DEPARTMENT OF ORIENTATION & COMMUTER STUDENT INVOLVEMENT

You're invited to Family Weekend!

Last October our university welcomed over 3,500 students and family members to experience all that it means to be a Miami Hurricane. The Department of Orientation & Commuter Student Involvement invites you to join us this year on October 3-6 for an unforgettable weekend filled with a family reception, model classes, interest sessions, campus events, a UM football game, and quality time with your student.

With such an exciting weekend that you do not want to miss, our department encourages you to make your plans early. Registration will go live June 10 on CaneLink, thus we encourage you in advance to make sure your Delegate/Parent Proxy account is active. Further details such as registration, ticket information, and hotel/travel accommodations can all be found on our Family Weekend site. If you have any additional questions, feel free to email or call our department. Go ‘Canes!

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VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS

Summer reflections

Our students have accomplished much this year. They have tried something new, made mistakes, learned lessons, enhanced themselves, and completed another step on the journey of their professional life. We are so grateful to work with our families to make each of these accomplishments possible.

As I wish students congratulations on a great year and well wishes for summer, I often get asked: “What do you do for the summer?” While the summer may involve fewer students and slower campus traffic, work is still happening. We reflect on initiatives that empowered students to participate and engage, such as What Matters to U presented by Student Government. We enhance opportunities to further student learning, such as 'Cane Kickoff. We plan for more opportunities where it continues to be great to be a Miami Hurricane.

Whether your student is graduating in just a few days, preparing for a summer internship, or anything in between, we are so glad to have you all be a part of the 'Canes community. Congratulations to those of you will be seeing your student become an alumnus! If your student is continuing in the fall, we hope you will join us for Family Weekend.

Dr. Patricia A. Whitely has been the Vice President for Students Affairs since 1997 and is an adjunct faculty member in the School of Education and Human Development. Dr. Whitely is responsible for oversight of residential life, leadership development, service learning, orientation, student organizations, student activities, student facilities, student counseling and student health centers, Greek life, and the dean of students office.

DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS

Summer Wellness Tips for Students

Summer is right around the corner and as your student settles into a new routine, it is important for them to keep their health and wellness at the forefront.  Whether your student is residing locally in Miami and using the Herbert Wellness Center, returning to a local gym, or heading outdoors, these suggestions will keep them active, healthy, and enjoying all that summer has to offer.

1. Stay active. Encourage your student to join a gym, test new workout plans or facilities, or enjoy local activities like hiking, swimming, biking, running, and more.  Partake in this activity as a family or have them reconnect with friends!  This can help your student with missing their college friends and
2. Stay hydrated. Although your student may believe if they can handle the tropical heat of Miami they can handle any location, each hour spent in the sun requires replenishing the water in their body.
3. Use sunscreen. In addition to staying hydrated, sunscreen protects the body and is known to prevent skin cancer and can delay aging of the skin.
4. Get some Rest. Although remaining active is important, relaxation and sleep after another rigorous year of courses can help replenish your student’s motivation.  Activities such as yoga, meditation, and sleep are all great examples.