Events for Parents and Families
Several events are planned for parent and family involvement throughout the year.
Summer Sendoffs
Sendoffs are a great opportunity for incoming students and their families to connect with each other before orientation. Current families host these receptions over the summer. DU staff, current students and parents attend to answer questions and concerns and to share what they love most about DU.
Remaining Sendoffs for Summer 2013
Santa Monica, August 3rd, 2:00pm - 4:00pm (140 Marguerita Avenue, 90402)
Denver, August 10th, 9:00am - 12:00pm (Gottesfeld Room, Ritchie Center, DU campus)
Minneapolis, August 11th, 7:00pm - 9:00pm (Oak Ridge Country Club, 700 Oak Ridge Road, Hopkins 55305)
Register to attend a Summer Sendoff Here
Homecoming & Family Weekend will be October 25th & 26th, 2013
Students, parents, alumni, faculty, staff and friends of DU are invited to reconnect and celebrate Homecoming & Family Weekend in October. Plan to join us for Parent and Family Information Sessions, Coffee with the Chancellor, Taste of DU, and much more!
Moms & Dads Weekends
On alternating years, Moms & Grandmoms and Dads & Granddads Weekends provide families the opportunity to spend time with their student while becoming more familiar with the University and enjoying our city and state.
Activities include Pioneer Sports, lectures, and tours of the DU carillon.
Commencement
Congratulations to the parents and families of graduating students! For details about upcoming commencement activities, please visit www.du.edu/commencement.
Volunteering
Parent and Family Relations has opportunities to be involved by volunteering during special programs. Contact parents@du.edu.
Resources for Traveling to DU
Hotels
Several hotels are found near the DU campus, and many have a University of Denver (DU) Discount Rate.
Tourism
Colorado offers scenic mountain pathways, outdoor festivals, famous attractions, and more. Visit the official site of Colorado Tourism, Denver Tourism, or the Colorado Ski Resort Guide, to plan your next visit.
Parking On Campus
The University of Denver is an urban campus and parking is limited. Please plan sufficient time to find parking in General or Visitor parking lots prior to events. Parking fees are $1.50/hr in most parking lots. Visit Parking & Transportation for maps and information.
Transportation in Denver
Regional Transportation District (RTD)
Denver International Airport Rental Vehicles
