Parents` Newsletter - Notre Dame de Namur University
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Parents` Newsletter - Notre Dame de Namur University
No t r e D a m e d e Na m u r Un i v e r s i t y Parents’ Newsletter Fall 2016 www.ndnu.edu/parents Published by the Office of Alumni and Parent Relations Welcome New NDNU Parents and Families We are so pleased that you have decided to join our Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU) family. At NDNU, students become a part of a supportive community that unleashes their potential. It’s a place where peers encourage and inspire each other through a collaborative academic and social environment. The college experience can be a challenging and exciting period in your student’s life; a time for independence, learning and developing new relationships. Students face many opportunities and choices during this busy time in their lives. Parents also may have questions and concerns during this period. We are here to help. It is our goal to make sure the college transition is comfortable and successful for both students and their parents. We urge you to take advantage of all that NDNU offers, in support and in opportunities. As a parent, you have been a vital part of making the college adventure happen. Now, we join you during this next phase in your student’s development. We look forward to the coming years with you and hope to see you often at theatre, art and music productions, athletic and parent events. Golden Fleece Week Golden Fleece Week is a vital and engaging week of programs and events for all new freshmen assisting with a seamless transition into NDNU. Schedule of Events: Saturday, August 20 NDNU Soccer Match & Tailgate Argo Business Day Sunday, August 21 Freshmen Move-In President’s Reception Family Dinner Student Ice Cream Social Monday, August 22 Playfair Tuesday, August 23 Bel Mateo Bowl-O-Rama Hypnotist in the evening Wednesday, August 24 Maximize Your Buzz Zero Shades of Gray Carpe Noctem Thursday, August 25 Safety Day - Safety Programs Campus Resource Tour Student Activities Fair Bay Area Resource Session Movie Night on the Lawn Friday, August 26 Orientation Engagement Experience Giants T-Shirt Prep Saturday, August 27 SF Giants Game @ AT&T Park Important Contacts Academic Success Center – Offers integrated learning, support & disability services (650) 508-3670 Admissions – Speak to counselors and learn more about NDNU academic programs (650) 508-3600 Bookstore – Books, supplies, apparel and NDNU memorabilia (650) 594-1257 Greetings New Parents and Families, I would like to be among the first to welcome you, parents of new students, to Notre Dame de Namur University. We have been looking forward to your arrival on campus, as new members of the NDNU community. We have events and activities planned in order to assimilate you and your student into daily life here. Welcome to NDNU and the Argonaut family! As many of you are already experiencing, entering college is both an exciting and very busy time, for both students and parents. It can be overwhelming and sometimes confusing, at least that’s how I felt when my sons went off to college. In order to answer any questions you may have, or even just to ease some of your stress, I hope this reception will provide time for you to meet and chat with me and other new NDNU parents. Fall semester is packed with activities all over campus. It’s a time for your student to learn about and get involved in campus life, with fun traditions like cheering on fellow Argos at sporting events, attending the annual fall homcoming and our many theatre and music programs. We invite you to participate in NDNU’s community service groups that give back to the greater San Mateo County/Bay Area community. We value parental participation and encourage our NDNU parents and families to get involved and play a role in the life of the univeristy! We are always in need of volunteers who have some extra time and talent to share. There are opportunities for participation. Anyone, even those living outside the Bay Area, can join us. For more information geared specifically toward NDNU parents and family members, contact our Director of Alumni and Parent Relations, Elizabeth Valente, at [email protected] or (888) 511-NDNU (6368). With Argo Pride, Judith Maxwell Greig, Ph.D. President Business Office – Assist with billing questions, paying tuition and fees (650) 508-3536 Campus Programs Office – Assist with student programs, clubs and organizations (650) 508-3608 Career Services – Offers part-time jobs on and off campus, internships and resume resources (650) 508-3667 Counseling and Health Services – Offers health programs and educational resources (650) 508-3714 Dean of Student Affairs – Advocacy, code of conduct, and conflict resolutions (650) 508-3513 Financial Aid Office – Assist students with scholarships, grants and financing education (650) 508-3441 Office of Alumni & Parent Relations – Assist with alumni & parent events, and volunteer opportunities (888) 511-NDNU (6368) Public Safety – Emergency response call 9-1-1, or Public Safety Office (650) 508-3502, After Hours (650) 504-0656 or (650) 740-1483 Registrar’s Office – Assist with class schedule, transcripts, and enrollment verification (650) 508-3608 University Housing – On-campus housing and resident resources (650) 508-3759 Parent and Family Engagement Parents and families can actively engage and participate in their student’s college experience. Stay current and learn what’s happening at NDNU: • News and events • Parents’ Newsletter • NDNU Today Magazine • NDNU Social Media (Facebook, Linkedin, etc.) • Activities and Events – Invitations to Alumni and Parent Receptions, Homecoming Weekend, music and theatre events, sporting events and more. • Volunteer Opportunities – Parent volunteers help serve as our ambassadors promoting causes they believe in, and supporting our mission of providing a quality education and college experience for our students. Being a parent volunteer is one way to stay connected to your student. Elizabeth Valente, Director of Alumni and Parent Relations Whether you are local or from far away, we welcome your involvement with NDNU. For more information, contact Elizabeth Valente, Director of Alumni and Parent Relations at [email protected] or (888) 511-NDNU (6368). explore Belmont, when you’re in town Things to Do/Places to Go Transportation Great Eateries Planet Granite planetgranite.com NDNU to Caltrain Shuttle – ndnu.edu/campus-life/ public-safety Lorenzo’s Sandwich Shop kookamo.catalla.com/ lorenzos Iron Gate Restaurant iron-gate.com Caltrain – caltrain.com Vivace Ristorante vivacerestaurant.com Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt menchies.com SamTrans – samtrans.com Jimmy’s Café jimmyscafebelmont.com Where to Stay BART – bart.gov Godfather’s Burger Lounge godfathersburgerlounge. com/ Water Dog Lake Park belmont.gov Poplar Creek Golf Course poplarcreekgolf.com Bay Area Ridge Riders bayarearidgeriders.com Bel-Mateo Bowling belmateobowl.com Visit San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Cruz Shopping Carlmont Village Shopping Center carlmontvillage.com Bridgepointe Shopping Center Hillsdale Shopping Center hillsdale.com Fare, PDQ fare-pdq.com Divino divinobelmont.com/ Sushi Kuu sushi-kuu.com Toto’s Pizzeria totos.com Hyatt House Belmont Redwood Shores belmont.house.hyatt.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites holidayinn.com/ Sofitel San Francisco Bay Hotel sofitel.com Save the Date! HOMECOMING OCTOBER 8, 2016 Parents and Families Welcome 2016 - 2017 Academic Calendar FALL SEMESTER - 2016 August 29 Classes Begin September 5 Labor Day (no classes) October 11 Call to Action Day October 15 Intensive Evening Term 1 Classes End October 17-22 Midterms October 21 Midterm Holiday (no classes) October 24 Intensive Evening Term 2 Classes Begin November 24 - 25 Thanksgiving (no classes) December 10 Undergraduate, Intensive Evening Term 2, Graduate Classes End December 12 - 17 Finals Undergraduate SPRING SEMESTER - 2017 January 9 Classes Begin January 16 Martin Luther King Day (no classes) February 20 Presidents’ Day (no classes) February 20-25 Last Week of Classes Intensive Evening Term 1/ Graduate February 27-March 4 Midterms March 6-10 Recess Spring Break March 13 Intensive Evening Term 2 Classes Begin April 14 Good Friday (no classes) April 26 Undergraduate Classes End April 28 Intensive Evening Term 2, Graduate Classes End April 28 - May 4 Finals Undergraduate May 6 Commencement SUMMER TERM 1 - 2017 May 8 Classes Begin May 29 Memorial Day (no classes) June 24 Classes End SUMMER TERM 2 - 2017 Jun 26 Classes Begin July 4 Fourth of July (no classes) August 12 Classes End NDNU’s complete academic calendar may be found online at www.ndnu.edu/academics/academic-calendar