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Is Orientation required for parents/families?
Orientation is optional, but we encourage family members to attend the
Orientation program with their son or daughter to have questions answered, become familiar with the SRU staff and policies regarding their student's success at the university.
What will I learn by attending Orientation with my son or
daughter?
We strive to make sure that by the time you leave the program, most if not all
of your questions and concerns will be addressed. We have invited a variety of
different representatives to share information about the campus and the
community, as well as academic services and student life departments such as Residence Life,
Health Services, Dining Services, the Counseling Center, University
Police, Financial Aid, and Students Accounts.
Why are parents assessed a fee to attend the
program?
The Orientation fee covers meals as well as program resources and student staff
training and services.
How do I
get to Orientation?
Directions to the SRU campus are provided by
visiting the "Directions to
Orientation" page. Also, if you are attending the evening program in the
summer, you can access directions to
Watson Hall for your travel convenience.
When will
I see my son or daughter during Orientation?
During the Orientation program, there will be times when you will
be together and other times when you will be separated. We will
give you concise instructions and details about when you will and
will not be together. It is important to be aware that there are
certain programs designated specifically parents and specifically for students.
What should I
bring to be prepared for the day?
We are excited you will be joining us for the day! While we do provide a lot of
resources and handouts, it will be beneficial to
bring a note pad and pen.
Are parents and students required to
spend the night for the June program?
Although we encourage you to spend the night, the overnight experience is optional. The
overnight experience is intended for you to meet other parents,
university faculty members and staff, as well as current students. The evening program is very relaxed and fun, yet quite
informative. It is not mandatory for your son or daughter to spend the night
during the summer Orientation programs. The evening program is a
lot of fun, and is a good time for students to interact with each
other. The overnight experience also gives the student a better
understanding of what to expect when they move into the residence
halls for school.
Please note: all
students who participate in
the evening program must attend mandatory floor meetings at 11:00 pm regardless
of where they are lodging for the evening.
Are on-campus
accommodations available during the program?
Accommodations will be provided in Building C of the Residential Suites if you choose
to stay overnight during one of the summer Orientation programs. Please bring
linens and pillows!
Can I go
to the Academic Advisement session with my son or daughter?
Academic Advisement is a time when your student will be interacting
with a university faculty member who represents their academic department to
talk about class schedules,
what is going to be expected of them while attending
Slippery Rock University, and the requirements for their particular
major. During this session, parents will meet with representatives from Health
Services, the Counseling Center, University Police, Disability
Services, and the Aebersold Student Recreation Center. We encourage
all parents to attend this important session to get their questions
addressed by university staff.
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