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About This Guide
Table of Welcome to the University of South Florida .......................... 6 The Office of Parent & Family Engagement ........................ 8 Partnering with USF: Letting Your Student GROW ......... 10 New Student Connections ................................................ 12 Academic Success on the Tampa Campus ........................ 14 Exploring Campus Life .................................................... 17 Top Tips for Maintaining Wellness .................................... 18 Money Matters ................................................................. 20 Community Expectations .................................................. 22 Campus Safety ................................................................. 24 Parent and Family Notification ........................................ 26 Student Notification and Emergency Communication ...... 27 Family Member Checklist ................................................. 28 Additional Services to Identify as a Family ....................... 29 Key Tampa Campus Contacts ........................................... 30
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We are thrilled your student has selected the University of South Florida for their college experience! Your family will find that USF is a special place filled with faculty and staff ready to help, coach, and support your student. We have designed this handbook to assist you in your transition by providing information, resources, and expectations surrounding the new student and family experience. You’ll find information that will deepen your understanding of the university community and assist you in supporting your student’s college experience.
Welcome to our Bull Family!
Research shows that family involvement is critical to student success. We view you as a valued partner here at USF. We find that students benefit when they have family supporters who encourage them to take responsibility for their actions and experience. To help guide some important conversations you’ll likely want to have with your student throughout the year, check out the “Family Conversation Starters” located throughout this handbook.
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Because of the geographic distribution of our campuses, USF supports our students’ family members from three offices. The Office of Parent & Family Engagement is located on the Tampa campus and provides programs and services to students enrolled at that location. usf.edu/families
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For comparable programs and services at St. Petersburg, please visit the COMPASS Student Experience: family-resources.aspxcampus-life/new-student-and-sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/StudentpleaseservicesForedu/student-life/compassstpetersburg.usf.comparableprogramsandatSarasota-Manatee,visittheDepartmentofSupport:
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The Office of Parent & Family Engagement provides families on the Tampa campus support throughout your student’s time at USF. We are here to assist, guide, and walk alongside you during your journey as a USF family member. We are only an email or phone call away! Our team looks forward to the moments we will share throughout your student’s time at USF.
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The Office of Parent & Family Engagement in Engagement
Your Resource Throughout Your Time
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assists family members on the Tampa campus in supporting their student’s college experience by providing education about campus resources, support during the transition, and connection to the campus community. We provide families with the following opportunities to engage: Build Community • “Like” USF Parent & Family Engagement on Facebook to stay informed on campus information, student and family events, and resources: facebook.com/USFparents. 8 collegiateparent.com/school/university-of-south-florida
Throughout points in your student’s USF journey, we look forward to hosting you on campus at various events and programs for the whole family. Learn more at usf.edu/families
Stay Informed and Educated
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• Family & Friends Weekend: Enjoy USF Homecoming, connect with your student and other Bull families, and make memories to last a lifetime. Check out more details at usf.edu/families.
Connect with USF & Other Families
• Subscribe to the Parent & Family BULLetin, an e-newsletter and portal full of great information specifically for family members. Sign up at usf.campusesp.com/signup
Some of these include becoming independent, learning how to solve problems and take action when faced with a challenge, taking advantage of opportunities that will aid them in the future, being healthy, happy, and succeeding in their academic pursuits.
Whenindependent Bulls.yourstudent tells you about a challenge or problem, we recommend following the steps on the next page to empower your students’ problemsolving and confidence in taking action independently.
Check out more Letting GROW tips throughout the year by subscribing to the Parent & Family BULLetin usf.campusesp.com/signup
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As your student enters college, they are also likely beginning their journey into adulthood. You will quickly learn that as you begin to “pass the baton” of adulthood responsibilities to your student, USF will work with them as adults from the onset of their collegiate career. At some point during your student’s USF experience, they will encounter a challenge — one they may turn to you to solve for them. As we partner with families, we believe together we can help your student to GROW into confident, self-advocating,
USF shares many of the same goals you have for your student to prepare them for life after college.
Remember, it’s not about you letting go…it’s about letting your student GROW!
Partnering with USF: Letting Your Student GROW
The transition to college is an ongoing adjustment — for you and your student.
As most college students quickly transition into successful and happy Bulls, we know much of this journey can feel like “letting go” for their families — a feeling that can bring emotions of pride, excitement, anxiety, and even frustration. We are here to assure you these emotions are normal and are a part of acclimating to a new version of your role as a family member to a college student.
