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Information and Event DescriptionsTicket Pick UpTickets for the Vista Cruise will be sold in SCC 60 on a date to be determined, from noon to 1:30 p.m. or until sold out. Cost - $5/person!!! Only 150 tickets will be sold on a first come first serve basis. ParkingDuring Parents and Family Weekend, parking is available in Pay Lot G and all maroon lots are free after 6:30 p.m. on Friday and all day on Saturday and Sunday; no overnight parking is allowed. Overnight parking is allowed at any of the meters, as meters are not enforced from 6:30 p.m. on Friday until 8:00 a.m. Monday. All parking in the lots surrounding the residence halls and apartments is by permit only and is enforced 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more information view a campus map online. RefundsNo refunds will be issued. Questions about Parents and Family weekend can be directed to Vince Repesh at (218) 726-7779. Schedule and InformationFriday, October 19th, 2012
Saturday, October 20th, 2012
Sunday, October 21st, 2012
Other things to do and see
Workshops30-60-90 Student Success RoadmapNearly all students who enter higher education have the goal of completing a college degree in four years, yet nationally, only a quarter do so. This workshop will introduce parents to key benchmarks on the road to graduation. Presented by Mary Keenan, Co-facilitator of UMD’s Graduation Rate Initiative. Housing OptionsHow long should my student live on campus? What other options are available in Duluth? Learn answers to these questions and more from Monte Gomke from UMD Housing. Technology Tools at UMD: How they can help or student progressThe Knowledge Management Center (KMC) is committed to providing student with best tools that assist students in their growth and development at UMD. Lisa Rigoni Reeves, from the KMC, will showcase the Gradation Planner and ePortfolio tools, discuss the transferable skills obtained through using them and answer questions on how students can take full advantage of these tools to help them progress. You Want to Major in WHAT?Learn the latest about choosing a major and career options from Sonja Olsen of UMD Career Services. Receive tips to help your student explore internships, search the job market and land a job. Study AbroadWhat better time to see the world than when going to school! Join the International Education Office to learn about study abroad opportunities. Presented by Anna Affias, International Education Office. UMD's Alcohol Policy & ARELauretta Perry - UMD's Health Educator will help you better understand the advanced communication between the city of Duluth, UMD, and the parents of UMD students with violations. Great question and answer session on how we're helping students with at UMD. Importance of Academic Activities Outside the ClassroomThis workshop will provide students with an understanding of why it is important to participate in academic activities outside of the classroom, especially the value of joining various academic clubs. In addition, parents will learn about rewarding research opportunities and a mentoring program that provides students with job shadowing, job/career questions, and professional networking. Presented by Tracey Bolen, Director of the Student Affairs Office for the Labovitz School of Business & Economics. Is This Going to Be On the Test? Academic Success SkillsAn academic success skills presentation by Matt Jackson of the Supportive Services Program at UMD. Success in college classrooms often requires students to become an active participants to their own learning process - to shift from being a "listener" to a "doer". Occasionally this transition proves to be a challenge for newer students. This multimedia presentation aims to provide parents with an understanding of the obstacles their students may be facing, and the campus resources available for assistance. |
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