FAQs

  1. What is "Parent Day"?
  2. Is it mandatory for me to attend Parent Day?
  3. Do I have to pay to attend Parent Day?
  4. How long does Parent Day Last?
  5. Where do I park during Parent Day?
  6. What if I misplaced my parking pass?
  7. How do I register for "Parent Day" October 10, 2009?
  8. What should I bring to Parent Day?
  9. Will I receive lunch at Parent Day?
  10. Whom should I contact if I need information about disability-related accommodations for parent day events?
  11. How does my student know who his or her academic advisor is?
  12. My student is having some trouble in a class, how can he or she find a tutor?
  13. Will I receive grades and progress reports for my student?
  14. I would like to mail something to my student in the residence halls, how do I address that?

What is "Parent Day"?
Parent Day is designed to assist parents in becoming a "partner" in their students' success by learning key information about academic opportunities, support services, and out of class experiences available to students at Cal State Northridge. Parent Day serves as an opportunity to ask questions based on real experiences students are already having, including the many transitional issues that challenge both students and families. Parent Day also provides the opportunity to meet University administrators, faculty, staff, and student orientation leaders who support and mentor new students as they begin their CSUN journey towards graduation. Lastly, Parent Day allows parents and guardians to learn about campus resources and services available to their students.

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Is it mandatory for me to attend Parent Day?
No, but it is highly encouraged as Parent Day assists you in supporting your student.

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Do I have to pay to attend Parent Day?
No. Parent day is a free program for parents and guardians only.

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How long does Parent Day Last?
Check-in begins at 8:00 am and program will be finished by 12:30 pm. Each component of the program is important and will help you become acquainted with the CSUN campus. For more information on the components please refer to the Parent Day agenda.

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Where do I park during Parent Day?
Parking is available in Parking lot G4, located on Zelzah Avenue. The directional signs posted will direct you to the parking lot. Parents will be given a courtesy parking pass for the day and will be required to park in the designated parking lot listed on the parking permit. The parking permit will only work for the day of Parent Day; all other days will require a CSUN parking permit that can be obtained at one of the parking booths. Please do not park in the metered parking as you will be ticketed.

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What if I misplaced my parking pass?
If you misplaced your parking pass an orientation leader will be available in lot G-4 to provide you with a new one.

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How do I register for "Parent Day" October 10, 2009 ?
You can register to attend Parent Day by simply tearing off and filling in the RSVP form in its entirety when you receive the brochure. You may also register online at www.csun.edu/nso/parent/registration.htm. Registration should be completed by October 5. Please be advised due to space limitations, this program is for parents/guardians only.

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What should I bring to Parent Day?
Parking Pass: Bring your parking pass and park in lot G4 located on Zelzah Ave. & Plummer St.

Questions: Bring any questions that you may have so that we can best help you through this transmission.

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Will I receive lunch at Parent Day?
No, lunch will not be provided. However, we encourage you to explore Northridge and visit restaurants in the area.

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Whom should I contact if I need information about disability-related accommodations for Parent Day events?
Information about accommodations for students with disabilities can be obtained by contacting Dr. Mary Ann Cummins Prager, the Director of Center on Disabilities, at (818) 677-2684. Further question or concerns may be answered by contacting the Office of Student Development at (818) 677-4100.

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Miscellaneous Frequently asked Questions

How does my student know who his or her academic advisor is?
Undeclared students can meet with an advisor through Advising Resource Center/ EOP. To make an appointment with an academic advisor please call (818) 677-2108.

Declared students should contact their academic department as each handles advising slightly differently. A listing of academic departments can be found at www.csun.edu under the colleges section of the CSUN website.

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My student is having some trouble in a class, how can he or she find a tutor?
Learning Resource Center (LRC) is on the 4th floor of Bayramian Hall, room 408. LRC serves to help students to improve their academic performance through a variety of learning programs including workshops, one on one and group tutoring, supplemental instruction classes, and interactive subject area computer programs and videos. Visit the LRC website at www.csun.edu/lrc to check the tutoring schedule and learn more about their other resources.

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Will I receive grades and progress reports for my student?
Due to the Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA), grades are released only to the student. FERPA also restricts the release of financial information. The university does not issue progress reports prior to the release of semester grades. It is each student's responsibility to keep track of their own progress by following the grading criteria set forth in each course syllabus, which is issued during the first class meeting.

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I would like to mail something to my student in the residence halls, how do I address that?
Mail should be addressed to your student as follows:

Student Name- Box Number
17950 Lassen St
Northridge Ca, 91325

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If you have any further questions please contact the Orientation Staff via e-mail at NewStudentOrientation@csun.edu or at (818) 677-4100.