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Pointing you in the right direction to help your student succeed This session is designed for parents of minority students. Learn about campus resources and support systems provided by the University of Maryland.

Pointing you in the right direction to help your student succeed What is your main concern as a parent of a minority student? a. Roommate Issues b. Race relations c. Fit as a sexual minority d. Campus resources e. Academic Achievement d. Other

Pointing you in the right direction to help your student succeed I feel confident talking to my student about how to join clubs and organizations that will help them find a home at UM… Over 700 clubs and organizations Orgsync.umd.edu Religious groups/race or ethinic groups/sexual orientation groups/other

As a parent I feel confident talking to my student about how to be successful in class… Pointing you in the right direction to help your student succeed Start with the conversation. See where your student is at… You can ask for help as well… Be an advocate for your student… But don’t do the work for them!

Pointing you in the right direction to help your student succeed Have you made suggestions to your student about their transition to college? -Roommate situations -Course work load -Health and wellness -When I was in college…

Research has shown that 60% of parents have made suggestions about how their student can adjust to college life. Pointing you in the right direction to help your student succeed

I feel confident about telling my student how they can obtain tutoring and mentoring on campus… -Office of Multi-Ethnic Student Education -The Writing Center -The Math Success Program -Learning Assistance Services

Pointing you in the right direction to help your student succeed What strategy is most attributed to student success? a) Attending class regularly b) Taking classes with friends c) Participating in study groups d) Reading before class e) Meeting with professors or teaching assistants f) Note taking g) Sitting in the front of the room

Research has shown that it takes 6-9 months to adjust to life on campus. During this period students feel increased personal independence and form the habits and relationships they will carry throughout their college careers, therefore it is imperative that students become involved on campus. Pointing you in the right direction to help your student succeed

How often does the majority of students at UMD participate in study groups? a. 15 hrs per week b. 3 hrs per week c. 11 hrs per week d. 0-1 hrs per week e. 5 hrs per week

Pointing you in the right direction to help your student succeed Resources for LGBTQA students -The One Project First-Year Experience Program for LGBTQA students UNIV100Q -LGBT Equity Center -LGBT Studies Program -Student Groups Pride Alliance Hamsa oSTEM

Research has shown that the majority of UMD students participate in study groups 11 hours per week. Pointing you in the right direction to help your student succeed

How often would you like to keep in contact with your student? Any amount of times you want to talk to your student is fine. As long as you and your student agree.

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