The Gator Family Connection
November 2019
It's hard to believe that November is already here! The holidays and the end of the semester are just around the corner. This is the time of year when students are stressed because of midterms and impending projects. They are close enough to Thanksgiving break to smell it, but also see how much is on their to-do list before that break actually happens.

One of the best ways to help your student during this time is to be a support system. Allow them to vent about frustrations. Offer advice when they need it. Reassure them they can finish this semester strong. 
 
Academic concerns can be consuming for students this time of year. The Counseling and Wellness Center has some great resources  on their website   that can help students address their academic concerns and finish the semester strong.   
Housing & Residence Education is excited for your Gators to Stay All In with UF Housing for the 20-21 school year! Housing agreements are available starting November 13. The selection schedule is based on current academic standing on OneUF. Here is the schedule timeline:

  • November 27: Seniors
  • November 28: Juniors
  • November 29: Sophomores
  • November 30: Freshman
  • December 1: Off-Campus Students

Click here for more information regarding housing.
It's that time of year: Flu Season! 

The CDC recommends annual flu vaccination. The flu vaccine can: keep you from getting flu; make flu less severe if you do get it; and keep you from spreading flu to other people. The University of Florida Student Health Care Center on campus offer s  free flu shots  to UF students with proof of insurance. 
Off Campus Housing Options

Is your Gator looking to live off-campus for the 2020-2021 school year? Off-Campus Life is here to help! 

Off campus housing can help you browse housing options, connect with potential roommates, and learn how to navigate leases on their  website.
The Spring 2020 course schedule has been released and advance registration is now available. Encourage your student to check their holds, review course offerings at OneUF, and reach out to their college advisor if they have any questions.
Applying for financial aid begins with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Complete the FAFSA form by clicking here.
 
You can file a 2020-21 FAFSA now! UF's "On-Time" deadline to receive the results of your 2020-21 FAFSA from the federal processor is December 15, 2019. Apply well before December 15 to ensure the federal processor has time to analyze and send the results of your FAFSA to UF.
 
Financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so apply as early as possible to be considered for the most, and best aid.

Visit UF's  Student Financial Affairs website  for more information on how to apply for financial aid.
Fall 2019 Commencement

The fall commencement ceremonies will be held on Friday, December 13 and Saturday, December 14. There are no tickets required for any of these ceremonies.

For a detailed schedule, check the commencement website by clicking here.

To sign up for weekly parent emails about these ceremonies, email
uf-commencement@ad.ufl.edu and request to be added to the list. 
Student Conduct Committee
The Dean of Students Office invites all students to apply to be a member of the Student Conduct Committee. The Student Conduct Committee provides its members the opportunity to be a leader among their peers and help other students going through the conduct process. 

Click here to apply!
Applications are open until 4:30 PM on November 8, 2019.
You’re invited to the
RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONIES
celebrating the opening of the Institute of Black Culture and the
Institute of Hispanic-Latino Cultures 

Alumni Mixer
Presented by the Warrington College of Business
Friday, November 15, 2019 | 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
The Social at Midtown
1728 W University Ave., Gainesville, FL 32603
Light refreshments will be served.  

Institute of Black Culture Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Saturday, November 16, 2019
11 a.m.

Institute of Hispanic-Latino Cultures Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Sunday, November 17, 2019
11 a.m.

Click here to RSVP by Friday, November 1.

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