Badger Family Forums
Badger Family Forums are virtual events that bring together a group of campus experts who answer your questions about a particular topic. Topics include health and safety, study abroad, academics, and more.
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2024 Forum Archive
Helping Your Student Find a Home Away from Home | September 27
Advice from campus and off-campus experts about housing on and off campus.
Badger Blast-Off: Your Essential Guide for Incoming Students and Families Forum | August 23
Our experts share move-in information, logistics, and upcoming events.
Support for First-Gen Families | March 1
A conversation with UW staff who share personal insights and professional advice for first-generation families and their students.
2023 Forum Archive
Building Badger Futures | November 3
Panelists explore career services and tools to empower students to achieve career success.
Insights on Campus Safety | October 6
A discussion on all dimensions of campus safety, including high-risk behaviors among students and campus response strategies.
Helping Students Find a Home Away from Home | September 28
Tips and advice on making informed housing decisions and navigating the housing market.
Navigating the Fall Semester | September 8
Successfully navigating the exciting and challenging transition to college.
First Year Family Forum | August 4
Campus experts answer all lingering questions about the upcoming fall semester.
Commencement & Continued Connection | May 5
Q&A about commencement and how to stay connected after graduation.
Badgers Beyond Borders | April 7
Study abroad experts discuss supporting Badgers as they live and learn across the globe.
Ask Us Anything | March 3
The Parent and Family team answers questions from parents.
Belonging, Becoming, and Being | May 5
Campus experts discuss student organizations, leadership opportunities, and other ways for Badgers to find community.
2022 Forum Archive
Finish Strong | November 10
Campus experts discuss common challenges students face toward the end of a semster.
Campus Safety | October 6
A conversation with campus and city police leadership discussing safety resources.
A Community of Care on Campus | February 2
Strategies to support mental health and wellbeing.