Knights with Dependents
Knights with Dependents
Supporting SUNO student-parents, caregivers, and families on the path to graduation.
Being a Knight means showing up—for yourself, your family, and your future. If you are raising children while pursuing your degree, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Who This Page Is For
This page is for Southern University at New Orleans students who:
- Are parents or guardians
- Care for children
- Are pregnant or parenting while enrolled
- Are balancing family responsibilities with academics
You are not alone—and you don’t have to navigate SUNO without support.
About Generation Hope
Generation Hope is an organization dedicated to supporting student-parents as they pursue higher education while caring for their families. Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) is proud to partner with Generation Hope to support this initiative and help connect student-parents with resources, advocacy, and community support that promote academic success. Our Core Competencies for Student Parent Success are:
- Policy: Developing and implementing policies that positively impact student parents.
- Data: Enhancing data collection to better understand and support student-parents.
- People: Providing training and awareness to staff, faculty, and administration about student parents' needs.
- Culture: Creating a campus culture that fosters a welcoming environment for student parents.
Our goal is simple:
Remove barriers. Build support. Help student-parents thrive.
When student-parents are supported, families succeed—and so does our campus community.
Why Self-Identify as a Student-Parent?
Identifying as a student with dependents allows SUNO to better support you and connect you with available resources. Information is used only to provide support and advocate for student needs.
Benefits may include:
- Targeted outreach and communication
- Access to student-parent–specific resources
- Invitations to family-friendly events and workshops
- Priority consideration for certain supports (when available)
- Advocacy and referral assistance
Student-Parent Resources
Academic Support
Balancing coursework and caregiving is real—we’re here to help.
- Academic advising support
- Tutoring and learning assistance
- Flexible academic planning guidance
- Faculty advocacy and referrals (when appropriate)
Financial & Emergency Support
Unexpected expenses happen. Support is available.
- Emergency financial assistance (when available)
- Connections to campus and community aid programs
- Financial aid guidance and referrals
- Information on public assistance programs (SNAP, WIC, etc.)
Child Care & Family Support
Reliable care makes education possible.
- Child care assistance information and referrals
- Community child care resources
- Family-friendly campus initiatives
- Support for pregnant and parenting students
Health & Well-Being
Your wellness matters—for you and your family.
- Mental health and counseling referrals
- Wellness resources and stress-management support
- Connections to health and community services
Basic Needs & Essential Resources
Meeting basic needs is foundational to student success.
- Food assistance and pantry resources
- Housing and utility support referrals
- Transportation assistance resources
- Technology access and support
Community & Connection
You belong here.
- Student-parent community building opportunities
- Family-friendly campus events
- Workshops on time management, financial literacy, and self-care
- Peer connection and mentorship opportunities
Upcoming Events & Workshops
Check back often for:
- Student-parent workshops
- Family-friendly campus events
- Resource information sessions
- Community partner events
Student Voices
"Being selected as a Generation Hope Student Parent Fellow for the 2025–2026 year is truly an honor. As a student parent at Southern University at New Orleans, this support reminds me that my education and my family both matters. Generation Hope and SUNO continue to show that student parents belong, are valued, and can succeed with the right community behind them."
Frequently Asked Questions
Who qualifies as a student-parent or student with dependents?
Any SUNO student who is a parent, guardian, caregiver, or responsible for dependents.
Does identifying as a student-parent affect my financial aid?
No. Identification is used only to provide support and connect you to resources.
Is my information confidential?
Yes. Information is shared only with appropriate support offices when needed.
Get Connected
If you are a SUNO student with dependents, we encourage you to connect with Generation Hope.
