Jaguar Family Connection

November 2022

It is hard to believe the semester is almost over and finals will be here soon! Listed below are important dates and tips to help your student finish strong and prepare for the spring semester.

We hope you and your family have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving break!

Fall Finals: December 5th-8th

Your student will be prepping for finals soon and this can be a very stressful time for them. Here are a few tips that can help them prepare!

Make a schedule: Encourage your student to create a to-do list of the activities and events they may expect during this time. Doing this will help them put into perspective how much time they have to study, rest, and socialize.

Utilize their resources: Visiting their professor during office hours, attending a study group, and visiting the Center for Academic Excellence for tutoring are great resources in preparation for finals!

Eat well: Encourage your student to avoid filling up on junk food and to opt for balanced foods such as fruits, vegetables, proteins, and healthy fats.

Exercise: Visit the Student Recreation Center. Research shows that physical activity increases blood flow to the brain and improves overall memory retention along with energy levels which will help your student stay focused during their study sessions.

Get some sleep: In addition to attending classes and practicing good study skills, your student should also ensure they get quality rest.

Click here for the Marx Library Final Exam Hours

Spring 2023 Avoid the Void

The start of the upcoming spring semester will be here before we know it and along with it comes the balance deadline date. Your student's Spring 2023 balance must be paid in full by January 4, 2023 to avoid the risk of being voided from their courses.

Students living on-campus who miss this payment deadline may be at risk of being removed from their residence hall and/or having their meal plan suspended.

If your student needs assistance finding potential solutions to help cover their spring balance, please encourage them to reach out to our USA One Stop team. We are here to help!

Don't forget, South offers a convenient payment plan that will allow students to divide the semester's balance into three or four monthly installments. Click here to learn more.

Electronic Direct Deposit (EDD)

Be sure your student has set up their Electronic Direct Deposit (EDD) in PAWS.

An EDD:

ensures secure and timely delivery of refundable aid and/or student emergency stipends,
allows for the delivery of refunds directly to your student's bank account,
eliminates delays due to address issues with refund checks,
and, most importantly, it saves you a trip to the bank!

Click here for more information.

Student Health Center

The USA Student Health Center (SHC) is here for your student when they are feeling a bit under the weather! The SHC is staffed with a team of physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and licensed practical nurses dedicated to providing quality medical and educational services to students.

The services offered in the Student Health Center are the same as in any physician’s private practice including treatment for a variety of medical conditions as well as physical examinations, sports medicine, immunizations, psychiatry, women’s health, sexual assault services, and health education.

The SHC accepts and processes claims from most insurance carriers. For students without insurance, the University sponsors a United Healthcare health insurance plan specifically designed for USA students. Click here to learn more.

Laidlaw Performing Arts Center

The USA Department of Music's 2022-2023 Musical Arts Concert Series features faculty recitals and student ensemble performances worthy of inclusion on a "not-to-be-missed" list of events.

USA's Laidlaw Performing Arts Center concerts generally begin at 7:30 p.m. for evening performances and at 3:00 p.m. for scheduled Sunday events.