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UPCOMING EVENTS & INFO


SUU Outdoors

Take A Hike Tuesday


Wallyball Wednesday


Parent Weekend

Friday & Saturday, February 18-19th

See full schedule below


President's Day

Monday, February 20th

No Class, campus is closed



Summer Registration Dates

Graduate Students & Seniors

Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 8:00am


Juniors, Sophomores, & Freshman

Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 8:00am





Fall Registration Dates

Fall 23 Registration is March 28 for Seniors.


Fall 23 Registration is March 30 for Juniors.


Fall 23 Registration is April 3 for Sophomores.


Fall 23 Registration is April 5 for Advanced Freshmen.


Encourage your student to set up their appointments with their academic advisor EARLY this semester!

Financial February

Finances are a very important component of college and we are here to help your student find the resources they need. From FAFSA to Scholarships to creating budgets, we've got you. If you feel like your student needs a little assistance with their finances, have them contact our Financial Wellness or Financial Aid offices to schedule an appointment.


If you feel like your student could use some extra help, send them this article with tips on how to thrive on college on a budget.


Here are some activities that will help your student with their finances:


  • Tuesday, 2/14, 12 -2 pm

Building a Budget Workshop

Learn how to build a budget, all while enjoying some Crumbl cookies! The event will be held in the Starlight room.


  • Friday, 2/17, 5 - 6 pm

Financial Pub Trivia

Come play some financial trivia while drinking root beer! The event will be held in the Perch


  • Wednesday, 2/22, 5- 6 pm

FAFSA Night

Do you need help applying for the 2023-2024 FAFSA? Come to FAFSA Night in the Nest from 5 to 6 pm.


  • Thu, 2/23, 12 - 1 pm

Scholarship Workshop

Learn how to look for and apply for a scholarship while enjoying some free pizza! The event will be held in the Cedar Breaks Room


  • Fri, 2/24, 5 – 6 pm

Financial Price Is Right

Come enjoy some Crumbl cookies while playing a game of the Price is Right (finance edition)! The event will be held in the Living Room

SUMMER CLASSES

By enrolling in classes over the summer, your student can check off those generals they’ve been meaning to take, focus on the more difficult classes, boost their GPA, and speed up their graduation date. FAFSA can cover the summer semester as well so they can use those funds wisely to help them get ahead in school. Plus, summertime in Cedar City can't be beaten! With the world's best backyard to explore and dozens of festivals to attend, there is always something to do. There is also a SUMMER SCHOLARSHIP available. Click here for more information.


Registration Dates

  • Graduate Students/Seniors Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 8:00am
  • Everyone Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 8:00am


Session Dates

  • Summer Semester Full Session: May 15 - August 20 
  • Summer Semester 1st Session: May 15 - July 2  
  • Summer Semester 2nd Session: July 5 - August 20 
  • Most summer courses are available in 7-week and full-term formats.


UPCOMING EVENTS

LOVE NOTES

Thanks for sending your love notes! Student should get them between 2/14 -2/19.

Parent and Family Winter Weekend

We can't wait to see you this weekend! See below for Event Details!

Friday, February 17, 2023

Parent and Family Check-In

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Nest, Sharwan Smith Student Center room 178

  • Come pick up your swag bag

SUU Men's Basketball Game vs. Utah Tech University

7:00 pm⁠ America First Event Center, Sharwan Smith Student Center GET TICKETS ASAP This game will sell out!

  • Students will need a physical ticket to enter. There will be a limited number of student tickets available. Your student can pick up their ticket in the STIL Center ST177 starting Monday 2/13!

