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

Join us for a back to school pool party at the UC Davis Rec Pool (152 La Rue Rd) before the TK-12 school year begins on Sunday, August 3, 6:30-8:30pm.  Families with children of all ages are welcome.  School supply giveaways for school aged children - while supplies last.  

Questions?  Contact the Student Parent Working Group at studentparent-wg@ucdavis.edu.  

All incoming undergraduate, graduate, and professional student parents are invited to attend this one-day, virtual pre-orientation designed to help you and your family prepare for your time at UC Davis.  Returning students who would like a refresher are also welcome.

Wednesday, June 18, 9am-1pm

Via Zoom

Participants are welcome to come in and out throughout the program

Children can attend with their parents

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.

Spend a night relaxing and connecting with other student parents while your children are fed and entertained!  The Office of Student Support will be present to share resources and answer questions.

Kids Night Out

Saturday, May 17, 5-8pm

• Kids ages 6+ can attend Youth Programs Camp at the ARC - pizza will be provided
• Kids ages 5 and under can enjoy games, activities, and dinner with student volunteers at the Orchard Park Community Center South

Registration deadline for the Youth Programs Camp (ages 6+): Wednesday, May 7

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!

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:

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.

For the first time ever, student parents and their families are invited to participate in the annual Picnic Day Parade on Saturday, April 12.  The parade typically begins around 10am, with opening ceremonies starting at 9:30am on the Quad.

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

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

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 UCD Student Parent Turkey Trot Training Group!