By Kathleen Nguyen

What is the PFA?• Started in 2005

by a group of parents

• A link between the University and the parents and family members of UO students

Why is it important?• Once students enter

college, they are adults and responsible for their education as established by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

• The PFA offers resources for parents to be “in the know” without being the “helicopter parent”

Target Audience• Parents and family

members of UO students

• Traditional first-time, full-time first-year student

• Considerations for different generational needs

Membership Benefits• Enhanced

communication and information from the UO

• Monthly e-newsletters

• Access to administration and staff

Membership Benefits• Parent helpline• Crime Alert Notifications• Discount to athletic events

How To Get Involved• Regional Representative• PFA Executive Leadership Team