Parents and Family Weekend: Oct 6 - Oct. 8, 2023
Thank you to all the parents and family members who joined us on campus for the 68th annual Parents and Family Weekend. We hope you enjoyed your time here and we look forward to you joining us next year.
Attire for the weekend is informal.
Parking on Campus
Visiting family members are encouraged to park in the parking garage. It is a short walk up the hill to the John W. Elrod University Commons.
On-Campus - Checking In
The Parents and Family Weekend Schedule of Events is subject to change. Please check back often for updates and upon arriving to Lexington, please check in at the registration table in Elrod Commons Living Room to receive your name tag and any special notices.
John W. Elrod University Commons
President John W. Elrod's vision for the Commons was to serve as the "living room" for Washington and Lee University. The Elrod Commons serves as the center of student life and activity. It is the central location for all University constituencies to gather and feel at home.
The Elrod Commons services as a place to enhance the learning experience of the University, promote social development, and foster collaboration and communication among all. It is home to the Marketplace, Stackhouse Theater, WLUR Radio Station, University Store, Commons Living Room, Cafe '77/Emporium, Division of Student Affairs, Office of Career and Professional Development, Office of Inclusion and Engagement, student organizations suite and meeting spaces.
Online On Campus
Most of the campus is wireless, and you may use computer terminals in the Leyburn Library. For instructions on connecting to the wireless network, visit https://my.wlu.edu/its/how-to/wireless-faq.
Available Recreation Activities
Golf
- Lexington Golf and Country Club: (540) 463-3542
Jogging, Running, and Hiking
The University track and local trails provide outstanding facilities.
Duchossois Athletic and Recreation Center
- Fitness Center: Guests of students are allowed fitness center access on Parents and Family Weekend. Student needs to notify Patti Colliton collitonp@wlu.edu about their guests who will be coming to use the facility in advance. All guests will be required to sign a waiver, which is available at the fitness center desk.
- Group Exercise: Guests of students are allowed to attend group exercise classes on Parents and Family Weekend. All guests must sign a waiver, which will be in each group exercise space. Guests must sign up on the Calendly app to reserve a spot in the group exercise class.