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Parent & Family Programs Office
ADVICE FOR YOUR STUDENT:
Staying safe on campus
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• Always lock your residence hall room door, especially when sleeping or when out.
• Keep a level head. Alcohol or other drugs compromise your safety.
• Be aware of your surroundings. Don’t wear ear buds or headphones when walking, running, or studying alone.
• Don’t walk alone, especially after dark. Call SafeWalks at 217333-1216 or Saferides at 217-384-8188.
• Keep eyes and ears out for email/phone scams.
PFPO website: go.illinois.edu/PFPO
Parent & Family Programs Office
PARENT TIPS: Helping your student through midterms
• Be understanding when your student is not in touch.
• Encourage healthy eating.
• Send positive items: encouraging text messages and phonecalls; cheerful e-cards, mail, and care packages.
• Don’t intensify stress by pressuring your student to earn straight A’s.
PFPO on Facebook: /IlliniPFPO
