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Student Parent Graduation Celebration

Calling all graduating student parents - both undergrad and grad! Join the UC Davis Student Parent Working Group and CCAMPIS for a celebratory gathering to recognize your incredible achievement! Come on your own or bring a few guests (including children, of course!). The event includes dinner, presentation of certificates, UC Davis swag, family photos, and fun children’s activities.

Members of the larger student parent community are also welcome to attend and join in the celebration.

Students graduating over the summer and for Fall 2025 are invited as well!

Gift Items for Student Parents

Have a baby or children's item (furniture, bicycle, art supplies, toy, etc.) in good condition you would like to gift to a student parent at UC Davis?  Complete this form and the item will be posted in the Student Parent Newsletter, which is sent every other Friday.  Interested students will be instructed to email you if they would like the item.  Pick up is arranged between you and the student.  Once the item is claimed, you can contac

Raptor Center Tour

The Transfer and Reentry Center is sponsoring a visit to the UC Davis California Raptor Center on Wednesday, April 2, 3-5pm. Space is limited so please only register if you are sure that you are able to attend.  Open to transfer and reentry students (including student parents), and children ages 5+. The visit will include an interactive presentation, followed by a tour of the Center.  Students are welcome to stay for as long as they're able to attend; it's okay to come a bit late or leave a bit early, if necessary. The Raptor Center is located at

Family Resource Fair

Pregnant and parenting students, staff, and faculty are invited to attend the Family Resource Fair to connect with on and off campus family resources.

Wednesday, March 12, 4-6pm by the Orchard Park Community Center South

Rain or shine!

Pre-register to enter to win prizes!

Many organizations will be present, including:

Student Parent Group Fitness Classes

Join other student parents in a series of FREE fitness classes just for you!  Classes meet at the ARC (Activities & Recreation Center) throughout the winter quarter.  Each class will feature a different format.  More class details will be announced as the quarter continues.

Calendar

November/December 2024Tuesday, November 54pm Club

4-5pm at the Orchard Park Community Center South (next to the playground)

Playgroup/parent-child activities featuring arts and crafts, sports, and games.  You do not need to live in Orchard Park to attend.

RSVP to attend

Family Potluck Dinner

5:30-7pm at the Orchard Park Community Center South (next to the playground)

Graduation Stole Crowdfund Campaign

Join us to support and honor student parents!https://tinyurl.com/ucd-grad-stolesThere are approximately 1,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional student parents at UC Davis - students who are caring for children while pursuing higher education. They write honors theses, study abroad, engage in groundbreaking research, and bring a distinct and invaluable perspective to the classroom - all while raising children and nurturing families.

Bring Your Kids to Campus Day: MOVED TO ORCHARD PARK

Bring Your Kids to Campus DayWednesday, October 2Come to #kids2campus to spread awareness of the student parent experience and be in community! 3pm: Visibility Walk through campus from the Arboretum (start at Wyatt Deck to walk by Mrak, Shields Library, and the Quad) Walk canceled due to excessive heat4:30-7pm: Children's activity tables and family picnic at the EOP Lawn Orchard Park Apartments - Community Center South near the playground Activity ta

Campus Trick or Treating

UC Davis Student Parent Family Trick or Treat

Thursday 10/24/2024, 3-5pm

Trick or treating @ campus departments around the Quad, Silo, and Mrak area (map will be provided).  

RSVP to participate and receive trick or treat map and other updates