SAVE THE DATE! Join together with Terp parents and family members from around the country for the university's 28th Annual Family Weekend on Friday, October 10 - Sunday, October 12, 2008. This exciting weekend of activities will include the Terp Families Welcome Extravaganza & Breakfast, special events with President and Mrs. Mote, stimulating presentations by faculty, a barbecue on McKeldin Mall, theatre performances, musical entertainment, and much more. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to spend time with your student and enjoy the University of Maryland community! Complete Family Weekend details will be posted on this Web site in July. In addition, a Family Weekend brochure, which includes program details and registration information, will be sent to parents in early August using the student's permanent address on file with the university. Click here to access a listing of area hotels. Family Weekend is a very popular program, and hotels near campus fill quickly. Families are strongly encouraged to make hotel reservations as soon as possible. We look forward to seeing you at Family Weekend!