Supporting First-Gen Tritons, Every Step of the Way
As a parent or family member or loved ones, you’re an important part of the Triton community! Whether through volunteering, attending events, or supporting your student’s journey, there are many ways to stay involved. UC San Diego’s Parent and Family Programs offer resources, connections, and opportunities to help you engage and thrive alongside your students
Learn more at https://parents.ucsd.edu/
Parents Council
Parents Council members lead through philanthropy and engagement, supporting campus programs and events that benefit the Triton experience. With annual gifts of $5,000 or more, they help shape the future for all UC San Diego students.
Triton Family Ambassadors
Join a community of parents and family members who volunteer their time and talents to support UC San Diego. From connecting with new Triton families to offering career advice or language support, Ambassadors make a big impact. To learn more about being a Triton Family Ambassador, sign up for a meeting with the team below
Parents & Family Events
New Family Orientation
Engaged and informed parents and families are essential to student success. Learn more about the many resources and services available to your student while connecting with your new Triton community.
Sign up for OrientationInternational Parent and Family Orientation
International Parent and Family Orientation introduces families of new international undergraduate students to UC San Diego resources and services with a combination of virtual and in-person (on campus) programming.
Explore International Parent & Family OrientationFamily Weekend
Family Weekend invites parents and family members to join their student on campus for a weekend full of fun, exciting and educational events for the whole family.
View the Family Weekend ScheduleTriton Family Web Series
The Triton Family Web Series offers a slate of informative and timely sessions covering topics that support students and families. All the sessions are recorded and posted on Youtube.
Watch the Triton Family Web Series recordingsConnect with the Parent and Family Programs
Email: parents@ucsd.edu
Parent Helpline*: (858) 534-7273
Fax: (858) 534-5629
Mailing Address: 9500 Gilman Drive # 0330, La Jolla, CA 92093
Location: Career Services Center, First Floor
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m
*The Parent Helpline is monitored during business hours only. We strive to return all voicemails within 24-48 business hours. If you are in need of urgent assistance outside of business hours, or for emergency-related questions, contact the UC San Diego Campus Police at (858) 534-4357.
