Tiger Family Talks: Webinar Series
Parent & Family Programs is excited to announce our new webinar series on Tuesdays
this spring! Our webinars will focus on providing you with resources and information
to help support your Tiger.
Make sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay updated with webinar release dates and other important information.
Our Tiger Family Talks webinar series aims to connect you with campus partners and
fellow parents and families to help your student navigate the college experience.
See below for the list of upcoming webinar dates and topics.
Spring 2021 Webinars
Date | Time | Topic | Viewing Information |
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Tuesday, January 26 | 6 PM CT |
Preparing for Upperclassmen Living Are you and your Tiger looking to learn more about upperclassmen living? Join us to hear from Residential Life, along with student and parent panelists, as they offer tips and tricks to prepare for the on and off-campus apartment leasing process. |
View a recording of the webinar here. |
Tuesday, February 2 | 6 PM CT |
Promoting Your Tiger's Academic Success Does your Tiger need a little extra support academically? Not sure where to start? With the help of our Center for Academic Success and student and parent panelists, this webinar will provide you with resources from our Impact program, as well as organization, time management, and study tips to help your Tiger succeed this semester. |
View a recording of the webinar here. |
Tuesday, February 9 | 6 PM CT |
Falling in Love With Your Major Is your Tiger unsure about what they want to major in or interested in changing their major? Join us as we hear from our Olinde Career Center, along with student and parent panelists, as they offer career-assessment tools, personal experiences, and other resources to help your Tiger "fall in love with a major." |
View a recording of the webinar here. |
Tuesday, February 23 | 6 PM CT |
Family Weekend Q&A Family Weekend will be held March 5 through 7! Join us for this informal session, when our staff will discuss the schedule of events and help answer your questions. |
https://lsu.zoom.us/s/97125697234 Webinar ID: 971 2569 7234 You can also tune in via Facebook Live at facebook.com/LSUFamily. |
Tuesday, March 16 | 6 PM CT |
Navigating Scheduling & Eight-Semester Plans Does your Tiger need some extra guidance with scheduling this semester? Are they interested in learning more about how to utilize their degree audit and eight-semester plan to stay on track? Join us as we hear from our University College Center for Freshman Year (UCFY) and student and parent panelists, as they offer important information to help your Tiger strategically schedule their courses. |
https://lsu.zoom.us/s/98897798788 Webinar ID: 988 9779 8788 You can also tune in via Facebook Live at facebook.com/LSUFamily. |
Tuesday, March 30 | 6 PM CT |
Summer Experiences & Building a Résumé The end of the semester means that it is almost summertime! For college students, summer is a great opportunity to explore résumé-building experiences to help them gain an upper hand when applying for jobs. Join us as we hear from our Olinde Career Center, along with student and parent panelists, as they offer resources to help make finding summer opportunities a breeze. |
https://lsu.zoom.us/s/93155143703 Webinar ID: 931 5514 3703 You can also tune in via Facebook Live at facebook.com/LSUFamily. |
Catch up on our previous webinars here, and stay tuned for more updates on our next webinar topics!
Webinar Resources
Preparing for Upperclassmen Living
- LSU Residential Life Website
- Comparing On-Campus vs. Off-Campus
- LSU Off-Campus Housing Website
- Consider These Tips Before Signing a Lease
- Housing Search Checklist
- Roommate Considerations
- FAQs for First-Time Renters
- How to Avoid Rental Scams
- Dos and Don'ts of Apartment Living
- Apartment Security Tips
- College Apartment Checklist for All Your Essentials
Promoting Your Tiger's Academic Success
- LSU Center for Academic Success
- Class Organizer PDF
- Spring 2021 Calendar PDF
- Weekly Calendar PDF
- To-Do List PDF
- Study Cycle Video
- Supplemental Instruction (SI) Resources
- CAS's Signature Series
- Tutoring Information
- Academic Coaching Information
- Help your Student Succeed at Remote Learning
Falling in Love With Your Major
- Olinde Career Center Website
- University College Center for Freshman Year Website
- Find Your Major
- Choosing Your Major Guide
- Values & Skills Worksheet
- 2020-2021 LSU General Catalog
- O-Net
- Make an appointment with a Career Advisor
Past Recordings
- "Supporting your Tiger through Homesickness" - View Recording
- "Supporting your Tiger's Academic Success" - View Recording
- "Supporting your Tiger with Scheduling and Advising" - View Recording
- "Supporting your Tiger's Emotional Wellness" - View Recording
- "Supporting your Tiger as they Return Home for the Holidays" - View Recording
Additional Resources
Supporting your Tiger through Homesickness
- 101 Things to Do around the LSU Campus and Surrounding Community
- How to Help your College Freshman when they are Homesick
- Helping with Homesickness
- 10 Ways to Deal with Homesickness
- Loneliness at Pandemic U
- Weekend House Call: Dealing with a Homesick College Student
- This Freshman's Video Nails what Loneliness in College feels like
Supporting your Tiger's Academic Success
- LSU Center for Academic Success
- Sign Up for Academic Coaching
- Online Supplemental Instruction
- Online Tutoring
- Technical, Academic, & Study Planning Resources
Supporting your Tiger with Scheduling and Advising
- 2020-2021 General Catalog
- Schedule Booklets
- Academic Calendar
- Schedule an Appointment with an Academic Counselor
Supporting Your Tiger's Emotional Wellness
- Student Health Center Mental Health Service
- Student Health Center Treatment Services
- Make an Appointment at the Student Health Center
- Levels of Care
- College Depression: What Parents Need to Know
- 6 Ways to Support Your Student's Mental Health
- Mental Health Blog Posts
Supporting Your Tiger's Return Home for the Holidays
- 8 Things to Expect from College Kids
- 5 Things to Know Before Your College Student Comes Home for the Holidays
- Set Fair House Rules While Giving Your Student Space
- Home for the Holidays