT GOING TO COLLEGE is a new chapter not only in the lives of the students, but also in the lives of parents and family members. The next four years will bring a wealth of new experiences to your student, and offer many ways for you to become involved at GW! Because you are an integral part of this transition, you may be interested in participating in the GW Family Ambassador Program through the focus areas we are continuing to develop this academic year.
Career Engagement
In partnership with the Center for Career Services, this area will focus on expanding career and internship opportunities for students.
Family Communication
In partnership with the Office of Student Support and Family Engagement, this area will focus on expanding the types and nature of communication with parents and families.
Event Volunteering
This includes volunteering at events on-campus, throughout the United States, and internationally.
Family Philanthropy
In partnership with the GW Family Philanthropy team, this area will focus on families supporting students through financial contributions that impact all areas of student life.
FAMILY SUPPORT RESOURCES
