Information Sessions for Parents

10:40am – 12:10pm Campus Information Sessions, see below for locations
Each 40-minute session is offered twice so you can pick the two sessions according to the information that interests you most. See below for descriptions of each session. Remember to pick two of the three options. Don’t worry if you miss something - the Parent and Family Handbook includes written information for every office offering a session.

10:40am – 11:20pm: 1st Round of Campus Information Sessions

Information Session Descriptions:

Study Abroad
Davis Auditorium, Sturm Hall
The University of Denver is committed to educating students for the global society in which they will live, work and learn.  Options include a variety of sponsored study abroad programs including the new Cherrington Global Scholars program.  Because DU believes so passionately in the value of a study abroad experience, we’ve made it affordable for our students.  Opt for one of our sponsored programs and your student will study abroad at the same cost as a quarter on the DU campus.  We even pick up travel expenses to and from the study site.  Many liberal arts colleges and universities offer study abroad programs, but only a few ensure affordability the way DU does.

Health & Counseling
Lindsey Auditorium, Sturm Hall
What advice do you give to your student if they get sick and are far away from home? What if you student is struggling with personal issues or adjustment to college?  The Student Health and Counseling Center is an outpatient, on-campus facility that provides a wide range of medical and mental health services. Physicians, nurses, psychologists, physician assistants, and other professionals are on staff at the center.  The staff will present the services offered and answer your questions during this session.

Campus Safety
Driscoll Ballroom, 2nd Level of the Driscoll Student Center North
Safety is always a priority at the University of Denver.  Come hear from Campus Safety about the programs and policies that continue to ensure that DU remains a safe campus, including a 23 minute video on how to respond to an active shooter scenario.  Find out how your student can utilize these programs and services on campus and ask any questions you may have about campus safety.

11:30am - 12:10pm: 2nd Round of Campus information Sessions

Study Abroad
Davis Auditorium, Sturm Hall
Please see above description.

Health & Counseling
Lindsey Auditorium, Sturm Hall
Please see above description.

Campus Safety
Driscoll Ballroom, 2nd Level of the Driscoll Student Center North
Please see above description.

Student Life and Your Student’s First Year
The Student Life Division is a partner in student learning, and includes areas such as Academic Advising, Career Center, Campus Activities, Housing and Residential Education, Citizenship and Community Standards (judicial) and other programs that are designed to help you student have a successful experience at the University of Denver. The Associate Provosts of Student Life will share various perspectives on what to expect as a parent and how you can support your student through their first year of college, both academically and in their life on campus.

Jo Calhoun, Associate Provost of Student Life, Academic Resources
Patti Helton, Associate Provost of Student Life, Campus Life

Getting Involved – Campus Activities, Greek Life, Athletics & Recreation
Life at college involves not only a lot of classroom learning, but also a variety of activities outside the classroom that serve to enhance your student’s learning. Hear about the leadership activities, student clubs and organizations, athletics, recreation and intramural sports opportunities available to your student through these offices. There is never “nothing to do” at DU!

Megan Pendley, Assistant Director of Campus Activities – Greek Life
Carl Johnson, Director, Campus Activities
Brad Logar, Sports Program Manager
Angel Field, Athletics

Housing & Residential Education and Dining Services
You spent Monday moving your student into the residence halls – now what? Learn how Housing & Residential Education supports the education and development of students via programs and policies.

Christy Cerrone, Associate Director of Housing and Residential Education
Carrie Ponikvar, Assistant Director of Housing and Residential Education
Brad Williams, Assistant Director of Housing and Residential Education

Health and Counseling
What advice do you give to your student if they get sick and are far away from home? What if your student is struggling with personal issues or adjustment to college? The Student Health & Counseling Center is an outpatient, on-campus facility that provides a wide range of medical and mental health services. Physicians, nurses, psychologists, physician assistants, and other professionals staff the center. The staff will present the services offered and answer your questions during this session.

Dr. Sam Alexander, Executive Director of Health and Counseling
Dr. Terri Lucero, Clinical Director of Counseling and Behavioral Health
Jeremiah Mashore, Assistant Director for Operations
Katie Dunker, Health Promotion and Marketing Coordinator

Your Student and Study Abroad
The University of Denver is committed to educating students for the global society in which they will live, work and learn. Options include a variety of sponsored study abroad programs including the new Cherrington Global Scholars program. Because DU believes so passionately in the value of a study abroad experience, we've made it affordable for our students. Opt for one of our sponsored programs and you'll study abroad at the same cost as a quarter on the DU campus. We even pick up travel expenses to and from the study site. Many liberal arts colleges and universities offer study abroad programs, but only a few ensure affordability the way DU does.

Carol Fairweather, Director of Study Abroad