New Student Newsletter

January 20 | Issue #6 | New Student Edition

Getting Involved on Campus

This newsletter shares ways for new students to get involved on campus through activities, student organizations, and other campus events.

Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Get Involved at USI : 1. To develop a connection to campus 2. To build your resume and network with professionals and community members 3. To meet other students with similar interests as you 4. To advance your leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills 5. To enrich your collegiate experience by bettering yourself while making lasting memories

Student Development Programs

Student Development Programs (SDP) promotes student learning by providing leadership education, avenues for student involvement, and personal growth opportunities to develop responsible individuals as engaged members in their communities. SDP helps students make the transition to the college life, they advise student organizations, the Activities Programming Board, fraternity and sorority life and offer a variety of leadership development programs and workshops. Student Development Programs is located in UC East by the Fireside Lounge across from Cyclone Salad inside the office suite. LEARN MORE

Student In volv ement Fair

Wednesday, January 22 - 11 am - 2 pm University Center Come check out and learn about student organizations, get free other giveaways. This is a great way to see options for involvement.

Getting Involved

EagleSync is a web based tool USI students use to manage their co-curricular activities.  Explore Student Organizations at USI:  1. Log in to  my.usi.edu 2. Click on EagleSync icon on the left 3. Update your profile and Notification settings 4. Search  Student Organizations  that interest you! LOGIN Office of Religious Life Religious life is another place to get involved at USI! Religious Life provides religious  guidance  and worship opportunities for students, faculty, and staff. Their goal is to get the word out on ways to stay active in your  faith life  while at USI. They offer retreats, fellowships, bible studies, worship mass, service opportunities, and  educational programming ! Visit the Office of Religious Life  on the corner of O'Daniel and Clark Lane. LEARN MORE

Multicultural Center

The Multicultural Center in another place to get involved! Their goal is develop  diversity awareness  within students and provide an inclusive environment for diverse populations at USI. Visit the Multicultural Center in the University Center East 1244! Diversity and Inclusion What is Diversity and Inclusion? Diversity: combined strength of the abilities, cultures, ethnicity, experiences, gender, religion, and talents each person brings to USI. However, diversity is broader than these categories. Inclusion: appreciating and respecting those distinctive characteristics each member adds to the community.Inclusion is more than just about diversity. Real inclusion is creating a climate where everyone feels valued and appreciated. Why is it important? This is the best environment for students, faculty, and staff to thrive.

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Fraternity and Sorority Life

Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL) at the University of Southern Indiana is designed to help students make the most of their time on campus and help them to develop into responsible, social, and contributing members of our society. There are  13 nationally-affiliated chapters  and the governing councils - the Interfraternity Council (IFC) and the Panhellenic Council (PHC) How do I Join? Joining a fraternity or sorority is a  life-long commitment  to fraternal values of leadership. IFC fraternities and Panhellenic sororities select their members through a  recruitment process, often referred to as "formal recruitment."  The IFC and PHC organizations at USI have both formal and informal recruitment processes. Formal recruitment for fraternities and sororities takes place during the fall semester with all chapters, while informal recruitment occurs during the spring semester (some chapters may choose not to participate).

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USI Insider Tips - Spots to Visit

Student Involvement Center :  Located in the lower level of University Center East, it is home to the Student Government Association (SGA), Activities Programming Board, Fraternity and Sorority Life and other campus organizations.  Cinema USI :  Shows the most recent movies to be released to the public for free to all USI students with a valid USI Student ID. Free popcorn at each movie! Movies are Thursdays at 9 p.m. and Saturdays at 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. in Forum 1.

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Reminders and Upcoming Events

Stay Connected Join the Class of 2023 Facebook group or the  USI Transfer Student Facebook group Campus Resources Bursar (Student Accounts) Counseling Center Dean of Students Office University Health Center Student Involvement Fair Wednesday, January 22 | 11 am - 2 pm University Center USI Homecoming -- February 10-15 Event Details Missed a newsletter issue Read past weeks here Welcome Back Weeks Check out what is happening for new and returning students during the first two weeks of the spring semester. Read m LEARN MORE

This issue is the last one for the First Year @ USI Newsletter Series. Please stay in touch with Student Development Programs at  facebook.com/usisdp/ .

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