Transcript THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA

THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA
Office of Parent Programs
What is Parent Programs?
The Office of Parent Programs works to supports students and
parents through the college transition period.
The way we see it, parents are partners in their student’s success
at the University of Alabama. It is our job to assist you in this
crucial role by providing you the resources necessary for ultimate
academic success.
Parent Partnership
Our office is here to support you, whether you need to know about
parking policies, or you want to learn how to facilitate
conversations with your student. Utilize our programs and
resources for a smooth transition to the Capstone!
There is growing research that states that parent involvement
enhances student success.
• Students with involved parents have proven to make better grades, be more
involved socially and persist.
• 57% of students are satisfied with their current level of parental involvement,
while 28% actually wanted their parents to be more involved.
• The average student communicates to their parent(s)
13.4 times a week.
Office Sponsored Programs
• Signature Programs:
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Family Weekend
Parent Orientation
A-(family) DAY
Honors Day Reception
Family Weekend
Family Weekend is one of our main events during the year.
Parents come from all over to visit their students and experience
UA Gameday, in addition to many other events.
Important info:
• Family Weekend 2012 is September 21-23
• Registration goes live June 4
• Cost per package is $45; a la carte tickets
• Parents have the opportunity to purchase football tickets,
while available
• For more information visit, parents.ua.edu
Parent Orientation &
Parent Ambassadors
Use this time to get a glimpse of life at the Capstone, learn how to
support your student while they are pursuing their degree and
find ways you can stay involved.
The Parent Ambassador team supports parents during their
student’s transition to The Capstone. The Parent Ambassadors
lead parents and family members through Parent Orientation as
well as assist other programs hosted by the Division of Student
Affairs.
Parent Orientation &
Parent Ambassadors
Take time to ask questions and talk with our Parent Ambassadors,
they are here to help you!
Parent Advisory Council
Parent Advisory Council members assist with University events,
offer feedback and serve as a support group to other Parents.
• Meets two times a year
• Provides a support group for parents of UA Students
• Attends and assists with events such as Parent Orientation,
Family Weekend, Move-In Day, and Honors Day
• Stays up-to-date with UA resources and services in order to
provide assistance to students and their families
Parents Fund
Help our office continue to offer the programs and services we do!
Currently, the Office of Parent Programs provides resources and
hosts events for parents such as:
• PENPALS (Parent E-mail Notification)
• Family Weekend
• A(family)-Day
• Parent Orientation
In addition, the Office of Parent Programs maximizes the student
experience by sponsoring the following programs and resources to
UA students:
• Scholarships
• Community Service Initiatives
• Student 2 Student Assistance
• Financial Management Seminars
Communication
We work throughout the year to stay in touch with you and keep
you informed about what is going on at UA.
Parent Helpline is a toll free phone line connecting parents directly
to UA.
E-Newsletters are published each month. Register with PENPALS
to receive these newsletters in addition to other office updates.
Crimson Connections is a newsletter mailed three times each year.
Connect with us on social media: facebook.com/bamaparents &
twitter.com/bamaparents
Resources
You're on Your Own (But I'm Here if You Need Me): Mentoring Your
Child During the College Years, Marjorie Savage.
Parents’ Guide to College Life: 181 Straight Answers on Everything
You can Expect Over the Next Four Years, Robins Raskin.
Don’t Tell Me What to Do, Just Send Money: The Essential Parenting
Guide to the College Years, Helen E. Johnson and Christine
Schelhas-Miller.
Letting Go: A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the College Years,
Karen Levin Cobum and Madge Lawrence Treger.
First Year Experience:
Your UA Student
First Year Experience provides programs and resources that support the academic
and social transition of first-year students.
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Freshman Forum
Ignite UA
Peer Leaders
Out to Lunch Program
Individual Transition Meetings
Summer Transition Program
Transfer Initiatives
A-Book
Communication
First Year Experience: Critical
Competencies for the First Year
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Academic Competence
Interpersonal Relationships
Explore Identity Development
Deciding on a Career
Maintain Health Wellness
Faith/Spirituality
Multicultural Awareness
Developing Civic Responsibility
L. Upcraft, J. Gardner, & B. Barefoot (2005). Challenging and Supporting the First-Year Student : A Handbook for Improving the First
Year of College; San Francisco: Jossey-Bass
First Steps to Staying Involved:
When you get home, make sure to:
o Sign-up for PENPALS (Parent Email notification)
o Become familiar with UA’s parent talking points
o Register for Family Weekend 2012 (September 21-23)
o Make a donation to the Parents Fund
o Refresh your knowledge by reviewing the orientation
presentations
o Order a care package for your student
Visit parents.ua.edu frequently to stay up to
date and informed!
First Steps to Staying Involved:
ALSO:
o Plan to attend the Parent & Family Reception during Week
of Welcome (wow.ua.edu)
o Complete AlcoholEdu for parents (alcoholedu.ua.edu)
REMIND YOUR STUDENT TO:
o Register for a Parking Permit
o Pay their Bill
o Confirm their Schedule
o Complete AlcoholEdu
o Read the A Book
Visit parents.ua.edu frequently to stay up to
date and informed!
First Year Experience and Parent Programs
132 Mary Burke East
920 Hackberry Road
205.348.8404
parents.ua.edu
fye.ua.edu