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Some useful tips to help your new DU student transition into college
Some useful tips to help your new DU student transition into college
Denison
 
Greetings to family members of new Denisonians!
Parents and Families
We are thrilled to have your student join us on campus this fall. To support you during this time of transition, you will receive emailed Denison Family Newsletters with timely information to help your student thrive at Denison.
 
Reminder: The May 15 deadline is approaching
A friendly reminder that there are many upcoming deadlines on May 15, including June Orientation Registration. Please encourage your student to review the Form Deadlines to ensure they have completed the appropriate forms by Monday, May 15.
 
June Orientation
We look forward to seeing many of your students on campus for June Orientation. If you will be attending with your student, we hope you enjoy getting 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. It will be an opportunity to relax at the end of the day and connect with other Denison family members. We hope to see you there.
 
Advising Circles
As your student begins to think about the classes they are interested in exploring, we encourage them to consider participating in an Advising Circle, or AC 101. In this one-credit discussion-based course, 10 to 12 first-year students meet with their faculty advisor to gain an in-depth understanding of the university and the Denison community. The class meets once a week during the fall semester and once a month during the spring semester. Students who have participated have found it to be extremely beneficial 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 Advising Circle was helping her to transition successfully to college life. ACs 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, Parent of a Denison sophomore
Parents and Families
Healthy transition for students needing continued care
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 who come to Denison 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. We encourage you and your student to develop a plan to utilize the many great resources provided by the college.
To support the holistic health and well-being of students, The Whisler Center for Student Wellness (Health and Counseling services) offers a wide range of services by highly trained, experienced and licensed physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, psychologists, and social workers. Check out the Top 10 Things Parents Need to Know for more details on how Whisler supports student health at Denison.
Denison's Academic Resource Center offers a number of beneficial services, including peer tutoring, the Academic Success Boot Camp, and accommodations and auxiliary services for students with disabilities. Students requiring accommodations at Denison should contact the Academic Resource Center to discuss their specific needs and how to submit current documentation. Additionally, students who use medication for ADD/ADHD or depression should plan in advance for prescription renewals while away from their home provider.
We look forward to partnering with you as your student continues to develop, learn, and become more independent throughout the next four years.
 
Stay connected to Denison!
Keep up with all of the great things going on at Denison by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. And check out all that's new on denison.edu.
We also encourage you to visit our Parent & Families web section, where you’ll find important information and timely reminders.
Go Big Red!
Kristy Barngrover Clear '10
Associate Director
Alumni and Family Engagement
Parents and Families
Office of Alumni & Family Engagement | 740-587-6634 | denison.edu/parents
Denison University, 100 West College Street, Granville, OH 43023 | 740-587-0810 | denison.edu
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