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• What could get better by exploring your options? What could happen if you don’t explore these options?
• How high are the stakes for you?
• How can I be supportive to you as you work through this?
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Gone through this process and still need assistance? Parent & Family Engagement is here to help guide you and your student. We are just an email (family@usf.edu) or phone (813-974-2896) call away!
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*Adapted from Sir John Whitmore’s GROW Model (1992) and Gonzaga University Parent & Family Relations’ Pause Reflect Guide (2019).
• If I fix this for my student, does it help them reach the long-term goals of developing independence and problem-solving skills?
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eflect with your student. College is a time when roles and dynamics shift between students and their families. Your support and care remains important to how they’ll develop into adulthood. Show your student that you believe in them by asking them questions so they are heard, while affirming their strengths and ability to make positive personal change.
ays forward. After walking alongside this situation with your student, empower them to take action and problem-solve on their own. You have prepared them for this moment! Allow them time to solve this problem on their own. Circle back to them in a few days and ask them about the steps they have taken and what they learned throughout the process. As you navigate these situations over time with your student, you will both gain confidence in their ability to work through the peaks and valleys of their college experience.
• What immediate options do you need to explore? What about long-term options?
• If my student works through this, how could they learn and grow?
ather your own emotions and thoughts before immediately beginning to fix things for your student. Obstacles and challenges present an opportunity for your young adult to build confidence, independence, and problem solve! Take a breath and ask yourself these questions:
Has your Bull contacted you about an obstacle or challenge they’ve encountered? We recommend you follow these steps to coach & guide your student. Remember, it’s not about you letting go…it’s letting them GROW! GROW A Conversation Guide to Support Your Student
• Is this something my student is unable to solve on their own?
• What steps have you taken to navigate this situation so far?
• How would you like things to be different?
• What situations are you currently facing?
• What offices or resources could assist you in navigating this situation?
• What do you want to do next?
• I believe in you. You are capable of getting through this!
• What obstacles are in the way?
ffer opportunities and options for your student to explore. There are countless resources and people at USF who can support your Bull through a situation. Need help knowing what options are available? Parent & Family Engagement is here to help.
Together, we can help your student GROW into confident, self-advocating, independent Bulls. GROW
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New Student Connections
New Student Connections helps your student start their USF experience on the right path. From Week of Welcome to PALS, each student will begin to find their space on campus! For some students, the adjustment to college may not be as exciting. They may struggle to find a connection with new friends or need assistance navigating their transition. New Student Connections (NSC) and their Peer Advisor Leaders (PALs) can help! PALs outreach to students and provide one-on-one coaching. 813-974-2896 MSC
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Summer, Fall, & Spring
Summer, Fall, & Spring
Get advice from a USF student who can help you create strategies for managing challenges (i.e. study skills).
Campus-wide celebration featuring 100+ activities to help you meet new people, explore opportunities, and discover campus resources. usf.edu/wow
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Summer, Fall, & Spring
Follow @usf_nsc on Instagram and Facebook and stay up to date on important dates, deadlines, and need-to-knows in your email inbox each week.
Summer, Fall, & Spring
Ways for Your Bull to Connect with New Student Connections!
Tune in throughout the semester for #HowToCollege virtual chats hosted by the PALs! Students can get questions answered from campus experts about a variety of topics, make connections, and learn key resources.
Tutoring Hub
The Writing Studio is a place for writers of all skill levels to take chances, ask questions, and develop their abilities. The studio’s writing consultants are qualified to assist all levels of writing from a first-year undergraduate to a doctoral level student. Appointments are highly encouraged and can be scheduled by phone or in person.
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SMART Lab
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Academic Success on the Tampa Campus
The Academic Success Center offers USF students tutoring assistance in a wide variety of subjects. Help is available on a drop-in basis or via appointments in a collaborative peer-to-peer group setting. A list of tutored courses can be found at usf.edu/asc.
USF offers resources to support your student as they navigate college courses and progress academically. Encourage your student to take advantage of the Academic Success Center located on the second floor of the library. Find more information about services offered in the center by visiting usf.edu/asc.
The SMART Lab is an innovative learning environment dedicated to supporting students in introductory math courses through tutoring assistance and technology. In the 324-computer lab, students enrolled in SMART Lab courses use software to complete assignments at their own pace, receive instant feedback as they learn mathematics by doing, and get on-demand assistance from instructors, tutors, or teaching assistants.
