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Welcome, Cal parents and families!

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Keegan Houser

UC Berkeley is a community like no other. It’s energized by a daily flood of new ideas, and enriched by a diverse student body. It’s enlivened by art, culture, sports and by the best minds anywhere. Your student helps make Berkeley what it is — the world’s premier public university. And we’re here to help you discover all that Berkeley has to offer.

Important dates

The Berkeley Parent & Family Connection

The Berkeley Connection

Parents & Supporters Orientation August 21, 2024

Parents and Supporters Orientation Fall 2024

Parents & Supporters Orientation August 21, 2024

A welcome and overview of parent resources at our annual Parents & Supporters Orientation.

Messages from campus

November 8, 2024

Nov 08

Times Higher Ed ranks UC Berkeley No.1 public university in U.S.

October 30, 2024

Oct 30

Chancellor Lyons shared a video message about the impact of hateful rhetoric on our campus community.

October 23, 2024

Oct 23

At his inauguration, Chancellor Lyons thanks UC Berkeley, charts path for ‘the people’s university’

Enhancing Safety On Campus and In the Community

Safety on Campus

For the most up-to-date information regarding safety on and around UC Berkeley