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Information
The University has a wealth of online information that can be useful
for parents. The following topics link to frequently sought information.
Arts and culture (exhibits, museums, performing
arts, study in the arts)
Campus calendars (final exam schedules,
billing dates, commencement dates)
Campus maps and parking
Care Packages
Computer resources
E-mail alert list
Every parent should...
FERPA—Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
Fraternities and Sororities: Parents' Frequently Asked Questions
Gopher gifts (cakes, gifts certificates, sweatshirts,
balloons, party packages)
Library resources
Local lodging (hotels, bed and breakfasts)
Parent partners (mentor a student)
Sports events
Student services
Study abroad
University construction
University links
Voices of experience (suggestions and tips from parents who have
had students at the U)
Worship and faith
Arts and Culture
 The Arts
and Culture page
on the Twin Cities Campus Web site links to arts resources including
- art exhibits
- museums and educational exhibits
- performing arts, music, and film
- lectures
- areas of study in the arts
- student unions
- arts and culture resources
Campus Calendars
See the calendar page for links
to academic calendars, final exam schedules, billing dates, tuition
refund schedules, commencement dates, and more.
Campus Maps and Parking
If you plan to visit campus, you may want to take a look at the University's campus
maps and find a place
to park.
Care Packages
Parents of current students were asked for their advice about care packages for college students.
Some of the suggestions for items to include in care packages, packing tips,
and even recipes for cookies that hold up well in the mail are listed below.
Computer Resources
The Computer
Resources page
on the Twin Cities Campus Web site links to computer resources including
- online tools
- computers on campus (campus computer facilities, computer purchasing
through Techmart)
- resources and support (student internet accounts, technology helpline,
software for students)
- guidelines and policies
Parents often have questions about technology,
so the Parent Program has worked with 1-HELP
and One Stop staff to address some of the most commonly
asked questions.
E-mail Alert List
Sign up here for the parents' e-mail alert list. You will receive
periodic e-mail alerts with special notices or news items. Simply
send your e-mail address to parent@umn.edu and
ask to be added to the list. It will take anywhere from a day to a week before
you see a message, depending on how soon one is sent out after you've been added
to the list.
If you'd like to see the kind of information you'll receive, check out these recent
e-mail messages.
Information that you submit online through the Parent Web site—such as your
e-mail address, mailing address, or telephone number—is confidential and
not shared with any other entity either on or off campus. See the University's Privacy
Statement.
Every Parent Should...
Parents of current students were asked to complete the following
statements as advice for parents of next year's students:
Every parent should know...
Every parent should have...
Every parent should be...
FERPA—Family Educational Rights
and Privacy Act
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
also known as the Buckley Amendment, considers college students
as responsible adults who are allowed to determine
who will receive
information about them. Under this law, parents who want to receive
a copy of their student’s academic or financial records
can do so if their student signs a release form.
Fraternities and Sororities
Fraternities and Sororities: Parents' Frequently Asked Questions
Gopher Gifts
Gopher gifts is your source for
information on how to order birthday cakes, gopher gear, and gift
certificates for massages.
Library Resources
The Library
Resources page on the Twin Cities Campus Web site links
to library resources including
- specific libraries (hours, locations, resources, and services)
- library special collections
Local Lodging
Find a place to stay in the Twin Cities. Some
hotels offer discounts to parents of University students.
Parent Partners
University of Minnesota parents can help as students are examining career options
and beginning the job search. Volunteer your time as a Parent
Partner, or check out the other ways parents can contribute to the
University.
Sports Events
For information about dates and tickets for any Gopher sports events,
including football, hockey, basketball, volleyball, track and field,
golf, and more, check the Gopher
Sports Web site.
The Sports
and Recreation page
on the Twin Cities Campus Web site links to sports resources including
- Gopher Sports
- recreational sports and activities (aquatic programs, fitness
programs, sports clubs, intramural court sports)
- student union activites
- athletic venues (Mariucci Arena, Williams Arena, Robbie Soccer Stadium,
Cowles Softball Stadium, Siebert Baseball Stadium)
Student Services
The Student
Services page
on the Twin Cities Campus Web site links to student services including
- student one stop
- online tools
- student unions
- services for prospective students (housing, disability services, dining, registration, scholarships)
- first-year experience (convocation, new student weekend, orientation)
- student conduct (academic integrity, code of conduct, dispute
resolution)
- more student services (health services, multicultural offices, student
employment, student organizations)
Study Abroad
The Learning Abroad Center can help students select and prepare for a summer,
semester, or year-long study abroad experience. Parents can find out more about
study abroad including locations available, the various types of programs, expenses
and scholarships, and other valuable information from the Learning
Abroad Center.
Study Abroad Workshop
for Parents 2006 gives parents an introduction to international
study and how it fits with their student's academic program. The program includes
information on financial aid for study abroad, strategies parents can use to
support their student's international study, and the perspective of students
and parents on how study abroad impacts students.
The following articles from past Parent Newsletters focus on study abroad:
Parents can help make study abroad
successful
When students go abroad, should
parents visit?
Study abroad and graduation.
University
Construction
Even after more than 150 years, University of Minnesota continues
to grow and change. A number of construction, remodeling, and maintenance
projects are taking place on campus. Check the University's Construction
Projects Web site for details, including recent photos of construction
in progress, at http://www.cppm.umn.edu/active-projects.html.
University Links
The links on the University Links page are provided to help parents find various
Web
sites throughout campus that may have detailed information related to specific
subjects.
These
links will take you outside the Parent Web site.
Voices of Experience
Read suggestions and tips from parents who have
students at the University.
Worship and Faith
Information about local churches and religious groups. |
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