About From the Ville to the Nest: A Parent and Family Podcast
The UofL Parent & Family Association Podcast connects Cardinal families to campus life at the University of Louisville. Hear from staff, faculty, and students as they share insights, tips, and stories to help you support your student's college journey and stay in the loop.
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University of Louisville Parent and Family Association
The first few days of college can shape a student's entire experience—and Welcome Week is designed to help make that transition a successful one.
In this episode of From the Ville to the Nest, Jessica Combess is joined by Hailey Jaggers, Assistant Director of Engagement & Traditions at the University of Louisville, for a behind-the-scenes look at Welcome Week 2026. They discuss how the week's events help students build friendships, find their place on campus, discover resources, and start their college journey with confidence.
In this episode, you'll learn:
What Welcome Week is and why it matters
How students build friendships and a sense of belonging
Featured Welcome Week events and traditions
Ways families can encourage involvement from home
Why the first six weeks of college are so important
What happens after Welcome Week and how students can stay engaged
A preview of Cardinal Family Weekend 2026
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Parent Resources for Welcome Week
🌐 Welcome Week Schedule (https://student.louisville.edu/sac/welcome-week)
🌐 Cardinal Family Weekend Website (https://louisville.edu/parent-family-association/cardinal-family-weekend)
🌐 UofLEngage (https://louisville.campuslabs.com/engage/)
🌐 8 Dimensions of Wellness (https://cardmaillouisville-my.sharepoint.com/:i:/g/personal/jrcomb02_louisville_edu/IQBB4jDV1auzR5Sf2EcFO7wXAWy6v_ZsYPuA4IqO5JP7gLs?e=cMOFyb)
📸 Instagram: @uoflparentsassociation (https://www.instagram.com/uoflparentsassociation/), @engagedcard (https://www.instagram.com/engagedcard/), @uoflstudentaffairs (https://www.instagram.com/uoflstudentaffairs/), @uoflstudentevents (https://www.instagram.com/uoflstudentevents/), @uoflcti (https://www.instagram.com/uoflcti/), @uoflfsl (https://www.instagram.com/uoflfsl/), @uoflsab (https://www.instagram.com/uofl_sab/), @uoflelsb (https://www.instagram.com/uoflelsb/)
(https://louisville.edu/admissions/admitted-first-time-freshmen/first-time-freshman-guide)📧 Email: parents@louisville.edu (parents@louisville.edu)
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UofL Parent and Family Association
👥 Facebook: Parent and Family Association (https://www.facebook.com/uoflparents)
📸 Instagram: @uoflparents (https://www.instagram.com/uoflparentsassociation/)
📧 Email: parents@louisville.edu (mailto:parents@louisville.edu)
🌐 Website: https://louisville.edu/parents (https://louisville.edu/parents)
📞 Parent and Family Hotline: 502-852-6933 (https://louisville.edu/parent-family-association)
CLICK HERE (https://louisville.edu/parent-family-association) to sign up for the Parent and Family Association FOR FREE!
CLICK TO VIEW A FULL TRANSCRIPT OF THIS EPISODE (https://cardmaillouisville-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/jrcomb02_louisville_edu/IQCsF39-T8WPRrLea8iIUAVDAfIglSR3q-chRWRq-LiUaiA?e=gsENEb)
23 Jul 2026
L's Up: How Louisville Athletics Builds Your Student's UofL Experience
Louisville athletics isn't just about what happens on the court, field, or pitch — it's a huge piece of the campus culture and the student experience.
In this episode, host Jessica Combess sits down with Emily Bridges. Assistant Director of Marketing, Louisville Athletics, and Sam Travelstead, President of The Ville'ns, to talk about how game day traditions, student spirit, and a revamped ticketing system are helping students find community at UofL.
From the unofficial anthem "Joker and the Thief" to fatheads at basketball games to tips for the student who's nervous about going to their first event alone, this conversation is packed with insight for Cardinal families. Plus: where to find tickets, schedules, and everything Villains-related.
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📸 Instagram: @uoflvillens (https://www.instagram.com/uoflvillens/?hl=en)🐦 X: @uoflvillens (https://x.com/UofLVillens)
Louisville Athletics Tickets & Schedules
🌐 Student Ticketing Info: gocards.com/students (gocards.com/students)
🎟️ Ticketing Questions: tickets@gocards.com (mailto:tickets@gocards.com)
📅 Full Schedule (Home & Away): gocards.com (https://gocards.com)------------------
UofL Parent and Family Association
👥 Facebook: Parent and Family Association (https://www.facebook.com/uoflparents)
📸 Instagram: @uoflparents (https://www.instagram.com/uoflparentsassociation/)
📧 Email: parents@louisville.edu (mailto:parents@louisville.edu)
🌐 Website: https://louisville.edu/parents (https://louisville.edu/parents)
📞 Parent and Family Hotline: 502-852-6933 (https://louisville.edu/parent-family-association)
CLICK HERE (https://louisville.edu/parent-family-association) to sign up for the Parent and Family Association FOR FREE!
CLICK TO VIEW A FULL TRANSCRIPT OF THIS EPISODE
8 Jul 2026
Move-In 2026: What Every Cardinal Family Needs to Know
Move-In 2026 is almost here, and we've got you covered! Host Jessica Combess sits down with Kristen Roberts, Director of Operations, and Kenzi Surkin, Assistant Director for Operations, from University Housing and the Resident Experience to walk families through everything they need to know for the big day. From what to pack (and what to leave at home — sorry, Fluffy and Fido), to how time slots and the new color-coded parking passes work, to why the Cardinal Card is your student's everything, this episode is your complete move-in playbook. Plus: what to expect emotionally, resources available to families during move-in weekend, and what to do if you don't hear from your student during Welcome Week. Whether this is your first Cardinal or your fifth, hit play and get ready — we'll see you in August! L's Up, Go Cards!
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Move-In 2026 Contact Information
🌐 Move-In Website (https://louisville.edu/housing/move) (Includes parking pass, What to Bring Checklist, Parent Resources, and more)
(https://louisville.edu/admissions/admitted-first-time-freshmen/first-time-freshman-guide)📧 Email: housing@louisville.edu (housing@louisville.edu)
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UofL Parent and Family Association
👥 Facebook: Parent and Family Association (https://www.facebook.com/uoflparents)
📸 Instagram: @uoflparents (https://www.instagram.com/uoflparentsassociation/)
📧 Email: parents@louisville.edu (mailto:parents@louisville.edu)
🌐 Website: https://louisville.edu/parents (https://louisville.edu/parents)
📞 Parent and Family Hotline: 502-852-6933 (https://louisville.edu/parent-family-association)
CLICK HERE (https://louisville.edu/parent-family-association) to sign up for the Parent and Family Association FOR FREE!
CLICK TO VIEW A FULL TRANSCRIPT OF THIS EPISODE (https://cardmaillouisville-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/jrcomb02_louisville_edu/IQAE-cIBsHFjS4vDwBDzEOdOASXE_eVIAqYGAe7L-Bn5qoc?e=QBMhsj)
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Krista Schutz-Hampton
Danielle Lavender
Tim Moore
Oscar Chavez
Elizabeth Liebschutz
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Podcast Authority Score: 51 / 100
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