Parent & Family Programs
Welcome to the Family!
We are so pleased that your student has chosen to attend Fairmont State University. Now that you have a student at Fairmont State University, you are a member of the Falcon Family, too!
As an Appalachian University, we understand the importance of family and that is why we make family a value here at Fairmont State University. Fairmont State provides an atmosphere that is inclusive and welcoming so that all families feel supported and empowered.
The goals of our program here at Fairmont State are to:
- Serve as a central resource for parents and families and enhance strong partnerships for student success.
- Develop and enrich parent and family involvement opportunities throughout the University Community
- Provide information about the student experience at Fairmont State
- Foster tradition, pride, and investments in our community.
Supporting Your Student Throughout College
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Family Weekend
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During this revitalized annual event, Fairmont State family members will have an unparalleled opportunity to check in on their students, to enjoy fellowship and share a meal, and much more. Family Weekend also provides a wonderful occasion for families to get a first-hand look at life as a college student. Families can attend a class with their student, enjoy a football game, or visit the Falcon Center recreation complex.
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Falcon Family
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Sign-up for FREE and partner with the University for your student's success. Run into a challenge along the way or have a suggestion for ways the institution can further its efforts to partner with parents/families? Reaching out to us via email is simple and provides a direct line-in to the change-makers. You can sign up for parent/family updates online!
Questions or concerns? Please contact falconfamily@fairmontstate.edu.
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Letters from Home
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Letters from Home is a new program here at Fairmont State University that keeps you and your student connected while your student is with us at Fairmont State. To participate in the program, simply download the template to your computer, type your message, and email it to falconfamily@fairmontstate.edu with your student's name in the subject line.
This will allow you to write a letter to your student at any point in the year and it will be delivered straight to their room.
If you have any questions please reach out to falconfamily@fairmontstate.edu.
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Reach Out
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Justin Rader, M.Ed.
Assistant Director of Student Life
Suite 317, Turley Student Services Center
304-368-7018
justin.rader@fairmontstate.edu