College Parenting

This Month and Next

• Aug. 8 – Financial Check-In for new residential students to avoid late fees. Reach out to Student Financial Services for more assistance with FCI or FAFSA.
• Aug. 13 – Dining Hall opens at 12pm for new students.
• Aug. 13 -15 – Welcome Week – New students need to schedule a move-in slot for the 13th or 14th through their ResLife portal. Returning students move in on the 15th.
• Aug. 18 – First day of residential classes.
• Aug. 22 – Last day for students to add/drop a class. Add/Drop week is Aug. 18-22.
• Bookmark this year’s Academic Calendar (PDF) for important dates and events.

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Family Weekend 2025 is Sept. 19-21!

Registration is now open!

Visit our Family Weekend page to register and for more information. We hope to see you there!

Prayer Points

• Moving in & moving back on campus
• Establishing friendships & learning to share living spaces
• Adjusting to new routines & class schedules
• Balancing academics, social activities, & personal time with the Lord daily
• Missing home, family, & friends

• Ephesians 6:14-17 – For the helmet of salvation to protect their thoughts and the sword of truth to fight against lies about themselves or may believe of others
• 2 Timothy 1:7  – For strength in the Lord
• Psalm 91:6, 14-16 – For protection from temptations that would destroy their faith
• Ephesians 4:32 – For them to be able to resolve conflicts quickly and to seek harmony and understanding with others

By partnering with your student in prayer, you will give them one of the greatest supports they could hope for as they follow God’s call to be the adults that He equips them to be. Trust in the Lord to be faithful; your family willl rise to the challenges. Be encouraged! We are here to journey alongside you, to pray with you, and more valuable than that, God is with you!

As your student begins their college journey, one of the biggest transitions your family may experience is with communication. Unlike high school, where communication occurred daily, college students often become more independent and may not reach out as frequently. This shift is normal, but it’s important to establish healthy communication habits early on with your student. Discuss expectations, respect their growing independence, and create space for meaningful conversations. Ephesians 4:29 reminds us, “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs.” As you navigate this season, let your words be filled with grace, encouragement, and wisdom, building a foundation of trust that supports your student through every challenge and success of their college journey.

PFC’s Mission for Families | From the First Day of Class to Commencement

At Liberty University, you can rest assured that the values you instilled in your children will not be undermined. We take pride in creating an environment where your student feels they have a home away from home. Whether you are a parent, grandparent, or guardian, we are committed to collaborating with you in guiding your student through the challenges and triumphs of the next few years.

Our goal is to support student success and promote an appropriate role for parents and families within the campus community. We hope to encourage you through your transition as a college family. As you move away from the daily monitoring of your child’s decisions and into the role of a coach who listens, prays, guides, and promotes their resiliency, some days may feel like a struggle. The challenges and struggles – and prayers – are all parts of growth. 

The First Days

The first semester in particular will give rise to new experiences, new questions, and many opportunities for your student to practice becoming an advocate of their own – housing, food, time management, friendships, classes, the pace of communication with you, and more.

• For Your First Year – interprets the key dates and activities on the university’s schedule (i.e., the academic calendar)
• Frequently Asked Questions  – recommends the departments that support your student’s success on campus

Every Semester

Most importantly, pray. Cover the highs and lows your student may experience during their academic journey using our Timeline as a guide. We have monthly College Parenting News, and just for you, there are regular Blogs for encouragement on your faith journey as a college parent.

We exist to support the mission of Liberty University Training Champions for Christ by sharing timely, relevant, and accurate information with students’ family members about the resources, programs, and activities available on campus. Our purpose is to build relationships between parents and the university, promote student success, and support parents through the transition of their students being at college – all the while praying for their highest calling in Jesus Christ.

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