• Students can secure a time to meet with a tutor or writing consultant by making an appointment early. These can be scheduled in person or over the phone.
• “What is your approach to overcoming academic challenges?” Having this conversation early on will normalize that there will be some sort of adjustment to their academic life at USF. Talking about this earlier than later can empower your student to create a proactive plan for success.
• “What are you doing to manage your time and study for classes?”
“What do you hope to learn?”
• Drop-in tutoring is on a first-come first-served basis. Best times to stop in to work with a tutor are at opening and closing times.
Offer your own strategies for how you manage time and encourage them to track how they spend all of their time, from homework to social outings, and rest.
• Improve study habits by scheduling Study Skills Mentoring sessions. To find out more about Study Skills Mentoring visit our website: undergrad/academic-success-center/tutoring/study-skills-mentors.aspxusf.edu/
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Academic Success on the Tampa Campus
We encourage beginning these conversations focused on learning rather than on grade performance to help reduce any pressure your student may feel to define their worth or motivation by a grade.
Family Conversation Starters:
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• Are they In an introductory math course? Your student will get the most out of the SMART Lab by attending a SMART Lab orientation during the first week of classes.
Tips for Students Using Academic Success Services:
Explore student organizations. With 600+ student organizations, there is an organization for nearly every interest. Your student can visit bullsconnect.usf.edu and log in to explore.
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Learn about employment and internship opportunities. Visit Career Services, usf.edu/career-services , which offers career assessments, career counseling, job search coaching, resume critiques, practice interviews, career fairs, internships, and part-time and full-time professional employment opportunities.
Attend Events
Exploring Campus Life
Take part in USF traditions on campus. There are many celebrated USF traditions, including Week of Welcome (WOW usf.edu/wow), Homecoming (usf.edu/homecoming), and more!
Remind them to explore BullsConnect, USF’s student engagement app, that is packed with events, programs, and activities for all campuses. Download the app or visit bullsconnect.usf.edu.
Students who are involved outside of the classroom develop valuable skills and learn how to maintain a great balance between their social and academic life. If your student tells you “There’s nothing to do on campus!” remind them about some of these events and resources:
Cheer on the Bulls. Attending athletic events is a great way to generate school spirit and have a great time with friends and classmates. The schedule for all Bulls® teams can be found at gousfbulls.com.
Get Involved
Stay Informed Encourage your student to join the “USF Class of 2026” Facebook group facebook.com/groups/USF2026 as another way to connect with other students and the university.
Experience USF’s amazing arts. An abundance of talent on campus means there is a full schedule of concerts, recitals, and exhibits for your student to attend. Visit usf.edu/arts for a listing of events.
Encourage Your Bull to Live Well to Be Well
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Top Tips for Maintaining Wellness
Did you know eight out of the top ten reasons why students struggle in their first year of college are health and wellness related?
Concerns like stress, sleep problems, depression, anxiety, and alcohol abuse can create barriers to academic success and overall well-being. Our Wellness USF team focuses on helping students transition to college life. There truly is something for everyone, addressing all aspects of health and well-being so your students can Be Well and Excel!
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• Student Health Services — wellness check-ups, immunizations, urgent care, STI testing, Feed-a-Bull food pantry, nutrition counseling, and on-campus Bulls Country Pharmacy.
• Student Outreach and Support — provides help navigating university systems, community referrals, and removing barriers to student success.
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• Remind your student they do not have to struggle. It’s about being able to ask questions, determine what they need, and take action.
“How well are you?”
Tampa Campus Wellness Services
This guided process helps students assess their overall wellbeing and provides links to resources if well-are-you.aspxwellness/about-us/how-usf.edu/student-affairs/needed.
• Center for Student Well-Being — health and wellness resources and education related to stress management, sleep, alcohol, and drugs.
“How do you think you will/are you coping with stress?”
To learn more about wellness services on the Tampa campus, go to usf.edu/wellness. Stay up-to-date by following our Wellness USF social media sites and our Be Well blog.
• “When will I know you feel overwhelmed?”
• Recreation & Wellness — a great way to stay active, meet people, and explore new activities.
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“What are your plans to manage your health and wellness?”
• Counseling Center — free drop-in and online counseling, support and meditation groups, calming apps, and more.
“When things get challenging, who will you talk to?”
