How do parents and students say “good-bye”?
This is a very exciting day for both the student and parents. It tends to be easier to work through the details of the day if there are fewer family members involved in the process. Parents should encourage their daughter to say “good-bye” to their siblings and pets at home. Usually the students want to begin to meet their fellow residents quickly, so it might be helpful to share any last-minute bits of advice earlier in the day or week. Parents should inquire if their daughter wants assistance with room decorations and set-up or would they rather do that task on their own, or with their new roommate. Brescia University College offers a Welcome BBQ for Family Members on move-in day, and this tends to be a good time to make the separation.
