What to Expect This Fall

Students and their families have many questions about the upcoming semester, especially about health and safety issues. Here is some information about how the university plans to operate during the fall semester. We continue to see encouraging progress in the …

Steps for a Successful Move-In

UW–Madison fall move-in is just weeks away! To help prepare for a smooth move-in experience, please partner with us to share the responsibility of keeping our campus healthy and safe. Each student receives an assigned …

Advice for Off-Campus Moving Day

On August 14 and 15, leases for most campus and downtown rentals expire. That means thousands of students move in and out of their campus-area apartments and houses. Here are some ideas for supporting your …

Fall Family Events and Football

Family Weekend: October 8–10, 2021 We look forward to seeing you this fall, either in-person or virtually, at Family Weekend, UW–Madison’s signature event for parents and families. Family Weekend gives the whole family, from grandparents …

Welcome from Student Affairs

Dear parents and families, It feels so good to be writing you from a UW–Madison campus that is coming alive again. The warmth and joy on people’s faces as they stroll campus and meet with …