If you have attended college or already have a son, daughter,
or spouse in college, you may feel experienced when it comes to
sending a student to Central Michigan University. But each
student - and each university - is different.
Family member orientation offers, parents, guardians, and
spouses an inside look at campus life, educational
opportunities, and challenges that new CMU students experience.
Family Member Orientation
Family member orientation is an optional program for parents,
guardians, and spouses of new CMU students.
During this program, you can learn about the resources and
opportunities that CMU offers. Sessions are scheduled for
the same date as your student's session, but family and student
meetings are held separately in order to address the specific
interests and questions of each group.
Your orientation program (May and June sessions only) will begin with check-in from 8 to 8:45 a.m. and will conclude between 4 and 5 p.m. Family
orientation will include information on:
Scholarships and financial aid
Student employment
Academic advisement
Academic programs
Student leadership opportunities
The Mount Pleasant community
While younger children may accompany parents, during
orientation programs, there are no separate programs or special
accommodations for them. Younger siblings will need to
attend meetings with their parents.
Family Orientation Program Attendance and Cost
Family members planning to attend the family orientation
program should complete and return the reservation card
enclosed in the student reservation packet. The cost of the
family program (May and June sessions only) is $25 per person. This fee applies to all guests attending the CMU
family orientation program.
The $25 per-person fee covers the cost of all program features
including an orientation handbook, lunch, and a reception with
CMU staff members. On-campus parking privileges and use of the
Student Activity Center also are included.
Optional Overnight Accommodations
A variety of overnight accommodations are available in Mount
Pleasant for family members who will accompany students to
orientation. Lodging accommodations closest to campus include:
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Comfort Inn (989) 772-4000
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Fairfield Inn (989) 775-5000
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Super 8 Motel (989) 773-8888
Additional lodging and visitor information is available from
the Mount Pleasant Area Convention and Visitors Bureau by
visiting the Web site:
www.mountpleasantwow.com or by calling toll free (800)
772-4433.
