Welcome to the Parents & Families Newsletter! During the academic year, you can expect to receive an email from us highlighting campus news and resources for Logger families. Have a suggestion for a topic we should cover? Let us know!
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Student Financial Services houses both the financial aid and student accounts teams, offering comprehensive financial information to students and families. SFS is here to help with all things related to Money Matters, tuition and fee rates, student account billing and refunds, meal plan assistance, understanding your student's financial aid, scholarship resources, financial aid and billing policies, FAFSA help, loan information, 1098T tax form information, and financial information for study abroad programs.
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Preparing for the FAFSA
The 2026–27 FAFSA priority deadline is March 31 for continuing students. Here are a few things you will want to have on hand while filling out the FAFSA:
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Your StudentAid.gov account log in information.
- Your contributor (parent) information.
- Federal income tax returns for you and your student (accessible online)
- Records of any child support received.
- Records of any assets.
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School Code: 003797
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Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form to apply for financial aid and renew it each school year.
Learn more at studentaid.gov
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At Puget Sound, we are committed to developing a sense of civic responsibility in our students. We believe it is vital for them to exercise their right to vote and know that their voices have a real impact on the world. We aim to equip our students with the skills to engage in thoughtful, critical discussions about our nation's governance and to participate actively in shaping its future. We hope to inspire informed and engaged citizens who contribute meaningfully to the democratic process and the betterment of society.
Encourage your student to check out these voting resources from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, where they can register to vote and learn about their state's voting process ahead of the November general election.
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Homecoming & Family Weekend
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We hope you'll join us for Homecoming & Family Weekend Oct. 10–12! Encourage your student to join the fun — and families are welcome to be a part of the festivities. Show your Logger Pride at the football game, sit in on a faculty lecture, run the 5K, and much more.
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Parents and families are invited to join us at our next Loggers Keep Learning event in Seattle. The event on Thursday, November 6, 2025 from 5:30–8 p.m. will feature campus updates from President Isiaah Crawford and a presentation by Pierre Ly, distinguished professor of international political economy, on the surprising rise of China's wine industry. Please submit your RSVP by Tuesday, Oct. 28.
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Women's League Box o' Fun
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Here’s a great way to show your student support and love the week prior to final exams. The Women's League Box o' Fun is a care package with an array of doodads to engage and soothe the senses. It's timed for on-campus delivery just prior to finals. Yes, we're planning ahead!
Our Box o' Fun includes stuff to tickle the funny bone, healthy snacks for munching, and something to help focus the mind. Designed with a dual purpose, this unique offering supports your student, while adding funds to the Women's League Scholarship Endowment. The deadline to order is Sunday, Nov. 16.
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Pre-Law at Puget Sound: Helping Students Explore, Connect, and Decide
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Have you ever told your student, “You like to argue. Maybe you should be a lawyer”? You’re not alone. Many students arrive at Puget Sound wondering whether law might be a good fit. Our Pre-Law Advising program helps them explore that question in thoughtful, practical, and student-centered ways.
Pre-Law advising at Puget Sound is highly individualized. We meet one-on-one with students to talk through their long-term goals and help them make informed decisions before committing to the significant investment (of both time and money) that law school represents.
We also help students see that they’re part of a broader community. Through events, workshops, and alumni connections, they meet peers who share their interests and hear directly from professionals in the field. A new student-led organization, Lawgers, provides a space for lively discussions on everything from law-related classes to the fast-changing worlds of constitutional and international law.
Puget Sound's size and location let us punch above our weight. Just last month, we hosted a roundtable for our pre-law students with two Washington State Supreme Court justices. And with our new Hybrid Hub partnership with Seattle University School of Law, our students will enjoy access to even more programming featuring law faculty and regional alumni, benefiting from the resources of a law school while still here on our beautiful campus.
If your student is even thinking about law school, encourage them to reach out to Pre-Law Advisor Chris Kendall. We’ll help them chart a clear, informed, and confident path forward.
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Plan Ahead for Winter Break
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Residential facilities will be closed from noon on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, through Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, at 9 a.m. Students should plan to depart campus for Winter Break 24 hours after their last final exam or no later than noon on Dec. 20.
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Students must tidy their rooms and clean up any personal belongings in lounges, bathrooms, kitchens, or laundry rooms. Windows should be locked and blinds closed.
- Unplug all electronics and take down any holiday decorations (string lights can stay up if they are left unplugged. Nothing should be hanging from ceilings or within 18 inches of the ceiling. Lights and fire alarms should not be covered.
- Take out all trash and recycling.
- If your student has a mini fridge, it should be cleaned out, unplugged, and left with the door propped open. Mini fridges can leak, so put a towel down to prevent water damage.
- Return any dishes to the Diner.
- Turn down individual and common room heaters.
- Remove any items needed over break. Residence halls will not be accessible.
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Lock all doors and tape completed check-out sheet to the door.
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Valuables left on campus are your student's responsibility. Please have your student take laptops and gaming equipment home. If they cannot take valuable items home, have them put these items in drawers or somewhere out of sight for safekeeping. Store bicycles inside or have your student take them home. Bikes left outside are subject to potential theft or damage from the elements. The university is not responsible for items left on campus over break. More information about leaving a vehicle on campus will be provided to students next month.
Students will not be able to return to their residence until Saturday, Jan. 17 at 9 a.m. Your students' residence hall will hold community meetings near the end of the semester to go over the check-out process. Thank you for your help in securing the campus for a safe and restful break!
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Fall semester is a busy time! You can find out about upcoming events on our website and through the Logger Lookout email newsletter every Thursday. Here are some dates to mark on your calendar:
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Academic Calendar & Deadlines
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- Mid-Term | Oct. 17
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Application for Spring/Summer/Fall 2026 Graduation Deadline | Oct. 17
- Fall Break | Oct. 20–21
- Registration for Spring Term | Oct. 31–Nov. 7
- Dining Services Closes | Nov. 26 at 3 p.m.
- Thanksgiving Holiday | Nov. 26–28
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