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Calvin-Parents - Tuesday, August 12, 2008 - Volume 5, No. 22
 

Calvin-Parents is an e-mail newsletter from the Parent & Family Relations office that keeps Calvin parents and families informed of campus news, programs, events and other helpful information.  

Families and Friends
In This Issue:

Orientation 101...who, what and when?

Whether you are a traditional, international, transfer or non-traditional student, the student development office's Orientation website is a must-see.  Your student will explore campus, meet new people, map their Calvin journey and attend a Streetfest session...soon!

Housing hints!  Move-in days, parking information, off-campus housing resources

Due to large construction projects underway on campus, there are many changes to the move-in process.  Please visit Move In Maps and Car Window Signs to find out what you need to do to have a smooth return to campus!  If your Calvin student is living off campus be sure to see the housing office's online information and resources for living off campus.

Student Records, privacy, parental access, etc.

Students may give permission for others to receive copies of the Tuition and/or Miscellaneous Charges statements regularly through Calvin's e-Statement Subscription service. Find out more about that on the Financial Services website . There is more information about Student Records and Privacy.

Public Transportation is the way to go!

Given the high cost of gas, students should consider riding the bus to campus!  Calvin students can get a Rapid Discount card to ride the bus at a discounted rate of $.50 each way. Students can pick up a card at either the Campus Safety office or the Service-Learning Center with their Student ID.  The housing office has a link to the bus routes so your student can plan his or her trip now!

Cars on campus: save $$ on vehicle registration

Be sure to review the Parking-Driving Regulations from Campus Safety if your son or daughter is taking a car to Calvin this year.  Included on this site is "Ten Ways to Avoid a Parking Ticket" and information about vehicle registration.  If you register your car before Sept. 8, you will save $5 off the $45 fee!

Meet Rosemary on the Road

International admissions counselor Rosemary Etter will be touring Asia this fall.  If you'd like to help spread the word of her travels, help with a college fair or find out more about her trip, visit Rosemary on the Road .

Check the Parent Calendar for important dates

Bookmark the Parent Calendar page to keep track of important dates throughout the year, including:

  • September 1-3: PASSPORT IV ( orientation for students and families who must travel long distances)
  • September 2: Tuition, room and board payment due
  • September 3-6: QUEST fall orientation for new & transfer students begins and residence halls open for them
  • September 5: residence halls and KE apartments open for returning students
  • September 8: fall semester classes begin at 8:00 a.m.; Opening Convocation at 9:50 a.m.

There are also links from the Parent Calendar to the Academic Calendar, the Concert Calendar, the Sport Calendar, etc.

Campus Events: You Are Invited!
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