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The Millennials

The Millennials. " Millennials ” refers to a specific cohort of individuals born, roughly, between 1980-2000. " Millennials ” are primarily children of Baby Boomers, though some are children of the older Gen X adults. “ Boomlets ” – 2001 and on

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The Millennials

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  1. The Millennials • "Millennials” refers to a specific cohort of individuals born, roughly, between 1980-2000. • "Millennials” are primarily children of Baby Boomers, though some are children of the older Gen X adults. • “Boomlets” – 2001 and on • A central characteristic of what defines "Millennials” is that they have no memory of the Cold War, just as Generation X has no memory of the Vietnam War and the Baby Boomers have no memory of World War II.

  2. Common Beliefs and Behaviors Special Sheltered Confident Achieving Pressured Team-Oriented Conventional

  3. Academic Preparation Weak in basic skills Learn best in ways different from how they are taught Pragmatic Career oriented

  4. The Entitlement Generation • Shockingly high expectations for salary, job flexibility and duties • Mismatch between expectations and reality • Raised on extensive praise and expect it • Will share sensitive or private information • Need to know WHY something needs to happen and make things task oriented • Will work well with others from a different background • Formality of Mr. and Mrs. and cleaning up are sometimes lost on them • Need to learn what they’re good at and what they’re not • Not motivated by feelings of duty

  5. Demographic Changes

  6. TU’s Commitment to Diversity • Towson University values diversity and fosters a climate that is grounded in respect and inclusion, enriches the educational experience of students, supports positive workplace environments, promotes excellence, and cultivates the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community. www.towson.edu/main/abouttu/comdiv

  7. TU’s Commitment to Diversity

  8. TU’s Commitment to Diversity

  9. TU’s Commitment to Diversity • Campus resources • Reporting hate/bias incidents • Center for Student Diversity (CSD)

  10. TU’s Commitment to Diversity

  11. Stages of Parental Development • Parental years • Expanding • Developing • Launching • Empty nest Not all families follow these stages in a linear way

  12. LAUNCHING • As students are adjusting, so are their family members

  13. Family Feelings Can Come in any Combination • Sadness and loss • Excitement • Relief • Guilt • Not wanting to let go • Looking forward to new freedoms • Worries • About how student will fare • Normal developmental challenges • Particular pre-existing challenges • About finances • Uncertainty about new role

  14. Your Childhood video

  15. Continuum of Potential Responses • Families need to figure out how to be supportive while also encouraging their student’s growing independence.

  16. Scenario • You begin a casual phone conversation with your student about how things are going with classes. You hear that classes are difficult but manageable and that it is taking some adjusting to get used to college-level expectations.

  17. What do you do?

  18. 2 weeks later • You talk again. Your student sounds more distressed and says that they have missed several classes because they are feeling overwhelmed. They also say they feel like it’s hard to make friends and they feel lonely.

  19. What do you do?

  20. And what resources might they access? • Academic Advising Center • Academic Achievement Center • Counseling Center • Student Activities • Housing and Residence Life Staff • Disability Support Services • Center for Student Diversity • Faculty • You!

  21. 1 week later • Your student tells you that they just don’t have the energy to talk to their professors or make an appointment with any of those services. They have continued to miss classes and they are falling further behind. They are wondering whether Towson is the right place for them.

  22. What do you do?

  23. How do you directly assist? • Contact resources yourself to get guidance on how to help your child access them • Office of New Student Programs (410) 704-2309 or newstudentprograms@towson.edu • Contact Division of Student Affairs to consult on your child’s situation and potential sources of support • Lifeline - (410) 704-LIFE(5433) • www.towson.edu/studentaffairs/index.asp

  24. 2 days later • Your student calls in great distress. They have not left their room since you last spoke. They have no appetite and cannot sleep. They do not feel like they are able to reach out to any campus resources or friends.

