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About the Parents' Council
 What is the McMurry University Parents' Council?
It is made of parents like you who have the best interests of their students at heart. It provides a basis of support and lets you know all parents go through similar experiences. The Parents' Council serves to advise, support and inform the parents of present and former McMurry students and build relationships among the University's constituent groups, while encouraging participation in campus life.
Benefits of Membership
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Receive Papoose News, the Council's newsletter |
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You will receive the Chieftain/Connections, the University's alumni publications |
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Discount at the McMurry Bookstore - present your Parents' Council membership card & receive a 10% discount on all non-textbook and sundry items on purchases that total $5 or more. |
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You are able to take a more active part in your child's college experience |
Parents' Council Activities
The council meets twice a year to plan and participate in activities. Council activities include…
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Family Weekend September 16-17, 2006 |
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Representation at orientation and pre-registration sessions |
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Water stations during Freshmen Move-In |
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Annual award to honor an outstanding administrator or staff member who has exhibited superior dedication to students |
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Student scholarships |
Emergency Roadside Handbook
The handbook is provided to students from the Parents' Council and contains helpful information about what to do in a vehicle emergency or breakdown and important emergency telephone numbers. Perhaps more importantly, it lists by geographical area the names, addresses and phone numbers of all Parents' Council members, alumni and friends who are willing to assist students. If students have car trouble on the road or have an emergency, they know they can call for help from any listed member. Members are not obligated to provide monetary or roadside assistance, such as towing. However, assistance in securing help from appropriate entities, a ride into the nearest city or staying with a student until further help arrives is appreciated.
The Parents' Council Offers Scholarships
Membership dues and fundraising monies are used each semester for student scholarships. The council awarded $1800 in the Fall of 2003. In the Spring of 2004, the Council awarded $900 in scholarships. Preference is given to students who have a family member with a current membership in the McMurry University Parents' Council. Students may apply in the Office of Financial Aid.
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