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Hello Family and Friends!

Ohio University invites all students' families and friends to join us for these weekends that are especially designed to honor you. Remember, local hotels fill quickly for these special weekends, so please review the lodging information on each page and book your room early. All of these events (unless specifically noted) are open to the public.

To list your event on any of the following calendars, please submit your event to the on-line Calendar of Events. An Oak ID is required to submit an event.

For more activities at Ohio University during any weekend, please take a look at the University Calendar of events.

Parking Info

To ensure safe and orderly movement of vehicular traffic and to allow access for emergency vehicles, Parking Services and the Ohio University Police Department ask that you follow the guidelines outlined below:

All vehicles must be in a legal space

Vehicles are not allowed on the grass or in the driveways leading to buildings

Ohio University parking lots are open from after 5 p.m. Friday until 6 p.m. Sunday, EXCEPT for the following lots:
  • Lots 50, 53, 54, 55, and 153
  • the University Garages
  • Posted Restricted Spaces
Illegally parked vehicles will be cited and removed at the owner's expense.

Any questions should be directed to Parking Services at 740-593-1917 or visit the Parking Services Web site for more information regarding special event parking.

Whom to Contact

For Lodging
Local hotels fill quickly for this special weekend, so please book your room early. An extensive list of hotels and their contact information is available at the Athens County Convention and Visitors Bureau site or call at 1-800-878-9767 for assistance.

Need Directions to Campus?
Directions to Athens are available online. An online campus map is also available.

In Case of Emergency...
If a family member needs to get a message to a visiting parent and is uncertain how to contact him or her, they should contact the Ohio University Police Department at 740-593-1911 or e-mail police@ohio.edu.

Lost Luggage?
Should a parent lose their luggage, or if any kind of emergency arises, he or she should contact the Ohio University Police Department at 740-593-1911.
more about the weekends
 

Moms Weekend 2008
May 2-4, 2008
Historically, one of the most popular weekends of the year is Moms Weekend. All Ohio University moms are invited to join us in Athens for a very special time.

Download Weekend Schedule (PDF format, updated 4/30/08)

Homecoming 2008
September 26-28
Although you may not think of this one as a family weekend, it's a perfect time to visit old haunts and special places. Everyone is welcome.

Fall Parents Weekend
November 7-9, 2008
The first family weekend of the school year is in honor of parents. All moms and dads are invited to join us for a few days to relax amidst the beauty of the Ohio University campus.

Dads Weekend
January 23-25, 2009
All dads are invited to visit their students for a very special weekend just for you.

Sibs Weekend
February 6-8, 2009
One of the first and best family weekends. Big and little sibs are invited to have a taste of college life and time to bond with their brother or sister. Cousins are welcome, too.

Winter Parents Weekend
February 20-22, 2009
Because one just isn't enough, there's a second weekend especially in honor of parents. Please join us for a full slate of events designed with you in mind.


Moms Weekend 2009
May 1-3, 2009
Historically, one of the most popular weekends of the year is Moms Weekend. All Ohio University moms are invited to join us in Athens for a very special time.




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