Parent Fact Sheets

Listed below are fact sheets which offer tips and advice on range of topics to support your student's success in college. These documents are in pdf format and require acrobat reader. Click to install acrobat reader if you are unable to view these files. In addition to these generic fact sheets, please feel free to refer your student to any of the following college support services highlighted below.

 Academic Achievement Center, Career Services, Counseling, Financial Aid, Health Services, Police Department, Residence Life and Housing; Student Affairs
 

Academic and Career Development

 Supporting Your Student Through Selection of Major
Looking towards the Future: A  Parent's Role in Career Development
Time Management
What Can You Do with a Liberal Arts Degree - page 1
What Can You Do with a Liberal Arts Degree - page 2
Visiting the Career Center
What Faculty Expect of Students
Academic Advisors: Providing Student Support and Advocacy
Procrastination Problems
 

Parents Need to Know

 FERPA at a Glance:   page 1
FERPA at a Glance :  page 2
The Role of Campus Security
Listening Skills on the Phone
Ten Ways to Make the Most of Your Orientation Experience


Health and Wellness

Allergy Annoyances
An Education on Eating Disorders -page 1
An Education on Eating Disorders -page 2
College Students and Sleep
Exercise Addiction
Helping Students Handle Conflict
Identity Development Among College Students
Making Smart Choices About Alcohol - page 1
Making Smart Choices About Alcohol - page 2
Recognizing Adult ADD
When Your Student is Overwhelmed
The Self-Esteem Struggle
Supporting the Student Athlete

Supporting Student Success
Helping Connect Your Commuter Student to Campus
Key Issues in the First Year
Key Issues in the Sophomore Year
Key Issues in the Junior Year
Key Issues in the Senior Year

Financial Issues

Keeping Credit Cards In Check
Encouraging Smart Money Habits
Applying for Federal Student Aid
Reducing the Risk of Identity Theft

Residence Life

The Odd Couple - When Roommates Don't Get Along
Preparing for Check Out
Understanding Residence Hall Damages

 

Last Modified: August 15, 2007