Buffalo State University 2015-2016 Guide for

Welcome
Parents & Families!
We would like to extend
a warm welcome to you
and your student. Whether
this is your first to leave
for college, or your last,
this will be a unique and
interesting year for all
of you.
for your student’s achievement. We
encourage you and your student to
discover your truths — about college life,
academics, involvement, and Buffalo State.
We believe that parents and families are
our partners in the success of students.
We want to give you information and
resources to assist in our partnership
Sincerely,
By the time you have completed
your orientation, it is our hope that we
will have answered all of your questions
and responded to all of your concerns.
In the event you have further questions,
please feel free to contact us at
orientat@buffalostate.edu or
(716) 878-5336.
Robert Mead-Colegrove
Director, Orientation & New Student
Programs
A compact is a set of
principles shared by
people engaged in a
common purpose. At
Buffalo State, the Compact
for a Civil and Caring
Academic Community
describes how those
who live, study and work
together as members of
our college community
should treat each other:
with civility and respect,
with care and concern,
and with a commitment to
the academic purpose for
which Buffalo State exists.
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Buffalo State’s Compact is not a fixed
document nor a policy, a rule or a
regulation. Rather, it is an understanding
about what is right in our community —
what behaviors contribute to achieving our
mission, vision and core values:
• our commitment to the intellectual,
personal and professional growth of
students, faculty and staff
Each academic year,
approximately 85 percent
of students receive some
form of financial aid while
attending SUNY Buffalo
State. This is usually a
combination of gift aid
(funds that do not have to
be repaid such as grants
and scholarships) and selfhelp aid (funds that must
be earned or repaid such
as Federal Work-Study
and loans, respectively).
Additional financial aid
information is available at
financialaid.buffalostate.edu/.
The compact is meant to promote the
standards and expectations arising from
its premise that Buffalo State is and should
be a civil and caring academic community.
If your student commitst to the Pledge for
a Civil and Caring Community, members of
the faculty and staff will do their part:
• We will SUPPORT your student
when they need guidance,
• our desire to be known as a caring
academic environment where lives
are transformed and each individual
is valued
• We will ENCOURAGE your student
to resolve conflicts peacefully,
• our commitment to supportive and
collegial relationships, respect for
diversity and individual differences
and opportunities for individuals to
realize their full potential
• We will PROTECT your student
from those who threaten the
health, safety and security of our
community
• We will ASSIST your student in
times of difficulty and
This is our Compact for a Civil and Caring
Academic Community. By working
together, we make Buffalo State a safe,
secure and challenging place for your
student to learn and grow.
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Academic Standards
Academic Skills Center
academicstandards.buffalostate.edu
Twin Rise 100
(716) 878-5223
Students can get assistance related to
their academic progress and financial aid
eligibility from the Academic Standards
Office. Students should be aware that
while the office is attempting to help
them, we are also upholding the academic
integrity of the college by assuring that the
degree and financial aid requirements of
the college are maintained.
academicsupport.buffalostate.edu/
academic-skills-center
South Wing 330
(716) 878-4041
The Academic Skills Center provides
free tutoring and workshops for all BSC
students seeking supplemental instruction
in their courses. Our team of professional
tutors meets with students one on one
or in small groups, handling an array of
subjects that include business, humanities,
languages, math, science, statistics and
writing.
Please note; students must have a
completed FERPA release form on file with
the Dean of Students Office to allow the
Academic Standards Office to discuss their
academic record with anyone other than
the student.
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Staff in the Financial Aid Office
is available year round to assist
families with the application
process and with questions related
to the receipt of their aid. Specific
questions can be directed to:
Financial Aid Office
Moot Hall 230
(716) 878-4902
Email: finaid@buffalostate.edu
Student Accounts
studentaccounts.buffalostate.edu
Moot Hall 260
(716) 878-4121
The Student Accounts Office is
responsible for billing and collection
of tuition, fees, room and meal plan
charges each semester. The office is
also responsible for the receipt and
disbursement of all student financial
aid including processing refunds
from financial aid awards.
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Educational Opportunity
Program (EOP)
eop.buffalostate.edu
Twin Rise South Wing 710
(716) 878-4225
EOP is an alternative means of acceptance
to BSC for students who show ability and
motivation despite the effects of economic
and academic struggles. Students who do
not meet the college’s general academic
admissions standards may instead qualify
for admission through EOP. Academic
and financial guidelines must be met for
acceptance.
