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Parent FAQ's

by sysadmin — last modified May 22, 2009 02:55 PM

  1. Do I have to attend Parent Orientation?

    Attendance at Parent Orientation STRONGLY encouraged.

  2. What will Parent Orientation cover?
    We will introduce you to the academic structure of your student’s degree program, cover academic support services, campus programs, financial aid, housing, security and a variety of other important topics. Please refer to the agenda for more information.
  3. Do I have to stay for the entire day?
    You can choose the sessions that are most appropriate for you; however, we feel that all sessions provide important information. Free parking in the Floyd Street garage is available before check in only.
  4. Why does my child have to spend the night? We live in Louisville.
    We want our incoming students to have a unique and common experience and have the opportunity to make important connections with classmates. Programs run late into the evening and begin early the following morning. Also, the safety of our students is of utmost importance, and requiring that they remain on campus helps us maintain this safe environment.
  5. Why does orientation cost $125 for my student?
    Their orientation fee covers the cost of lodging, four meals, materials, entertainment and processing fees.
  6. Why does orientation cost $40 for parents?
    Your orientation fee covers the cost of two meals, refreshment breaks, materials and processing fees.
  7. How safe will my child be staying on campus overnight?
    Students are assigned to a room with another student attending Orientation and stay on gender specific wings of Miller Hall. Orientation Staff and a member of our Professional Staff will stay in the hall with the students. A security guard will be present in the residence hall throughout the night and we will have supervised activities until midnight.
  8. When will I see my student during orientation?
    Student and parents will be able to "catch up" during lunch and dinner.
  9. What do I have to bring to orientation?
    You may want to bring a credit card or checks to pre-pay for textbooks or athletic season tickets. (optional)
  10. Can I go to academic advising with my student?
    No, students meet separately with their academic advisors. Together, they make decisions about their fall schedule. Students will not register for classes until the second day, so you can discuss this during the first evenings dinner break.
  11. Do you have on-campus accommodations?
    No. Parents can choose to stay at a local hotel.
  12. What if I need to reach my student in case of an emergency?
    Call the Orientation Office at 502-852-7276 to speak with a staff person. We can reach the Student Orientation Staff at all times and know what staff member your student is assigned to. We can always get a message to have your son/daughter call you back.
  13. Where do I park?
    Free parking is available in the Floyd St. Parking Garage before check-in on the morning of your Parent Orientation. Enter the garage at the light. The gate will be open from 7:00 – 9:30 a.m.; however, if you leave and come back, you will have to pay for your parking in the visitors section of the garage.
  14. Where do I pick up my student after orientation is over on the second day?
    You can pick up your son/daughter in a pre-arranged location. If you need to park, you can temporarily park in the open lot next to Miller Residence Hall to pick up your student.
  15. Are there any Financil Aid resouces you can offer?
    Please visit our Financial Aid website.  Also, CashCourse  is brought to you by The National Endowment for Financial Education     (NEFE) and the University of Louisville. At this website, you can learn about Financial Basics, Paying for llege, College Life, and the World of Work. To read the University's press release about CashCourse click here.
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