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The Central Washington University Parent Family Programs is an opportunity for parents to stay involved at Central and for the university to better address the issues parents face throughout the year. It also provides current CWU parents the chance to share with future CWU parents everything they've learned about the experience of transitioning to college life.

Coordinated through University Housing and New Student Programs, Parent Family Programs allows parents to get involved throughout the year in planned programs and events such as focus groups, marketing opportunities, Discover! Orientation and Family Weekend activities, and assist with formation of a new CWU Parent's Association.

A popular first-choice among college applicants, Central Washington University is one of the state's fastest growing higher education institutions. Recognized for its outstanding academic programs, small class sizes, personal attention, and beautiful setting, Central is located in historic Ellensburg, at the foothills of the Cascade Mountain Range-an easy two hour drive from Seattle and just a few hours from Spokane. With a beautiful main residential campus and six university centers, we are able to serve students throughout the state.

Attending college is an important milestone in every young adult's life. As a parent, you play a very significant role in helping your son or daughter explore their options and supporting them in experiencing the joys and challenges that come with college life.

Central Washington University is committed to providing you and your young adult with the answers, information and resources you need to guide you through the higher education process and staying connected as you become a part of our community.

The links in the table of contents listed below will guide you to information that is of interest to parents. Links to the left will guide you to parent information pages. All bold words are links and some offer screen tips on the information you will find.

In the event that you cannot find the information for which you are looking, please contact University Housing and New Student Programs at 509-963-2735 or via e-mail at discover@cwu.edu.

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Jenna Hyatt
Ms. Jenna Hyatt
Director of Residence Life and
New Student Programs
(509)963-1320
Gini Silva
Ms. Gini Silva
Office Assistance for
University Housing and New
Student Programs
(509)963-1324
Contact Information

University Housing and New Student Programs
ATTN: CWU Parent Family Programs
400 E. University Way
Ellensburg, WA 98926-7513
Phone: (509) 963-1111
Fax; 509-963-1892
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