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April
2 – Good Friday (no classes)
20 – SCHOLAR Day, Senior Recognition and Honors Convocation (limited to Mount Union students, faculty, staff, and administrators this year due to COVID-19 restrictions)
(no classes, classes resume at 6 p.m.)
28 – Last day of Classes
29 – Reading Day (finals begin at 6 p.m.)
May
5 – Semester Ends (11 p.m.)
7-9 – Commencement Ceremonies
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Commencement Weekend
May 7-9,2021
Remind your students to check their email for all details regarding Commencement.
The University of Mount Union is pleased to share that it will host a series of Commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2020 and Class of 2021 during the weekend of May 7-9, 2021 in Mount Union Stadium. By hosting several ceremonies in this venue, Mount Union will be able to provide an in-person Commencement experience while also adhering to COVID-19 safety protocols, including maximum capacities for group gatherings.
Due to capacity limitations and COVID-19 safety protocols, Commencement participants are limited to graduates, faculty, two guests per graduate, the platform party, and a handful of identified essential employees. Other campus community members, family members, and friends are invited to view the ceremonies via livestream.
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Upcoming Career and Vocation Events for Students
- April 13-14 – NOTED Education Job Fair (virtual), 2-5 p.m.
- April 14 – “G.P.S” Got Purpose Series, Vocation and Discovery, 7-8 p.m.
- April 22-23 – The Northeast Ohio Regional Career Fair (virtual), 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- April 30 – Healthcare Job Fair (virtual), opportunities in nursing, physician assistant studies, and physical therapy, time TBD
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Easter Gifts-to-Go
AVI, Mount Union's food service provider, is offerings Easter Gifts-to-Go that you may purchase and have delivered to your student. The cost is $20.95 per gift and includes:
- Bunny and carrot-shaped cut-outs
- Chocolate covered pretzels with Easter sprinkles
- Easter Mount Munch with Robin's Eggs
- Easter bunny cupcakes
The deadline for orders is Friday, March 26. If you have questions, please reach out to Kristen Croteau.
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Raiders Cove
Raiders Cove Resource Center, open to all Mount Union students, provides free groceries and hygiene items, a clothing thrift store, and access to bedding, school supplies, and more. We are also seeking AmeriCorps members to oversee this outreach next year!
Raiders Cove is located in King Hall (enter doors facing the quad) and is open Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday from 5:30 to 7 p.m., and Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m.
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Student Service Opportunities
March service projects coordinated by the Regula Center included planting succulents for Meals on Wheels recipients and nursing home residents. Take-and-make projects included placemats and cards for the individuals. We also collected donations and made 100 Easter baskets for Project KARE.
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We will host two in-person service projects in April, and students can register online.
The Regula Center would also like to remind everyone to be prepared and plan to vote in the May primary. Details about voting and information about events we are hosting in this area can be found on the UMU Votes web page.
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Parent and Family Reading |
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Helpful Resources from College Parent Central
Below are a handful of helpful resources – articles, podcasts, and information from College Parent Central – for this time of year!
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Important Dates
The Office of Business Affairs wants to make sure you are aware of dates that will be of importance to you and your student this spring:
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All Student Accounts: February 1 – A hold was placed and a 1% late fee was assessed to student accounts with balances over $500. A 1% late fee will continue monthly for any balance over $100. The hold status will not allow registration or viewing of grades. Transcripts will not be released to any account in hold status.
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Registration: Online registration for the fall 2021 semester begins on April 6.
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Seniors: If your student is a senior planning to graduate in May, please make sure your balance is paid in full prior to GradFest (formerly known as Senior Salute) on April 14.
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Parents: You can receive access from your student to make a payment on the Student Account Online page. Once received, you can make payment by visiting the Tuition Page and clicking the Parent Payment link in the Tuition Resources section.
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Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Should you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to contact us at (330) 823-6554 or toll-free at (800) 992-6682, ext 6554.
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FAFSA
Complete your 2021-2022 FAFSA at studentaid.gov! Completing your FAFSA and all required financial aid documents early will ensure that there are no delays in processing the student’s financial aid. Eligible tax filers can use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool to automatically transfer the necessary data into the FAFSA! Check out FATV for FAQs, helpful videos, and other important financial aid information.
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Parent and Family Facebook Page |
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The Parents and Family Association at Mount Union exists to provide an environment for you to be actively involved, engaged, and committed to the life and mission of the University of Mount Union and the success of all students.
Parents and family members are invited to join this private group as a way to start conversations, ask questions, and more.
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Help Unlock $175,000 on Raiders Give 2021
Mount Union’s fourth annual day of giving, Raiders Give, is just around the corner! Join fellow parents, alumni, and friends April 8, and make a big impact on current students in just 24 hours.
This year is special for more than one reason, as it also marks Mount Union’s dodransbicentennial … our 175th anniversary! In recognition of this important milestone, YOU can help unlock the $175,000 Trustee Challenge by being one of 1,000 or more supporters that day.
But that’s not all! Brad ’84 and Stephanie Carman, parents of Hayden Carman ’22, will give an additional $10,000 if 100 or more parents or family members participate.
Help celebrate our history and pave the way for our bright future. Learn more about Raiders Give and how you can make a difference at raidersgive.mountunion.edu.
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