SERVICES:
The staff at the Computing Help Desk can
assist with most login and account-related
issues. If you’re having trouble with your
accounts, visit us in the library or call us at
(716) 878-4357.
Wireless access is available in a number
of buildings on campus, including Butler
Library and the Student Union. If you’re
having trouble connecting to the wireless
network, bring your laptop to the library
and our staff will be happy to help.
TIP!
You can visit https://bscintra.buffalostate.
edu/accounts/userlookup.asp to look up
your Buffalo State username and Banner
ID. Your Buffalo State username is used to
access e-mail, Blackboard, Degree Works
and campus computers; your Banner
ID is used to access Banner. For more
information on accessing your accounts
visit cts.buffalostate.edu/help-newstudents.
E. H. Butler Library
library.buffalostate.edu
(716) 878-6300
E. H. Butler Library supports the
scholarship, research, and creativity of the
Buffalo State academic community with
more than a million research materials,
including more than 675,000 printed
books, over 200,000 electronic books, and
access to full-text articles from thousands
of periodicals. The library’s Information
Commons provides a central location
for research and technology assistance,
equipment loan, writing help, and other
resources and services that help students
successfully complete their academic
projects.
Computing Help Desk
Butler Library 146
(716) 878-4357
Email: chd@buffalostate.edu
Twitter: twitter.com/bschelpdesk
YouTube: www.youtube.com/
BSCHelpDesk
The Computing Help Desk is the first line
of support for all users on campus. Located
in E.H. Butler Library’s Information
Commons room (147), we have a kind and
courteous staff on hand to help you with
your login and account-related problems.
For more information about computing
at Buffalo State visit the Computing
and Technology Services website at
cts.buffalostate.edu.
In an Emergency
By Mail
Visit https://buffstatealert.buffalostate.
edu/e2campus/ to learn about and sign
up for BUFF STATE Alert, a service that
sends emergency messages via text, voice
or email. If you do not have a Buffalo State
user name or password but still want to
receive text messages from Buff State
Alert, you can sign up by texting the
phrase “buffalostate” to 79516.
If you’d like to mail a package to your
resident student:
Emergency Closing Policy
and Procedures
police.buffalostate.edu/emergencybuffalo-state-closings
For information concerning cancelation
of classes, please check the main Buffalo
State web page suny.buffalostate.edu, or
call the school closing information number,
(716) 878-5000. Please do not call any
other number for this information.
If the decision to close and cancel classes
is made before the start of the workday,
the Vice President for Finance and
Management will inform University Police.
Student’s Name
Hall & Room No.
Buffalo State
PO Box ______*
Buffalo, NY 14213-PO Box # (again)
*Based on your student’s hall assignment,
insert the appropriate PO Box number in
your mailing address:
Student Apartment Complex – 5124
Cassety Hall – 5122
Porter – 5120
Perry – 5127
Neumann – 5108
North Wing – 5121
Tower 1 – 5123
Tower 2 – 5118
Tower 3 – 5119
Tower 4 – 5126
Moore Complex – 5125
For further information, log on and
like the Buffalo State University Police
Department on facebook.
PLEASE NOTE: During non-business hours,
you can email the Help Desk or leave a
voicemail. We will respond to your problem/
request when we reopen the following
business day.
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NFTA Student Transit Pass
Several departments
at Buffalo State offer
services related to health
and wellness. These offices
include: Weigel Health
Center, Counseling Center
and Health Promotions.
Each provides support, information,
and workshops to promote and aid in
student development and well-being.
Staff members also collaborate closely
and continuously with other on-campus
departments such as University Police,
Residence Life, the Fitness Center, and the
United Students Government to enhance
health and safety on campus.
Weigel Health Center
weigel.buffalostate.edu
(716) 878-6711
Weigel Health Center has been granted
accreditation through the Accreditation
Association for Ambulatory Health
Care. Weigel Health Center is a health
care facility staffed by physicians, nurse
practitioners, nurses, social workers and
health promotions staff. Medical services,
diagnosis and treatment of illnesses and
injuries, well visits for men and women,
immunizations and educational resources
are offered to all registered SUNY Buffalo
State students.
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Weigel Health Promotion:
weigel.buffalostate.edu/health-promotion
(716) 878-4719
Weigel Health Center has an entire
department dedicated to educating and
developing the students at Buffalo State.
