About the Parent and Family Network
Helping families and parents...
- Join the Hawkeye family
- Connect with key campus resources
- Contribute to their student's success at Iowa
- Stay updated on UI news and events
The UI Parent and Family Network's on-campus office is your connection to University departments and offices that can answer specific questions and respond to concerns. The Parents Association is staffed by the Office of the Vice President for Student Life and works closely with many offices all over campus.
History
Established in 1955 as the Dad's Association, UI Parent and Family Connections was created in 1971 to bring about a closer relationship among parents, students and the University. The Association's on-campus office is your connection to University departments and offices that can answer specific questions and respond to concerns. The Parents Association is staffed by the Office of the Vice President for Student Life and works closely with many offices all over campus.
Coming to college is a big step, regardless of a person's background, and we recognize the investment this requires as a student and as a parent or family member. We also recognize the deep commitment you have to the success of your child, and this is something to which the University is also committed. Students often face challenges and can become overwhelmed or confused as they encounter periods of self–exploration. We know from experience that parents and family members can often make such obstacles easier to overcome; however, assisting your child is not always easy and can provide its own unique set of challenges.