We know that the process of supporting a family member through his/her education requires the dedication and support of the entire family. It is an adjustment! In this section, you will learn some of what you need to know in order to make the process as smooth as possible, and to alleviate some of your worries or uncertainties.
Finding a Support Network As a student, it is important for you to make connections with other students, faculty, campus departments, and resources in the community to help support you throughout your education at Rosalind Franklin University. There are many ways to network on and off campus. Visit the Office of Student Life website for information and resources to help support you as a student.
Being a Part of a Support Network Families play a role of the utmost importance in a college student's development and education. We know that sending a student to college is a major adjustment for the family, whether that student is a parent, a child, or a spouse. We have a couple of hints for you to help support your student to achieve his or her dream. • Communicate – Make sure you keep the communication lines open about family expectations so that you can make compromises when necessary. You may find you'll need to talk frequently about schedules, about needs, and about both frustrations and joys that accompany the college experience. • Know a little about what they are doing – It is always a little bit easier to understand what your student is going through if you know a little about what their day is like, what kind of study demands they have, and how their lives are changing as a result of what they are learning. Make it your business to share in the experience. Education is a transformative experience - let it transform the entire family. • Talk about your financial situation and expectations – Education is an expensive endeavor and it is helpful to plan ahead. Many students find that they would like to be enrolled in consecutive quarters in order to keep up with the learning process—that may mean a financial strain on your family. Plan ahead, consider financial aid options, and encourage your student to talk to his/her academic advisor if finances prove to be an obstacle. The advisor may have some helpful ideas. • Don't forget to have fun together – When one person in the family is having an experience that is totally unlike the experiences that the others are having, it is possible that it becomes a barrier to the familiarity that you have built over time. Make time for one another. Ask questions about each other's experiences. Keep up the fun activities that you like to do together.
Employment Many departments within Rosalind Franklin University have positions available for family members of students. During on campus Orientation, departments may advertise positions available. In addition, the Human Resources Website lists all part-time and full-time positions available within the University.