Parent and Family Resources
Parents and families hope that their student will have a positive college experience, developing skills for a successful future. At times, it may be tempting to step in and try to solve their problems, finding a quick fix. After all, you’ve been doing this for years.
We encourage you to step back and allow your student to take the first steps in solving his or her own problems. By offering suggestions, yet challenging them to accept the responsibility to seek out solutions and solve their own problems, you are instilling in them valuable skills that they will use throughout their professional and personal lives.
Campus Facilities
- Academic Issues
- Career Services
- Commuter Affairs
- Counseling Center
- Dining and Housing
- DU CARES: Alcohol and Drug Awareness and Prevention
- Freshman Development
- Health Services
- Multicultural Affairs
- Office of Student Conduct
- Parking and Transportation
- Residence Life
- South Side Shuttle Bus
- Special Student Services
Parenting a College Student
Many parents and families find the following resources of interest:
- Your “New and Improved” College Freshman Returns Home
- Healthy Communication Skills - Negotiating
- Warning Signs of Poor Adjustment to College Life
- Understanding the University’s Student Disciplinary System
- Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention: The Parent Connection
- What Parents Need to Know About College Drinking
Book Recommendation
You’re on Your Own (but I’m here if you need me): Mentoring Your Child During the College Years by Marjorie Savage. Includes great tips and tools on how to navigate the college experience. Helpful advice on when parents should become involved, and when to encourage their student to work towards solving their own problems.
Also read this informative blog on how to make the college transition easier for you and your student...
