Resources

Resources

Virginia Law Families

www.student.virginia.edu/lawfams

This organization provides support to and promotes the interests of those students facing the challenges of attending law school while raising children. The group promotes social interaction and information sharing among interested persons, including both current and prospective parents. Issues of specific concern include child care, medical resources, and family activities or community events, with particular emphasis on low-cost options to help those on a tight budget. VLF also supports the law school admissions staff by encouraging individuals with families to apply for admissions and attend the University of Virginia School of Law and by serving as an information resource for potential attendees.

UVA Dean of Students 

www.virginia.edu/deanofstudents
924-7133

The Office of the Dean of Students offers general assistance to students on questions related to student life. 

Charlottesville Family 

www.CharlottesvilleFamily.com

This local weekly website and print magazine is dedicated to making parenting easier and growing up fun for families in the Charlottesville-Albemarle area. It includes a calendar of family-friendly events, feature articles on parenting, resource guides, discussion forums, school information and more.

International Studies Family Handbook

www.virginia.edu/iso/issp

The International Studies site, designed for international students, has useful information on eligibility and application materials regarding F-2 or J-2 status.