Housing Connection for Parents
Welcome to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Parents Website. As the parent, guardian, or family member of a UNL student, you also become a vital part of our campus' extended family. We've designed this site with information specifically for parents/family members so you can support your son or daughter in his or her studies and college life.
Cancellation and No-Show Policies
Any student not occupying his/her room by 6 p.m. on the first day of classes shall be considered a no-show and will have his/her contract cancelled as of that time unless he/she has filed an official notification of delay of arrival by written notice, either by email or hand-delivered, submitted and accepted by University Housing, by 4 p.m. on the first day of classes.
Cancellation and No-Show Policies

Three Things Students Can Do to Have the Best First-Year Experience
by Sue Kelly-MooreAssistant Director of Residence Life, 402-472-1046, smoore3@unl.edu
When you think about it, making the transition from high school to college is a year-long experience of "firsts." Some "firsts" for students include moving into their residence hall room and sharing a room with someone.

UNLAlert Recommended For Student Computers
UNL is committed to the safety and security of its students, faculty, and staff, and visitors to campus. Students and parents are encouraged to install UNLAlert, a custom computer application designed to help facilitate early notification during emergencies.
UNLAlert comes to life with scrolling onscreen graphics and audio when UNL Police issue an emergency notice.
Anyone who wants to receive alert notices from UNL Police may download the application at http://emergency.unl.edu.

Handling alcohol and drug violations
Students spend almost two-thirds of their time in the residence hall during the academic year. Should a student encounter an alcohol or drug violation during his or her stay, Housing staff first want to support the student and help them find the needed resources.
Handling alcohol and drug violations
Resources
- What to Bring to Campus/Not to Bring
- The Most Important Conversation You Can Have With Your Student
- Help! What do I do?
- Cancellation and No-Show Policies
- Handling alcohol and drug violations
- College Drinking Prevention
- Returning Student Discount
- Fire Safety
- Parents F.A.Q.
- Roommate Realities
- On-Campus Residency Requirement
- Questions About Computers?
- What Should Parents Expect From Their Student The First Few Weeks Of Semester?
- Rights and Responsibilities As A Resident (pdf)


