WashU Parent & Family Engagement Skip to content Skip to search Skip to footer Your family is part of our community We are excited your family has joined the WashU community. We offer a wealth of support and a variety of ways to help you connect with your student and the university. More about what we do Parent & Family Orientation Parent & Family Orientation is designed to help families feel welcomed, informed and confident as their students begin their university journey. Learn more about the orientation Incoming Families Guide Review this brief overview of important tasks for your student to complete before coming to Wash U See important dates I am pleased to welcome you to WashU and feel honored that your student and family have made the decision to join our outstanding community. You might also visit... Residential Life Providing a safe environment that encourages learning and growth in an inclusive community Visit Residential Life Student Health Center — Danforth Campus Supporting each student’s well-being through medical and psychiatric services Visit Student Health Center Taylor Family Center for Student Success Creating an infrastructure of support for first-generation or limited-income students to thrive Visit Taylor Family Center for Student Success WashU Cares Connecting to mental, medical, financial and academic resources with supportive case management Visit WashU Cares More Student Affairs departments