Spring registration is coming up quickly. It's an exciting time, and a great opportunity for parents to help their students reflect on the things that have worked well during Fall Semester and discuss new opportunities for success. As you check in with your student this week, please ask them if they have any questions about registration.

Registration Dates:

Graduate Students: October 31st

Seniors: November 1st

Juniors: November 3rd

Sophomores: November 7th

Freshman: November 9th

Registration opens at 8 AM 

If your student doesn't know or needs help figuring these things out. Please have them call the academic advising office and schedule a meeting with their advisor at 435-586-5420 or they can go to their website and schedule an appointment there. They can also stop by the Academic Advising Office (Student Center room 204) or The Nest (Student Center room 178).

Final exams for Fall semester 2022 are December 13th-16th. Finals are a stressful time for students, so brighten your student's day by sending a Finals Survival Kit! Each Survival Kit contains a personalized note from you, and additional goodies to help them push through.

Your student's kit will be delivered by the Student Alumni Association or arrangements will be made to pick up from the Hunter Alumni Center.

1. Each final survival kit is $20 and can be ordered online or by calling 435-865-8656.
2. The online order deadline for the fall semester 2022 is Friday, November 18th. To order online go to this link.
3. Questions? Please call the Student Alumni office at 435-865-8656 or email studentalumni@suu.edu.

Thanksgiving Care Package Ideas

If your student can't come home for the holiday, consider sending them a care package

full of their fall favorites!

Look at having a meal delivered or picked up,

here are a few suggestions:

• Cracker Barrel (St. George) (435) 688-1200
• Denny's (Cedar City) (435) 867-0213
• Applebees(Cedar City) (435) 865-7767
• Chilis (Cedar City) (435) 586-9700
• Costco (St. George) (435) 256-0003
• Local Grocery Stores
• Lins (435)-586-3346
• Smiths (435) 586-1203

Send their Favorite Fall Treats!

• Hot chocolate
• Apple cider
• Pumpkin bread
• Let's be honest, anything pumpkin spice flavored!
• Caramel apple suckers

Thanksgiving/Holiday Decorations

If your student is used to coming home to a fully decorated house, send some fun holiday decor for their dorm or apartment to help it feel like a home away from home. Also, consider sending craft supplies for creating their own DIY decor.

The temperature is definitely dropping here in Cedar City,

consider these fun ideas:

• Fuzzy socks
• Cozy hat
• Mug
• Fall-scented candle or oil
• Hand lotion

• 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, guidance in creating schedules, 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.

We highly recommend having your student fill out the FAFSA early so that they don't have to stress over it later. If your student has any questions about FAFSA or needs help getting it filled out, please have them set up an appointment with Financial Wellness.

You may also have heard about the Consolidated Appropriations Act (FAFSA Simplification Act) passed by Congress in 2020. What's changing about the form, and what will it mean for your family? How will it impact your student's award? Please read this article to understand what has changed.

Monday, November 21 - Wednesday, Nov. 23 Thanksgiving Break No classes; campus is OPEN

Thursday, November 24 - Friday, November 25 Thanksgiving Break No classes; campus is CLOSED

Friday, December 9 Last Day to Withdraw with W From all courses

Sunday, December 11 Instruction Ends Last day of regular class meetings

Monday, December 12 Study Day No classes; campus is OPEN 

Tuesday, December 13 thru Friday, December 16 Final Exams Final Exam Schedule:  

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