The Purpose of the Student and Family Bridge Institute is to . . .

● Introduce students and families to AU school cultural shifts and principles

● Expose students/parents to issues affecting our common humanity

● Provide an environment that encourages students to develop a sense of existentialism and individuality

● Expose students/parents to leading thinkers on topical issues

● Expose students/parents to educational professional and personal opportunities

● Celebrate special events (e.g., Alumni Day, Founder’s Day, Scholars (Awards) Day)

● Develop in students/parents a sense of continuity and identity with their institution and brother/sister schools (other AU schools)

● Recognize and celebrate achievements of members of the larger Access Unlimited community

● Encourage appropriate student behavior in large-group settings

● Develop students/parents’ capacity to listen