Lindenwood Parent / Supporter Newsletter

January 2026

A Letter from Leadership

Dear Parents and Supporters,

Happy 2026! We are excited to kick off the new year with the inaugural edition of our Lindenwood University Parent/Supporter Newsletter. We know you play a vital role in your student’s success, and we look forward to sharing monthly announcements and information to help your students thrive.

We are honored that, together with your student, you’ve chosen to be part of our Lindenwood community. Along with my wife Beverly, we wish you a prosperous new year and look forward to seeing you on campus soon!

Sincerely,

Dr. John R. Porter

Lindenwood University President

Key January Dates

First Day of Spring 16 Week Semester: January 12

Martin Luther King Jr. Day (no classes): January 19

Inclement Weather Procedures

In the event of inclement weather impacting normal campus operations, Lindenwood University will issue an alert to all students and employees using the RAVE platform. Students can update this information in their student portal.

Students will receive a text message and email with any status changes. In addition, the University will post an alert to the main website and social media channels, as well as local news outlets. Follow Lindenwood on Facebook and Instagram for the most up-to-date information.

Welcome to the Spring 2026 semester!

As your student prepares to jump into their Spring courses, there are a few critical dates they should keep in mind. If your student has any questions about these dates, they should contact their Academic Advisor or the Advising team.

Last Day to Change Spring 16 Week or Spring 8-Week I Courses: January 16

Last Day to Withdraw from Spring 8-Week I Courses: February 15

Last Day to Change Spring 8-Week II Courses: March 20

Last Day to Withdraw from Spring 16 Week Courses: March 22

Fall 2026 Registration Opens: March 23-March 27

Last Day to Withdraw from Spring 8-Week II Courses: April 19

Accountability Contact - New Feature Available

Are you worried about your student keeping up in class or engaging support resources? Sometimes we all need a little nudge. Encourage them to set an Accountability Contact in their student portal.

Once a contact has been established, faculty and staff can communicate with the Accountability Contact if a student is not responding to other outreach.

Please encourage your student to set up this resource so we can collaborate toward their success and future. See instructions.

2026-27 FAFSA Form Now Available!

The 2026–27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is open. Applying early helps students qualify for the most scholarships and grants possible. Missouri residents are encouraged to file by February 2, 2026, to meet the priority deadline. Submit a FAFSA.

For assistance, your student can contact their Financial Aid Advisor or contact the Student Financial Services general inbox.

Scholarship Universe

Lindenwood partners with Scholarship Universe, a search tool for students to explore internal and external scholarships. Students can access the Scholarship Universe portal using their Lindenwood student credentials.

Payment Plans

Need to set up a payment plan? We're here to help. Use the video below to help you follow the steps online, or reach out to our Student Accounts team by email or phone, 636-949-4650.

Welcome Back Week & Mane Connection

We invite students to kick off the semester with Welcome Back Week activities. Check out some highlights below:

Student Organization Fair: January 14 at 4 p.m., Evans Commons Rec Center Courts
Blizzard Bingo: January 15 at 5 p.m., Hyland VIP Room
Cocoa and Chill: January 16 at Noon, Spellmann AB Leadership Room

Students looking to get plugged in on campus should visit Lindenwood's student engagement platform - Mane Connection! Here, your student can view student organizations, events taking place on campus, and other opportunities for engagement on campus.

Resource Spotlight:

All students have free access to Uwill, a mental health and wellness service offering counseling sessions, wellness activities, and valuable resources. Students can access three free telemental health counseling sessions with 24/7 availability through Uwill’s, Umatch service. Your student can access Uwill services through our University website. Uwill also maintains a 24/7 student mental health and wellness direct crisis connection, (833) 646-1526.

January Ticket Special

Thank you for being a proud supporter of Lindenwood University! We have an exciting Spring Semester coming up in our Athletics Department and we would love to have you come represent the Black and Gold! From now until January 31, we are offering $8 tickets to any of our upcoming home events!

For more information please visit the ticket page. Once on our tickets page, the discount code will be applied automatically at checkout. If you have any more questions, please contact our Box Office at 636-949-4433. Go Lions!

See the complete NCAA and SLS schedules for games, matches, and competitions.

The Amsinger Series: Cardinals New Era

January 16, 7 p.m.

The Lindenwood Theater at the J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts

Calling all Cardinals fans! Join MLB Network host, St. Louis native, and Lindenwood University alum Greg Amsinger for an intimate preseason conversation with the new Cardinals decision maker - Chaim Bloom and manager Oliver Marmol as they usher in a new era of St. Louis baseball. Get tickets.

Winter Dance Concert

January 29-31, 7:30 p.m.

Emerson Black Box Theater

This year’s Winter Dance Concert highlights the creative voices of our sophomore and junior choreographers. Each pair has crafted original work and set it on their peers, resulting in thirteen unique pieces that move through humor, heartbreak, imagination, and joy. The program offers an intimate look at the artistry emerging within our program and invites audiences to experience a wide range of emotional and creative perspectives. Get tickets.