Events
Upcoming Events
Parent Talk on Dec. 2 features advisement expert
December 02 2009 06:00 PM
Join us for the next Parent Talk on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, from 6 – 7 p.m. in the Dean of Students Conference Room, Student Services Building, second floor. Advisement Director Vanessa Harris will discuss the process of registering for a second semester of classes and how students can make the most of their advisement while at UNM. Learn about some new and exciting changes within university advisement designed to improve your student’s academic experience. For more information, visit http://parent.unm.edu/parent-talks/.
Parent Day at the Pit is Feb. 20
February 20 2010 12:00 AM
Save the Date! Join the Parent Association for the 2nd annual Parent Day at the Pit! Stay tuned to the web site for more information.
Past Events
Parent Talk on Financial Aid, Scholarships
November 04 2009 06:00 PM
Need help paying tuition and other college‐related expenses? Susan Chavez of UNM Financial Aid and Bill Bloom of the Scholarship Office will discuss how the financial aid process works. Prepare now so that you are ready to apply for the 2010 financial aid package; application period begins Jan.1.
Join us from 6 – 7 p.m. Dean of Students Conference Room, Student Services Building main campus, free. Parent networking begins at 5:30 p.m.
Parking is available in the Cornell Parking Structure for $1.75 per hour. Student Services is located just east of the Student Union Building at the rear of Mesa Vista Hall.
Family Weekend
October 23 2009 12:00 PM
Many Family Weekend events are FREE for UNM students & their families — however, registration is required to attend Family Weekend. Save time — register online!
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Parent Experience Program
July 24 2009
Parents of High School Students Invited to Live, Learn at UNM July 24 – 25
Parents of high school students have an opportunity to immerse themselves in a college experience through a new, free program offered at UNM. Parents or guardians of students entering 9th through 11th grade are invited to live and dine on campus and attend casual, informative sessions during the second annual “Parent Experience Program” Friday and Saturday, July 24 – 25.
The registration deadline is Friday, June 26, 2009.
Participants are provided with information needed to support a students’ goal of attending a college or university. Information sessions cover college entrance requirements, applications, financial aid, scholarships, college course work and support services.
Parents will also have an opportunity to meet faculty, staff, current students and other parents to create a resource network.
The program is supported by the UNM Division of Student Affairs, New Mexico GEAR UP and Engaging Latino Communities for Education (ENLACE). To register, call 505 – 277-5915 or email parent@unm.edu.Exploring Parking and Transportation Options
July 01 2009 06:00 PM
Join us Wednesday, July 1, for a discussion about all of the new, creative and efficient ways to get to and from the UNM campus. Parking and alternative transportation options will be reviewed at this motor‐vating workshop! From renting zip cars to hopping on the state’s Railrunner, we will provide a guide to getting around on a student budget. Learn how to buy a parking permit, bike to campus or take advantage of student bus passes.
From Facebook to Checkbook: What Every Parent Needs to Know about Information Security in a Digital Age
June 25 2009 06:00 PM
UNM Information Assurance Director Michael Carr presents information every parent needs to know about information security in a digital age. Carr discusses dangers and pitfalls that students face when sharing information online.
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Parents, need or want to come back to school? This workshop is for you!
May 21 2009 06:00 PM
Presenters will include Mary Jane Heinrichs, associate director, graduate school recruitment and admissions; Debby Knotts, director of UNM New Media & Extended Learning (online programs) and representatives from undergraduate school admissions and UNM Continuing Education programs.
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Career Preparation and Student Jobs
April 01 2009 06:00 PM
Career Preparation and Student Jobs, a taped presentation of the workshop presented by Marty Apodaca of UNM Career Services.
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Save the Date! Parent Day at the Pit is Feb. 20
February 20 2009 12:00 AM
Join the Parent Association for the 2nd annual Parent Day at the Pit! Stay tuned to our Web site for more details!