Billiken Parents and Families

Office of Parent and Family Engagement

Welcome to the SLU community! As part of the Billiken family, you play an integral role in assisting with the transition and success of your student into the Saint Louis University community. 麻豆傳媒映畫_麻豆精品傳媒_麻豆傳媒集團|麻豆傳媒官方's Office of Parent and Family Engagement (OPFE) provides resources, communications and services for families to assist with navigating SLU so that your student can succeed in the college environment.

Whether you live across town or the globe, we know a part of you is at Saint Louis University as long as you have a student here. Parents and families are a valued part of our SLU community, every member of which is devoted to the academic and personal success of students.

The Mission of the OPFE

Our mission at the Office of Parent and Family Engagement is to cultivate strong bonds between 麻豆傳媒映畫_麻豆精品傳媒_麻豆傳媒集團|麻豆傳媒官方 and our students' families by fostering open communication and understanding. We strive to showcase the diverse perspectives and experiences of our university environment while engaging families in enriching programming that promotes academic growth and a vibrant collegiate experience. 

Through building a supportive community, we aim to empower families as valuable resources for our university and collaborate with them to advance SLU’s mission of serving a higher purpose for a greater good. 

Billiken Parent and Family Association

All SLU families are members of BPFA, keeping them informed about topics affecting the student journey.

Stay Informed

The Office of Parent and Family Engagement keeps families informed while their student is at SLU.

Attend Events

Learn about campus events for families, from Homecoming weekend to the annual BPFA Trivia night.

What's the Scoop at SLU?

The What's the Scoop Facebook Live webinars are designed to help families learn how various campus offices work to support students.

The First Year Experience

It all starts with SLU 101! You and your student will attend sessions to help prepare you for the year to come.

Know Your Resources

All the ins and outs of SLU can seem overwhelming at first. Answer your questions and find resources to support you and your student.

To Get Started

1. Like the SLU Office of Parent and Family Engagement Facebook page
2. Join the Billiken Parent and Family Association Facebook Group to connect with other SLU families (Be sure to answer all the required questions to join)
3. Download the official SLU Parent and Family Guidebook
4. Sign up for emergency alerts. Students can list up to three cell phone numbers and email addresses for emergency alerts through their MySLU portal. Parents can also opt-in by texting SLUALERT to 7-7295.
5. Email us anytime at [email protected]

Stay Informed and Find your Community

Great for families outside of St. Louis, the BPFA Family Networks span across more than a dozen cities in the United States, facilitating connections among our more far flung Billikens. These groups coordinate a range of activities, from Billiken basketball watch parties to regional recruitment events, with the goal of nurturing strong bonds between families and the University.

Watch for more information about BPFA Family Networks here