Parents and Families

The Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects students' educational records, such as grades and tuition statements. Under FERPA, staff are not allowed to share information regarding a student's grades, conduct records, or health records without the written consent of the student. The only exception is in the event of a health or safety emergency.

For additional information about FERPA, please visit the UC San Diego Parent and Family Programs website. 

Each student arrives on campus with different backgrounds, experiences, and skills. No matter where your student is in their academic journey, encourage them to make use of the resources listed below:

• Campus Resources for Students (wellness, safety, and more)
• Campus Safety Resources and Emergency Contacts
• Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) for Parents & Families
• Life Skills (e.g., conflict resolution, cooking, personal budgeting, laundry, etc.), created by Revelle College
• Academic success resources and support
• Career services

• Thurgood Marshall College Parent and Family Orientation
• International Parent & Family Orientation
• Black, Latinx and Native American Family Orientation

As a parent, letting go doesn't necessarily mean disengaging. There are a number of ways to stay involved in the TMC family:

• Follow Marshall College on Instagram (@yourtmcfamily)
• Follow Marshall College on Facebook (@ucsdtmc)
• Family Weekend (October)
• UC San Diego Parent & Family Programs

Video by Professor Marshall Duke: Parenting a College Student