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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

Student Parents Featured as Commencement Speakers

Two undergraduate student parents, Laicee Brown and Caroline Williams, gave commencement addresses at the 2024 graduation ceremonies.  You can read their bios and notes about their remarks on the UC Davis News website.  Congrats to all of the graduating student parents.  We're proud of you and your families!

Family Field Day

Family Field Day

Sunday, June 2, 4-6pm

Lawn behind Dutton Hall

 

Join student parent families for an afternoon of games, fun, and food!  

Picnic dinner (sandwiches, salads, and snacks) will be provided.  

Please bring a picnic blanket or lawn chairs.  

Lawn games, bubbles, sports, and more!

 

RSVP to join us for a fun event!