Dear T-bird Parents & Families,

We are in that sweet spot of the semester just before midterms where students learn a lot about time management. Exams and deadlines seem to pile on quickly, and students often feel overwhelmed. It's a great time to remind your student that they can do hard things and that they are never alone. We have so much support on campus, please encourage your student to use any resources they feel might be helpful. Here are some resources your student may be interested in:

  • Tutoring Center- free drop in tutoring, study groups, and one-on-one tutoring. Students can also work with a tutor to improve study skills, test-taking strategies, and time-management.
  • Writing Center- free writing help for students of any major. Their website also includes writing tips and online appointment scheduling.
  • Speech and Presentation Center- assists students in writing and presentation of speeches.
  • Tutoring Center Online Resources- includes videos, worksheets, and links to help students improve study skills, test taking strategies, and study strategies.
  • Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)- on campus counseling center, free for students. Offers short term, goal oriented counseling. The Let's Talk series offers free, drop-in consultations around campus.
  • Student Support Services- developmental classes, skills courses, and academic and tutoring support for students who are first generation, first-time, low income, ESL, non-traditional, or have physical or learning disabilities.
  • Disability Support Center- support and services for students with disabilities who are overcoming different educational difficulties because of their individual challenges.
  • Gerald R. Sherratt Library- quiet study areas, print papers, get research help, reserve a study room, use a computer, make copies, check out calculators, I-pads, and books.
  • Reach out to their Academic Advisor for support, guidance in creating an academic plan, and preparing for graduation.
  • Schedule a Career Assessment with the Career Center to explore strengths and career pathways. 
  • Professor office hours- posted days and times professors are available in office to meet with students and answer questions. Office hours are listed on the course syllabus in Canvas. Students should come prepared with specific questions or concerns related to the class.
  • Form a study group with peers from the class.
  • Schedule a meeting with their ACE (peer mentor). Stop by the Nest, Student Center room 148, visit the Nest website, or call 435-865-8752 with any questions.  

Some great questions you could ask your student:
  • "Are you attending class regularly?" 
  • '"How are you managing your time?"
  • "What is the hardest thing about your classes?" 
  • "How are you studying for your classes?"
  • "Have you visited the tutoring center?"
  • "Do you set aside time for each class during the day to get your work done?"
  • "Have you been to your Professor's office hours and discussed your struggles with their class?"

There are so many resources available; let's help your student use them. We also understand that in many instances you may be the first to recognize that your student is struggling emotionally, physically, or mentally. We have created a way for you to report a student concern to SUU so we can help your student find success:  https://www.suu.edu/parents/student-concern.html .

I look forward to continuing to work together as we create a great experience for your student at SUU.
This Week on Campus
Friday, 2/22
Men's Tennis Match, Tennis Courts, 11 am
SUU Gymnastics Meet, Student Center, 6 pm
BSU Step Show, Auditorium, 7pm

Saturday, 2/23
Men's Basketball Game, AFEC, 2 pm
Country Western Night, Ballroom, 6 pm
Winter's Tale play, Black Box Theater, 7:30 pm
SUU Live, TBA, 9 pm

Monday, 2/25
Winter's Tale play, Black Box Theater, 7:30 pm

Tuesday, 2/26
Campus Connect Activity- learn about different campus clubs, Ballroom, 7 pm

Wednesday, 2/27
Candidate Debates, Living Room, 1- 3 pm

Thursday, 2/28
Carnival, International Affairs, 11:30 am- 1 pm
Polynesian Cultural Showcase, Auditorium, 7 pm
4th Annual Choir Rock Concert, Ballroom, 7:30 pm

Friday, 3/1
Casino Night, Ballroom, 7 pm
Polynesian Cultural Showcase, Auditorium, 7 pm
Dorm Room Project performance, Black Box Theater, 7:30 pm

Saturday, 3/2
Women's Basketball game, AFEC, 1 pm
Private Lives Play, Anes Theater, 2pm
Spring Swing Thing- concert and dancing lessons, Hunter Conference Center, 6 pm
Polynesian Cultural Showcase, Auditorium, 7 pm

SPRING BREAK 2019
March 11-15
No classes, campus will be open
Is your student looking for some Spring Break ideas? Here are a few ideas students shared with us:

Try an Alternative Spring Break experience through the Community Engagement Center . Trips are planned to Maui, San Diego, Peru and Ecuador. Have some fun, meet new friends, and make a difference.

Sign up for an Outdoor Center s pring break trip: 
Grand Canyon Rafting, March 8-10, $300.
Rock Climbing in St. George, March 9-10, Free.
Moab Multi-sport Adventure, March 13-17, $150.
Outdoor Center sign-ups happen in the Basecamp in the Student Center two Mondays before the trip.

The Office of Study Abroad has some short term study abroad options available during spring break. These are usually subsidized trips, intended to be more affordable for students who normally wouldn't be able to study abroad, more information available here .

Many students are tackling the Winter Blues bucket list over the break, as well as exploring area national parks and local sights and skiing or snowboarding at Brianhead . If your student is looking to explore outside the area during the break, we are aware of two shuttle services available south to the Las Vegas Airport and north to the Salt Lake airport and on to Idaho, more info here and here .
Stay connected!
parents@suu.edu | Southern Utah University | (435) 865-8752