The past two weeks have been challenging and scary for many students on our campus following the terrorist attacks launched by Hamas in Israel and the violence and loss of life that has followed in the region. Both our Jewish students and our Middle Eastern students have told us they feel unsettled and scared, and we know that many of you as parents worry about your student’s safety. Student safety is always our top priority, and both our staff and MUPD have been present at many campus events over the past two weeks to help ensure that our students feel safe and supported. We have been in regular contact with our student organizations and the leadership of Hillel and Chabad and have been supporting them as well. We sent a message to the Miami community last week and followed up with an additional message in our weekly email to students on October 12. Students have been vocal and engaged on campus, while still demonstrating the Code of Love and Honor by being respectful of each other, even when they have differing views and perspectives. As this situation continues to develop, our police will continue to connect with state and federal agencies to scan for potential threats to our community, and our staff will continue to be present and support our students however we can.

Parent and Family Programs partners with offices around campus to offer webinars on topics of interest to parents and families. Two such webinars were recorded earlier this month. You can watch them both and more on the Parent and Family Programs webinars resource page. 

Libraries + Parents: Partnering for Your Student's Academic Growth

College can be challenging for students, but as parents and family members you can provide critical support by connecting them with valuable resources like Miami University Libraries. You'll learn about innovative programs like the Personal Librarian service that provides tailored, one-on-one support. 

Academic Advising and Registration

With registration for spring classes right around the corner, your student will likely be talking about this process. Listen to Dr. Amy Bergerson, Associate Provost and Dean for Undergraduate Education, and members of Miami's academic advising team as they discuss the advising and registration process as well as provide insight into coaching and supporting your students. 

As a parent of a Miami student, you have the opportunity to earn Miami graduate credit in a stand-alone course or a full master’s, regardless of where you live in the U.S. and regardless of your profession. Designed for working professionals, Earth Expeditions graduate courses from Miami’s Project Dragonfly combine web-based coursework with face-to-face engagement with researchers, community leaders and conservationists at critical field sites throughout the world. Learn how you can apply for 2024 courses.

Studying abroad offers many benefits for your student, including learning, developing, and exercising skills in communication, coping, broad and strategic thinking, global mindedness, and flexibility! Find out more about studying abroad with the College of Education, Health, and Society, including an exciting opportunity to spend spring break in London to study the Management and Culture of English Soccer.

Your graduate can get everything they need during the 1-day Grad Central event happening Thursday, November 2 at Brick & Ivy Campus Store. A representative from Herff Jones will be in the store to help grads find exactly what they need: caps, gowns, tassels, stoles, and more. Grads can also shop for what they need online and take advantage of our convenient in-store pickup.

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Join us for tales of lesser-known Miami lore with campus history buffs Stephen Gordon ’75, MA ‘81, Administrator, McGuffey House and Museum, and Donna Boen ‘83, MTSC ’96, Editor of the Miamian alumni magazine.

This virtual event is free to attend, but registration is required.