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Family Focus Orientation

New UA Students need a strong support system to help them make a successful transition from high school to college. Support your new UA student by participating in Family Focus Orientation.

What is Family Focus Orientation?


An orientation program designed specifically for parents and family members of new UA students. The program is held in conjunction with new student orientation, transfer transition and post-secondary enrollment option program orientation.

How to Register

There are two ways to register for Family Focus Orientation. There is currently no fee associated with the program.

1. You may submit you reservation via email. Just email us at orientation@uakron.edu. Please include the name of your student, the date the student is attending orienation, and the number of family members attending with the student.

2. You may also register in person the day of your students orientation program. Pre-registration is suggested as it will save you time at orientation check-in.

*DO NOT include your student in the count while registering for Family Focus.*

Not sure whether or not to participate? Here's what past participants have to say.

  • I wish there was a program like this when I started my college career! You touched on everything a student and parent should know.
  • Overall, a great presentation for a parent who is sending their first child to college.
  • Orientation leaders handled questions very well, including financial aid and housing.
  • Orientation leaders talking about their campus experiences was very helpful and made us feel at home.
  • A great family experience!

Send us an email about your Family Focus Orientation experience.

orientation@uakron.edu
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