Family & Student Supporters Orientation Resources

Welcome to our Family & Student Supporters page. We recognize your support and guidance is integral to your student’s success and therefore we want to provide you with the information to assist them. 

Gold Book

Cover of the 2023-24 Gold Book with Goldie smiling

Gold Book is a guidebook to help you and your student in your first year at the University. Gold Book is designed to support your transition and includes sections on Life at the U of M, Learning at the U of M, and Your Next Steps. It will introduce you to some of the University’s departments and services—and the people, places, and things that will be a part of your daily life. Read and refer to this book as you prepare for your transition this fall. 

The 2023-24 Gold Book is now available.

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