Saturday, February 18, 2023

Parent and Family Check-In

9:00 am - 11:00 am⁠ The Nest, Sharwan Smith Student Center Room 178

  • Come pick up your swag bag

Active Family Fun

9:00 am - 3:00 pm⁠, J.L. Sorenson P.E. Building⁠

  • Active families will love exploring our PE building. Favorites include racquetball, pickleball, swimming, & indoor track.
  • Free to all families of SUU students (Saturday only)

STEM Activity

10:00 am - 11:00 am Starlight Room, Sharwan Smith Student Center

  • All families are welcome to come to this free event put on by our STEM Center

SUU Women's Basketball Game vs. Stephen F. Austin

2:00 pm America First Event Center, Sharwan Smith Student Center

  • ⁠Join us for an exciting game against Stephen F. Austin. Use this link to purchase tickets. Students get in free with a student ID.

Bingo Night

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm The Ballroom, Sharwan Smith Student Center

  • Come join us for a fun night with the chance to win some prizes, all while enjoying time with your student and other t-bird families.


TALKING COLLEGE

Have you created a budget? Are you sticking to it?

Paying for college can be overwhelming. Hopefully you have been able to talk money with your student before they started school this semester. If not, you and your student are in luck! Financial February is here, provided by the Financial Wellness Office. This month there will be a handful of events focused on helping students with their finances whether they need help with a budget, finding scholarships, learning about FAFSA, etc. The Financial Wellness Office is a great resource for your student when it comes to navigating financial obstacles/overwhelm. Encourage your student to set up an appointment if they need help creating a budget or sticking to it.

STUDENT RESOURCES

The following resources are available to all SUU students, please encourage your student to utilize the resources that would be helpful to them. To see the full listclick here.

  • Tutoring Center- drop-in tutoring, study groups, and one-on-one tutoring. Students can also work with a tutor to improve study skills, test-taking strategies, and time management.  
  • Tutoring Center Online Resources- includes videos, worksheets, and links to help students improve study skills, test-taking strategies, and study strategies.
  • Writing Center- resources and opportunities to encourage successful writers across all disciplines. Their webpage includes tips for writing and online appointment scheduling.
  • Speech and Presentation Center- assists students in the writing and presentation of speeches.
  • Student Support Services- developmental classes, skills courses, and academic and tutoring support for students who are first-generation, first-time, low-income, ESL, non-traditional, or have physical or learning disabilities.
  • Disability Support Center- support and services for students with disabilities who are overcoming different educational difficulties because of their individual challenges. Coordinate campus accommodations and access to services.
  • Gerald R. Sherratt Library- quiet study areas, print papers, get research help, reserve a study room, use a computer, make copies, check out calculators, Ipads, and books.
  • Visit Professor- office hours are posted days and times a professor will be available in his/her office to meet with students and answer questions. Office hours are listed on the class syllabus, which students can view in Canvas. Students should come prepared with specific questions or concerns related to the class. Professors want their students to take advantage of this time. They are the ones that create the content of the course so please encourage your student to go if they aren't understanding the material.
  • Schedule a meeting with their ACE (peer mentor). Stop by the Nest, Student Center room 178, visit the Nest website, or call 435-865-8752 with any questions, or to find out who their ACE is.  
  • Form a study group with peers from the class.
  • Reach out to their Academic Advisor for support, and guidance in creating schedules, and preparing for graduation.
  • Schedule a Career Assessment with the Career Center to explore strengths and career pathways.  
  • If your student is struggling with mental health issues, they can reach out to CAPS for counseling, group therapy, workshops, and additional support.

LET US KNOW HOW WE'RE DOING

Please take this quick survey to let us know a little more about you

and how we can better serve you.

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Spring 2023 Important Dates

If your student needs to travel, see doctors or dentists, plan around these dates.

Monday, February 20 Presidents’ Day No classes; campus is CLOSED 

Monday, February 27 thru Sunday, March 5 Spring Break No classes; campus is OPEN 

Thursday, March 9 Last Day to withdraw with W From individual course(s) 

Thursday, April 20 Last Day to withdraw with W From all courses

Friday, April 28 Commencement 

Quick Question

Is your student struggling? If so, what level of concern are they at?
Green: Things are generally ok, but you are starting to see them struggle.
Yellow: They aren't doing well and you feel like they need additional support to feel better.
Red: Things have become so difficult that you feel like they need help right away.
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