Plan to check in for the Parent Orientation Program between 10-10:30 am. The formal presentations end at about 4:30 pm on the 1st day. The program begins again promptly at 8:30 am on the 2nd day and terminates at 3 pm for both parents and students. Please note that while the parent program is optional, students are expected to participate in their entire program.

This schedule reflects past programs and is subject to modifications due to parent feedback from last year. Please note: The student program is very full. Therefore it is not likely that you will interact with your daughter/son until after the program ends on day 2.

Day 1:
Check In:
Pay for second day luncheon reservations (cash only please)
Refreshments available for parents

Welcome and Opening Address
Sue Faerman, Ph.D. - Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education

Academic Support Services
Carson Carr, Ed.D. - Associate Vice President, Academic Affairs and Director of Academic Support Services Learn what it takes to be successful academically at UA as well as the support that is available to students.

Student Health Services
Peter Vellis, M.D. - Director of University Health Services

Lunch Program (pre-paid at Check in) OR Lunch On Your Own
Parents may experience the foods that students enjoy in our Campus Center Food Court. The optional Lunch Program will feature a presentation about food services.

Parents Weekend and Parent Services
Holly Barker-Flynn - Parent Liaison
Learn about a major fall season UA tradition for students and their families and the many ways parents can get involved and/or receive services.

University Counseling Services
Estela Rivero, Ph.D. - Director of University Counseling Services

Money Matters
Latonia Spencer - Director of Student Accounts
Beth Post - Director of Financial Aid
Discussion of financial aid and student billing processes

Information Technology Services Information
Staff
What are the technology needs of today's UA student?
What does the University offer?

Residential Life
Laurie Garafola - Director of Residential Life
Learn about the housing options that are available to freshmen, process of housing sign up, and services and programs offered by the Department of Residential Life.

Evening - Optional Activities On Your Own:

• tennis on Dutch Quad courts (bring equipment)
jog or walk our 3 mile University Drive or use the track>shop area malls, go to a movie, tour area
• watch a movie at Empire Commons

Day 2:
8:00-9:00 am
University Offices open for parents with specific questions/concerns. Formal program begins at 8:30 am and ends at 3 pm.

8:30 am
Services Fair: Opportunity for parents to discuss specific concerns, receive additional information and to ask questions of a variety of campus services' representatives. Informal setting allows for individual conversations.

Representatives available include:

• University Bookstore
• University Dining Services
• SUNYCard/Podium Accounts
• Student Accident and Sickness Insurance Plan
• University Health Services
• Community and Public Service Program
• Student Association
• Athletics - Go Great Danes!
• ResNet (Computer Network Program in Residence Halls)
• University Police Department
• Residential Life
• University Libraries
• Information Technology Services
• Chapel House Interfaith Center
• First Niagara Bank

Transitions: Your Student And Your Family
Conversation features current Albany students concerning the adjustments to college life. Staff from the Counseling Center facilitates discussion. This program is one of our most popular offerings for parents.

Where In The World?
Study Abroad Advisor
Study Abroad offers students a unique educational experience. Learn about the options available to UA students. It's worth a bit of thoughtful planning early.

Student Involvement - What's In It For Your Student?
Student Involvement Staff
Learn how student involvement in their campus community promotes the development of important leadership and personal skills, and answers the age-old question of "What is there to do on campus?"

Formal Parent Luncheon Featuring a Faculty Speaker (or lunch on your own)
Prior reservations needed.
This program is one of our most popular offerings for parents.

Walking tour includes a visit to a residence hall suite OR take a bus tour of downtown Albany with student guides, OR visit offices/University Bookstore on your own

"What Comes Next?"
Parent Liaison and Orientation Staff
Light refreshments and some fun UA giveaway items enliven this opportunity to learn important information about move-in day along with tips for keeping stress free, and the Great Dane Beginnings Fall Orientation for Freshmen Program.

3 pm
Meet your son/daughter for departure.