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Being a student and a parent is a bold, powerful, and courageous act. Every day, student parents juggle lectures and lunchboxes, papers and playdates, exams and endless to-do lists—and often, it can feel like you’re doing it all on your own.

Looking for a supportive space to do some physical activity?  Always wanted to run a 5K and didn't know where to start?  Apply to join the Student Parent Turkey Trot Training Group!

Participants will do training sessions to prepare to run a 5K or 2 Mile run (or even a 10K or 1 Mile run) at the Davis Turkey Trot (Saturday, November 21).  The program includes free race registration for you and your children (if they will be running with you or in the Kids Fun Run).

Sign up to receive the student parent newsletter by submitting this online form.  Graduate and undergraduate student parents, as well as staff, faculty, and community advocates, are welcome to subscribe.

• Major in Psychology, Sociology, Human Development, Communication, or Community and Regional Development.  Can also be an Education minor
• Have upper-division standing (completed between 84-90 units)
• Looking to add 2-4 units to their schedule by enrolling in a 192 internship course

Want to connect with another student parent with similar experiences?  Fill out this form noting your background and preferences (ages of children, program of study, where you live, etc.), and we'll match you with another student parent.  It's a great way to form a connection and share resources!

We’re excited to announce the Spring 2026 hours and programming for the Student Parent Space (SPS), located at the University House Annex (155 Shields Ave, next to the Native Nest). Hope to see you there!

We’re excited to announce that we have a new space dedicated for student parents - the University House Annex located behind the Native Nest!  

Come and check out the new Student Parent Space in the University House Annex (155 Shields Ave), between the Native Nest and Voorhies Hall!

Students who visit the space during the month of March will be entered into a drawing for a $25 Aggie Cash Card to use at the Dining Commons and on-campus eateries (CoHo, Peets, food trucks, etc.).

The Student Parent Space (SPS) is open these hours beginning March 2, 2026:

The Transfer and Reentry Center and Veterans Success Center are hiring Military Connected and Student Parent Graduate Assistants to create opportunities for military connected students and student parents to build a sense of community. GAs report to the Transfer and Reentry Center and the Veterans Success Center, and function as members of the Transfer and Veterans Services team.  Please note that positions are hourly and do not include tuition remission.

Sign Up for the Annual Student Parent Holiday Gift Drive!

Children in grades 3-9 are invited to receive support with their homework from UC Davis students at the Homework Club.  

Sessions are scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4-5pm and 5-6pm at the Orchard Park Community Center South and Fridays 4-5pm and 5-6pm at the Transfer and Reentry Center (1210 Dutton Hall).  The program begins the first week in November.  

The WorkLife office, in coordination with Graduate Studies and the Financial Aid office, offers limited grants to undergraduate, graduate, and professional students with dependent children to assist with childcare expenses.

Now accepting applications for Academic Year 2025-26.

Incoming graduate, professional, and undergraduate student parents and their families are invited to join us for an in person orientation on Sunday, September 21, 12-3pm at Putah Creek Lodge.  Attendees will enjoy an opportunity to network with other student parents, to connect with campus and community resources, and to introduce their families to UC Davis.  Lunch and children's activities will be provided. 

Are you an incoming graduate or undergraduate student parent?  Need help navigating resources and getting your family ready to join the UC Davis community?  Check out this checklist for guidance on how to approach the transition.

Student Parent Checklist-1.pdf