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Tuition and fees must be paid by the fifth day of the semester in the student’s OASIS account. Your student can review their
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total amount due in OASIS once they have registered for classes. If students are receiving a financial aid deferment or have an active FL Prepaid Plan they will get an extended bill due date. student-services/deadline-dates.aspxusf.edu/business-finance/controller/ Financial Education The Bull2Bull Financial Education Program (B2B) is a peer-to-peer financial education program. It is designed to enhance the financial wellness of undergraduate students. Learn more at usf.edu/financial-education. Financial Aid Access for Third Party (Including Parent and Family Members) In order to discuss your student’s financial aid awards with the university, your student must contact the Office of Financial Aid and request the Privacy Release for Dependent Students form to be posted to OASIS. The form must be completed online. Please note your student must update this form on an annual basis. For more questions, visit usf.edu/financial-aid/questions. $ MONEY$$$$ collegiateparent.com/school/university-of-south-florida20
Review Tuition and Fee Deadlines
school choice for Florida Bright Futures. Your student should review usf.edu/financial-aid/brightfutures for more details. Florida Pre-Paid A short tutorial to learn how Florida Pre-paid works at USF along with related information can be found at florida-prepaid.aspxstudent-services/student-accounting/usf.edu/business-finance/controller/ . Student Loans Students will need to complete Entrance Counseling and sign a Master Promissory Note at studentaid.gov if they will be borrowing federal loans. Please note: international students do not need to complete this step.
We know money matters for families. Whether you are helping your student pay for college or assisting them in navigating what can feel complex about financial aid and paying for college, USF has several resources to help your student navigate their needs throughout the process. USF directly interfaces with students regarding their financial aid and educational records, so we encourage family members to help their students identify their questions or needs so they are equipped with the most accurate information.
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step instructions and tutorial videos for each aspect of the financial aid process by visiting usf.edu/financial-aid and reviewing the “How To Videos.” Florida
Family Conversation Starters:
• “How do you plan to stretch your money throughout the entire semester/year?”
• “How much spending money do you need?”
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• “Who is financially responsible and accountable for college?” Every student and family’s decisions look different, so establishing the expectation from the onset of your student’s collegiate experience is beneficial to drive decision-making and budgeting.
• “Do you plan to work? Do you need to work right away or are you able to wait until you’ve adjusted?”
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Academic Integrity
Code of Conduct
The Student Code of Conduct is a document that describes prohibited behavior that is counteractive to the goals and mission of USF and how the university will hold Students and Student Organizations accountable. Students are responsible for knowing the information, policies, and procedures outlined in the Student Code of Conduct. Students and Student Organizations are responsible for their guest’s compliance as well.
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Community Expectations
Academic integrity is the foundation of the University of South Florida’s commitment to the academic honesty and personal integrity of the university community. Academic integrity is grounded in certain fundamental values, which include honesty, respect and fairness.
USF prohibits any form of hazing of its students, including hazing by students or other persons associated with any student organization or group, at any time and at any location. Hazing can be extremely detrimental to a community. It is important to know the policies and laws regarding hazing, the resources available to create organizations and teams that have strong community without hazing, and how to report actions that could violate these policies and cause harm to our community.
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USF is a learning community designed to foster excellence with equity, diversity with inclusion, freedom with responsibility, dialogue with respect, and transparency with accountability as outlined by our university Principles of Community. usf.edu/ president/principles-of-community/index.aspx
As members of this community, all students are entitled to certain rights and responsibilities. In order to protect these rights and privileges, there are guidelines for conduct that are intended to facilitate the desired environment and educational goals of the university and its students. It is important each student becomes familiar with the rights and responsibilities afforded to them at this university. The following provides an overview of important policies relating to our community expectations. We encourage you to talk with your student about these expectations. For more detailed information about the policies, visit policiesusf.edu/student-affairs/dean-of-students/ or regulationspolicies.usf.edu.
• “How will you decide whether to drink or do drugs?”
Discuss various scenarios regarding alcohol, drugs, and decision-making with your student so they can begin deciding what their approach to these situations could be. Scenarios could include their personal use and limits, a roommate or friend’s use, or situations where they may observe someone in danger.
Starting this conversation with your student is helpful in empowering them to align their behaviors with their beliefs, as well as communicating boundaries with others.
Family Conversation Starters:
• “What are your personal boundaries and values?”
Medical Amnesty Policy
Responsible Computing
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Alcohol and Drugs
As an open, public university, USF does not prohibit the legal consumption of alcohol on its campuses. However, behaviors and practices regarding the use of alcohol and drugs must comply with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. The intent of this policy is to establish guidelines and procedures for the legal and responsible use of alcohol.
