California State University, Chico Parent Guide

Dates & Events

• Calendar of Upcoming Events:

  March 12 - On-Campus Residence Halls close at 6:00 p.m. for Spring Break (University Village will remain open) March 15-19 - Spring Break, no classes held March 21 - On-Campus Residence Halls reopen at 2:00 p.m. March 31 - Cesar Chavez Day - Campus closed April 1 - Furlough Day - Campus closed Read More

• Parent Advisory Council Meeting Saturday, February 27, 2010

• Important Chico State Dates:

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Academics

• Helping your Student to Avoid Procrastination

  Procrastination is the curse of many college students. By the time your student reaches college, many are already experts at avoiding the inevitable. They will probably get it done, but not without a constant and looming pressure that builds until, the night before, they cram, sometimes all night long, to finish or prepare. The result is seldom going to be their best work. This article explores ways to guide them away from procrastination. Read More

• Letter from the Mayor

• Welcome to Chico State

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Career Planning

• Is Your Student Getting Ready to Graduate?

  While it seems like May is so far away, it will be here before we know it! Commencement ceremonies for undergraduates will be held on Saturday, May 22, 2010 and Sunday, May 23, 2010. Post cards providing students who have filed for graduation and their parents with important graduation information should be received before winter break. Some of the highlights:Graduating seniors must do TWO THINGS: Read More

• Career Assessment and Employment Counseling

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Health & Safety

• Campus Safety

  Providing a safe environment for our campus community through proactive, progressive, and professional law enforcement services. Read More

• Staying Healthy

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Managing Finances

• FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIP OFFICE: PREPARE NOW FOR 2010-2011

  We know that students and their families are beginning to consider how to pay for fees and other costs for the 2010-2011 academic year. WHAT TO DO ASAP: Apply for upcoming CSU, Chico ScholarshipsTimeline for CSU, Chico ScholarshipsOctober 1-December 15 - Application window for CSU, Chico Scholarships for 2010-2011. Every year Chico State students receive over $1.5 million in university scholarships. Criteria may include scholastic achievement, school/college activities, financial need, and community service. For information and the online application, visit the Online Scholarship Application Web page. All applications must be received by December 15, 2009 midnight, Pacific Standard Time. Read More

• Federal Tax Credit Information - Hope Scholarship/Lifetime Learning Credit

• Home for the Holidays: Surviving your College Student's Stay

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Student Life

• What's Happening at Chico State?

  Chico State and the Chico community provide many ways for parents to keep up with what's happening on campus: Facebook Parent Fan Page - for events and news pertaining directly to the University. See what other Chico State parents have to say by becoming a fan and following parent comments (you do not have to be a member of Facebook to access the Parent Fan Page). The Orion - the Chico State award-winning weekly student newspaper Read More

• Introducing Zipcar!

• Wildcat Recreation Center Grand Opening

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Tips for Parents

• Tips for Parents

  The transition to college involves many new experiences and changes for students, parents, and supporters. Read More

• From Your House to Our House

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Maps, Numbers & Info

• CSU Chico Campus Map

  Download a campus map. Read More

• Important Phone Numbers

• Helpful Websites

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College Admissions

• Admissions

• First-time Freshman Admissions Requirements

• Transfer Student- Admission Requirements

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