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2007 Parents Panel
September 2007

1. What are the dates that the residence halls are open and closed over vacations?
1. See Academic Calendar
2. The residence halls are open over short breaks. Students may stay in their rooms over three-day weekends, Thanksgiving Break and Spring Break. Residence hall space will be open to students over Christmas Break, with a per-night fee in effect; however, students may be required to relocate for the break.  A Christmas Break Housing sign up sheet will be available in early December in the Residential Life office.
2. Does my student want mail?
1. Yes, especially “snail mail” - first time they’ll have a mailbox and key.  It makes their day to get something in their mailbox.

3. How do I send packages?
1. UPS / FedEx…any work
2. Zip Code is 98447
3. May take an extra day to get from PLU mailroom to student
4. Sharing food packages are a great way to make friends
4. What is the format of how to correctly address mail to residential students?
1. EXAMPLE:  Ima Student, Pacific Lutheran University, _______ Hall Rm# __, Tacoma WA 98447
5. Where can a student learn about student carpools?
1. ASPLU Lute Lounge - “info board”
6. What transportation to airport is available for students around the holidays?
1. ASPLU sometimes provides service to airport for Thanksgiving and Christmas break
7. What do you recommend for a co-curricular balance?
1. Research indicates that students who are involved in at least one outside co-curricular interest enjoy college more and are more successful.  Helps with organizational skills as well as time management and meeting new friends.
2. Students can be involved in a variety of activities:  Sports & music; Debate and Volunteering; Campus Ministry & Student Govt., etc.
8. Parents are encouraged to get involved as well
1. Parent’s Council
2. Support for Hall activities or Sports teams, etc.
3. Attend concerts, lectures, etc. on campus
9. How much outside employment do you recommend?
1. Around 8 hours, especially 1^st semester
2. If a student needs to work more, encourage use of campus resources for academic assistance, time management, etc.
10. How do you put your work-study money to use?  Who can help?
1. Student Employment can assist with your job search both on and off campus.
11. How do you give the money for monthly expenses?  Recommended amount?
1. Personal finances are a family decision.
2. You can use Lutebucks which you can put on their Lutecard via web & credit card
3. You can do a direct deposit with local banks, or send a check
4. We suggest you have them work out a weekly budget to understand how they will need to allocate the money.
12. Are there resources for my student in regards to physical, mental, and spiritual health?
1. Health Services
2. Counseling Services
3. Campus Ministry