Hear from a Sun Devil parent, a current ASU student and University Housing staff members as they discuss what your student can bring to campus — and offer tips on what not to bring.
Lifelong Learning at ASU
Wondering how to add new skills, degrees or experiences to your resume? Our Family Connection video explores the range of lifelong learning opportunities and assets available at ASU. The video features panelists from the ASU Learning Enterprise, CareerCatalyst, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and Mirabella at ASU — including a current resident discussing her experiences at Mirabella.
Preparing for ASU Finals Week
When the semester winds down and final exams draw nearer, it can be a stressful time for Sun Devils. ASU Family Connection panelists explore the many university resources to help students prepare for finals, provide tips on the importance of self-care, and offer insights for parents and family members on how to support their students.
How to help your ASU student become internship ready
Explore the important topic of internships with an ASU family member, a current Sun Devil, and a member of the university's Career and Professional Development Services staff. Learn more about the benefits of internships, ASU resources that support your student's search for internship opportunities, tips, strategies, and more.
Supporting your ASU student in the transition to off-campus housing
Get tips and strategies on how to support an ASU student's transition to off-campus living from family members and ASU Off-Campus Relations staff members. Three parents share their experiences about finding off-campus housing for their Sun Devils. The ASU staff members discuss the many resources available, including the biannual Off-Campus Housing Fair at Off-Campus Housing.
Transitions: Student "Senioritis"
An expert ASU Family Connection panel from the university's psychology department dives deeper into the phenomenon of "senioritis." Faculty members discuss the causes of this temporary lack of motivation for some students, how they can overcome it, and what you can do as family members to help them succeed in their senior year at ASU.
Transitions: International students
Two Sun Devil parents and ASU's director of residential life explore the transition of international students in the first year of college. In this ASU Family Connection video, the panel looks at the challenges new international students often face, what families and students can expect, the resources available at ASU and more.
Transitions: The sophomore slump
When students make the transition to the second year of college, it can lead to the sophomore slump. For some, that's where the novelty of college has worn off and they feel less satisfied with the experience. Our panel of ASU Psychology faculty members provides tips on how students can avoid this slump and how families can support them through it.
Transitions: The First Year of College
The ASU Family Connection Transitions series continues with a look at the first year of college and the adjustments that Sun Devils and family members can expect. Sun Devil parent Calvin Emanuel and Psychology Professor Leah Doane look at some of the growing pains students may face in the first year and how family members can support their growth.
Transitions: Upper-division students at ASU
While the transition to upper-division levels in college can be exciting, students often start to feel additional pressure due to more complicated projects and highly focused courses. Three ASU Psychology Department faculty members discuss what Sun Devils can expect in the upper-division years and point out some resources to help them succeed.