The mission of the program is "prevention
through education." Interactive and
educational programs teach the bystander
message of “Do Your Part: Buffalo
State” and seek to provide students with
information they need to make informed
and responsible decisions concerning their
physical, mental and social health.
Outreach involves campus and community
education presentations, workshops,
trainings and events. The health promotion
office also offers internships, independent
studies and volunteer opportunities to
all Buffalo State students (all majors are
welcome).
Student Health Insurance
weigel.buffalostate.edu/insurance
All full-time domestic undergraduate and
graduate students who attend Buffalo
State are eligible and automatically
enrolled in the College’s student health
insurance plan unless an online waiver
form with proof of health insurance
coverage is completed by the applicable
deadline. Part time students can request
enrollment. This website explains the
health insurance program and provides
information about the costs and
benefits. This plan is affordable with
low co-payments and no deductible.
All full-time
domestic
undergraduate
and graduate
students who
attend Buffalo
State are
eligible and
automatically
enrolled in the
College’s student
health insurance
plan...
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Funded by the college’s transportation
fee, the NFTA CRAM (College Riders
Accessing Metro) Pass program provides
undergraduate students with unlimited
access to the NFTA Metro Bus and Rail
System plus a campus circulator shuttle
(#206). Details regarding the routes and
schedules may be found at the NFTA
website (metro.nfta.com/programs/
college.aspx).
A CRAM Pass, along with a current Buffalo
State photo ID card, is required to use
any of the services. CRAM Passes may be
picked up from the E. H. Butler Library
Information Commons. Faculty, staff and
campus visitors may use the NFTA campus
circulator shuttle at the cost of regular fare
(currently $2).
You may find more information about
transportation services including the
Buffalo CarShare program, electric
vehicle charging stations, motorist
assistance program, bicycles on campus
and more by logging onto the following
websites: suny.buffalostate.edu/
transportation-and-safety-services and
financeandmanagement.buffalostate.edu/
transportation-services.
Equity & Campus Diversity
equity.buffalostate.edu
Cleveland Hall 415
(716) 878-6210
We ask parents and family members to encourage
your student to take advantage of the many campus
resources available.
It is important that students become involved and connected not only with their peers
but also with the Buffalo State faculty and staff, all of whom truly want your student to
succeed.
The Dean of Student’s resource site for parents of Buffalo State students is
deanofstudents.buffalostate.edu/resources-parents. On this site you will find links
to various campus and off-campus resources that can help you understand what
your student is experiencing while attending college. You will also find information
that might help you cope with the unique demands of being the parent/family member
of a college student.
www.universityparent.com/buffalostate
The mission of the Equity and
Campus Diversity Office is to
ensure that the college community
understands and complies with
both federal and state laws with
the respect to equal employment
opportunity and affirmative
action. While equal employment
opportunity is the law, affirmative
action and diversity issues require
the college not only to provide
access to employment and
educational programs, but also to
provide equitable opportunities
to enhance success. The primary
goal of the Office of Equity and
Campus Diversity is to create a
campus climate that supports the
development and full potential of
all faculty, staff, administration,
and students.
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Learn more about meal plan options by
visiting www.dineoncampus.com/bsc, by
visiting the Bengal Card Office located in
E.H. Butler Library, room 108 or by calling
(716) 878-5152.
To apply for meal plans complete and
return the Residence Hall and Meal Plan
Application. For meal plan questions
please call the Bengal Card Office at
(716) 878-5152 or visit the website at
www.dineoncampus.com/bsc.
Residence Life and Housing Offices
residencelife.buffalostate.edu
Porter Hall
(716) 878-3000
The Residence Life Office directs all
residential programs and residential
student governance/leadership. Faculty,
staff and students join with Residence
Life staff to develop programs promoting
self-awareness and appreciation for
the diversity among people and their
perspectives with the college and
community. The Housing Office works
with selected operations of residence
hall living including housing assignments,
Bengal Card Office – Meal Plan
Administering
www.dineoncampus.com/bsc
Butler Library Room 108
(716) 878-5152
Buffalo State Dining – Business Office
www.dineoncampus.com/bsc
Campbell Student Union Room 223
(716) 878-5214
Buffalo State Dining offers a variety
of meal plans designed to fit the needs
of Buffalo State’s diverse student
population. Meal plans are available for
both commuter and resident students.
Freshmen and sophomores living on
campus are required to select a meal
plan. Meal plans are tax-free and may be
covered by financial aid.
