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What is Drexel Family Association?
The Drexel Family Association is an organization that provides information and support to parents/families and/or guardians of current Drexel
students. The association offers families a special connection with one another and encourages parents to participate in the Drexel University community.
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What is the purpose of Drexel Family Association?
Drexel Family Association exists to:
What does being in Drexel Family Association entitle me to?
Am I eligible to participate in Drexel Family Association and how long does my membership last?
Any parent/family or guardian of a student enrolled in classes at Drexel University is eligible for membership in Drexel Family Association and your membership continues until your student graduates.
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Why should I join Drexel Family Association?
How can I get involved in Drexel Family Association?
Your first step to getting involved in Drexel Family Association is to complete a membership form. Once your form has been received and we know how you would like to be involved we will send you a confirmation mailing that will detail any next steps. Involvement areas include:
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Do I need to attend Drexel Family Association meetings to be a member?
No, the Drexel Family Association’s annual meetings (held during Family Weekend) are optional. It is not required that you attend to be a member. Meeting minutes will be sent to all members who subscribe to the listserv.
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What is the Family Association Advisory Council?
The Family Association Advisory Council is an avenue for family members to get really involved in the work of the association. The Council serves as an avenue of communication and information for parents/guardians of students and prospective students. The Advisory Council plans and participates in programs that encourage family involvement, most notably Family Weekend, Lil’ Sibs Weekend, and New Student Orientation. The Council also functions as a sounding board between the Office of the Dean of Students and the parents/guardians.
The Council will work directly with the Dean of Students in promoting new programs or proposed new ventures. Finally, the Council initiates new programs for the benefit of parents/guardians, students and the Drexel University community. back to top
How often will the Advisory Council meet?
The frequency of the Council meetings will be determined by the family members who join the Council. Meetings can either occur in the Dean of Students Office on the University City Main Campus, over the telephone, or even via email. The goal will be to schedule meetings so that they are convenient for everyone.
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What is the Parents Fund?
The Parents Fund is an initiative of Drexel University’s Office of Institutional Advancement’s Annual Fund campaign. Family members are afforded the opportunity to participate in the fund financially by making donations to the fund, or by volunteering your time to the Parents Fund Committee, which helps to raise awareness of the Parents Fund and assist during family events on and off campus to further enhance the overall giving percentage.
Note: When making a secured online gift to the Parents Fund, please make sure to stipulate “Parents Fund” under “Special Instructions.” To make your online gift now with a major credit card to the Parents Funds, click here. back to top
Is there a fee to join the Drexel Family Association?
No, there is no fee to join the Drexel Family Association.
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How can I join?
Click here to fill-in the Online Membership Form.Click here to download a fill-in Membership Form (PDF) to complete and return by email, fax or mail it to: Drexel Family Association Office of New Student Family Programs 3210 Chestnut Street, Suite 215 Philadelphia, PA 19104 F: 215.895.2500 E-Mail: tsb27@drexel.edu If you have any questions, please call 215.895.2506 back to top |
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