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The University of Southern Mississippi recognizes the importance of parents and families on their students’ collegiate journeys and believes they are an integral part of their students’ continued growth and development.
In order to aid in the success of students and to provide a way for parents and families to easily connect with the Southern Miss family, all parents and families of students are invited be members of the Parent & Family Association.
Stay connected to your student through newsletters, on-campus events and so much more.
Mission Statement:
The University of Southern Mississippi’s Parent & Family Association connects parents and families to the university by providing accessible resources and impactful programs. Through outreach and collaboration between university members and families, the Parent & Family Association works to promote student success and aid students in their goals to attain a degree.
How To Join:
Joining the Parent & Family Association is easy. Join today and stay connected to your Southern Miss student!
> Enter your information and submit.
Family Day @ The Rock
Southern Miss vs. Virginia
Saturday, Sept. 19, 2009
Noon-Kickoff
Weathersby Lawn
> Register by Sept. 17
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"Parent University" Workshop
Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Thad Cochran Center
> Register by Sept. 30 |
How To Join:
Joining the Parent & Family Association is easy. Join today and stay connected to your Southern Miss student!
> Enter your information and submit.
More Information:
> Call 601.266.6405 or e-mail.
"Parent University" Workshop agenda
9:30-10a.m. -- Check-in
10-10:30am -- Welcome and Role of Southern Miss Parent,
Dr. Joe Paul, vice president of Student Affairs
10:30-11:15 a.m. -- Session One: "The Mid-Semester Check-Up," Deena Crawford, director of Student Counseling Services
11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. -- Session Two: "How can I encourage my student to develop a four (or more!) year resume?" Rusty Anderson, director of Career Services
12:15-1:15 p.m. -- Lunch with a Faculty Member & Student Leader, Amy C. Miller, associate professor/chair of Anthropology & Sociology, and
Omari Pittman, senior in Sports Management & student leader
1:15-1:45 p.m. -- Session Three: Know Your Campus Resources, Audrey Charoglu, Assistant Director of Student Activities
1:45-2 p.m. -- Wrap-up
Free Parking is available at the Thad Cochran Center lot. Lunch and workshop materials provided.
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