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There are many reasons why students
should participate on a meal plan. When
selecting one of Buffalo State Dining’s
meal plans, students are not just acquiring
credits to be used at our various locations,
they are participating in a program that
exceeds anything found in the area.
When it comes to product variety, Buffalo
State Dining offers multiple dining venues
throughout campus to make dining easy
and convenient for students. The two
main dining venues are located in the
Campbell Student Union. The Resident
Dining Hall features Pulse On Dining,
an award-winning, cutting-edge all-youcare-to-eat restaurant dining experience
designed specifically for the millennial
generation. The food court, also located
in the Campbell Student Union, offers
nine different dining platforms including
Salsarita’s, Train Grill, authentic Italian
cuisine from 2.mato, made-to-order salads
from Chop’d, authentic Caribbean cuisine
from Roots, a local favorite SPoT Coffee,
Jamba Juice, Subway, and Asian concept
Bluw. Buffalo State Dining also offers
multiple satellite locations across campus.
Satellite locations include Argo Tea, Choco-late featuring gourmet hot chocolates
and Mexican pastries, Outtakes and Café
Oh-Le.
Of course it’s not just about the food,
our programs are constantly changing to
address the issues of nutrition and health
as well as create an atmosphere that
makes dining a relaxing break in the day
from the pressures of student life.
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maintenance and custodial services,
rennet services and capital planning.
Residence Life Policies and Services
staff.buffalostate.edu/hossaiit/
Paraprofessional/ResPol1.pdf
The above is a compendium of the policies
and procedures governing residential
life at Buffalo State. The college reserves
the right to change the policies affecting
residential students and visitors to the
residence halls. Additional policies and
procedures will be posted in the residence
halls as they are enacted. Each residential
student and visitor to the residence halls
are expected to have knowledge of, and
abide by, the information contained in
the student handbook, the Residence Life
Office Community Connections newsletter
and policy/procedure postings found in the
residence halls.
Faculty, staff and
students join with
Residence Life staff
to develop programs
promoting selfawareness and
appreciation for the
diversity among people
and their perspectives
with the college and
community.
Student support services
offices exist on campus
to enhance the collegiate
experience of your
student. These offices
serve to help your student
when in need, program
activities for your student,
and provide your student
with unique opportunities
to build their resume and
strengthen their college
experience.
Student Life
The Counseling Center
The United Students Government (USG)
of the State University College at Buffalo
(Buffalo State) represents the interests of
the students of the college and encourages
their active participation in the campus
community. The USG sponsors activities
funded by the mandatory Student
Activity fee.
counselingcenter.buffalostate.edu
Weigel 219
(716) 878-4436
Email: counselingcenter@buffalostate.edu
The Counseling Center offers free and
confidential mental health programs and
services through licensed and certified
professionals (i.e., Psychologists, Social
Workers, Psychiatrists) and supervised
trainees. The Counseling Center strives
to be a safe and friendly environment for
students who are experiencing personal
and academic challenges. The Counseling
Center has a special concern for the
academic success and timely graduation of
Buffalo State students.
International Student Affairs
internationalstudentaffairs.
buffalostate.edu
Campbell Student Union 400
(716) 878-5331
The Office of International Student
Affairs handles academic, social,
immigration, financial, health and
judicial concerns of international
students/scholars at Buffalo State.
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studentlife.buffalostate.edu
Campbell Student Union 400
(716) 878-4631
The Student Life Office encourages
student engagement in a variety of
extracurricular experiences, contributes to
building the campus community and helps
students develop leadership and lifestyle
skills. The Student Life area includes
Leadership Education, Greek Affairs,
Mentoring and Retention Initiatives, and
Activities & Programs.
United Students
Government (USG)
www.usgbuffstate.org
www.bengalconnect.com
Campbell Student Union 402
(716) 878-6701
Career Development Center
cdc.buffalostate.edu
vslc.buffalostate.edu
Volunteer and Service-Learning Center
Cleveland Hall 306
(716) 878-5811
Open Mon.–Weds., Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.;
Thurs. 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
The Career Development Center (CDC)
provides comprehensive career and job
search counseling to help students choose
a major, plan a career, find internship and
employment opportunities and prepare
for graduate school. We also serve as your
connection to the employment community.
The CDC also houses the Volunteer
and Service-Learning Center, where
students can find one-time and long-term
community volunteer opportunities and
can identify service-learning coursework
options.
