University of Wisconsin-Parkside Parent Guide

Student Life

Transfer Students: Helping your Student Adjust at the New School

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Of the challenges students face in transferring to a new school, student life can be the most difficult. For the most part, students can actually get a decent handle on their new academic life before they’ve actually enrolled at the university. Student life is a bit different; often times it is not until the student actually gets to school that they understand the social elements of their new school.

What to get your College Student for the Holidays

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If asked, many college students would prefer money or gift cards for the holidays - and while they are theoretically valid gifts, money and gift cards aren’t what most parents are looking to give their college students for the holidays.

Shopping for college students can be tough. We’ve compiled a list of suggestions for useful and fun presents to make a college student's life easier. Read more to learn about holiday gifts that get your college student excited.

Do parents have access to college records about their child?

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Article courtesy of Suzanne Mims from the examiner.com
You are moving your child into the dorm, freshman year is about to begin. You've paid that tuition bill, paid for room and board, paid for several pairs of jeans, paid for the micro fridge and a host of other dorm room and study aid items. You may be paying all those bills, but without two critical forms, you may find yourself blocked from accessing critical information about your college student.

A Week In The Life Of…

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Are you concerned about how your son/daughter will manage time in college? Take a look at how the hours break down in the week of a typical college student:

Ranger Card

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The Ranger Card is absolutely essential for every student. It is the key to accessing services throughout campus and is a vital link in receiving university refunds. Postponing a visit, risks delaying receipt of financial aid; not to mention access to your student’s dining plan, Ranger Hall and the Sports and Activity Center.

The Parent Transition

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Often we hear discussion of “student transition” from high school to college but seldom do we hear of “parent transition.”

Finding Support Services

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UW-Parkside’s commitment to diversity is reflected in a curriculum that prepares students from both genders and all racial, national and ethnic groups to live in a pluralistic society.

Campus Buildings

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Discovering life on campus: Campus Buildings.

Athletics

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Discovering life on campus: athletics.

Alma Mater

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The UW-Parkside alma mater, “Our Years,” was written for the 25th anniversary of the university in 1993-94. The lyrics were written by English Senior Lecturer, Patrick McGuire and the music by Emeritus Professor, Frank Mueller. It is performed at commencement and other formal events.