Family Orientation & Resources

The Maverick Family Connection

It is your one-stop shop for:

Access to important campus news and deadlines
Personalized newsletters
Customizable portal content based on your interests

Click on the link below to create a Maverick Family Connection account:

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In-Person Orientation Information

Parent and Family Meal Tickets

Parents and families are invited to purchase their meal tickets for in-person orientation in advance and save 10%! Purchasing a meal ticket is not required but will be necessary if you would like to join your student for lunch in the University Dining Center. To purchase your meal ticket, visit the Orientation Lunch Ticket website.

Please contact University Dining Services 507-389-1289 if you have any questions.

For general questions about orientation, New Student and Family Programs can be reached at 507-389-5498 or newstudent@mnsu.edu.

Financial Aid Pre-Recorded Videos:

The Financial Aid Office can be reached at 507-389-1866 (option 0) or by email at campushub@mnsu.edu.

Additional Resources

Resource	Refer your student here for:
Accessibility Resources 132 Memorial Library 507-389-2825	Academic accommodations Housing and dining accommodations Accommodations for medical emergency, temporary health conditions, and pregnancy
Campus Computer Store 20 Centennial Student Union (lower level) 507-389-1907	Computers, software and accessories sold at academic pricing
Career Development Center 209 Wigley Administration Center 507-389-6061	Assistance in identifying a major Resources to assist in looking for a part-time job Help with preparing a resume or searching for a full-time or summer job/internship
Center for Academic Success 125 Memorial Library 507-389-1791	Tutoring for mathematics, chemistry, biology, accounting, economics, or lower division general education courses Assistance with editing/revising papers Strategies for test taking, note taking, textbook reading Additional academic support services
Counseling Center 285 Centennial Student Union 507-389-1455	Someone to talk to confidentially regarding personal, social and educational concerns Alcohol screening assessment Services including short term counseling, crisis intervention, consultation, and referral
Kearney International Center 250 Centennial Student Union 507-389-1281	Problems with immigration status or application process Services specifically for International students Study Abroad opportunities
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Center 194 Centennial Student Union 507-389-6076	Difficulties because of sexuality, sexual preference, sexual orientation, sexual identity or gender identity Information or training on sexual orientation or lifestyle issues
Minnesota State Student Association 280 Centennial Student Union 507-389-2611	Access to the student attorney Assistance on a grade appeal Help resolving a student concern
Multicultural Center 269 Centennial Student Union 507-389-6300	Tutoring, mentoring, or counseling related to multicultural issues Connections with others of similar ethnic background
New Student and Family Programs 103 Preska Residence Community 507-389-5498	Orientation Services First Year Transitional Issues Accuplacer Testing/Course Placement
Office of Equal Opportunity & Title IX 014 Morris Hall 507-389-2986	Submit a Title IX complaint, which includes sexual assault, sexual harassment, stalking, and/or relationship violence. Submit a complaint of discrimination and/or harassment based upon a protected class. Discuss concerns regarding Title IX, discrimination or harassment based upon a protected class.
Registration and Academic Records 132 Wigley Administration 507-389-2252 – Help Desk	Forgotten PIN number A Degree Audit Report (DARS) Questions about residency or enrollment verification
Residential Life 111 Carkoski Commons 507-389-1011	Roommate or adjustment issues Questions about housing or food service contracts
Security 222 Wiecking Center 507-389-2111	Any time they need to contact the police or have a medical emergency 24 hours a day/7days a week Campus lost and found
Student Activities 173 Centennial Student Union 507-389-6076	Ways to get involved on campus or learn what student organizations are available Locating off campus housing Finding a ride share home Nontraditional or parenting resources and connections
Student Health Services 21 Carkoski Commons 507-389-6276 - Medical Clinic 507-389-5689 - Health Education	Anything that requires medical (chronic, acute or preventative) care Prescriptions they need filled or over the counter medications Blood drawn or lab tests done Time to speak to a nutritionist, someone about drugs/alcohol, or any other health education issue Scheduling a health-related workshop Orientation Presentation
Student Support Services 355 Wiecking Center 507-389-2797	Individualized services if neither parent has recieved a bachelors degree Individualized services if they are a student with disabilites Individualized services if they are a student with a qualifiying low income
Women's Center 218 Centennial Student Union 507-389-6146	Referrals to advocacy for sexual assault and harassment Information, referrals and support on women's issues Non-therapeutic help for woman students
Veterans Resource Center 167 Centennial Student Union 507-389-5726	Military veteran education benefits assistance, post-deployment transition issues, or a place to connect with other veterans.

If you still have questions, please visit our Parents and Family page to find an answer.