Spring Parents Weekend, Feb. 25-27 at the University of Colorado at Boulder, will give parents the opportunity to learn about CU聮s connection to space, attend a basketball game and learn about off-campus housing options.
The reservation deadline for parents who want to participate is Friday, Feb. 4.
Parents can view astronaut mementos during the reception in the CU Heritage Center and hear Professor Jim Palmer聮s film lecture on, "The Right Stuff," about the selection of the Mercury astronauts.
In addition, astrophysicist Joe Romig will talk about space and other developments in the 21st century. The programs will complement a celebration of space and groundbreaking planned for commencement that will be attended by CU-Boulder astronaut alumni.
In addition to cheering on the CU Women聮s Basketball team as they battle Missouri, parents can hear Coach Ceal Barry speak during the luncheon on Saturday, Feb. 26. Barry is in her 17th season with CU-Boulder.
"Finding Housing Off Campus," last year聮s most popular session, also is scheduled for this year. The session will provide information about assistance available through Off-Campus Student Services.
Spring Parents Weekend offers parents a chance to see their sons or daughters, meet other parents and experience some of the top academic and cultural offerings CU-Boulder has to offer.
Parents who would like more information about the weekend can call the CU Office of Parent Relations at (303) 492-2283 or visit the Web site at and follow the links to the Parents Association.