Why are university unions important to students?
This spring the iconic Michigan Union will temporarily close for a significant renovation project that will address aging infrastructure, improve safety, enhance student spaces, and restore the beautiful architecture. Much time and planning has been spent on making the transition a smooth and steady process.
But you may wonder, "Why? Why are university unions so important to college students like mine?"
Is your student undecided about a major? They are not alone. Most students enter U-M undecided about their major. Even those who initially know what they want to study often change their plans.
Choosing a major is not easy for students. They may feel overwhelmed with the number of options available. They may be afraid that their choice of major will lock them into a career, lifestyle, and salary range for the rest of their lives. But the choice of major does not necessarily set a life-long path, because:
Adversity is an inevitable and unpredictable part of our life journey. When students are faced with problems, large and small, it’s important to remember that in addition to their internal strength, U-M also offers services to support them. Many departments on campus exist for the sole purpose to help students who are experiencing a challenge.
Here are some common challenges that students face and resources on campus that can help.
Financial Emergencies:
Parents and families of the U-M Community,
Increasingly students are acknowledging feelings of loneliness. In some ways, it's difficult to understand. How can students feel lonely in the midst of 42,000 other U-M students?
We all need social connection, a sense of belonging. Without that, any of us can feel lonely. In particular, students may feel lonely because:
Valentine's Day is coming up, and we have a great (and easy) way to show love and support for your student. You can brighten their day with a baker’s dozen pink-sprinkled heart-shaped cookies.
And the best part? You can treat your favorite student and know that the proceeds of every dollar spent with us supports U-M student programs and campus facilities.
Is your student up-to-date with vaccinations? Students recently received an email with the following information, so you may want to consider these three recommended vaccinations now.
Did you know that in 2014, only 14% of eligible U-M students voted? That means more than 37,000 U-M students were silent on issues that shape their lives such as student loans, tuition rates, healthcare, and job prospects following graduation.
Congratulations if your student is graduating this spring! This guide can help make the big day (or days) easier, so you and your student can enjoy this momentous occasion.
Tip #1: There is more than one graduation ceremony for the University of Michigan.
Does your student have an off-campus apartment? Are they leaving Ann Arbor for the summer? Subleasing may be an option to help your student recover some of their living expenses.
Subleasing is an agreement your student can make with another individual to pay rent and live in their space while they are away.
Below are tips you can use to guide your student through the subleasing process.
