K-State Parents and Family Program

"I'm a parent of a new Wildcat. What's New Student Orientation going to look like for me?"

Wow! We are so excited to meet you and your student this summer! Welcome to the K-State Family! 🥹

At New Student Orientation, family members have dedicated sessions all about how to support your Wildcat. You'll hear from the parents of current K-State students, discover the resources available to your 'Cat on campus, and learn about ways you can stay connected to the Parents and Family Program.

It may be summer, but campus will be busy this month! Here are a few key dates to be aware of:

June 1: First day of 8-week and the 1st 4-week class session
June 8: The first session of New Student Orientation! Additional dates are held throughout the summer for incoming 'Cats
June 19: Campus closed for Juneteenth National Independence Day
June 26: Last day of the first 4-week class session
June 29: First day of the second 4-week class session

Parents of new Wildcats, you'll want to mark your calendars for this!

The K-State Cares Insight Series is a set of 3 free webinars so you can discover the campus resources that will help your student succeed inside and outside the classroom.

💜 Financial Support and Well-being: July 22
💜 Student Involvement and Support: July 29
💜 Academic Engagement: August 6

Online registration will be available this summer at k-state.edu/parents

Your 'Cat has been home for a couple weeks now, and maybe they seem...off.

During summer, it's easy for routines to be disrupted and it's normal for that to take some time to get used to.

But your student has access to high quality care and support, from anywhere in the U.S.

All enrolled students can download TimelyCare or go to timelycare.com to get FREE, on-demand self-care tools, mental health support and so much more. Anytime, anywhere.

If your 'Cat is a pre-health student (or will be soon!) here are 9 questions they should ask their academic advisor 👉

1. What science courses are required or recommended for students on my pre-health track?
2. How do AP or dual credit courses apply to my degree requirements?
3. How do professional school prerequisites fit into my major’s curriculum?
4. When should I plan to take math courses like calculus or statistics?
5. Is this major a good fit for me as a pre-health student, and will it help me stay competitive for professional programs?
6. Can you help me understand what I can do with this major if I decide not to pursue a professional health program?
7. What campus resources are available if I feel nervous or need extra support in challenging courses like chemistry, biology, or physics?
8. When is the best time for me to start meeting with a pre-health advisor?
9. Are there opportunities or resources you recommend for gaining experience, like shadowing or volunteering?

Your student is in the driver's seat of their academic journey, and advisors help them navigate the course. From enrolling in courses and setting goals, to discussing study abroad or internships, to problem-solving challenges, and everything in between, academic advisors are an important part of your 'Cats' success team.

And if your student is starting at K-State in the fall, they'll be meeting with an advisor before orientation this summer. These appointments are virtual and last about one hour.

Help your student make the most of that time by checking out how to prepare in advance 🔗 https://bit.ly/49buQz7

K-State Bound x Kansas State University

Today we're sending special congratulations to all K-State Online students graduating this week! We join you in celebrating your accomplishments and excited for your next adventures.

🔗 See the more than 500 K-State Online students graduating this semester (and leave a congratulatory message!): https://bit.ly/437zOt8

If you haven't registered for New Student Orientation yet, make sure you sign up by May 20 to be entered to win a giveaway!

GIVEAWAY! Register for New Student Orientation before May 20th to be automatically entered into this giveaway.

🔗 to register: kstatebound.com/4b1aF7f

x Kansas State University x K-State Academic Success and Student Affairs

The Manhattan campus commencement ceremonies are this weekend! If you will be in town to celebrate your 'Cat, we've got helpful tips so you can plan ahead.

🔗 Check 'em out: https://bit.ly/438m4yg