<p>Hi There,
I am a parent of a Junior son and would be very happy to help out with any questions you might have. Just private message me.</p>
<p>GO BLUE!!</p>
<p>There’s a Parents of University of Michigan Facebook page somewhere.</p>
<p>Yes, I am well aware of that. Thks.</p>
<p>Yup, my son was a Sophomore transfer and my daughter is a HS Senior that has been deferred.</p>
<p>Theoffer was just to get you on the facebook parent site - fyi. I asked a question in a PM but got a response to go on facebook. I do not want to be on a facebook site. So just fyi Parents, PM this person will not get you any information - just an invitation to FB.</p>
<p>I assure you I have no hidden agenda. Just trying to help parents of admitted students that want mature answers to their questions from experienced U of M parents and alumni. Berating me will not help others. This CC site is mostly for students not parents with real concerns. We go far beyond the whole “chance me” conversation. We are a closed site for parents only. So sorry if you were somehow offended. Facebook is not for everyone and I appreciate that. Enjoy your day!</p>
<p>Oh and Bigdoglover, I am more than happy to answer any questions you may have about the U of M on this site as well. I will not PM you. :)</p>
<p>Hardly berating - just think people have the right to know. I don’t understand why you don’t just say please join our FB Parent page and leave it at that…rather than have people PM you just so they can referred elsewhere. I have been on the FB site and I don’t have the time to read through a lot of peoples social comings and goings to try and get information.</p>
<p>I think that is why the FB site is good for some who want information but also want much more on-line socializing. Some, like myself, are focused on helping my D make a decision about what college to attend and prefer to get information here on CC from both Parent and students and alums.</p>
<p>Sorry you feel that way, we have been in existence for almost 3 years with over 300 members and have discussed everything from academics to zip cars. Most folks have said that we are the best site they have been on. We have many male parents on our site as well. Whatever…you know what is best for your needs.</p>
<p>I joined the FB site a year ago and really found little value. Lot’s of topics were not pertinent to my needs. It was fine but not really for me. But I’m a second generation Alumni and was born and raised in Ann Arbor so I am not a typical parent.</p>
<p>I totally disagree with Bigdoglover and Beechw00d. The fb page for michigan parents is amazingly helpful for any parent of current or potential michigan students. If you don’t want to “socialize” by participating in the posted discussions, there are tons of files to look at that contain useful information about everything from class registration issues to transportation options. I’m not a big fb person either, and don’t normally post comments on the site, but it really has been so helpful to this freshman parent.</p>
<p>njmom - not sure how you can “totally disagree” with me. I have no opinion on it. I said there is too much on FB that I’m not interested in. For others it might be the best thing since sliced bread and that is wonderful.</p>
<p>Again, and for my last time. I disagree with someone posting here that my kid goes to Michigan and I’d be glad to answer any question via a PM. So I send a PM and get a generic response telling me to join FB. Sorry, I think that is silly - to use this as a marketing tool to push people to FB. Why say you will answer questions when you won’t.</p>
<p>Anyway this has gotten a bit out of control. In no way am I or do I want to judge the Michigan FB page! Luckily plenty of people will answer questions via this forum or PM. And thats all I and I’m sure some others were ever looking for.</p>
<p>In an effort to please both the administrators and some folks on this site I have decided to discontinue this conversation all together. All the best if your student’s decide to GO BLUE!!!</p>
<p>Just a note. I know that Facebook isn’t for everyone. That being said, whenever a person asks a question about almost any subject from Roommates,Housing and really any facet of the experience it is usually answered within a few minutes by someone. The social aspect became a part of the site really by parents connecting in a common experience for their kids. The founders found each other on College Confidential and started the site as a support system for parents of five freshman who were starting school and had a lot of questions to get answers to. The site grew to over 300 members with the founders just paying it forward. If you don’t want to participate fine. It’s an outstanding site and if you ever want to browse you will be welcomed with open arms.As for the comment about the site not having much value…you really must be kidding me. I am one of the founders…my son is a junior and I can give you lots of thought as to what your daughters experience will be like. Hope you join us and Go Blue!!</p>
<p>And one more thing beechwood, The files alone have a wealth of information to make navigating a big school a little easier. I wrote this reply as to make sure you didn’t turn off other parents who may gain a lot from the site. And the sites only agenda is helping new parents find their way.</p>
<p>I guess you can’t have an opposing opinion. An amazing amount of “selling” going on here. If you read my note again “Lot’s of topics were not pertinent to my needs. It was fine but not really for me.” I don’t believe that is a blanket statement that should apply to everyone, just one man’s opinion.</p>
<p>I do apologize Beechwood, I did read your reply and see where you are coming from. When you are an OOS and you have to figure out how to get the stuff to and fro…a lot of pressure is placed on parents how to get it done. The page is just a resource page…not really a selling page. I think maybe we have become a little exuberant to help. However, there are files with a lot of good info for parents and if they need it , it’s there. Best wishes to your student and to you!</p>
<p>Bigdoglover, upon re reading your original post, I realize how you mis interpreted my initial contact with you. I fully intended to help you out with your question; however I do not have any personal experience with RC’s so I directed you to our site which likely has many folks that could have helped you out. That is all. I understand that not every discussion is relevant to everyone (much like on this site) but just like on this site, you have total control and freedom to ask questions either in the forum or in a private message to a member that perhaps shares your interest or concern. There is nothing to sell on our page. (no adds, pop ups etc) it is a closed site. This CC site has so many “potential” students and our site has mostly parents of “enrolled” students or alumni. The wealth of information that I have gained is immeasurable and just wanted to pass it on to others. That is it. CC just did not fill my needs. Some folks prefer to have an anonymous name and never really “connect” with others. I get that. I was looking for real connections with parents that had students excited to attend the University of Michigan. I have made some wonderful friends as a result. All the best!</p>
<p>Not a problem. As I said I’m sure the FB site is great for many. Best of luck with it.</p>
<p>@Beechwood the fact that you are so familiar with A2 and U of M makes you the perfect person to help other parents and students on any site. Sometimes life is not all about what we “get” but what we can “give” to others. I assure you the latter is much more satisfying. All the best as you continue to help others. Folks here on CC are very lucky to have your insight. GO BLUE!!!</p>