Getting Ahead of Stress This Semester

UPCOMING EVENTS & INFO

Drop Deadline TODAY!

Today is the last day your student can drop a class with a full refund and without a "W" on their transcript.

SUU Outdoors

Take A Hike Tuesday

Wallyball Wednesday

Financial February Kick-Off

Wednesday, February 1st, 11:00-1:00

Living Room

Summer Registration Dates

Graduate Students & Seniors

Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 8:00am

Juniors, Sophomores, & Freshman

Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 8:00am

Fall Registration Dates

Fall 23 Registration is March 28 for Seniors.

Fall 23 Registration is March 30 for Juniors.

Fall 23 Registration is April 3 for Sophomores.

Fall 23 Registration is April 5 for Advanced Freshmen.

Encourage your student to set up their appointments with their academic advisor EARLY this semester!

Getting Ahead of Stress!

A certain amount of stress is necessary to study productively, be motivated, and accomplish their tasks. However. the negative effects of stress shouldn't change their daily lives. Help your student learn the science of stress and what is an actual versus a perceived threat. Students can learn how to monitor their thoughts and reactions to the perceived threats and better manage the symptoms. In this article, you can learn some approaches that can help disrupt the natural stress response. Here are a few:

1. Make a study schedule.

2. Determine your ideal study spot and times.

3. Hydrate.

4. Fill your brain with good mantras.

It is critical to learn how the mind and body respond to stress and to help them adjust by creating a daily routine of mind and body maintenance practices. Encourage your student to be aware of how they react to stress so they can find ways to balance out their stress response. If your student needs further help, refer them to our mental health resources below or to our CAPS office.

MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

TimelyCare Talk Now: Free 24/7 support for all levels of concern
TAO Connect: Online workshops and self-guided resources
Togetherall: Chat anonymously with peers around the country
Huntsman Mental Health Institute Warmline: 833-773-2588 or 801-587-1055

SUMMER CLASSES

By enrolling in classes over the summer, your student can check off those generals they’ve been meaning to take, focus on the more difficult classes, boost their GPA, and speed up their graduation date. FAFSA can cover the summer semester as well so they can use those funds wisely to help them get ahead in school. Plus, summertime in Cedar City can't be beaten! With the world's best backyard to explore and dozens of festivals to attend, there is always something to do.

There is also a SUMMER SCHOLARSHIP available. Click here for more information.

Summer classes can be fun too! We have a wide range of classes like backpacking, climbing, yoga, etc. If your student needs to take generals, there are online options as well! Encourage your student to talk to their academic advisor if they are interested.

UPCOMING EVENTS

LOVE NOTES

Send a love note to your student!! Closes 2/6/23!

Would you like to send your T-Bird a note of love, encouragement, or just say hello? Send in your notes here and we will send your T-Bird a postcard with your note on it! Send your notes in asap, form closes 2/6/23!

Parent and Family Winter Weekend

Last Day to RSVP! (1/30/23)

Friday, February 17, 2023

Parent and Family Check-In

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Nest, Sharwan Smith Student Center room 178

Come pick up your swag bag

SUU Men's Basketball Game vs. Utah Tech University

⁠7:00 pm⁠ America First Event Center, Sharwan Smith Student Center GET TICKETS ASAP This game will sell out!

⁠Join us for an exciting meet against Utah Tech University. Students get in free with student ID.

Saturday, February 18, 2023

Parent and Family Check-In

9:00 am - 11:00 am⁠ The Nest, Sharwan Smith Student Center Room 178

Come pick up your swag bag

Active Family Fun

9:00 am - 3:00 pm⁠, J.L. Sorenson P.E. Building⁠

Active families will love exploring our PE building. Favorites include racquetball, pickleball, swimming, & indoor track.
Free to all families of SUU students (Saturday only)

STEM Activity

10:00 am - 11:00 am Starlight Room, Sharwan Smith Student Center

All families are welcome to come to this free event put on by our STEM Center

SUU Women's Basketball Game vs. Stephen F. Austin

2:00 pm America First Event Center, Sharwan Smith Student Center

⁠Join us for an exciting game against Stephen F. Austin. Use this link to purchase tickets. Students get in free with a student ID.

Bingo Night

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm The Ballroom, Sharwan Smith Student Center

Come join us for a fun night with the chance to win some prizes, all while enjoying time with your student and other t-bird families.

RSVP Here

TALKING COLLEGE

What are ways to spot phishing scams and false offers targeted at new college students?

1. Make sure all of your computer software is up-to-date and running current versions, including your web browser and anti-virus software.

2. Ensure your accounts on shopping sites are using good account hygiene. Strong passphrases and the use of multi-factor authentication on those sites that support it.

3. On lesser-known websites, do a little research and check the reputability of the site.

4. Be careful of links and attachments in unsolicited emails that potentially could be phishing.

5. Be cautious of what kinds of personal information you provide to a site.

6. Check your account balances often to reconcile charges to actual purchases.

7. Use a credit card instead of a debit card.

8. Make sure the site you visit begins with "https:" instead of "http;". The "s" in "https" stands for secure and uses encrypted methods of transmission.

9. Look out for emails or texts that might contain fake shipping notices or notices of cancellation.

10. Be careful of advertisements or sites offering hard-to-get items or significant discounts.

STUDENT RESOURCES

The following resources are available to all SUU students, please encourage your student to utilize the resources that would be helpful to them. To see the full list, click here.

Tutoring Center- 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.
Tutoring Center Online Resources- includes videos, worksheets, and links to help students improve study skills, test-taking strategies, and study strategies.
Writing Center- resources and opportunities to encourage successful writers across all disciplines. Their webpage includes tips for writing and online appointment scheduling.
Speech and Presentation Center- assists students in the writing and presentation of speeches.
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. Coordinate campus accommodations and access to services.
Gerald R. Sherratt Library- quiet study areas, print papers, get research help, reserve a study room, use a computer, make copies, check out calculators, Ipads, and books.
Visit Professor- office hours are posted days and times a professor will be available in his/her office to meet with students and answer questions. Office hours are listed on the class syllabus, which students can view in Canvas. Students should come prepared with specific questions or concerns related to the class. Professors want their students to take advantage of this time. They are the ones that create the content of the course so please encourage your student to go if they aren't understanding the material.
Schedule a meeting with their ACE (peer mentor). Stop by the Nest, Student Center room 178, visit the Nest website, or call 435-865-8752 with any questions, or to find out who their ACE is.
Form a study group with peers from the class.
Reach out to their Academic Advisor for support, and guidance in creating schedules, and preparing for graduation.
Schedule a Career Assessment with the Career Center to explore strengths and career pathways.
If your student is struggling with mental health issues, they can reach out to CAPS for counseling, group therapy, workshops, and additional support.