Parent Update

Friday, September 9, 2011

Parent and Family Speaker Series: You are Invited

Listed below are the Parent & Family Speaker Series events for 2011-12. Parents are welcome to invite their student to attend presentations with them. Please RSVP to Ellen Richter-Norgel at erichter-norgel@stkate.edu, or phone 651.690-8730. All events are free.

Fall Semester

Financial Steps to College Success
Presenter: Tiffany Kirk, Education Coordinator, Wings Financial
Date: Saturday, October 8, 2011, 10-11:30 a.m., Rauenhorst Ballroom, Coeur de Catherine (continental breakfast included.)
This engaging presentation will show you the steps to take to ensure healthy money habits during the college years. Tiffany Kirk will share her knowledge and wisdom on discerning needs from wants, how our early messages about money impact our behavior and how to avoid financial challenges during college. Don’t miss this important event co-sponsored by St. Kate’s Money Management Program and the Parent and Family Association.
Note: This event takes place during St. Kate’s Family Weekend.



How to Support Your Student’s Career Development Needs
Presenter: Kim Betz, Director of Career Development and staff
Date: Wednesday, November 9, 7-8:30 p.m.
Location: President’s Dining Room, 372 Coeur de Catherine (dessert and coffee provided)
Whether your student is a first-year or a senior, it’s never too early or late to learn about the services and programs that Career Development offers. Hear experts explain how parents can guide and advise their student into preparing for life after graduation. Staff will share information about career fairs, job shadowing, career courses and career counseling, along with suggestions for when students should utilize these services. A panel of student interns will share highlights of their internship experiences and what they learned. Encourage your daughter to attend this program with you.



Winter/Spring Semester

Study Abroad at St. Kate’s: Who, What, Where, When, Why and How?
Presenter: Catherine Spaeth, Director of Global Studies and students
Date: Wednesday, February 8, 7-8:30 p.m.
Location: President’s Dining Room, 372 Coeur de Catherine (dessert and coffee provided)
Is your globally minded student considering study abroad? Join us for an interactive session on study-abroad opportunities for a semester, year, J-term or summer, presented by the Office of Global Studies and a panel of returnee study-abroad students. Planning ahead for these experiences is important.

(Note: The Study Abroad Fair will take place Monday, February 13, 2012, from 11 a.m.–2 p.m., in Rauenhorst Ballroom, Coeur de Catherine. The fair is a unique opportunity to meet and talk with representatives from the study-abroad programs we offer. Encourage your student to attend.)



Fireside Chat with Vice Pr esident for Enr ollment Management & Student Affairs
Presenter: Brian Bruess
Date: Wednesday, March 7, 7-8:30 p.m.
Location: Fireside Lounge, Rauenhorst/Morrison Hall (dessert and coffee provided).
Enjoy an informal conversation with Vice President Brian Bruess as he shares information about the University’s strategic plan, what our Master Space Plan has in store for our campuses and the new initiatives taking place at the University. This is a perfect opportunity to ask questions, share perceptions, enjoy the company of other parents and interact with members of the Parent and Family Association Council. A fun, relaxing evening is in store!

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