Calling All Moms

Everyone is a member of the Moms Association – please consider supporting the group by serving as a member of the Board.  It’s a great way to engage with the University of Illinois family and support your student. If you wish to apply, please fill out the Moms Association Board Application.

There are lots of other parent volunteer opportunities as well. Please consider volunteering for any of the events below.  Fill out the Volunteer Application! to let us know your interest!

Move-In Week Activities – August

• Welcome families to Illinois; answer questions/concerns

Dads Weekend – Fall

• Friday evening: Distribute event tickets, check in guests
• Tailgate Party on Saturday: Distribute meal tickets, greet and visit with families

Latina/o Family Visit Day – Fall

• Welcome families; talk with families about parent services (must be fluent in Spanish)

Moms Weekend – Spring

• Moms Association Info Table on Saturday: assist Moms Weekend guests, answer questions
• Moms Weekend Awards Presentation and Annual Meeting Saturday morning: welcome attendees, set up and tear down
• IUB Craft Fair on Saturday: sell merchandise, greet Illinois families

Admitted Student Days – Spring

• Distribute information to parents of admitted students; encourage parents and students to accept offer of admission; share your insight and experience

Summer Registration – May to July

• Address questions and concerns of new parents, share experiences, distribute Illini Parent 101 handbooks, collect parent contact information