Barnes & Noble Buffalo
State Bookstore
buffalostate.bncollege.com
Campbell Student Union
(716) 878-5509
Our campus Bookstore carries all
required course books, as determined
by our instructors. That means we have
the correct edition or package that your
professor has requested.
Registrar
registrar.buffalostate.edu
Moot Hall 210
(716) 878-4811
The Registrar’s Office maintains official
academic records; issues academic
transcripts; provides for registration of
classes; publishes online course schedules;
certifies eligibility for graduation and
issues diplomas; administers college
academic policies; records grades;
maintains the degree audit system;
certifies enrollment; and administers
FERPA. Visit the website above for more
information.
Disability Services
disabilityservices.buffalostate.edu
Twin Rise Center 120
(716) 878-4500
The Disability Services office supports
students with documented disabilities in
academic settings, student life, residence
halls and in other areas as needed.
Students in need of services should
provide documentation from a qualified
professional outlining the nature of their
disability and the impact the disability has
on the student in a college environment.
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The section below directs
you to the location on the
College website where you
will find information about
important College policies
related to student life.
The College reserves the right to change
any policies, rules or regulations affecting
students and any dates reported herein.
Questions about College policies can
be addressed to the Dean of Students,
Campbell Student Union, Room 306,
telephone (716) 878-4618.
Buffalo State Code of Student Rights,
Freedoms and Responsibilities
deanofstudents.buffalostate.edu/sites/
deanofstudents.buffalostate.edu/files/
uploads/Links/Code%20of%20Conduct.
pdf
The Code defines student rights, freedoms
and responsibilities as a member of the
Buffalo State campus community and
identifies conduct that is not permitted.
The intent of the Code is to provide
students with a due process review of
allegations that the Code has been violated
and delineates sanctions when guilt has
been determined.
Campus Safety Forum
deanofstudents.buffalostate.edu/campussafety-forum-0
The Campus Safety Forum is the College’s
advisory committee on campus security
and reviews current security policies and
procedures and makes recommendations
for their improvement, especially with
regard to preventing and responding to
sexual assault.
Academic Misconduct Policy
academicstandards.buffalostate.edu/
misconduct
All students are expected to display
honesty and integrity in completing course
requirements and following academic
regulations. The Academic Misconduct
Policy defines the procedures and
processes to be used when allegations of
plagiarism, cheating or other academic
misconduct arise.
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suny.buffalostate.edu/parking
Chase Hall 126
(716) 878-3041
Parking Services assists students, faculty and staff with parking and ticket concerns. This
office distributes temporary permits to those coming to campus without a permit on their
cars. Only vehicles with special permits authorizing them to park in spaces designated
for persons with disabilities are allowed to park in such spaces. All vehicles parked on the
grounds of Buffalo State must display valid college parking permits.
Homecoming/
Family Weekend:
Tuesday, September 29 –
Saturday, October 3, 2015
For more information visit
homecoming.buffalostate.edu.
School of Arts and Humanities
School of Education
School of the Professions
artsandhumanities.buffalostate.edu
Rockwell 222
(716) 878-6326
schoolofeducation.buffalostate.edu
Bacon Hall 306
(716) 878-4214
professions.buffalostate.edu
Cleveland 214-215
(716) 878-4698
School of Continuing Professional
Studies
School of Natural and Social Sciences
University College
sciences.buffalostate.edu
Classroom A113
(716) 878-6434
universitycollege.buffalostate.edu
Twin Rise 100
(716) 878-5906
continuingstudies.buffalostate.edu
Cleveland Hall 210
(716) 878-5907
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- By Jo Calhoun
- By Amanda Taylor
There are rites of
passage we go through
as parents and generally
it all begins with sleep
deprivation. Then, as
we gain our footing,
we get to experience
the “firsts.” First word.
First step. First tooth.
First day of school. First
boyfriend or girlfriend.
First heartbreak. First
graduation. First goodbye.
All of the “firsts” brim with a mix of
emotions — joy, exhilaration, anxiety,
wistfulness. But the thing about goodbyes
when it comes to our children is that they
always tug on our hearts — even after the
first.
My 22-year-old son recently left the
U.S. to study in Morocco. Though he has
lived abroad in the past, his absence and
great distance do not get easier. I knew
when he was young that he would be an
adventurous soul and distinctly remember
him announcing at 12 years old that he
planned to “travel the world” as soon as he
could. A few years passed and sure enough
he enlisted his father’s and my support to
study abroad his senior year of high school.
