As we begin another year here at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign during this unprecedented time, we are grateful to be welcoming our returning students and their families back both in person and virtually. While we know this academic year will look very different than those of the past, we want to reassure you that the Office Parent and Family Programs Office is committed to providing guidance and resources for parents and families during this time. For example, our annual Illini Family Resource Guide and Calendar can be found online. We publish an updated version of the guide and calendar every summer with parents and families in mind, and we encourage you to read both and keep them handy. Also, visit our website, we continually revise the information on our website with updates and other resources, and to follow us via social media on Facebook and Twitter.
We spent much of the summer welcoming our new parent and families virtually to the Illini Family, and look forward to working with our new and returning Illini families throughout this year. As part of the Illini Family, you still have an awesome opportunity to be part of the Moms or Dads Association where you can connect with other Illinois parents and families, or even apply to serve on the board of directors. These are all great opportunities for you to be an active member of the Illinois community. For more information about the Moms Association visit IlliniMoms.com, and for more information about the Dads Association visit IlliniDads.com.
If you’re looking for a way to stay engaged virtually make sure you join our University of Illinois Parent and Family Facebook Group? We created a Group for Parents and Family members of UIUC students to connect and communicate with each other about whatever they would like i.e. sharing tips, have question, etc. To join, click here.
Finally, as we begin this new year please know that our entire Illinois community is working toward our shared goal of keeping everyone safe, calm and prepared to weather whatever this year may bring. We hope to continue to provide you with the information and resources you need to ensure your student’s safety and success at Illinois. We truly believe that the more you know about the university and your student’s place in it, the better you are prepared to be of help and support to your student. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us via phone (217) 333-7063 or via email iuparentfamilyprograms@illinois.edu.
Wishing you and your family health and joy as we embark upon this new journey together.
Go Illini!