Students are responsible for being aware of the policies regarding appropriate computer use on the USF network, including wireless connections and virtual private networks (VPN). Students should also be aware of the applicable local, state, and federal laws regarding responsible computer usage, including copyright laws. Copyright law protects the rights of creators of several different types of materials, including movies, music, television, and published works, including textbooks. Downloading materials through peer-to-peer (P2P) software or other means for the purpose of obtaining copyright-protected materials is prohibited.
USF encourages students to make responsible decisions in seeking medical attention in serious or life-threatening situations that result from alcohol and/ or other drug use or misuse. Students can report alcohol-related emergencies without fear of disciplinary consequences.university-imposed
Campus Safety
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USF makes every effort to provide a safe and secure environment conducive to living, learning, and working on campus. We encourage conversations with your student regarding safety on campus as well as reviewing these emergency resources: emergenciesusf.edu/student-affairs/dean-of-students/ .
SAFE Team is an on-campus safety escort program supported and operated by Student Government on the Tampa campus. Students can call 813-974-SAFE to have an escort accompany them by foot or golf cart to their destination (from 6:30pm until 2:00am). Students may encounter a short wait until the phone dispatcher is available and may encounter wait times for their escort depending on the call volume.
USFPD is dedicated to providing a safe environment for and in partnership with the community. USF’s highly trained police officers are very sensitive to the needs of our students and strive to establish relationships based on trust and mutual problem solving. They also offer a number of educational programs, including self-defense, bicycle registration, crime alerts, and theft prevention to empower the USF community in personal safety, home, and property security plans. Learn more about the USFPD by visiting usf.edu/police.
Hurricanes
SAFE Team offers students safe rides home through UBER, which can be utilized while supplies last. For more information about SAFE Team and their offerings, visit sg/tampa-safeteamaffairs/student-government/tampa-usf.edu/student-
Emergency Management
Blue EmergencyLight
Off-Campus Safety
Telephones
The Blue Light Emergency Telephones located throughout campus connect callers directly to the USFPD and automatically indicate the location of the caller. A student can activate a phone at any one of the blue light locations on campus and report their emergency to the USFPD Communications Center.
The USF community includes the thousands of students living in apartment communities close to campus. The USF Off The Grid task force has compiled some tips and resources to improve personal safety in off-campus residences. safety.aspxstudents/emergencies/off-campus-usf.edu/student-affairs/dean-of-
Hurricane season is from June 1 through November 30. We highly encourage families and students to design a plan so that you are prepared should a storm impact the Tampa Bay area, State of Florida, or a community that your student calls home. Please visit usf.edu/em for the campus hurricane guide and other campus safety initiatives
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SAFE Team
The Department of Emergency Management (EM) coordinates activities to protect, prevent and mitigate against; respond to; and recover from disasters and emergencies affecting USF. Emergency Management provides a unified approach to all public safety and emergency resources, provides effective and timely communications between all safety units, and serves as USF’s single point of contact and management for emergency and crisis situations. Learn more at usf.edu/em
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Parent and Family Notification
from disclosing a student’s educational records to any third party, including a parent, without the written consent of the USFstudent.hasthe
discretion to disclose, to any parent or legal guardian of a dependent student (as provided in FERPA) under the age of 21, information about a violation of any federal, state, or local law, or any rule or policy of the institution governing the use or possession of alcohol or a controlled substance, if the institution has determined that the student has committed a disciplinary violation with respect to such use or possession.
As your student makes the transition to USF, you will notice that the communication between the school and the family may be different from what you may have expected. USF considers the student the primary contact for university communication and may restrict communication from the university to students only. As required by federal and state laws and out of respect for your adult student, the university will limit contact with the parent, guardian, or emergency contact unless the university determines that notification is necessary to protect or safeguard the health, safety, or the wellbeing of the student or others.
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Students are able to provide consent to waive their privacy by granting permission for third-party access. At USF, there are several different processes students can complete to provide third parties permission to discuss their education records and financial aid. Your student’s right to privacy is ultimately their decision and these processes must be initiated and completed by them. You and your student can learn more about these processes here: usf.edu/registrar/services/privacy.aspx .
Families and students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 and Florida Statute §1002.225 as they prohibit the university
• Ask your student what experiences they consider to be an emergency to them.
