For example, students pay a health fee that entitles them to visit the University Health Center. Often times students call home in a panic when the assistance needed is available right on campus. The Student Handbook and the University catalog are also great resources. If in doubt, of course, call the academic advisor. Today, most everyone is at least familiar with if not a big user of e-mail.
All students receive free access to the Internet and a free e-mail account.
There are also several computer labs available. Therefore, there should be no excuse for staying in touch. If you are not a big fan of the Internet, give your student a supply of pre-stamped envelopes or post cards to send home. Parents, no matter how much we try to convey to our students how different college is from high school, this realization will only come to them until they have had to sink or swim on their own. So, give them a goodbye kiss and hug, be supportive and be confident.