We have admitted four other children to college and never did we have such an extensive, thorough orientation as this, in a relaxed atmosphere. I was leaving my student with. It also gave me more opportunity to network with other parents. I really benefitted from the Orientation program and felt grateful that I was there for the expanded Orientation. The entire program was terrific.
Most colleges give the parents an hour of questions and then say good-bye.
Your suggestions on how to talk with our students when they are homesick was great. The separate parent track was a great idea. The kids needed to be on their own. I enjoyed meeting the other parents.