Honors Parents
Barrett, The Honors College recognizes how important parents are to a student’s successful and fulfilling educational experience. We also know how much easier it can be to support and encourage your student if you have a good base of knowledge and feel that you are a part of our educational community. Barrett, the Honors College encourages active family participation in the college experience.
Barrett Honors Parent AssociationThe Barrett Honors Parent Association is a unique and very special part of Barrett, the Honors College. It is a voluntary, non-fee based group of parents who are committed to the life and future development of the college. . All parents of current Barrett students, whether living in Arizona or in more distant places across the nation and around the globe, are considered members of the Barrett Honors Parent Association. The Parent Association meets monthly to hear dynamic presentations about Barrett and ASU student life, plan their involvement in upcoming college activities, and to socialize. In addition, the Barrett Honors Parent Association actively participates in the following: |
     
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- Events and Activities Throughout the year, parents participate in events in conjunction with Barrett, including the Fall Welcome Hospitality Room, the Deans Reception, the Barrett Family Weekend breakfast and BBQ, Smoothie Saturdays during fall and spring exam weeks, and winter and spring Graduation Receptions. Honors Parent volunteers are among the college’s greatest assets.
- Barrett Boosters Barrett Boosters are parents who become contributing members to the organization. 100% of the funds raised by Booster Memberships are allocated to programming for Barrett students. Honors Parents interested in joining the Barrett Boosters can do so online using our secure web form. One year memberships are available for $50, or four year memberships are discounted to $150. You can also help the Barrett Boosters by making a contribution to the organization with our online donation form. Visit the ASU Foundation’s Giving Site and under Associated Fund, select the Barrett Honors Parents to donate to the Barrett Boosters.
- Email Listserv The Honors Parent Email Listserv keeps parents connected to Barrett throughout the academic year. Upcoming events and activities, along with college news and important reminders, are sent over the listserv. In addition to these announcements, the Barrett Bulletin is released on a monthly basis as a digest of opportunities available to honors parents. In order to be included in these email communications, you must sign up. To join the listserv, please send an e-mail to Neda Tavassoli (neda.tavassoli@asu.edu) titled “Subscribe to Honors Parents Listserv.” In the body of the e-mail, note your name and the e-mail address(es) you would like to have added.
- Barrett Store The Barrett Store is sponsored by The Barrett Honors Parent Association. Merchandise is available for purchase after monthly meetings, at major Barrett events, Smoothie Saturdays, and during Orientations. Profits from sales are used to enhance the Barrett experience for our students.
For more information about the Barrett Honors Parent Association, visit our website below. On our site, you can access meeting minutes and agendas, as well as archived copies of the Barrett Bulletin. http://www.barrettparents.org
Additional Opportunities for Honors ParentsRecruitmentProspective students and parents always enjoy hearing a parent discussing their feelings about the honors experience. Whether serving as a parent host at a recruitment event, meeting with or contacting prospective students and their families at the BHC complex or in your geographic area, or assisting with follow-up phone calls and e-mails, you can be a vital part of the recruitment process. We would love to have your active involvement. InternshipsIf your place of employment is in need of interns, there is no better place to turn than to Barrett, the Honors College, where many students are interested in internship opportunities to grow and develop their skills. For more information on internships, contact Jill Johnson. MentoringHonors Parents volunteer to serve as third readers on honors thesis projects or to meet with students on areas of special interest or expertise. For more information on how you can be involved in the fascinating and rewarding honors thesis process (and learn more about your son’s or daughter’s honors program at the same time!), contact Will Roberts. Annual FundThrough your charitable support as parents, we are able to increase scholarship funding, provide greater technology resources, enhance program offerings, and expand and beautify our campus and physical environment. Should you have any questions about specific giving opportunities at the BHC, please contact Neda Tavassoli. If you would like your gift to be directed to Barrett you may specifically donate to the honors college Dean’s Investment Fund. |
ASU Parents AssociationThe Barrett Honors Parent Association works collaboratively with the ASU Parents Association. The ASU Parents Association provides many additional opportunities for parent involvement. Visit the ASU Parents Association at http://www.asuparentsassociation.com/ |
Contact InformationFor more information on any parent programs or how to get involved, please contact Neda Tavassoli: Neda Tavassoli |
