Dear Parents,
In a matter of a few weeks, your students will be home for the end of the semester and Christmas break. Maybe they are already with you after choosing to study virtually this month. I look back on those years when my son and daughter would return home with such fondness. They had changed but then, and still now, I cherish that time! I want to encourage and challenge you to seize the moments you have together. The one thing I learned as a parent was that my children didn’t always want to talk at a deeper level every time I wanted to. Shocker, I know. That is why I encourage you to be present with them - there is no substitute for quantity time. Your student has experienced a year like no other and they may just need some time to process. By being present, you will likely have the opportunity to get inside their world and speak truth and encouragement into their lives.
May this time of year be one of celebration and reflection on the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. What a gift God has given us; the best gift!
Wishing you all a Merry Christ-filled Christmas.
Scott Anderson ‘84
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2020 has been no laughing matter but making a place for laughter in the midst of our challenges may be our best gift to our families this Christmas. Even though making memories may take more creativity than it did in years past, how can we plan for exceptional connection and joy-filled celebrations despite the current restrictions? |
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Last chance to surprise your student with a finals week care package.
For $19.99, you can encourage your student during a stressful time of year while supporting our Student Government. When you send a care package, your student will receive notification through their UNW student email account instructing them to pick up their package at the Mail Center starting Thursday, December 10. The care package will include a variety of snacks and goodies for your student to enjoy during the long study hours.
Purchases must be made by 5 p.m. on Friday, December 4.
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Textbooks, textbooks, textbooks!
With the end of the semester fast approaching textbook rentals will be due so have your student check their UNW email for details if they have rental books. We will also have textbook buyback during Finals Week so follow us on social media for details. Books can be ordered for the spring semester soon!
We recommend ordering books by December 28th so there is time to fill orders before the semester begins.
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If your student is planning to take less than 12 traditional credits and/or they plan to take a combination of traditional and online courses, their financial aid eligibility and tuition cost will change.
Also, Federal and State requires that funds only pay for credits that apply directly to the student's degree completion. To receive the full amount of the Pell Grant (if eligible), your student must take at least 12 credits that count toward their program degree completion. To receive the full amount of the MN State Grant (if eligible), your student must be taking at least 15 credits that count toward your program degree completion.
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If your student is graduating, the account balance must be paid in full to receive a diploma or transcripts.
Continuing students will receive the spring semester bill the first week of January.
Current payment plan participants are NOT automatically enrolled in the spring payment plan. Students will need to enroll in a payment plan again for spring semester. Payment plan enrollment begins the beginning of January.
1098T documents will be available by January 31. Your student can sign up to receive an electronic 1098-T.
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In light of Governor Walz's "Executive Order 20-99" made on Wednesday, November 18, University of Northwestern – St. Paul has had to cancel the in-person December commencement services. In their place, UNW will be livestreaming two virtual commencement programs. All graduates’ names will be recognized and read in these virtual ceremonies, which will be held on December 18 and 19 at 6:00 p.m.
Be assured Northwestern is committed to honoring your student’s achievements this December. We look forward to celebrating with you and your student virtually on December 18 and 19!
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Students can feel a bit overwhelmed thinking about their future career goals and determining next steps. Our career coaches are happy to come alongside them to offer practical advice for their journey. We are open over break M-F 8:30-5 pm, so please encourage your student to reach out if we can help.
One suggestion over break:
Encourage your student to conduct one or two informational interviews which are simply conversations with family, friends, neighbors to explore various career paths, practice communication skills, build professional connections, or ask about potential job/internship opportunities for this spring or summer. Students can use this informational interview guide.
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Shop with the Campus Store this Christmas and help support UNW. All revenue we earn is reinvested into the campus community.
Follow us on social media @UNWCampusStore for details about our Christmas Sale, coming soon!
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Saturday, December 5
4pm - Livestream
UNW Music is pleased to reschedule the Con Brio Men’s Chorus/Amata Women’s Chorale/Northwestern Choir concert for Saturday, December 5, with a 4:00 p.m. livestream-only performance; no in-person audience.
We look forward to singing the repertoire we have prepared all semester, from classical selections to hymns and spirituals, this music will uplift and encourage your spirit. Join us in worship by obtaining a livestream ticket available at unwtickets.com or by calling the UNW Ticket Office at 651-631-5151.
Throughout the fall semester, UNW’s choirs have successfully implemented protocols to mitigate risk of virus transmission in our music rehearsals. These protocols will remain in place for our performances and include wearing a face covering while singing, maintaining 6-feet distancing between members, treating the air, hand sanitizing, and testing prior to concerts.
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Inspire a Dream
If you have a young writer with a gift for storytelling, come explore the 2021 Northwestern Christian Writers Conference. Godly instructors will introduce your student to the world of Christian publishing, where they can discover a bright future. Student registrations are 20% off during the month of January.
Tickets go on sale on January 11th.
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Over the next year, the Denler Gallery in partnership with UNW students of color, will be using its space to host a three-part exhibition titled “We the People.” The aim of this exhibition is to elevate underrepresented voices, spark conversation, and serve as a campus catalyst for change. Please visit the “We the People” exhibition page, linked below, for more details. |
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