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The University of Texas at Dallas

Parent and Family Association

Resources

Parenting Freshmen

A smart way to parent your freshman is to follow simple system of ten rules. These rules are suggested by National Orientation Directors Association.

Academic Year Rhythm

In 1991, Austin and Souza presented the Rhythm of the Academic Year.  As a family member of a UTD freshman, you may want to use the following adaptation to prepare yourself for what you can expect your freshman to face each month.

Suggested Books

We have also selected books that may help you parenting college students.

Articles and Publications on the Web