  25. What do you do?

  26. How do you intervene? • Consider coming to campus • Determine whether the situation requires that your student come home or whether you might be able to assist your student with accessing campus resources • If you bring your student home, consult with appropriate resource people on campus (Office of VP for Student Affairs, Housing & Residence Life, Counseling Center)

  27. And now…. • Let’s make it a little more challenging!

  28. Scenario #3 • Your student calls home late on a Friday night and tells you they are not feeling well and that the Health Center is closed.

  29. What do you do?

  30. Scenario #2 • Your student got along great with their roommate first semester, but now the honeymoon is over. The roommate is borrowing clothes without asking, leaving the room unlocked, playing music too loudly, and eating your student’s Pop-Tarts.

  31. What do you do?

  32. Other scenarios?

  33. When to directly access resource/ intervene • Academic problems (missing classes, falling behind, low motivation) • Interpersonal problems (social withdrawal, disruptive behavior, difficulty connecting) • Behavioral problems (irritability, getting into trouble, poor self-care, substance abuse, disordered eating, non-suicidal self-harm) • Emotional problems (depression, excessive anxiety, suicidal thoughts)

  34. So how do YOU cope? • Recognize that not only is your student adjusting to college, but so are you • Reach out to others who have been through this experience • Activate your own support networks • Engage in self-care • Find ways to enjoy your new freedoms

  35. Overall Recommendations • Set up guidelines for staying in touch • Give advice sparingly • Try to let your student use resources themselves • Ask about classes, friends, activities • Be self-aware about your own motives • Pay attention to warning signs • Take care of yourself as you adjust along with your student

  36. Some Points to Ponder • What level of involvement is appropriate, healthy, and helpful? • The 90/10 balance—90 percent of life is great, it’s the 10 percent that we learn from. • 24 hour rule…act on something if it is still an issue 24 hours later. • Allowing your child to be uncomfortable is important.

  37. OneCard • The OneCard is the student’s all-access pass to Towson University • The OneCardacts as… • Student’s ID card • Holds meal plan • Holds dining and retail points • Access to residence hall • Retail points • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8i52mdhoJA&feature=plcp • Important website • www.onecard.towson.edu

  38. Dining Plans

  39. Parking • Residential Permit (virtual) • Limited number of permits for a designated garage • Need housing assignment before applying for a permit • Commuter Permit (virtual) • Designated spots on campus – specific to freshman status • Cost • Full year: $330 • Per term: $190 • Important website • www.towson.edu/parking

  40. Textbooks • Purchasing • University Store • Online or off-campus stores • Get receipts! • Book rental program • Pay one flat fee per book for the semester then the book is returned to the bookstore at the end of the term • Used Books • Used books are available to buy at the University Store • Important websites • Search www.towson.edu for University Store

  41. Academic Advising • First Semester Schedule • Student’s first semester schedule is based on the Academic Interest Form they complete before coming to campus. • FTP students’ schedules are created by the program coordinators. • ORIE 305 (not on FTP schedules) is a non-credit baring course hold for a time when advisors can meet with students. • Advisor • All students assigned a First Year Experience (FYE) Advisors. All students are required to meet with their academic advisor at least three times a semester, including an advising meeting to discuss and learn how to register for Spring classes. • Important website • www.towson.edu/academicadvising

  42. Welcome to Towson Orientation Schedule Saturday 8/23 Sunday 8/24 • Move-in & Packet Pick-Up (9 am – 5 pm) - Skills & Resources • Commuter Celebration (6 pm) • Parent Send-Off (6 pm) Monday 8/25 Tuesday 8/26 - Academic Transitions - Exploration of campus and Towson *Classes begin Wednesday 8/27*

  43. Bursar’s Office

  44. eBill Itemized Billing Statement Monthly Account Statement

  45. Methods of Payment Cash Check/Money Order ACH/eCheck Wire Transfer 3rd Party Payment Credit Card (Convenience Fee)

  46. Deferred Payment Plan How Does It Work?

  47. Refunds and Financial Aid Rebates The “DOC” Disbursement Online Center

  48. Your Student’s Financial Account and YOU Become an Authorized User

  49. Higher Education Tax Credit and the 1098- T Tax Form

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