A letter from the Associate Dean for Student Success and Advising

PARENT NEWSLETTER APRIL 2017

Robert Mack, Associate Dean, Student Success and Advising Dear Parents and Families, I’m delighted to introduce you to the Office for Student Success and Advising (OSSA) at Tufts, which aims to assist first- and second-year undergraduates as they begin their college careers. Our goal is to foster an engaging and enriching post-secondary experience by supporting students' development of purpose within the intellectual community. With a particular focus on underrepresented student groups, the OSSA supports the transition of all students by exposing them to a range of curricular and co-curricular opportunities, increasing their awareness of University resources, and acquainting them with the relationship between personal development and academic achievement. In partnership with the Dean of Student Affairs Office – which acts as a central resource and starting point for students and families – the OSSA provides a variety of resources and supports to students. Our main areas of focus are: supporting students in their transitions to college, Pre-Major Advising, First Year Experience, the Common Reading Project, and Orientation.   Continue Reading Dean Mack's Letter Career Center Resources and Opportunities Whether your student is a first-year or graduating senior, Tufts' Career Center can help them find direction, identify skills and competencies, and connect with resources. Explore options and opportunities with your student using the links below. There are still a variety of internships and jobs opportunities available for the summer! Visit our Resource page for Parents Start a Career Conversation with Your Student Learn about Careers and Outcomes for Recent Tufts Alums (Also availably By Major -- 2016 Outcomes coming soon!) Discover Internships and Apply for Internship Grants Learn Job Search Strategies Explore Majors and Associated Careers Meet our Career Advisors Co-Curricular Opportunities Co-curricular engagement is a pivotal part of the Tufts experience. Clubs, Groups, and Student Organizations aren't just a part of life "outside" the classroom, but are a chance for students to put the lessons they've learned into practice. Clubs and Groups are also a great opportunity to explore new interests and meet peers with similar passions. If your student is looking for ways to engage, connect, and have fun, encourage them to take advantage of the following resources: Need a Place to Start? The Dean of Student Affairs Office is the central hub for engagement, resources, and support at Tufts. The Office for Student Success and Advising is a great starting point for any first- or second-year student looking for academic or co-curricular direction. Looking for a Group or Student Organization? We have over 300 recognized Student Organizations at Tufts. To help students find the right Student Organization, we break them down into categories, including Arts & Performance, Club Sports, Pre-Professional/Academic, and Social/Programing. (We even have a Miscellaneous category, if none of our other categories sound quite right.) We have a Group called Another Option specifically for students who would like to participate in substance-free events and programming. Want to Make a Difference? The Tufts Community Union includes our student Senate, Judiciary, and Committee on Student Life.  Our Elections Commission Members (ECOM) run our student elections. Encourage your student to vote next Wednesday, April 12! Need a Recommendation for a Group or Student Organization? The Office for Campus Life (OCL) is made up of a dedicated team, all of whom are ready to make recommendations and connect students with Groups and Clubs. OCL is also one of Tufts' largest student employers, with opportunities for Event Staff, Campus Center Managers, and a variety of other positions. Dates to Remember Through April 7 -  Advising Period for Fall 2017 Encourage your student to avoid the rush and make an appointment with their Advisor this week to talk about Fall courses and to have their registration hold cleared.  April 6 - Last Day for Undergraduate First-Year Students to DROP Courses without Record of Enrollment  Last Day for Undergraduate First-Year Students to Select PASS/FAIL Option April 10 - 21 - Registration Period for Fall 2017 April 15 - Deadline to apply for Financial Aid for 2017-18  April 17 - Patriots' Day Observed (University Holiday): No Classes April 21 - Academic Awards Ceremony; 7:30 p.m., Cohen Auditorium May 1 - Classes End Last Day for AS&E Students to WITHDRAW from Courses and Receive a Grade of W May 2 - Make-Up Day of Classes May 3 and 4 - Reading Period May 2 - 12 - Review Boards for BFA Students May 5 - 12 - Final Examinations for BA and BS Students View the Student Life Calendar Read Previous Parent Newsletters 3 Quick To Dos Sign Up for TuftsAlerts Find a Financial Literacy Seminar (For Graduating Seniors) Order the Senior Memory Book

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