New and Current Student Parents

Going to college is a major adjustment, not only for the student, but for parents and other family members as well.  Assisting your student in the college transition process will be invaluable to their college experience.  Parents can be the biggest asset to their student when they understand University policies and can help refer students to the appropriate resources when needed.   

 

Academic Success and Families            

Adjusting to the rigors college level coursework can be difficult for new students to manage.  The Academic Success and Families link provides helpful tips on ways to encourage your student academically.

 

Ask a Parent

Use this link to see how other parents of current students answer questions like, "How often should you contact your student?"

 

 

Family Connections Newsletter

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The Family Connections Newsletter is distributed via e-mail five times a year.  Click on the link provided to learn more about what the newsletter has to offer.

 

 

Family Guide Book

• Office of FYE Overview
• The College Transition
• Pre-College Conversations
• Academic Success
• Planning Ahead
• Academic Policies Overview
• Student Life
• Residential Hall Move-In
• Campus Quick Links
• Mankato Lodging
• Mankato Area Restaurants

 

Family Weekend

Held annually in the first half of the fall semester, Family Weekend is an opportunity for families to re-connect with their student and enjoy a leisurely weekend on the campus of Minnesota State University Mankato.

  

Frequently Asked Questions 

Find answers to common questions about academics, campus involvement, and student life.

 

 

Graduation Information

 Information about commencement schedules, hotel accomodations and important deadlines.

 

 

Homesickness

Every student misses home every now and then.  Use this link to find information to help your student overcome these feelings.

 

 Orientation Resources

What was that they said at Orientation?  Find an answer to that question here.  We've posted most of the materials you received at Orientation.

 

 

Maverick Lingo for Parents

 You may find that your student has adapted a new vocabulary while away at college.  The Maverick Lingo for Parents link provides a glossary of commonly used campus terms.

 

Send an E-Postcard

Use this link to send a quick reminder to your student that you're thinking of them or to use them luck on an upcoming exam. 

 

 

Sibling Suggestions

When a student goes to college the entire family is affected, including younger siblings.  Read out ways to help young siblings deal with the brother or sister heading off to college.

 

 

Understanding FERPA

The protection of a students personal and academic information is mandated by Federal Law.  Click on the Understanding FERPA link to find out more about how this affects parents access to student information .