Family Programs

Fall Family Open House

October 26-28, 2012

Come join the fun this activity-filled weekend which is devoted to providing you with plenty of chances to visit with your student and experience Western firsthand.

The biggest weekend of the fall – Fall Family Open House – brings parents, alumni and Bellingham community members to campus for a number of fun and engaging events. Be sure to mark this date on your calendar…you won’t want to miss it!

Contact New Student Services for more information. E-mail or Call 360.650.3846

 

Back 2 Bellingham

May 18-20, 2012

Outdoor adventure, outstanding student performances, fairs and food are just a taste of what Western has to offer during Back 2 Bellingham. Students, families, alumni and community members are encouraged to visit campus to experience a variety of exciting events that make Western a special community. 

Family Orientations

As your student begins college, your relationship with him or her will change. With this in mind we encourage you to attend Family Orientation. This program will provide you with the opportunity to:

• learn about the aspects of college life that will directly affect you attend workshops introducing Western’s curriculum and academic goals
• learn about important transitions that
• your family will experience
• receive information on student services
• and resources, including financial aid,
• housing, health services, and career planning
• get questions answered by current students,
• faculty and administrators

 

Transitions 2012

(Transfer Students & Families)

• Thursday, July 19
• Friday, July 20
• Monday, July 23

Summerstart 2012

(Freshmen Students & Families)

• July 30-31 [These dates are reserved for High Credit Freshmen (45+ credits)]
• August 1-2 (Wed-Thur)
  August 3-4 (Fri-Sat)
  August 6-7(Mon-Tue)
  August 8-9 (Wed-Thur)
  August 10-11 (Fri-Sat)
  August 13-14 (Mon-Tue)
  August 15-16 (Wed-Thur)