With many defining moments in life,
you don’t know how you will feel until
the event occurs. In my experience as a
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mother, my son’s moving across the world
involved complex feelings. On one hand I
was beyond excited for him and knew the
opportunity would expand his worldview
and open up possibilities. On the other
hand, I was sad and worried. Each time
he says goodbye, I can’t help thinking,
“What if this is the last time I see him?” But
I’ve come to accept that, no matter the
outcome, my son is on his own unique and
self-determined path, and that is what is
important.
As a new mother, I read a book by Judith
Viorst called Necessary Losses (1986).
Viorst discusses the mother-child bond
and how difficult but necessary it is for
child and parent to separate as part of
a healthy relationship and for personal
growth. She writes:
I’ve learned that in the course of our life
we leave and are left and let go of much
that we love. Losing is the price we pay
for living. It is also the source of much of
our growth and gain. Making our way
from birth to death, we also have to make
our way through the pain of giving up
some portion of what we cherish. We
have to deal with our necessary losses.
For in leaving the blurred-boundary bliss
of mother-child oneness, we become
a conscious, unique and separate self,
exchanging the illusion of absolute shelter
and absolute safety for the triumphant
anxieties of standing alone. In giving up
our impossible expectations, we become
a lovingly connected self, renouncing
ideal visions of perfect friendship,
marriage, children, family life for the
sweet imperfections of all-too-human
relationships.
I try to keep in mind how essential
separations like these are for my son’s
emotional well-being and understand
it can be a catalyst for great personal
growth and transformation. I always feel
more at ease after I’m able to see where
and with whom he’s living, and know that
he has made connections with people
in the community. It’s also reassuring to
communicate with him every few weeks
via text or Skype.
As I contemplate an ending to this short
piece, I sit and look at my mother sleeping.
I have traveled to be with her for a week
as she recuperates from surgery. I am
reminded of my role as a daughter and
think back to when I first left my own
family of origin. Although I didn’t leave the
country, I left for college. With grace, my
mother let me go while continuing to be
a supportive and loving force in my life. I
hope I am able to continue to model the
same love and support for my children
even when they are worlds away.
A crucial developmental
task for college students
is learning to handle
independence, solve
problems, and selfadvocate. Parents are
important to supporting
this growth, which is why
you may receive messages
from the university
reminding you not to rush
to the rescue when your
student has a problem.
Still, there are times when parents should
get involved. If you suspect that it’s one
of those times for your student, start by
contacting the administrator closest to the
situation (academic, residential, athletic,
etc.). Premature calls to the President,
Chancellor or Provost will always be
directed back to that person.
These three rules of thumb may help you
decide if the time is right to intervene:
1
Step in when it’s an issue of safety.
Your student’s safety always comes first.
If your student is having a major health crisis,
physical or emotional, the Student Affairs
staff will welcome your assistance and your
presence. When students are hospitalized,
nothing helps more than having parents
present. Decisions need to be made quickly,
and ailing students may not be able to make
them alone.
2 your student about the nature
Consider what you want to teach
of the world. Parents often intervene
prematurely when their student is involved
in a conduct violation. College is a relatively
safe place for students to experience the
natural consequences of their actions.
Although painful and embarrassing,
participating in a campus judicial
proceeding for a minor behavioral
violation can be an excellent educational
experience for students. Sometimes
students on probation are not allowed to
participate in organizational leadership,
study abroad or other campus privileges.
Again, painful, but not fatal. Parental
intervention in these matters communicates
to students that they cannot be trusted to
manage their own behavior.
However, if a student is involved in a
major conduct violation that might
involve suspension, expulsion, or criminal
charges, parents’ involvement is not
unusual. If you choose to intervene in
such a circumstance, do not expect to
attend campus judicial proceedings or
to try to influence sanctions imposed on
your student. Colleges are ethically and
legally obligated to follow their written
policies and procedures. It is fine to have
respectful conversations with college
administrators to clarify processes and
timelines. Focus on expressing your
continuing love and support for your
student during a trying time.
3
Presume good will. When you
intervene to support your student,
assume that college officials will be
your allies not adversaries. Student
Life professionals are passionate about
student development and success.
The common ground you share is
your student’s well-being. These
administrators can help you navigate
university processes, clarify options
and provide ongoing support to you
and your student. Even if you are upset,
focus on establishing a partnership with
these professionals who are in close
relationship with your student. They
will help you.
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