We were excited to have a great turnout of ASU students and their families for our Parenting Students Autumn Mixer today at the Sun Devil Fitness Complex. Connect Four and the free family portraits were a big hit!
Congratulations, #ASUgrad class of 2022
One month ago today we celebrated the last convocation of the Spring 2022 semester.
To the #ASUgrad Class of 2022: all of us at Arizona State University are so proud of all of your hard work, your support for each other and all your achievements.
Once again, congratulations to all of the ASU graduates and their families. Here’s to you! ❤️💛
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Transitions: Student "Senioritis"
Our ASU Family Connection panel from the university's psychology department dives into the phenomenon of "senioritis." Three faculty members explore causes of this temporary lack of motivation for some students, offer advice on how they can overcome it, and discuss ways family members can help their student through their senior year.
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Transitions: The Sophomore Slump
When students make the transition into the second year of college, it can lead to the "sophomore slump." During this time some students may feel less engaged on campus or less satisfied. Our Family Connection panel of ASU Psychology faculty members discuss recommendations to help Sun Devils avoid the second-year blues, and offer tips for family members on how to support them during this transition. View more videos at bit.ly/ASUchats
Transitions: The First Year in College
Our ASU Family Connection "Transitions" series continues with "The First Year of College." Calvin Emanuel, a Sun Devil parent, and Dr. Leah Doane, a professor in the ASU Psychology Department, look at some of the growing pains students may face in the first year and the best ways you can support them as family members.
Transitions: Upper-division students at ASU
The transition to upper division can be filled with excitement. But with more complicated coursework and smaller, more-focused classes becoming the norm, students can feel additional pressure during the upper-division years. Three faculty members from the ASU Psychology Department discuss what your Sun Devil can expect after the first year, and point out some resources designed to help them make a successful transition. #ASUFamilyConnection
Transitions: The First Year on Campus
When students begin their first year on campus they go through a period of adjustment — especially if they're living away from home for the first time. ASU's Director of Residential Life and the father of a Sun Devil senior explore the challenges that often arise in the first year and the resources ASU provides to help students make a successful transition.
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LGBTQIA+ Students and Stress
Identity development for students who identify as gender or sexual minorities can present a unique set of stressors. Learn about ways to support your LGBTQIA+ student and the many ASU resources available to them from members of ASU’s Counseling services.
This video chat is part 5 in our spring 2021 Family Connection series. View more at bit.ly/ASUchats
ASU Family Connection spring 2021: First-generation students and stress
What kinds of stressors do first-generation college students often face? How can you support your first-gen student as a family member? The latest video in the ASU Family Connection spring 2021 series explores these questions and looks at resources for first-gen students, featuring panelists Dr. Sharon Smith, Associate Vice President/Dean of Students for the Downtown Phoenix Campus, and Dr. Kevin Correa, Director of the ASU First-Year Success Center.
View more Family Connection videos at bit.ly/ASUchats.
What does innovation mean to you and your Sun Devil?
In our new ASU Family Connection chat, explore what it means to be a Sun Devil and family member at the No. 1-ranked university for innovation. It's about the opportunity to design solutions to solve problems, collaborate with others on research and studies, follow passions to make a difference in the world and more.
Watch more Family Connection videos at bit.ly/ASUchats.
Sun Devil Gratitude: You make it all possible
It's been a difficult year. For ASU students, your support has made all the difference. Just look at all the ways they'd like to say thanks! 💞
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ASU Family Connection: How student employment can benefit Sun Devils
How do Sun Devils learn career competencies during their time at ASU? There are actually many ways. Learn more on this topic from our friends at ASU Career and Professional Development Services and the ASU First-Year Success Center in our new Family Connection video chat.
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