Student Life

MESSAGE FROM DR. BETH MCCUSKEY,

VICE PROVOST FOR STUDENT LIFE

DEAR PURDUE PARENTS AND FAMILIES,

On behalf of the Boilermaker community and my colleagues here on campus, I’m thrilled to welcome you and your student to the Purdue family! Congratulations on getting to this point and thank you all for your encouragement and support that led to your student achieving this significant step in their life. As a parent of a recent college graduate, I know how important your impact on your student has been and how much you want to continue to be a part of your Boilermaker’s network. Recognizing one’s impact and building a network are two of the values we are working to develop in every Purdue student through our Steps to Leaps program. In addition to these two pillars, Student Life is collaborating with campus partners to foster lifelong habits and promote a growth mindset in well-being, leadership and grit. As I reflect on my own experiences, I can see how these pillars have manifested in how I’ve overcome obstacles to achieve success. We in Student Life are excited to foster growth in your student in these areas so they can leave Purdue prepared for a lifetime of success.

Parent & Family Connections is one of the many departments of Student Life that work together to emphasize the lifelong benefits obtained by developing these pillars through educational experiences defined by environments, culture, people and programs. Your student’s success at Purdue is determined by more than just what happens in the classroom. Through programs such as Steps to Leaps, we are here to bring together all the pieces of Purdue that contribute to a fulfilling educational experience.

Just as Student Life works around the clock to create a supportive learning and social environment, Parent & Family Connections is here to provide you with the tools to support your student while they are on campus. This handbook provides a resource for you to help us ensure the best possible Purdue experience for not only your student, but your entire family. The role in creating a successful environment for your student also belongs to you. We hope you will use this handbook to define your role in your student’s progress towards achieving their educational goals.

THANK YOU FOR ALL THAT YOU DO, AND BOILER UP!

Beth McCuskey Vice Provost for Student Life