Jaguar Connection - September 2026

September 2026

September 1

JagSPOT Opens for 2027-2028

Credit Balance Refund Review Process begins (Occurs in phases over several business days.)

September 7

Labor Day Holiday - USA Closed

September 11

Fall 2026 Payment Plan Installment Due

September 28

Mid-terms Begin

Unlocked: 2027-2028 Scholarship Applications

At South, we know paying for college can be challenging sometimes, and we want to help! JagSPOT, our online scholarship program opportunity tracker, has officially been unlocked for 2027-2028 scholarship applications.

Log in today to complete the General Scholarship Application, which will help match you to potential scholarships you can apply for through the system.

Tips:

Take the time to apply.
Read everything to make sure it is the right fit for you.
Do not miss the deadline. Stay on top of it!
Be thoughtful in your responses & proofread before submitting!
Remember, you may be eligible for more after your final fall grades post in December, so be ready to explore during the winter break too.
Don't forget to also apply for external scholarships and use search engines.

Set Yourself Up for Success with the Center for Academic Excellence

You don't have to navigate your classes by yourself. The Center for Academic Excellence (CAE) is here to give you an extra boost in your studies this school year!

If you are stuck on a tough assignment, prepping for a test, or polishing a paper for any course, CAE has you covered with:

Subject Tutoring & Writing Support
Peer Coaching & Group Study Sessions
Academic Success Workshops

Work with their team in the way that best fits your daily routine: drop by the 2nd floor of Marx Library or connect with a tutor online through Zoom.

Stop by early this semester and let them help you reach your academic goals!

Mental Health Matters - You Matter

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Our students' mental health and well-being are a top priority here at South. JAGS for JED is an initiative in partnership with The Jed Foundation (JED) to create a campus culture that prioritizes mental health, emotional well-being, and suicide prevention.

Mental health struggles are common, and no one should feel alone. Whether you need immediate support, ongoing care, or resources to help a friend, help is available.

Click Clear the Clouds for a quick game that leads to helpful resources.

Support the Jag Pantry This Fall

Looking for a meaningful way to earn service hours or give back to campus? Partner up with your friends and lend a hand at the Jag Pantry! You can easily browse shifts and register through South Serves.

If you can't fit a volunteer shift into your routine, dropping off a donation is another powerful way to help. The Jag Pantry gratefully accepts both shelf-stable goods and fresh, refrigerated, or frozen items from individuals and groups. (Please note: We are unable to take damaged or past-date items.)

Located in Meisler Hall (Room 2130), the Jag Pantry offers temporary food assistance to ensure every South student feels supported and respected during tough times. We encourage students visiting the pantry to grab just what they need for the week ahead.

Whether you give your time or donate items, your support makes a real difference!

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