Families
We are happy to have you as a part of the Buff Family! We know you have worked hard to support your student in becoming a Buff, and know your student'sÌýsuccess is not a coincidence. We believe in working together to continue supporting your student throughout their time at ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder.
There are many ways you can be involved, stay connected andÌýhelp your student in their academic journey. If you can’t find what you are looking for or have any questions about your student’s experience, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
Stay Connected
We offer many ways to stay connected with us and informed about your student’s journey at ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder.
The Buff Family Newsletter will help keep you in the know with all that is happening at ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder, including news, important dates, upcoming events and programs and university policies. The newsletter goes out twice per month during the fall and spring and monthly during the summer.
Have You Herd provides learning and engagement opportunities for your family to stay in the know about upcoming steps in your student’s journey and to connect virtually with New Student & Family Programs and other Buff families.
The Buff Family Resource Hub provides valuable information and resources to support your student. This guide has all you need to know for your student’s first year, final year and everything in between at ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder.Ìý
Organized by topic, the Resource Hub is a great place to start when you don’t know where else to start!
Follow the Buff Family Facebook to keep up with things happening around campus, receive timely tips and conversation starters, learn about upcoming events and so much more.
Events and Involvment
Family Weekend is a time to reconnect with your student, experience campus and have fun. Family Weekend is typically held each fall in October.
Sign up for theÌýBuff Family Newsletter to be notified when Family Weekend registration opens!
The Marinus Smith Awards recognize faculty and staff who have had a particularly positive impact on our students. Honorees are nominated by both students and the families of students who have been impacted by their outstanding teaching, mentorship, support and service.
Is your student craving their favorite home-cooked meal? Share your favorite family recipe and the story behind the dish for our Taste of Home program in partnership with Campus Dining Services!
We collect recipes and share them in a virtual cookbook on ourÌý, and a select few will be recreated and featured in our dining centers!
New Buff Families
While we’re here to support and provide information to all Buff families throughout the entirety of your student’s time at ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder, we also have additional information and opportunities available for the families of our newest Buffs to help you and your student navigate this important transition.