Kennesaw State University Parent Guide

Dates & Events

• Academic Calendar

  JANUARY 2010January 1-4:  University Closed January 5-6:  Final RegistrationJanuary 7:  First Day of ClassesJanuary 7-13:  Drop/AddJanuary 18:  HOLIDAY - No Classes... Read More

• Wouldn't it be fun to attend a KSU OWL Basketball game with your student?

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Academics

• Helping your Student get the Spring Semester off to the Right Start

  The holidays are over and it’s time for your student to head back to school. How can you, as a parent, help her get the new semester off on the right track? Take the time to help her get organized now, and when things get hectic later on, she’ll be prepared. Read More

• Helping your Student to Avoid Procrastination

• First-Year Student Mandatory Advising and Requirements

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Career Planning

• Gen Y most motivated by career advancement opportunities

  Career advancement opportunities, not flexible schedules, are the highest motivating factors for Generation Y in the workplace, according to a recent study. Read More

Health & Safety

• Gazoontite! From the desk of the KSU Health Clinic

  Sending you child off to college can be traumatic for parents. The first time your student calls you and they are sick can re-traumatize you. Please be assured that here at KSU the Health Clinics on campus have the health needs of your student as their top priority and concern.When your student calls you not feeling well your first question should be, " Have you gone to the clinic to be seen." KSU students all have access to walk-in care Monday through Friday, no appointment needed. Read More

• KSU Health Clinics

• Strategic Security and Safety

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Managing Finances

• Money Matters to Owl Parents: Keeping the Nest Secure

  Checklist for Financial Aid for the 2009/2010 Academic Year Read More

• K-Cash Dining

• Finding College Scholarships and Grants

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Student Life

• A New Year, a New Beginning: New Year's Resolutions for College Students

  The New Year has arrived and with it comes a new semester and a new start for your college student. While many students will make New Year’s Resolutions, history shows that most resolutions don't last very long – mainly because they are too difficult or simply unrealistic. Read More

• What is the Student Development Office?

• Opening Weekend Special at The Commons, KSU's Dining Hall

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Tips for Parents

• Dear Parents:

  It is the time of year we are preparing to receive our students back from college to join us in many family traditions and holiday events.  Remembering that these young adults have now forged a new path into their future by becoming more independent learning new skills and adopting some new behaviors, I'd like to take a moment to share some thoughts with you.  The social life of the college student can look very different from the social life of a high school senior.  You might take time to talk to your student over this break about some of the new experiences they have encountered. Read More

• I'll be Home For Christmas...You Can Count on Me

• Welcome Kennesaw State University’s First Parent and Family Association!

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Maps, Numbers & Info

• Campus Resources

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Financial Planning

• Finding College Scholarships and Grants

  While the rising costs of a college education may make some feel as if higher education is a luxury, there is still plenty of help available for those who need it through scholarships and grants. College scholarships and grants are readily available to students willing to do the research and pay attention to the rules, requirements and other "details." Read More

Transition from High School

• Hi Parents of First Year Students,

  I'm Susan Ristau, licensed professional counselor, and I work in the Counseling & Psychological Services area of Student Success Services at Kennesaw State University. Our office is located in Building 1, Kennesaw Hall, 2nd floor. I met many of you during orientation, and you might remember that I'm also the parent of a sophomore here at KSU. I thought perhaps some of our growing pains and adjustments to college life might be useful for you and your student. As the mother of an only child (daughter) who lives on campus - I have had to find a balance between too much and not enough. Whether your son or daughter lives on campus or commutes to KSU, many changes are taking place in your home for you and your family. During orientation, some useful information was provided about this being a transition for all, but sometimes we really don't realize how it's going to feel until you move your student onto campus or see your commuter student heading off to class daily. Read More

• Move - In Day 2009

• Saying Goodbye: Helping your Student Transition Successfully to College – while maintaining your own peace of mind

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