Parents
Notification of on-campus emergencies is now as close as your cell phone. All students, faculty and staff are encouraged to sign up for Alert EIU, a text-messaging system that alerts subscribers to situations that require immediate action. To sign up, or to learn about all of EIU's emergency communication methods, please visit www.eiu.edu/alerteiu.
The Nuts and Bolts of EIU for Parents...
We know letting go is hard. This new chapter in both your lives is exciting, and maybe a little bit scary. We hope to ease some of the anxiety by providing you with information that will make your decision, and the transition that follows, as easy as possible.
The links on this page should help you learn more about EIU, from campus and community information to details on key processes you're about to experience. If at any point you're feeling lost or confused, please contact us, and we'll be happy to help you find your way.
Parents, you are EIU, too!
Helpful Links
- Orientation
- Offices




