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Supporting Your Student From Afar The University of Maryland is a major research university. •World-class faculty •World-class opportunities with faculty •World-class students However, the transition to college academic and social life often provides challenges. The University of Maryland provides a number of resources, programs and offices to support you and your student academically at Maryland. Who Will You Learn From? Professors (Full, Associate, or Assistant) Graduate Assistants Undergraduate Teaching Assistants Staff Instructors Lectures Counseling Center Learning Assistance Services (LAS) Disability Support Services (DSS) http://www.counseling.umd.edu Free to all students •LAS works to strengthen skills and improve academic performance. • Academic Counseling Sessions • Learning Strategy Courses (EDCP 108B and EDCP 108M) • Critical Reading and Writing Consultations, Workshops and Credit Courses • Math Learning Specialists • Guided Study Sessions • Peer Assisted Learning Sessions •DSS coordinates services and resources that ensure students with disabilities equal access to UMCP programs. • Direct services to students, faculty, staff, and visitors with specific disabilities and needs • Educate and inform the university community • Provide opportunities to students, faculty and staff with disabilities to gain skills necessary to effectively advocate for themselves within the community Math Success A service provided by The Department of Resident Life & a grant from the Maryland Parents Association http://www.reslife.umd.edu/programs/math_success/ Free to all students •Math Success programs helps students with solving their math problems and reinforcing strong study skills and decrease anxiety in math courses. • Math 001 (review high school algebra) • Math 002 (review high school algebra) • Math 113 (college algebra) • Math 115 (college pre-calculus) •Oakland Hall Academic Enrichment Center, Ground Floor • Sunday – Thursday from 6:00pm-9:00pm • Monday/Wednesday: Collaborative Study Groups for Math 140 from 6:30pm8:00pm • Tuesdays: Collaborative Study Groups for Math 220 from 6:30pm-8:00pm No registration, no appointments needed, no fees, just math assistance! Tutoring Services Office of Multi-Ethnic Student Education http://www.omse.umd.edu/ Free to students The mission of OMSE is to serve undergraduate multi-ethnic students to increase rates of matriculation, retention, and graduation, and overall GPA. OMSE Academic Excellence Society Tutoring College Success Scholars Sister to Sister Writing Center A service provided by The Department of English http://www.english.umd.edu/academics/writingcenter Free to all students •The Writing Center provides opportunities for undergraduate students to writing and thinking skills in their academic work, and also in preparation for their careers. • Writing consultations • Skill-building sessions • Grammar Hotline • Professional workshops (cover letter writing, resume writing, etc.) • Online writing guides Make an appointment online or visit 2119 Tawes Hall. The Adele H. Stamp Student Union The center for campus life. http://thestamp.umd.edu/ Free to all students •OrgSync student group listing •Alternative Breaks program •Leadership and Community Service Learning (LCSL) •Department of Sorority and Fraternity Life •Student Entertainment Events •MICA Being a world-class student is as much about personal growth as it is about intellectual growth. •Ask your student, “What do you want to get out of your experience at the University of Maryland?” •Ask yourself, “How can I support my student by helping guide them to various resources at the University of Maryland while encouraging their independence?” •Ask your student, “Who do you want to be and what skills will you need to work on to succeed at the University of Maryland?” Success depends on the student! A successful student: •Sets personal, educational and professional goals •Interacts with the faculty and staff •Take advantage of the educational resources on campus •Involves him/herself in the cultural and extracurricular activities •Seeks mentorship •Builds his/her foundation on educational success Faculty Expectations Understand classroom assignments Participate in class Ask questions Take notes in your own words Be respectful and civil Make your opinion heard Model academic honesty Read assigned texts Study Explore your opportunities Visit during office hours Be a responsible and caring community member Outside the classroom Get to know your professors Display self-discipline Earn your instructor’s respect Manage your time well Take advantage of the help available Put personal choices and freedom in perspective Welcome to the University of Maryland! Office of Parent and Family Affairs Warm Line 301-314-7651 http://www.terpparent.umd.edu We want to empower your student to resolve their own issues and make their own decisions (with your support).