WMU Family Connection - September 2011

September 2011

Important Dates

Today: Bronco Bash 3-7 p.m.

Sept. 10: CommUniverCity: Bronco Football vs. Nicholls State

Sept. 12: Drop/Add ends. Last day for 100% refund

Sept. 13: Census

Sept. 14: $100 late add fee begins

Sept. 15: Last day for 90% refund for a complete withdrawal

Sept 16: Deadline to apply for December graduation

Sept. 17: The Corral Entertainment Village; Bronco Football vs. CMU

Sept. 19: Last day for 50% refund for a partial withdrawal

Sept. 30: Last day for 50% refund for a complete withdrawal

Oct. 2: WMUsic Showcase Spectacular benefit concert

Oct. 3: Spring semester course catalog open for viewing

Oct. 8: Homecoming; Bronco football vs. Bowling Green

Oct. 17: Spring semester registration begins

Oct. 21-23: Buster's Family Weekend Adventure #1

Oct. 28: Last day for 25% refund for a complete withdrawal

Oct. 28-30: Buster's Family Weekend Adventure #2

Oct 30: Last day for instructors to submit mid-term grades

Looking Ahead

Nov. 7: Last day to withdraw from fall classes

Nov. 23: Thanksgiving Recess begins at noon (residence halls open with limited service)

Nov. 25: Bronco football vs. Akron

Nov. 28: Classes resume 8 a.m.

Dec. 1: Deadline to apply for April graduation

Dec. 12-16: Final Exam Week

Dec. 16: Residence halls close at 7 p.m.

Dec. 17: Commencement

Dec. 20: Fall semester grades posted in GoWMU late in the day

Dec. 26-Jan 2, 2012: WMU closed

Jan 3: WMU offices re-open

Jan. 7,: Residence halls re-open at 10 a.m.

Jan 9: Spring semester classes begin at 8 a.m,

Click here for complete calendar of events
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September poll question:

How frequently do you communicate with your student? Click here to respond.

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Consider this...

Students can get caught up in a heady sense of freedom during these first few weeks of being on their own. We encourage you to keep talking to your student about responsible behavior and making good choices. This article appeared in Parade Magazine and has includes information every parent needs to be aware of.

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New in the WMU Bookstore...

You're on your own book cover The WMU Bookstore is now stocking You're on your own (but I'm here if you need me): Mentoring your child through the college years, by Marjorie Savage. ($16)

This is an excellent resource book for college parents and family members addressing every aspect (and challenge) of parenting a college student.

Things to know...

Do you want your first-year or transfer student to be successful at WMU? We do too!

The 2nd annual Western Success Series encourages and assists students in their first few months on campus. This program connects students to campus representatives who are invested in student success and resources to support and enhance their personal and academic experience at WMU!

Students can attend a FREE half day conference style workshop on Friday afternoon, Sept. 23 that allows them to choose sessions that meet their needs and interests and also offers the chance to win great prizes! If your student is unable to attend on Sept. 23, additional workshop sessions will be offered in October. Click here for more information.

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Residence Hall Mail Service

Here is the correct way to address mail to your student:

Student Name

Room # Hall Name (i.e. 125 Ackley Hall)

Kalamazoo, MI 49008-####

The "plus 4" zip code extension is specific for each hall:

Ackley/Shilling Halls.....5269

Bigelow Hall.....5449

Britton/Hadley Halls.....5270

Davis Hall.....5450

Draper Hall.....5367

Eicher/LeFevre Halls.....5271

Ernest Burnham Hall.....5370

French Hall.....5451

Garneau/Harvey Halls.....5273

Harrison/Stinson Halls.....5274

Henry Hall.....5452

Hoekje Hall.....5453

Siedschlag Hall.....5368

Smith Burnham Hall.....5369

Zimmerman Hall.....5455

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Buster's Family Weekend Adventure

The Family Weekend website has been updated with new information and registration information will be online soon. Click here for more information about the four different family weekend options.

The fall semester Little Sibs Weekend dates will be announced very soon, along with complete registration information and events.

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WMU Family Connection

Business Partner Discount Program

We are delighted to welcome the Stuart Avenue Inn to our business partner program. This historical Italianate villa is conveniently located to campus and offers the finest in accommodations and hospitality. Click here for a complete list of our business partners.

Remember, if you haven't received your discount cards (which do not have an expiration date), please email your mailing address to shari.glaser@wmich.edu.

Parent and Family Programs

Western Michigan University
1903 West Michigan
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008
(269) 387-4820