Attending UMD’s family weekend? Here’s what to expect

By Lena LaJoy The University of Maryland hosted their first ever Family Weekend in 1980. Now, 46 years later, Family Weekend is expected to bring 6,582 registered guests to campus from Friday, Sept. 25, to Sunday, Sept. 27. Danielle Walker, assistant director in the Office of Family Engagement, said her and her team began preparation for Family Weekend in February. Her team reached out to … Continue reading Attending UMD’s family weekend? Here’s what to expect

Students and parents celebrate UMD’s 37th annual Family Weekend

By Jamie Kerner The University of Maryland welcomed students’ families to join the campus community in celebrating the 37th annual Family Weekend from Oct. 13 to 15. Throughout the weekend, students and their families had the opportunity to attend various events on and off campus. Family weekend is run by the Office of Parent and Family Affairs and the Division of Student Affairs. It is … Continue reading Students and parents celebrate UMD’s 37th annual Family Weekend