Agenda for Parents
Please refer to the side-by-side agenda provided at check-in for specific times and locations.
} Program Check-in
} Commuter Students at FGCU
After checking in, please proceed to the Cohen Center Gallery to enjoy complimentary beverages, preview Meal Membership information, and pre-order your lunch if you choose. While you wait in the Ballroom for the Program Welcome be sure to look over the agenda to learn about the events that will take place over the next two days.
} Campus Safety and Parking at FGCU
During the check-in process, you will receive a nametag and your orientation materials. Additionally, representatives from Wells Fargo Bank will be available on the first floor of the Cohen Center to inform your student of the partnership between the bank and Eagle ID.
} Program Welcome/Meet the
DAY 1
Eagle View Orientation Staff
During this time, we will review the organization of the EVO program and provide some important information for you to get the most out of the experience. This is also an opportunity for you and your student to get to know the Eagle View Orientation staff, who will be your official guides during the program.
} Getting Started
This session will help you better understand the orientation process by helping you learn more about the goals and content of our Parent and Guest Program.
} Money Matters
This session will provide an overview of the University Police Department and their efforts to keep students and their property secure on campus. In addition, UPD will provide basic parking information for commuter and resident students who will utilize vehicles on campus.
} Off to College Skit
This dynamic production (performed by the Orientation student staff) will focus on how students can successfully navigate through many of the common issues affecting new college students during their transition to college life, including personal safety, health and wellness, and diversity issues. This is a great opportunity to take some notes about things to discuss with your student before they head back to campus to begin classes.
} Candid Convos: Supporting Your Student’s Wellbeing
Representatives from the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships and the Cashier’s Office will cover important information such as deadlines, tuition and housing charges, billing methods, and payment options. In addition, grants, scholarships, loans, Florida Bright Futures, and Florida Prepaid will also be covered.
After learning about the common issues college students may face, you might be feeling overwhelmed and wondering how you can help. This session will provide you with a brief overview of how you can support your student during their transition, followed by a question-and-answer period.
} Campus Dining and FGCU Bookstore
} Housing Check-In
This two-part session will take you through the dining and meal membership options available on campus, and the benefits of utilizing the FGCU Bookstore for all your student’s course materials and FGCU merchandise.
} Live Where You Learn
The Office of Housing and Residence Life will provide information and recommendations to assist you in preparing your student to live on campus at FGCU. Housing staff will acquaint you with Residence Life policies and procedures, offer tips for move-in day, and provide recommendations to help your student make the most of their experience.
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Students choose to commute to FGCU rather than live on campus for many reasons, and it can be a challenge for them to feel connected to what’s happening at the University. If your student will not be living in a residence hall on campus, this session will provide you with information and ideas to help you provide the support he or she needs to have a great first year of college!
F G C U I PA R E N T & FA M I LY G U I D E
You can meet your student at their room in Palmetto Hall to check him/her into the residence hall.
} Family Dinner
Parents and guests have the opportunity to join their student for an all-you-care-to-eat-meal. The voucher you were given at check-in gives you complimentary access to the dining facility. Please check your student’s nametag for your assigned dinner group. Going to dinner at the correct time prevents having to wait in line as long. Dinner Group A: Please arrive by 6:15 p.m. Dinner Group B: Please arrive no earlier than 6:20 p.m.
