Family Connection - October 2007

Division of Student Affairs
Welcome to the first edition of the Parent Association Family Connection! The goal of the Parent Association Family Connection is to assist you in supporting your child. We recognize the important role that you play in the lives of your sons and daughters and view parents as partners in education. Read more >

Residence Life
The Office of Residence Life provides a wealth of relevant information your son/daughter needs to help ease their transition to on-campus living. The Office of Residence Life is available to field any additional questions you may have. Read more >

Student Wellness
College is an exciting time for students and parents and is also a time to make challenging adjustments to living apart. The following are tips for making the transition a smooth one when your child leaves for St. John’s.
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Leadership Development
Greek Life at St. John’s is built upon the premise that Greek organizations enhance the educational mission of the University and enhance the quality of life for students by providing a range of opportunities for meaningful individual involvement and growth. Fraternities & Sororities have been an integral part of the St. John's University community since 1956. Read more >

University Freshman Center
The goal of the University Freshman Center is to mentor and guide first-year students through their transition from high school to college. Our mission is to welcome each and every student into the St. John’s University community and assist with students’ overall transition, acclimation and integration into the University setting. Read more >

Tips for Parents
Bearing in mind there will always be homesickness and separation issues when a child leaves home for the first time and takes their first steps toward independent living we offer the following suggestions for making it a much smoother transition. Read more >