Family & Community Orientation Programs

The Family and Supporter Orientation sessions provide new WSU families and supporters with the tools necessary to support their student’s transition to WSU. There are a variety of options for family and supporters to choose from, including events on-campus, in the community, and online.

Family & Supporter Orientation Sessions

Student's father proudly displaying WSU DAD t-shirt

On- Campus Family & Supporter Orientation

The Family and Supporter Orientation sessions provide new WSU families and supporters with the tools necessary to support their new Coug’s transition to WSU. The family and supporter orientation will consist of separate programming focused on supporting your New Coug, but will run concurrent dates and times as your student’s session.

Community Based Family & Supporter Orientation

The new La Bienvenida

Families who speak Spanish are invited to attend a family welcome program known as La Bienvenida. La Bienvenida programs are offered May in communities throughout Washington. These sessions offer information in Spanish about the WSU community, financial services, and on-campus support services.

The new Hawai‘i Family & Supporter Orientation

Hawai‘i families are encouraged to participate in an orientation program centering on their experiences as they prepare for the transition to college and life in Pullman, WA.

Families & Supporters Can Stay Informed Too!

Visit the WSU Family Website or join the WSU Pullman Parents Facebook Group to stay updated on all you need to know as your new Coug starts college.