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As temperatures drop slightly and leaves begin to change colors, we approach the midpoint of the semester. Now is a great time to check in with your student and ask how he/she is feeling about his/her classes and upcoming midterms. If you find that your student may need some assistance, the
Student Success Center
is an excellent resource to recommend.
The official midpoint of the semester is Monday, Oct. 10,
which is the last day your student can drop a course or withdraw without a grade of "WF" being recorded.
We had such a wonderful time welcoming parents and families to Parents Weekend 2016. The university hosted over 8,500 people from 42 states for this three-day celebration! Parents Weekend 2017 dates will be announced in the spring.
You can continue to stay connected to our office by calling the Parents Assistance Line at 1-800-868-6752 or sending an email to
[email protected]
with your questions.
Additionally, make sure to like us on
Facebook
, follow us on
Instagram
and visit the
Parents Programs website
for timely posts and monthly tips to supplement this newsletter
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Pictured above: Students participate in an Alternative Fall Break on St. John's Island.
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Fall and Thanksgiving break airport shuttle
Each year, Student Government sponsors a free shuttle to the Columbia Metropolitan Airport for students during certain university breaks.
This service will be available for fall break and will run Oct.12 and 13, with trips departing at 5 a.m., 9 a.m., 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Students can also be picked up from the airport at the conclusion of the break on Sunday, Oct.16 at 9 a.m., 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Reservations must be made for the shuttle by Friday, Oct. 17 at noon
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The shuttle will also be available for Thanksgiving break and will run Nov. 22 and 23, with trips departing at 5 a.m., 9 a.m., 1 p.m., and 5 p.m. Students can be picked up from the airport and returned to campus on Nov. 27 at 9 a.m., 1 p.m., or 5 p.m.
Reservations must be made for the Thanksgiving shuttle by Friday, Nov. 18 at noon.
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University Housing reminders
Residence hall opening and closing information
To assist residents with travel planning, University Housing publishes residence hall opening and closing dates on an
online calendar
. Please use this calendar as a resource to help your student plan for university breaks.
On-campus housing interest form
The on-campus housing interest form for Fall 2017/Spring 2018 will be available Oct. 3 through Oct. 31. This includes housing opportunities for upperclass students in the new health science community that President Pastides highlighted in his state of the university address this month. Please remember that housing registration is based on the community your student would like to participate in.
Additional questions about procedures or residence hall closings? Please visit the
University Housing website
or call 803-777-4283.
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CarolinaCard and Carolina Ca$h
The fall semester is speeding by, and midterms are swiftly approaching. With that in mind, it is important to make sure your student has any and all items they need to ensure academic success. Be sure your student has plenty of Carolina Ca$h on his/her CarolinaCard to make any purchases needed to get through midterms. Carolina Ca$h may be uploaded anytime via the CarolinaCard website.
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Part Two deadline approaching: AlcoholEdu and Haven
All new undergraduate students (freshmen, transfer and change-of-campus) at the Columbia campus enrolled for Fall 2016 and under the age of 23 are required to complete the AlcoholEdu and Haven online courses. Students must complete part two of each course by Tuesday, Oct. 18.
How do students take AlcoholEdu and Haven?
Students should log in to Self Service Carolina and click on the "AlcoholEdu & Haven" box. Instructions on how to complete the course can be found here. Students must complete part two of each course by Tuesday, Oct. 18. Failure to successfully complete the assessment will result in a hold being placed on the student's record, making him/her ineligible to register for Spring 2017 classes.
Can parents take AlcoholEdu and Haven?
Parents can view an introduction and overview of the AlcoholEdu course. Visit www.everfi.com/login and click "Sign Up" (upper right-hand side). Enter registration code "PSNS" and click "I'm a student." You will be prompted to complete some basic information and then should be able to take the course.
Parents can also take the Haven course. To log in, click "sign up" and enter "havendemo" in the registration code. Then, click "I'm a student," and you will be prompted to enter some basic information about your student. Finally, choose "parent" under the group listing, click "finished" and then click "get started" to access the course.
For more information about AlcoholEdu and Haven, click here. For additional parent resources, you may visit AlcoholEdu for Parents or contact the Substance Abuse Prevention and Education office at 803-777-3933.
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Opportunities to share with your student
Flu shot clinic
The Thomson Student Health Center has the flu vaccine and no appointment is needed to be vaccinated. Flu shots will be given at the health center from 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Monday through Friday. However, to reduce possible wait time, students also can attend one of the upcoming flu clinics. Flu shots are free for students who have paid the student health fee, which is included in the tuition of students enrolled in six or more credit hours. For students enrolled in five or fewer credit hours who have not paid the student health fee, the flu vaccine is $20.
Resident mentor sign-up
Is your student looking to gain leadership opportunities and guarantee his/her housing on-campus next year? Encourage your student to register to become a Resident Mentor (RM). University Housing will be hosting interest meetings throughout the month of October and interested students should contact their current RM or visit the University Housing website for more information.
USC Homecoming: "Falling for Carolina"
USC celebrates Homecoming Oct. 30-Nov. 5, ending with the football game on Saturday against Missouri. This year's theme, "Falling for Carolina," encourages everyone to remember and appreciate the reasons we've fallen for this amazing university. Click here for more information and to view the schedule of events for Homecoming 2016!
Suicide prevention gatekeeper training
The university is dedicated to reducing the number of suicides and suicide attempts and to mitigating their impact on our community. Suicide prevention gatekeeper training is a great way for students to learn about warning signs and appropriate ways to react if they notice a friend exhibiting these signs. Students can register for the training at this site.
Health Professions Fair
The Health Professions Fair is an opportunity for students to meet potential employers to discuss internship, co-op and full-time positions in the fields of nursing, physical therapy, public health and social work. The fair will be held on Monday, Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Russell House Ballroom.
Graduate and Professional School Fair
If your student needs to research graduate schools as he/she prepares to live out his/her career goals, encourage him/her to attend the Career Center's
Graduate & Professional School Fair
on Thursday, Nov. 10. Graduate and professional schools will attend this fair to recruit USC students for their graduate and professional academic programs. For a list of participating institutions, click
here
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University news updates
President Pastides makes ninth State of the University address
The University of South Carolina is well positioned to prepare 21st century leaders and workforce-ready graduates, President Pastides said. A transcript of his address, given on Sept. 14, can be found online.
Read more >>
First-Year Reading Experience welcomes author
The University of South Carolina welcomed Marian Wright Edelman, author of this year's First-Year Reading Experience book, "The Measure of Our Success," to campus. Edelman provided a question and answer session before her arrival to begin the dialogue about the themes and her inspiration.
Read more >>>
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Important upcoming dates
Oct. 10: Last day to drop a course without a grade of "WF" being recorded.
Oct. 13-14: Fall break (no classes)
Oct. 18: Deadline for new students to complete Part Two of
AlcoholEdu and Haven
Oct. 31: 2017-2018 Housing Interest Form due
Nov. 7-11: Carolinian Creed and Diversity Week
Nov. 10: Graduate and Professional School Fair
Nov. 21: Tiger Burn
Nov. 23: Residence halls close at 10 a.m.
Nov. 23-26: Thanksgiving break (no classes)
Nov. 25: Residence halls open at 8 p.m.
Dec. 2: Last day of classes
Dec. 12:
Commencement
Dec. 13: Residence halls close at 10 a.m.
Jan. 4: Residence halls open at 8 a.m.
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