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A warm hello to our Denison family!
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We are thrilled to have your student join us on campus this fall. As you and your student transition into life at Denison, we will send you occasional emails with timely family news and information to help your student thrive.
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Reminder: The May 14 deadline is approaching
A friendly reminder that there are many upcoming deadlines on May 14, including June Orientation Registration. Please encourage your student to review the Form Deadlines to ensure they have completed the appropriate forms by Monday, May 14.
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June Orientation
We look forward to seeing many of your students on campus for June Orientation. If you are attending with your student, we hope you take some time to get to know the campus and our hometown of Granville. Don’t miss the Parent and Family Reception on the evening of Day 1 at 8:30 p.m. in the Faculty Common in Burton Morgan. This is a good opportunity to relax at the end of the day and connect with other Denison family members. We hope to see you there.
Advising Circles
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As your student thinks about their first-semester classes, we encourage them to sign up for an Advising Circle, or AC 101. In this one-credit course, each group of 10 to 12 first-year students meets with their faculty advisor and a student peer. They discuss a wide range of topics that lead them to a fuller understanding of life at college and the Denison community. The class meets once a week during the fall semester and once a month over the spring semester. Students have found it to be very helpful as they transition to life at Denison.
Thoughts from a Denison family member ... “I was impressed when Denison instituted and explained Advising Circles to me prior to my daughter’s arrival on campus her first year. During that first fall semester, I asked her how school was going several times, and it was clear to me in her stories that her AC was helping her transition successfully to college life. Advising Circles offer opportunities to share common experiences, challenges, ask questions, and build personal connections. I must say I was actually a bit envious of her — I would have really benefitted from something like this at my college.” — David Ross, Denison Parent
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Healthy transition for students with continuing care needs
College is a time for students to develop personal agency and take ownership of their education, health and wellness. To support students in these efforts, Denison has a variety of resources available. For students with a history of medical concerns, mental health issues, or physical or learning accessibility needs, now is the time to have an important conversation about their continuing care. You and your student should develop a plan to use the many great resources provided by the college.
To support the holistic health and well-being of students, the Whisler Center for Student Wellness offers a wide range of services by highly trained, experienced and licensed physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, psychologists, counselors, and social workers. Check out the Top 10 Things Parents Need to Know for more details on how the Wellness Center supports student health at Denison. Remember, students who use medication should plan in advance for prescription renewals while away from their home provider.
You may find helpful a resource titled Starting the Conversation: College and Your Mental Health, published by The National Association for Mental Health and The JED Foundation, a national nonprofit organization that supports the emotional and mental health of teens and young adults. JED also has published Set to Go, a transition of care guide for families.
Denison's Academic Resource Center offers a wide range of services for all students, including peer tutoring, the Academic Success Boot Camp, and general time management/study strategy consultations by appointment. If your student requires reasonable accommodations at Denison based on a disability, they should contact the Academic Resource Center to discuss their specific need and how to submit current documentation.
We are looking forward to partnering with you and supporting your student as they continue to develop independence in college.
Stay connected to Denison!
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Keep up with all of the great things going on at Denison by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. In addition, you can download the Denison app for the latest news and upcoming events.
We also encourage you to visit our Parent & Families web section, where you’ll find important information and timely reminders.
Go Big Red!
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