Welcome to our new and returning UNM families. Our Parent Matters listserv burned past the 5,000 mark after hovering (no pun intended) at 4,300 for the past year. Our columnists say "it's an honor" to write for you and this month we have fine pieces from both our Director of Student Health and Chief of Police. Our goal is to keep you informed, involved, and engaged with the university. Providing timely information is our best way to reach out to parents near and far.
When I talk to parents and students about the increased level of parental involvement during the college years I often make light of the fact that we are known in media circles as "helicopter parents."
UNM Parent and Alumnus Kathy Meadows addresses parents and students from Colorado who attended the Summer Sendoff in Colorado Springs. The sendoffs were also held in several New Mexico towns and cities to help students and families network with UNM representatives, alumni and parents.
