AUGUST 2021 | Welcome to the Dragon Family Newsletter!
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College can be a challenging time for students. Whether your student is new to Tiffin University this fall, or returning for another exciting year, this chapter of their life comes with all sorts of peaks and valleys, from newfound independence to new faces and places, not to mention new and unfamiliar expectations, college is an exciting but challenging time not only for students but also for their families. As your student enters the fall semester, they will need your support, advice and sometimes even just a friend. The Dragon Family newsletter will serve as your monthly guide to helping support your college student. It will also be filled with campus updates and resources to assist you and your student along the way.
Another resource available to you is the newly formed Dragon Family webpage, created just for family members of new and returning TU students. The page includes ways to show support to your student, tips and tricks from our faculty and staff, resources for parents and families, quick links, important upcoming dates and so much more. Be sure to check it out!
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TU APP| Bring on the fall semester
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Scan to download the TU App for iOS
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Scan to download the TU App for Android |
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With all that has happened over the past 18 months, we are even more excited to welcome our Dragon family to campus this August! We are also looking forward to the return of some of our favorite campus events and traditions. Check out the great events and activities that the Office of Student Engagement, Campus Activities Board and Student Government have planned for the fall semester by having your student download the TU Mobile app. Encourage your students to get out and enjoy themselves!
Student Engagement is excited to announce that the Game Room will be open and now under the direction of Student Engagement. We will be featuring special late-night programming, pool tournaments, team game nights, and many more events in the newly renovated Game Room.
Student Engagement has several events already planned, including Welcome Week and Labor Stay Weekend featuring tie-dye, food trucks, cookout, and the 2nd Annual Disc Golf Tournament. September will feature our Bob Ross Paint Nights, Music on the Patio, Greek Rush, Casino Night and DIYs. We will keep you updated on upcoming campus events planned later this fall.
To download the app, go to the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store and search for βTU Mobile App.β You can also scan the QR codes to the left.
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WELCOME WEEKEND | Fall housing & move-in information
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To start your Dragon journey off right, new students are required to attend Welcome Weekend on Saturday, August 21 and Sunday, August 22, 2021. This weekend is your chance to make connections and learn about all that the University has to offer your student.
Tiffin University will be following precautions for the safety and security of our campus family by limiting attendance to two guests per student during the move-in and welcome activities. Anyone not vaccinated is asked to wear a facial covering.
Move-in activities on Saturday, August 21 are as follows:
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Students moving into campus housing during Welcome Weekend should have received an email to their TU email account from housing@tiffin.edu to pre-select their move-in time slot.
Pre-season students (fall athletes and performing artists) should receive specific details about move-in dates and times from coaches/directors and will join in the Welcome activities at 1:30 p.m. on August 21st at the βMentor Meet-Up.β
Access the full schedule of weekend activities here.
To see more information about move-in, please visit our Student Arrival page.
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FINANCIAL AID & BILLING | Financial aid checklist
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Have you completed your Financial Aid Checklist yet? Make sure to check off all of the items on the list to soar into your first year as a Dragon!!! If you have any questions or need assistance contact us at finaid@tiffin.edu or 419.448.3279.
Financial Aid Checklist:
- Filed my 2021-2022 FAFSA β
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Accepted my awards on finaid.tiffin.edu β
- Submitted any missing documents β
- Registered/completed my FIRE (orientation) session β
- Viewed my fall 2021 bill β
- Set up a payment plan or loan option to pay my balance β
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UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC SUPPORT| Murphy Academic Support Center
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The University Academic Support Office in the Murphy Academic Support Center is here to assist your student with their academic support needs. We work to create an environment that improves understanding, develops key skills and promotes student success. Services offered include:
- In-person and virtual academic consulting (peer tutoring)
- E-Tutoring provided through the Ohio E-Tutoring Collaborative
- Academic coaching and recovery
- Skills workshops/webinars
- Dragon Star (Student Assisted Review)
- Writing assistance
- Athletic and organizational study tables (in-person and virtual)
- Makeup testing
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STUDENT SUCCESS ADVISORS | Meet the team
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The Student Success Advisors serve as the primary resource for new and continuing students, assisting them not only with course scheduling, curriculum and career planning but also with the development of life and academic skills for success in and out of the classroom. All students will meet with their Student Success Advisor each semester to map out future courses that align with their graduation guide. During advising meetings, students will also be matched with support services needed to facilitate the attainment of their established educational and professional goals.
The Student Success Advising offices are located in the Gillmor Student Center. Encourage your student to stop by or email us at studentsuccess@tiffin.edu to get the academic planning process started.
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Jamie Marinis
Dean of Student Success & First-Year Experience
Assistant Professor of English
Chelsea Bass
Assistant Director of Student Success & First-Year Experience
Student Success Advisor for Baseball, Soccer and Softball
Natasha Boyd
Student Success Advisor for Cheer/Stunt, Club Sports, Tennis, Track & Field/CC and Volleyball
Emily Scrimshaw
Student Success Advisor for Arts & Music, Basketball, eSports, Golf and Lacrosse
Krista Swanagan
Assistant Director of Academic Recovery
Student Success Advisor for Football and Wrestling
Melissa Waire
Student Success Advisor for New Transfers, Commuters and students not in Arts or Athletics
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COLE DINING HALL HOURS| Feed that fire!
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SAVE THE DATE | Important dates for the Dragon Family
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Giving Day 2021 | September 15, 2021
Tiffin University alumni, friends, current and future donors, as well as surrounding communities, will have the opportunity to make a difference in TU's future by donating during its third annual "Giving Day" event on Wednesday, September 15. Click here for more information and to see how you can donate.
Green & Gold - Homecoming & Family Weekend | October 1 - 3, 2021
All events are open to alumni, families and friends. Registration is highly recommended. Your registration will get you a free ticket to the football game on Saturday. You must register by Friday, Sept. 24, 2021. Late registration may result in not being admitted to an event.
Fall Break | October 11 - 12, 2021
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TIFFIN ARTS & ATHLETICS| Mark your calendars now
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Check out what Tiffin University's Arts Programs have to offer this semester.
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IN THE NEWS| Check out the latest
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Music Producer and Composer Joins Tiffin University Faculty
Tiffin University's cutting-edge degree program in Commercial Music is proud to announce that composer, producer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Dan Myers will join the Tiffin University music faculty, teaching courses in recording studio...
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www.tiffin.edu
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Dragons break record with 315 GMAC All Academic selections
The Great Midwest Athletic Conference announced the 2020-21 Academic All-Conference Team on Thursday morning, with a total of 315 student-athletes from Tiffin receiving the honor.
Read more
www.gotiffindragons.com
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Tiffin University Athletes Compete in U.S. Olympic Trials
The Tiffin University Men's Track and Field team has three athletes competing in the United States Olympic Trials in Eugene, Oregon. Juniors Nik Curtiss, Ralph Casper and alumni Coy Blair are all set to compete in the shot put at the Olympic...
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www.tiffin.edu
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SUMMER PICS | Lots of updates on campus
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Gillmor Student Center renovations |
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Gillmor Student Center renovations |
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Gillmor Student Center renovations |
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STEAM Building almost complete |
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