Authentic, relevant, and timely—these are our guiding principles for communicating with the UVM community. And families are no exception!
Our monthly newsletter, tailored specifically for current parents and families, is a collaborative publication sent from the Vice Provost for Student Affairs. Each edition includes general advice and reminders, upcoming engagement opportunities, and important news from across the university. View previous issues below! If you have suggestions for content, please do not hesitate to email us at studentaffairs@uvm.edu.
At UVM, our primary mode of communication is directly to our students. The Family Educational Rights Privacy Act (FERPA) and our belief in student independence and self-advocacy guides our thinking around communication. With this, our assumption is that you are also regularly in contact with your student. If an issue arises for your student, our hope is that you will empower your student to navigate the situation using the numerous resources available to them. Of course, if you or your student, have a concern or a question, and you're not sure where to begin, contact us.
In critical circumstances, our energy and attention will always be to your student first. However, in the context of a campus-wide emergency or an isolated incident in which a student may be a danger to themselves or others - we will use our best judgment and proactively reach out to families as appropriate.
We have also found families to be important strategic partners around public health initiatives—from COVID-19 to flu shots to managing stress and exams. We encourage you to join us in inviting students to put their wellness first.
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