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August 2022 Parent and Family Newsletter

WELCOME

Hello Arrupe Parents and Families!

Welcome to the 2022-2023 new school year and to our first installment of the Parent and Family Newsletter! We are enthusiastically anticipating the start of Fall Semester on Monday, August 29, 2022. Whether you are the family of a new or continuing student, we hope this newsletter serves to keep you informed and connected with Arrupe College and your students' college experience. The newsletter will be sent twice a semester with highlights from the term and special reminders. In this edition of the newsletter, you will be introduced to the new staff at Arrupe College of Loyola University, helpful articles on the academic transition to the upcoming semester, and important reminders and upcoming events. We are looking forward to another momentous year of learning, growing and fun!

Class of 2024 students pictured at Arrupe College of Loyola University New Student Orientation at LUREC

Finally... we want to hear from you! What would help you be a better partner for your student's personal and academic success at Arrupe? If you have a suggestion or comment, please feel free to email jmolina2@luc.edu

Sincerely,

Jackie Molina Retention and Learning Coordinator

ARRUPE SPOTLIGHT

Preparing students for college – A guide

We understand that transitions can be tough. One of the most important things to prepare for this transition and for your student’s success is to identify key support and resources both at Arrupe College and the greater Loyola community. To help with a smoother transition, we have created the Arrupe Student Guide. We put together a list of our most often used resources from academic to spiritual support and more. You can count on the staff, faculty, and students in this guide to help guide your students through this academic year. GUIDE

Meet the new staff

This academic year we welcome two new staff members who will be supporting Arrupe students. Join us in welcoming Mariaton Tate and Brandon Sparksman.

Mariaton Tate, MSW

Hello Arrupe Families! I am excited to welcome you to a new school year at

Brandon Sparksman, M.Ed.

I am a first-generation college student coming from the South Side Auburn

Arrupe. My name is Mariaton Tate, and I am the Coordinator of Outreach and Support. In this role, I assist students by connecting them with resources and helping them to navigate those resources, such as medical insurance. I also oversee our on-campus living program and the Arrupe Market. Prior to working at Arrupe, I worked in career services at Illinois State University and most of my professional experience has been working in education with high school and college students. As a fun fact, one of my favorite foods is seafood. I look forward to getting to know your students! It’s going to be a great year! Contact information: mtate@luc.edu or (312) 915-7960

Gresham neighborhood. Growing up I was big into sports and played basketball every single day. I am also a Hip Hop Enthusiast who you can find humming songs throughout the hallways at Arrupe. I graduated from the University of Illinois with a B.S in Sports Management and recently received my M.Ed. in Urban Higher Education from UIC. Fun fact - I collect sneakers! I am so excited to be working here at Arrupe College as the Assistant Director of Admissions. Contact Information: bsparkman@luc.edu or (312)915-8913.

ACADEMIC CORNER

For Parents and Families

The differences between High School and College Life

We know that this transition process can be tough for both students and families. While this is a wonderful opportunity for students to reinforce their independence and encourage self-advocacy, there will be many moments of trial and error. Take confidence that you have taught your student well and trust they will make the right choices for them. Below are some of the main differences between high school and college life that we encourage students and families to review:

• Independence and Privacy. In high school, parents have rights with respect to their children’s educational records. However, under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), when a student reaches 18 years old or when a student becomes a college student (Hello Loyola!), these rights transfer to the student. This means that Loyola personnel cannot disclose any student information or academic progress without the student’s permission.

Recommendation: Review with your student what you would like your student to share with you. If your student would like to provide the College permission to share educational information about themselves to a parent, family member, or guest, you can learn more about this process through this helpful video

• Time-Management and schedule. Your student was provided with a standard routine during high school. They were in six to eight different classes for about seven hours a day, and most of their mornings and afternoons were consumed with class

time. However, at Arrupe your student will take four to five classes each semester (two classes in the summer for eight weeks). Students will spend approximately three hours a day in classes. The rest of the day is up to the student to manage and take ownership of their own time.

Recommendation: Begin to have conversations with your student about this change and discuss a plan to make the most of your student’s time. Embedding intentional, scheduled time into your student’s routine will ensure your student is making positive steps towards a successful academic semester.

• Self-Advocacy. Generally, in high school, your student was often supervised by their teachers in case of a missing assignment or absences. However, in college and at Arrupe, we acknowledge the student's responsibility as a young person to selfregulate and self-advocate. For example, professors may not check with a student for missing assignments. While this is a huge adjustment, Arrupe is filled with resources from academic to socioemotional supports.

Recommendations: Encourage your student to familiarize themselves with the resources Arrupe has to offer like the Writing and Math Fellows and when to seek them. Speak with your child about the responsibilities that come with being a young college adult and how to communicate their needs.

During your student’s college experience, your student will face many new challenges. They may find themselves struggling in a class they expected to excel in or may find it more challenging to make friends. In these times, remind them of their capabilities and encourage them to re-focus their energy on making progress, not perfection.

For students

Five Things Every Student Should do their First Week at Arrupe

With the semester a short week away, we want students to start thinking about their academic goals for this term and ways to achieve them. The next 16 weeks of the academic term will fly by, so the more prepared your student can be, the better. In this blog, the Retention and Learning Coordinator offers recommendations for students to start their first month of college on the right track. READ MORE

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Academic Dates

In the beginning weeks of the academic year, there are crucial dates and deadlines to keep in mind. Below is a brief list. For the full academic calendar go to Fall 2022 - 2024

Academic Calendars: Academics: Loyola University Chicago (luc.edu)

Monday, August 29 – Fall Semester Begins

Monday, September 5 – Labor Day, no classes

Tuesday, September 6 – Late and change registration ends

Sunday, September 11 – Last day to withdraw from class(es) with a Bursar credit of

100%

Monday, October 10 – Mid-Semester Break, no classes

Tuesday, October 11 – Mid-Semester Break, no classes

Attend Loyola’s Family Weekend!

Loyola University Chicago’s Family Weekend is September 23-25. Family Weekend connects families with other members of the Loyola community to celebrate all that the university has to offer. Register here before discounted rates expire on September 8.

Learn about our campus event options, such as enjoying Chicago cuisine, a Second City Comedy show, family rock climbing, and Java with the Jesuits by visiting our website! Online registration ends September 22.