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September 2018   
Meet
MEET 
the Parent and Family Programs Staff
Triton Family Connection e-Newsletter is your e-connection to the university. Be in the know through this quarterly e-newsletter where some of your questions about your student’s college experience may be answered. Our office is here to help! It is our priority to serve as a resource to you and your family.

We look forward to hearing from you!
Karina
Karina M. Viaud, Ed.D.
Senior Officer
James
James Engler, M.A.
Program Coordinator
  Office of Parent and Family Programs (858) 534-7273 |  parents@ucsd.edu
READ 
the latest Parent and Family Programs news
Through the Parent & Family Guide, find detailed information about academic support, safety on campus and more.
La Guía para Padres y Familias está disponible en español. Aquí podrá encontrar información detallada sobre nuestro apoyo académico, la seguridad de la universidad y más. Infórmese aquí . 
欢迎浏览中文版家长和家庭指南，更多了解关于校园安全及学业帮助等资源信息。
 Read the Parent Guide in Mandarin.
Do you have questions about billing due dates, holidays, breaks or finals week? The annual calendar keeps you informed about important dates to support your student. Calendars are available for purchase.
The Triton Family Connection e-newsletter is a quarterly publication geared to prepare you for your student's transition to college and home, and provide information in advance to support your student.
Join
JOIN 
the Triton Parent & Family Ambassador Program
TPF Ambassador
Become a Triton Parent & Family Ambassador and participate in local and regional events for families of admitted and current students. Your story and experience matter to parents who will one day "walk in your shoes" which can be powerful for the parent seeking guidance, advice, or is simply in the unknown. Ambassadors will:
* Sit on parent panels * Attend an admission reception
* Take a survey to share ideas * Help with on-campus events
Connect
CONNECT 
with a current UC San Diego parent
ASK A PARENT! Request to connect with a Triton Parent & Family Ambassador who may live in your hometown, speaks a similar language or whose student shares a similar major with your student. Click here to connect . 
Info
INFORM 
yourself on the latest updates
AYUDA EN ESPAÑOL 
Haga su pregunta en español y le responderemos. http://parents.ucsd.edu/contact/espanol.html
GOOGLE TRANSLATE TOOL
French, Hindi, Burmese and more. Read our website in your preferred language. http://parents.ucsd.edu/
Plan
PLAN 
to attend the 11th Annual Family Weekend
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19
Welcome Reception, Triton Pin Ceremony, & a Haunted Hoedown  
6:30 – 9 p.m. | Price Center Plaza
Start the weekend with an exciting welcome, a Triton Pin "initiation," followed by a spooky Haunted Hoedown. It's Freaky Friday!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20
Breakfast N’ Research 
8:30 – 10 a.m. | Price Center Plaza
It's research done the Triton way by student researchers at their best. Be prepared to be amazed by their work.

Movie Screening: Attack of the Killer Tomatoes 
2 – 4:30 p.m. | Price Center Theater
In honor of the 40th Anniversary of one of UC San Diego's iconic movie appearances, meet writer/director/producer and UC San Diego alumnus John DeBello ('75) as he discusses the making of the movie. Then, enjoy a special screening of the movie. 
Triton Tailgate: A Barbecue and Music Festival 
4 – 7 p.m. | RIMAC Field
Home sweet Homecoming Weekend with more food, games, ziplining, and an outdoor music experience.

UC San Diego Women’s Volleyball Match
7 – 9 p.m. | RIMAC Court
Cheer on the Women’s Volleyball team as they take on Sonoma State in our newly renovated halls of the RIMAC Arena and experience Triton pride on full display.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21
Farewell Brunch and Family of the Year Award
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Price Center West Ballroom
Reflect on your time with your student. We honor every family at this Farewell Brunch, with special recognition to the family-recipient of the Family of the Year Award.
*This is the last event of the weekend. Learn more about the entire weekend .
FAMILY OF THE YEAR AWARD
We welcome families and students to self-nominate for the Family of the Year Award honored at Family Weekend during brunch. Visit our website for instructions to submit your nomination and gifts family recipient receives. Deadline is September 10.

Picture: 2017 Family of the Year, the Rosarios
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
and closes October 12. Select your preferred package.
 Guest (8 years old and older) $60
 UC San Diego Student       $25
 Free admission for guests ages 7 & under
  Guest (8 years old and older)  $45
  UC San Diego Student         $25
 Free admission for guests ages 7 & under
For more information, visit http://parents.ucsd.edu or
contact parents@ucsd.edu | (858) 534-7273.
There is much more to Family Weekend. Visit the website for a comprehensive schedule, registration, check-in and lodging information at Bartell Hotels.