A Message for Parents from Dr. Jacob Diaz, Vice President of Student Development

On behalf of the university I extend a special welcome to you, SU Parents!

We are delighted to have your student here at Seattle University,and welcome you as important members of our community. College is acritical time of transition for your student. During theirundergraduate years, students experience tremendous academic growth,become passionate about their discipline, and learn a great deal aboutthemselves through their experiences both in and out of class. We hopethat every student will take full advantage of the exceptionaleducation Seattle University offers.

Whether you're the parent of an undergraduate or graduate student,on-campus resident or commuter, or you're an interested family member,your involvement in the Seattle University community is critical to theoverall success of the University and to the quality education of yourstudent. We applaud your participation and look forward to getting toknow you!

This website provides information about your role—everything fromtransition issues, to resources on campus, to where to stay when youvisit campus, and other information, which we feel is helpful forstudents transitioning into the Seattle University community. Don'thesitate to contact us if we can be of further assistance to you oryour student.

Welcome to Seattle University!

Jacob L. Diaz, Ed.D.

Vice President for Student Development