*Note that the Parent Helpline phone is only answered when the University is open. If no one answers, please leave a message, we will call you back as soon as possible. For emergencies at any time, please contact the FAU Police Department at 561.297.3500 or call 911.

Greetings from the Office of Parent Family Programs

We are here to serve and inform you with helpful information. Midterm Exams and Spring Break is just around the corner!

Midterms are quickly approaching. Be sure to support your student through midterm exams by reminding your student about the importance of academic success.

Upcoming Webinars

Career Services: February 17, 2015

In this webinar Sandy Jakubow, Executive Director, and Brian Montalvo, Director, will discuss services the Career Development Center provides to freshman and sophomore students. Did you know that more than 50% of students change their major at least once during their college career? Sandy and Brian will discuss a service they provide to help students with this major change decision. In this session, they will also discuss internships and why students should get familiar with the Career Development Center sooner than later.

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Understanding the Role of the Police Department: March 4,2015

Deputy Chief Brammer will present this session. The police department at FAU are here for more than just to arrest unruly students. He will discuss other services the police department provides that your student should take advantage of while they are at FAU.

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Understanding the Role of the Conduct Office: March 19,2015

Students often aren't familiar with the Conduct Office until they are in trouble, and then it is too late. Members of the Conduct Office, located in the Dean of Students Office will not only discuss the conduct process but also other services they provide to students.

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Study Aboard Questions??

FAU students can earn academic credit towards their degree through summer study abroad. Studying abroad may be a defining moment in your student's educational career and life. Studying abroad allows students to explore other cultures, languages, cuisines, and potentially be inspired towards a new career path, while making new friends and experiencing the world.

Students wishing to participate in a summer abroad program must submit a completed FAU study abroad application to the Office of International Programs. All summer program options must be approved by the Office of International Programs prior to the student applying. It is in the best interest of the student to apply early as space is limited and often on a first come-first served basis.

Students with questions about summer study abroad or interested in learning more about a specific Faculty-led program or to see if a Program Provider is approved by FAU should contact our study abroad information line at 561.297.1208 or email goabroad@fau.edu.

Guest Blogger

University Advising Services

Midterms are upon Us!

Each Month an advisor from University Advising Services writes an article on current issues that students are facing each month. The article has helpful tips and great information regarding Academic Success.

This month the article discusses the purpose of Mid-term grading. Mid-term grading provides students the opportunity to connect with campus support services and make an informed decision regarding their academic coursework while there is still time to implement change!

To access the article click on the "Guest Blogger" link above.

Life After Midterms Webinar

On October 8, 2014 our office hosted a webinar that focused on student's adjusting to a more rigorous academic life as they balance a new social life. If you missed the webinar or would like to listen again click on the link above. The purpose of the webinar was to educate parents on what they can expect after midterm grades come out and familiarize themselves with all of the resources FAU has to offer for students who might be struggling with this transition. Click on the Life After Midterms Webinar link above to view to the webinar.

Presenters included:

Dr. Kirk Dougher, Executive Director of Health and Wellness and Director of Counseling and Psychological Services

Dr. Jennifer Bebergal, Assistant Dean for Retention and Academic Support

Jamie Failoni, Coordinator, Academic Programs (University Advising Services)

Leadership Education and Development

The office of LEAD is located on the second floor

of the Student Union in room 206. The LEAD staff strives to assist students in taking their skills into

the community as evolved leaders. Students will continue to reflect, integrate, and expand on what they have learned to improve the worldwide community in which we all live.LEAD primarily

uses The Student Leadership Challenge as the foundational framework for their programming.

LEAD is committed to providing an atmosphere that fosters learning, personal growth, and exploration of individual and group leadership skills. These skills include the understanding and celebration od diversity which thereby enables their learning to take place.These ideals are consistent to that of the University's mission. LEAD values integrity, learning and empowerment.

The lead office has a Co-Curricular Transcript that is a record of student involvement and development that occurs beyond the classroom setting. This is a professional document that can be compiled through OwlCentral to track students involvement and experiences while at Florida Atlantic University. Read more about the top 5 reasons why students need a Co-Curricular Transcript by clicking here.

Missed Webinars

Healthy Living on Campus: January 22, 2015

Presenters Dr. Raquel Cabral, Director of Owls Care Health Promotion, and Michelle Hendricks, Director of Student Health will presented information on how students can stay healthy and well while living on campus.

Academic Expectations: February 4, 2015

Dr. Jennifer Peluso, Assistant Provost and Senior Instructor and Dr. Barclay Barrios, Assistant Dean and Associate Professor discussed expectations of students in the classroom. Topic covered included how your student should interact with a faculty member, how they should behave in a college classroom, and what expectations faculty have for students both inside and outside of the classroom.

Articles of Interest

IS YOUR STUDENT GOING TO CLASS

DID YOUR STUDENT RECEIVE MIDTERM GRADES?

WHY YOUR STUDENT SHOULD TALK TO THEIR PROFESSOR IF THEY ARE STRUGGLING

WHAT DOES MY STUDENT MEAN BY ALTERNATIVE SPRING BREAK

Save the Date

February 16-20,2015: Midterms

February 17, 2015 Career Services Webinar

March 1-8, 2015 Spring Break

March 4, 2015 Understanding the Role of the Police Department Webinar

March 17,2015 Understanding the role of the Conduct Office Webinar

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