Yes, they exist! McGill’s resources for students parents
As I said, I started a PhD with a 5-months baby at home. I thought I was alone in the world (ok, on the campus), but no! Last year, I don’t remember how, I learned that McGill has just created the Family Care Program. Because students parents are maybe not a big part of the McGill community, but they are certainly not a few, even if they are hard to track.
So I asked the new Family Coordinator, Julia Pingeton, a few questions about the program. I hope it will help other students parents.
Why does the Family Care Program exist?
The Family Care Program exists at McGill because the Senate Subcommittee on Women saw the need for someone dedicated to serving student and staff needs. There has always been someone working on family issues with the faculty at McGill, as the faculty relocation advisor, but there was very little in terms of support for students and staff. They got support from many other groups involved in family care and were able to fund a grant for this position for two years! This program aims to connect students and staff with children with resources on campus and in the greater Montreal community.
What services or events do you offer?
You can also look at:
Private Facebook group for student parents
Did you know all these resources and groups for students parents?
Ps:.: I made mistakes? Please, help me improve!
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