Samarkand State Medical University (SSMU) is dedicated to supporting student parents by providing resources and assistance that enable them to balance their academic commitments with family responsibilities. While SSMU does not operate an on-campus childcare facility, we are committed to helping recent mothers and student parents access reliable childcare options so they can fully participate in their studies.
Childcare Information and Referral Services
Recognizing the importance of dependable childcare, SSMU offers guidance and resources to help students locate nearby childcare facilities and services:
Childcare Referrals: SSMU maintains a list of trusted local childcare providers and early childhood centers close to campus. This list is available through our Student Support Office and includes a range of options suited to different schedules and age groups.
Information on Financial Assistance for Childcare: Our Student Support Office can connect student parents with local government programs and non-profit organizations that provide financial aid or subsidies for childcare services, making these options more affordable.
Flexible Learning Options for Student Parents
SSMU understands that recent mothers may need additional flexibility as they transition back to academic life. To support them, we offer: Remote and Hybrid Learning Options: Many courses are available online or in a hybrid format, allowing student parents to attend classes remotely while caring for their young children. The educational process is carried out at mt.sammu.uz.
Customized Study Plans: Academic advisors work closely with student parents to create study schedules that align with their family responsibilities, offering flexible solutions for course loads, exam schedules, and deadlines.
Parenting Support and Community Groups
We encourage recent mothers and student parents to connect with each other through SSMU’s Parenting Student Network, which provides:
Peer Support and Resources: The network connects student parents with peers who understand the unique challenges of balancing parenthood with academics. Through this community, parents can share advice, resources, and encouragement.
Workshops and Events: SSMU hosts workshops on topics such as time management, family-friendly study strategies, and parenting resources, helping students find practical solutions for balancing family and academic life.
Private Nursing and Lactation Rooms on Campus To support recent mothers returning to campus, SSMU provides private, comfortable spaces for nursing and pumping: Lactation Rooms: Designated lactation rooms are available on campus, offering a safe and private area for breastfeeding mothers to nurse or express milk comfortably. Accessible Locations: These rooms are conveniently located near study areas and lecture halls, ensuring that student parents can attend to their needs without significant disruption to their schedule.
While Samarkand State Medical University does not operate its own childcare facilities, we are committed to assisting recent mothers and student parents with finding childcare resources and providing flexible learning options to help them thrive in their studies. For more information about childcare support, flexible study options, or community networks for student parents, please reach out to our Student Support Office.
