Parents’ Orientation Schedule | University of Miami

PARENT ORIENTATION SCHEDULE 2012 Preliminary schedule of events, posted 4/2/12
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
8:00am - 1:00pm	Residential College Move-In for first-year students with last names A-F, all engineering and music students
9:00am - 4:00pm	New Student and Parent Orientation Check-in University Center, International Lounge, 2nd Floor Orientation check-in is held over two days (8/15 and 8/16). Parents that are participating in the Parent Orientation will be given their orientation materials at this time.
1:00pm – 6:00pm	Residential College Move-In for first-year students with last names G-O, all engineering and music students
1:30pm – 4:30pm	Parent Orientation Session for Parents of Transfer Students This session provides parents of transfer students that are unable to attend the formal Parent Orientation program with a condensed version of the program. Representatives from university departments and academic units will be available to present information and answer questions.
Thursday, August 16, 2012
8:00am - 1:00pm	Residential College Move-In for first-year students with last names P-Z
9:00am - 4:00pm	New Student and Parent Orientation Check-in University Center, International Lounge, 2nd Floor
7:30pm - 8:30pm	‘Cane Kick-Off BankUnited Center President Shalala officially welcomes you to the University of Miami! Students and parents are invited to learn what it means to be a ‘Cane: vibrant spirit & tradition, achievement in academics, interaction with outstanding faculty, excellence in research, and involvement outside the classroom. This high energy event will also feature the UM cheerleaders, the Band of the Hour, and Sebastian the Ibis. Food concession stands will be open.
Friday, August 17, 2012
10:00am – 11:00am	Academic Dean’s Meetings for Parents This presentation by the Dean and other representatives from your student’s school or college covers information about academic advising and services. Locations vary.
11:30am-4:15pm	Parent Information Sessions The following 45-minute information sessions provide an opportunity for parents and families to ask questions and to discuss your student’s UM experience with knowledgeable administrators and staff. Sessions are offered at multiple times throughout the afternoon. Vendors will be open at the Food Court, the Oasis in the University Center, and Subway at the Law School for lunch. We suggest eating during either the first (11:30-12:15) or second (12:30-1:15) information sessions. Enhancing Your Student’s Undergraduate Experience Student Health and Wellness Living in the UM Community Hurricane and Campus Safety Education Beyond the Classroom Resources for Parents of Commuter Students Parent myUM: Finding Common Ground Between Students and Parents Financial Assistance and Student Account Services Service and Leadership: Connecting U to the Community Lowe Art Museum Tours Campus Tour Letting Go: Adjusting to Life as the Parent of a College Student
Saturday, August 18, 2012
8:30am – 12:00pm	President’s Closing Brunch for Parents Patti and Allan Herbert Wellness Center, Main Gym President Donna E. Shalala cordially invites you to join her for a brunch in your honor. There will be two brunch receptions, and you should attend the reception being held for the school or college in which your student is enrolled. You will have the opportunity to meet administrators and faculty members at the event. 8:30am President’s Brunch College of Arts and Sciences (includes undeclared students) Rosenstiel School of Atmospheric and Marine Science School of Communication 11:00am President’s Brunch School of Architecture School of Business Administration School of Education College of Engineering Phillip and Patricia Frost School of Music School of Nursing and Health Studies