Parents: Webcast

A Webcast for Parents of College Students

Dr. Dennis DeTurck, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and Dr. Janet Tighe, Dean of Freshmen and Director of Academic Advising welcomed the opportunity to discuss your questions during a live webcast on October 2nd at 7:00 PM (EST).

Parents were encouraged to send questions for the deans before or during the webcast by emailing: answers@sas.upenn.edu.

Here's what partents had to say about the webcast:

"Thank you for taking the time to share your perspectives and experiences as part of the college community...Your devotion to our youngsters is palpable and very much appreciated."

"Thank you for the webcast, it gives me a very good feeling about getting involved with my child's education at UPenn."

Click here to view the entire Oct. 2nd webcast or select a particular question below:

• Welcome and introductions	• What should we know about how to be an international students?
• My son is concerned that he didn't do well on his first Biology test. What should he do?	• Can you comment on how Math 240 (Calc 3) is structured?
• How does a sophomore find an advisor to help choose a major?	• I haven't heard from my daughter in over a week. What should I do?
• How do I find out what courses fulfill requirements?	• Can my son get a new roommate?
• What goes on in a College House?	• What would you recommend to a student who is not making a connection with their academic advisor?
• How many courses are required to graduate?	• How can a student connect with a professor who is unavailable for discussion?
• How do I find out about my child's grades?	• Is one major enough?
• Will a literature major be able to find a job?	• Is there information about Study Abroad? How much does it cost?
• How do students find out about academic and advising events?	• Wrap up
• My child is homesick. What can we do?

Preparing to view the webcast
Prior to the webcast, make sure your computer is properly configured to receive the video.

Download a free version of RealPlayer.

• Your computer must have RealPlayer (version 8 or higher).
• The video will play on 56K modem and broadband connections.
• Verify that your speakers and sound are working.
• Test your link by viewing this archived Freshman Webcast.
• If you have difficulty with the Commencement file, see RealPlayer's customer support.

Meet the Panel

Dr. Dennis DeTurck
Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

Dr. Janet Tighe
Dean of Freshmen and Director of Academic Advising

Peter Struck
Undergraduate Chair, Classical Studies

Kenneth Grcich
House Dean, Rodin College House

Overview

Class of 2010 & Later

Class of 2009 & Earlier

Pilot Curriculum

Departments & Programs

List & Links Offices Undergraduate Chairs

Majors