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Our Mission

The mission of the Office of Parent & Family Programs is to appropriately connect, inform, and support the Auburn family and help them become partners with the university in the education, development and retention of Auburn men and women. In an effort to enhance and strengthen the experience of parents and students, the Office of Parent & Family Programs strives to accomplish the following objectives:

• Serve as an advocate for parents and the University, both internally and externally, by facilitating communication and creating a climate that fosters mutual understanding;
• Develop and implement programs and services that inform and educate parents and families about valuable resources, critical issues, and topics relevant to student success;
• Design and sponsor programs that promote parent and family involvement in the life of the University and create opportunities for participation in their student's experience.

Last Updated: Feb. 7, 2011