The USF Safe App is available as a free download. Smartphone users now have the ability to make emergency calls and other helpful functions to help improve their personal safety and security. USF Safe can trigger Mobile BlueLight to alert Police. An interactive map helps students and others navigate on campus and the toolkit contains a flashlight, alarm and more.
The most thorough, accurate, and up-todate information during an emergency will be posted on the USF homepage at usf.edu, which is available to students, families and the USF community.
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Family Conversation Starters:
During extended emergencies affecting the Tampa campus, recorded information and updates may be available by calling the Campus Safety Emergency Hotline at 1-800-992-4231.
The university considers the student the contact for university communication and does not have a notification system for family members. Please review the ways which information will be communicated to your student and have a conversation with your student regarding how you hope they will share that with your family. You can learn more about these resources at: usf.edu/emergencymanagement
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• “How often and how will we communicate? When will I know to be concerned about your safety?”
Student Notification and Emergency Communication
Active students, faculty, staff, and eligible campus tenants in the USF community can participate in AlertUSF, which allows participants to receive emergency notifications through text messages. At this time, this tool is not available to family members.
The Office of Parent & Family Engagement does not send emergency notification emails to family members. When available and appropriate, we will share community bulletins and alerts through the Parent & Family BULLetin. Make sure to join our contact list at usf.campusesp.com/signup
• Share your expectations for when and how your student would communicate to you about an emergency on campus that impacts them. Share that your expectation comes from a place of love and concern for their safety.
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Support your student in identifying healthy snacks and a wellness routine.
Set your student up for success to manage their new living environment (i.e. laundry, ways to clean, purchasing essentials, etc.).
Identify the support network you’ll have as you adjust to your new role in your student’s life.
Utilize this checklist as a helpful resource as you navigate this transition alongside your student!
Give yourself permission to grieve, celebrate, or both (sometimes, at the same time!).
Make note of key events and deadlines but allow your student to take responsibility for these areas.
Review tuition and fees. Make note of payment, deferment, and disbursement dates.
Identify plans for school breaks, family vacations, and your student’s desired travel plans.
Family Member Checklist
Encourage your student to stay on campus to create a sense of belonging (even if it is tough for you!). Plan a time to visit campus to experience your student’s life as a Bull.
Create a monthly budget with your student and locate the banking options on campus.
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Establish expectations for which method(s) and how often you will communicate with your student.
Send text messages, emails, and mail with words of encouragement. Note that during midterms and finals or times of stress, communication may look different from your student.
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As your student transitions to college, they are also learning to navigate life outside of the classroom. Many students struggle to manage the routine or unexpected life events during the semester, but with some preparation and identification of resources, you can set them up for success. Take time with your student to research and identify businesses or individuals to support your family in these areas:
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Meal plans and dining experience USF Dining usf.edu/dining
Topic Department Website
Bill payment Cashier’s Office finance/controllerusf.edu/business-
Studying abroad Education Abroad education-abroadusf.edu/world/
Student union Marshall Student Center usf.edu/msc
Student employment, internship, and career opportunities Career Services usf.edu/career
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New student events, programs, and transition New ConnectionsStudent usf.edu/newstudent
Academic Success Center usf.edu/asc
Mental health, emotional adjustment to college Counseling Center usf.edu/counseling
Housing processes, on- campus mail, and living experience Housing & Residential Education usf.edu/housing
Academic, financial, progression barriers Office of AdvocacyAcademic usf.edu/oaa
Tutoring and learning assistance
Physical wellness and fitness opportunities Recreation & Wellness usf.edu/recwell
Financial aid packages, scholarships Financial Aid usf.edu/financialaid
Student grievances, intervention, and emergency response Dean of Students deanofstudentsusf.edu/
Prescriptions and over the counter medications Bulls PharmacyCountry aspxservices/pharmacy.health-services/affairs/student-usf.edu/student-
Athletic tickets and schedules Athletics gousfbulls.com
Topic Department Website Academic policies, curriculum, undergraduate programs StudiesUndergraduate usf.edu/undergrad Veteran, active duty, service members, and military dependent support Veteran Success usf.edu/veterans Parent or family support or assistance Parent & EngagementFamily usf.edu/families Parking information, passes, regulations, and appeals Parking ServicesTransportation& usf.edu/parking Student accessibility and disability support Student Accessibility Services usf.edu/sas Student health concerns Student Health Services usf.edu/shs Concern for student well-being Student Outreach and Support usf.edu/sos Campus safety and security University Police usf.edu/police 31University of South Florida
