Families play an important role in supporting their student’s well-being and contributing to their independence as they navigate university life. In our new webinar series “Campus Conversations” we will discuss ways families can support their Wildcat while navigating this transition together, presented in partnership with university Campus Partners.
“Leaning In to Letting Go” Webinar
Join us for our first webinar “Leaning In to Letting Go”, featuring David Salafsky DrPH, Executive Director of Campus Health. Talking about how to stay connected as a family, communicate effectively, and build trust while supporting your student’s growing independence.
Stay connected while giving students space to grow and become more independent
Communicate effectively through changing roles and expectations
Build trust and maintain a strong family relationship
Support their student’s well-being while encouraging them to take ownership of their college experience
Webinar Details
Date: Tuesday, September 8
Time: 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. MST
"Tougher Conversations" Webinar Part 1
Some conversations are harder to start – but they can make an important difference in your student’s well-being. Join us for the second Campus Conversations webinar, featuring Cassandra Hirdes, Director of Health Promotion at Campus Health. We’ll discuss how families can:
Recognize signs that their student may be struggling
Start conversations when they have concerns about their student
Navigate sensitive topics, including drugs and alcohol
Encourage students to seek support and take advantage of campus resources
Webinar Details
Date: Tuesday, October 6
Time: 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. MST
"Tougher Conversations" Webinar Part Two
Join us for our webinar in a series of Campus Conversations. This session will address those Tougher Conversations discussing how parents and family members can recognize the signs of hazing, report concerns, and have meaningful conversations with their Wildcat about hazing prevention and safety. At the University of Arizona, we believe every student deserves to belong without being harmed, humiliated, or put at risk.
Recognize the signs of hazing
Report hazing and identify resources for both students and family members
Start conversations to help identify concerns before they become more serious
Encourage students to seek support and take advantage of campus resources
“Home for the Holidays” Webinar
With the semester wrapping up and finals starting soon, students may be coming home and bringing different challenges up to their families. Join us for a webinar in our Campus Conversations webinar series featuring Mia Zamora, Associate Director of Clinical Services at Counseling & Psych Services (CAPS). We'll explore how families can:
Recognize when a student may need additional support
Navigate challenging conversations while maintaining connection and trust
Support their student through difficult times (without taking over)
Encourage self-advocacy, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Connect students with resources when additional support is needed
Webinar Details
Date: Tuesday, November 10
Time: 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. MST