Parent Guide: 10 Ways to Support Your Trailblazer’s Success
Reframe College as an Investment
Help them see that their time in the Student Success Program is a down payment on their future. When they feel overwhelmed by a tough assignment, remind them of the “why” behind their hard work and the career goals they are reaching for.
Normalize Using Campus Resources
Encourage them to see the Student Success Center not as “extra help,” but as a professional edge. Remind them that the most successful students are the ones who use tutoring, Peer Coaches, and faculty office hours early and often.
Coach, Don't Play: Encourage Self-Advocacy
When a problem arises, try asking, “Who on campus can help you solve this?” instead of solving it for them. Empowering them to speak with their Academic Success Advisor or professor builds the confidence they’ll need in the professional world.
Celebrate the "Learning Curve"
Mistakes are proof of progress. If they hit a stumbling block, help them see it as a data point rather than a defeat. Ask, “What did you learn from this that will make the next attempt better?”
Redefine "Asking for Help" as a Strength
Remind your student that high achievers—from CEOs to athletes—all have coaches. Asking for help isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s a sign of a student who is serious about their goals.
Foster Independence Through Partnership
Give them the space to manage their own schedule and deadlines. Being a partner in their journey means cheering from the sidelines while they hold the “keys” to their own education.
Stay "In the Loop" on Financials & Academics
Encourage your student to check their Utah Tech email and student portal weekly. Knowing their GPA standing and financial aid status prevents surprises and keeps them in the driver’s seat of their education.
Cultivate "Grit" and Resilience
Success isn’t always a straight line. When things get tough, remind them of their past wins. Help them develop the “Trailblazer Grit” to stay the course when the climb gets steep.
Encourage the "On-Campus" Experience
Community is the “glue” that keeps students in college. Encourage them to stay on campus between classes, join a club, or hang out in the Student Success Center. A connected student is a successful student!
Practice the Art of Patience
Remind them (and yourself!) that finding a “groove” and a community takes time. The first few weeks are a transition; encourage them to give themselves grace as they adjust to this exciting new chapter.
Here are some other links that will be helpful to you.
The link below will take you to our Parent and Family Resources for additional information on how to help your student be successful.
Utah Tech Parents and Families
FERPA stands for Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. FERPA is a federal law that prohibits UT from releasing your student’s personal information, grades, and schedule to anyone. Your student can fill out an information release form to allow you to access this information and act on their behalf. Here is more information on FERPA.
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Contact
Jamie Kearra
Director of Student Success
Email: Jamie.Kearra@utahtech.edu
Phone: 435-879-4613
Office: Browning 114