Parents Preview - August 24 & 25, 2011

At commencement exercises in May,  420 proud members of the Lewis & Clark class of 2011 received diplomas. Today our thoughts turn to the day when your son or daughter will enter that same arena of celebration and honor.

If you have not saluted your child’s wisdom of late, do so now. They have chosen a college with a talented faculty, a dedicated staff, and a justly praised curriculum. Above all, it is a college that will encourage your daughter or son to inquire into subjects they have not yet encountered, explore questions never before heard, and express themselves with a clarity and force they may not know they have. Simply stated, your child has chosen a college of superb quality in every respect and you should be proud of that.

If you are like most Lewis & Clark parents you have a lively curiosity about the College and want to follow your child’s progress. To help you do do just that, we are hosting Parents Preview on August 24 & 25, 2011 that will introduce you to the campus and the transition to college life.

We look forward to hosting you for this important program.

Click here to REGISTER!

Registration is now closed (8/22/11).  Even if you were unable to register, please be assured you are welcome to participate in the program this week.  We won’t have a pre-printed name tag for you but will be happy for you to join us.

Program Overview

Parents Preview is a specially designed program for the parents of new Lewis & Clark students. The program runs simultaneously to the first two days of New Student Orientation, August 24 & 25, 2011. It is our intention to introduce you to the College, familiarize you with the academic program and many student services but still provide you enough time with your son or daughter so you will feel you are leaving your child in good hands at the conclusion of the program. It is our hope that many of you will be able to attend the program. If you can plan to travel to Portland in August, it will be well worth it.

We have received excellent reviews from parents over the last several years. ”The Parent Program has been a well designed transition from being with our kid alot early on to a gentle weaning at the end. I feel good about leaving my PRECIOUS daughter with Lewis & Clark. I’m ready; she’s ready. Thank you for giving us both confidence in this milestone moment of our lives.”

“We got a sense that Lewis & Clark has the resources to help our student realize his educational goals—and not only has them, but is very active about making them available and accessible to students. Though it was difficult to leave him when we finally had to go, we felt much better about it for having spent the time on campus these few days.”

Program Details

• For those of you who attended the program, we would love to hear from you with regard to your experience.  Please take a few moments and complete our Survey.

• REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!   Please register your attendance online before the August 1st deadline.  We would be pleased to welcome you to campus and anticipate your full participation in the program.

• 2011 Parents Preview Schedule   The final schedule of our program is now complete.  You will receive a hard copy of the schedule when you arrive on campus on Wednesday, August 24, 2011.
• 2011-2012 Academic Calendar   The academic calendar should assist you in making travel plans for your student to and from the campus.  Please note residence halls opening and closing dates and times.
• GPS: Guide to Pioneer Success for First-Year Students   This publication was sent to your son or daughter in mid-May and outlines the advising and summer registration process.  It also includes a Summer Mailing Schedule and an important list of resources.  Feel free to download it for your information.  GPS for Transfer Students.
• Parent Guide  The Parent Guide, now in publication phase will be distributed to parents and family members who attend Parents Preview in August.  If you aren’t able to attend the program, we’d be happy to send you a copy.  Just provide your name and mailing address in an email to living@lclark.edu or by calling 503-768-7123. A more robust, electronic version will also be online in September 2011 at:  University Parent Media www.universityparent.com.  More details to follow.

PARENT CLASS - Your Student and You: Turning Change into Growth During the First Six Months of College

This course is designed to acquaint parents of new students to the transitions and developmental opportunities that their students will face their first semester at Lewis & Clark College. In addition, the course also serves to provide information and knowledge to parents to aid them in their own transition as their relationship with their student moves to a new state. Due to the unique opportunity the course has to aid families of first year students, we are making it available to any parent of a first year student that wishes to enroll.

The course is taught completely online and is free for parents to take.  Once every other week parents can participate in a live class where lectures will be given and parents can pose questions and discuss material from anywhere using a computer and an internet connection. During the 6-7:30pm class times, parents will log on and view the lectures while also listening to the College’s online radio station, KLC. Parents can call, email, or post their questions in real time. The materials will also be available as downloads so parents who cannot view the course during the scheduled class time may view and listen whenever they choose.

For additional details and sign-up information please visit Student Transitions and Experiences!