Parent Relations

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2009-2010 Chico State Parent Guide

Whether you are the parent of an incoming first-year Chico State student, or the parent of a Chico State graduating senior, the 2009-2010 Chico State Parent Guide at universityparent.com has information that might be of value to you. Please let us know if you have questions that are not answered in this guide - we would love to include that information in future issues. For those of you who are new to Chico State, welcome! We look forward to living up to our reputation as a great school for your sons and daughters.

2009 Summer O Presentation:

When Mom or Dad Asks to Be Your Facebook Friend

Chico State Fund

You can expect a call from a CSU, Chico Student who is calling to talk about how you can make a difference in your student's educational experience and the experience of all students at Chico State. We'll also bring you up to date on:

• Campus life
• Local & regional events
• Ways that parents can stay connected with Chico State

For more information go to:
Chico State Fund
Chico State Calling Center

e-Newsletter

Are you the parent of a Chico State student?

Sign up for our Chico State Parents e-Newsletter, published six times per academic year.

Parent e-Newsletter Archives

• July 2009 - First-Year Parents Newsletter
• August 2009 - Parents Newsletter
• September 2009 - Parents Newsletter
• October 2009- Parents Newsletter

Parent Advisory Council

Now in its third year, the Parent Advisory Council is a group of up to 40 parents who assist with University events and provide feedback to the University on issues pertinent to parents of Chico State students. The council meets two times per year.

If you are interested in learning more about the Parent Advisory Council, please contact Polly Crabtree at pcrabtree-at-csuchico-dot-edu.

Parent Resources

• Parent Handbook
• Summer Orientation
• Getting Connected - for Parents of New Students
• Campus Directory
• Class Schedule
• Campus Catalog
• Commencement
• Chico State Greek Life
• University Housing and Food Service
• Student Health Center
• Admissions
• Financial Aid
• Life in Chico: Chico State and Community Information
• Campus Map
• Local Hotel Information
• Family Weekend - October 8-October 11, 2009

Can't find what you're looking for? Give us a call at 800-598-6472 or 530-898-6472 or e-mail alumni-at-csuchico-dot-edu.

Wildcat Card

Parents—Find out how you can help your child make purchases at the bookstore and at other locations on campus with the Wildcat Card!

Chico Parent T-shirt

Get your very own official Chico State Parent T-shirt. Shirts come in S, M, L, and XL and cost $15 each plus $4 shipping and handling. Download an order form and get yours today!

Is Your Son or Daughter Graduating?

Give your son or daughter the gift of a lifetime! Purchase a Chico State Alumni Association Lifetime Membership for them as a graduation gift. In addition to staying connected to the University, your student will be eligible for the benefits of membership, will receive a gift card from you, a leather portfolio embossed with the Alumni Association logo, and a Commencement t-shirt listing the names of all graduates walking on either Saturday or Sunday (there are two versions of the shirt).

View the New Grad Membership Form.