Parent & Family Programs

The Dean of Student Affairs Office approaches our relationship with students from the viewpoint that recognizes their status as young adults, since most of our undergraduates are the majority age 18. With that in mind, although the university's primary relationship is with the students, we see the relationship with parents and family members as equally important. The Dean of Student Affairs Office is dedicated to developing Parent & Family Programs to help address the needs of parents and encourage them to become involved in the campus and greater Columbia community.

The Parent and Family Connection Web site is the central online source for Parent & Family Programs. Parents will find information on Family Orientation, Family Weekend and other events. This is also the primary source of information on volunteering through the Columbia Family Association. Volunteer activities range from assisting Undergraduate Admissions with recruitment efforts to volunteering for hospitality or speaking engagements at major events.

The Family Connection newsletter works in conjunction with the Web site as a great source for important dates and helpful information for parents and families. Family Connection, published once per semester, features articles about student life, on-campus activity and programs, and Columbia University news.