Parent
E-News
July
1, 2005
The
Till next month….may you be safe and happy.
This email includes information about:
Fraternity/Sorority Recruitment
August 29 (Monday), Fall Classes Start
August 29, 2:00 p.m., Freshman Convocation
October 15-18, Saturday-Tuesday, Fall Break
Link to entire Academic Calendar
http://www.enrollment.memphis.edu/registrar/calendars/academic/ay0506.htm
or the University Event Calendar http://events.memphis.edu (best if
viewed using Explorer)
National
Merit/Achievement Finalists
We are pleased to announce that eight National
Merit or Achievement scholarship finalists have named the
U of M Student Wins $10,000
Scholarship
Ms. Brittany Blair Dedrick, a senior from
100% Pass Rate for
U of M Nursing Students
Students at the
Loewenberg School of Nursing on the U of M campus scored a 100 percent pass rate
on the December 2004 National Council of State Boards of Nursing Licensure
Examination. All nurses are required to take the examination
to practice nursing at the entry level. In addition, the
Master of Science in Nursing program has been fully accredited by the Commission
on Collegiate Nursing Education. The Loewenberg School of
Nursing offers Bachelor and Master's of Science in Nursing degrees.
The bachelor's program is accredited by the
National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission and the Commission on
Collegiate Education in Nursing. Exceptional learning
opportunities are made available to nursing students at
NEW Fall 2005! Your student
may be eligible for SSS!
http://saweb.memphis.edu/trio/help.htm
At the U of M, we are
constantly looking to develop programs and services to help our students
maximize their success. Student Support Services
(
Your student may be eligible if he or she is a
Is a student with a documented disability
Meets Federal low income eligibility requirements
What
Services Does Student Support Services Offer That Might Make a Difference for
Your Student?
Specialized Orientation Services – assistance in understanding the college’s requirements and finding her or his way around--where to go, who to see and what to do when she or he has a problem or a question, how to get involved on campus
Financial Aid Advising – help in applying for and staying eligible for student financial aid and scholarships—including some support only available to SSS students
Ongoing, Personalized, Academic Advising – help in understanding and meeting academic requirements, assistance with course selection, scheduling and registration
Academic Success Skills – assistance with developing stronger learning skills Tutoring – free one-on-one and small group instruction with a highly qualified tutor
Counseling – assistance in clarifying personal, educational and career goals and meeting the demands of college life.
Much More!!!
SPACE IS LIMITED! Eligible students are urged to apply as soon as possible. For more information, visit our website at http://saweb.memphis.edu/trio/help.htm.
Allow
Fall means football,
and Homecoming means a whirl of activities on and around the U of M
campus. Make plans now to attend the campus parade, pep rally, and party
on October 21, the night before we take on ECU at the Liberty Bowl Memorial
Stadium (game time 1p.m., Oct. 22).
2005 Football Season Tickets are on
$160 Tickets
$75 Fun Zone
Call 678-2331 to order today or http://gotigersgo.collegesports.com/tickets/mem-tickets.html
Home
Schedule
9/5
Ole Miss
3:30pm
9/17
UT-Chattanooga
7pm
10/1
UTEP
7pm
10/22 ECU
1pm
11/1 UAB
6:30pm
11/26
RESIDENCE
LIFE & DINING
SERVICES
2005 FALL RESIDENCE HALL CHECK-IN
INFORMATION
The residence halls will be open during the following hours for check-in:
Thursday, August 25, 2005- FRESHMEN FIRST STUDENTS
ONLY
Friday, August 26, 2005
Saturday, August 27, 2005
Failure to claim your room by 4:30 PM on Saturday, August 27, 2005, will result in the loss of your room assignment and forfeiture of your application/reservation deposit. If you are unable to check-in by 4:30 PM on Saturday, August 27, you must contact the Residence Life and Dining Services Office at 901-678-2295 and request to be placed on the Late Arrival’s List to avoid the forfeiture of your deposit and the loss of your housing assignment.
2005 FALL RESIDENCE HALL RENTAL
PAYMENTS
Students must pay a $200 rent prepayment by the date
indicated on the assignment letter to maintain the housing
assignment. Students not paying the $200 rent prepayment will
have their room assignment canceled. Students canceling after
July 1 or applying and receiving an assignment after July 1 will be obligated
for the $200 rent prepayment. All rental payments should be made to The
University of Memphis Bursar’s Office,
Rent is due in full prior to checking in to the room for the 2005 Fall Semester or have verification of financial aid or scholarships to cover the balance of the rent. If financial aid or scholarships is being received, all aid will be applied toward tuition first, and then applied toward any debts owed the University, such as the rent balance.
Students who do not pay their rental payment in full by the check-in date and are not receiving enough financial aid or scholarships to cover the entire amount of the rental balance after the $200 rental prepayment, will be placed on an installment plan at an additional fee. The amount of housing fees will remain payable even if a student withdraws from the University, except for any normal University refunds which may reduce the amount due. All installment amounts due must be paid in order to participate in the course selection process for future terms.
The Bursar’s Office will not be open on Saturday, August 27 to receive rental payments.
FALL 2005 RESIDENCE HALL ROOM CHANGE
PERIOD
Thursday, September 1, 2005
Friday, September 2, 2005
1PM – 4PM
MEAL PLAN MEMBERSHIPS
Meal Plan Membership information is included in the
assignment packets. Please submit the Meal Plan Request Form
to the Residence Life and Dining Services Office, 011
Please visit our new website at http://bf.memphis.edu/ebursar,
where you will find important information and new features, such as the following:
Two Day - Freshmen
Students
One Day Program Freshmen Students
Monday & Tuesday July 18 & 19 Tuesday, July 26
Friday, July 29
Transfer Students Program
Evening Program for Adult Freshmen
Wednesday, July 20 Thursday, July 21
Thursday, July 28
Tuesday, August 2
Thursday, August 4
Don’t'
forget about Frosh Camp
Frosh Camp helps incoming
students establish friendships, learn about what is offered on campus and begin
the adjustment to life at The University of Memphis. In addition, to sessions
about how to make your college experience the best it can be, there will be
plenty of fun stuff to do, too!
Dates
Session I: July 25 - July 28
Session II: August 8- August 11
For more information call 901-678-8679
Application available at: http://www.people.memphis.edu/~froshcamp/
Welcome Week August 26- September 5 (schedule still
tentative)
Welcome week provides news students a comprehensive and engaging start to the school year and acquaints students and their families with the University.
Friday, August 26Sunday, August
28
Religious
Life Tour, 3 pm
Students will have the opportunity to meet with religious life representatives as well as tour several houses adjacent to campus.
Monday, August 29 The Involvement Carnival is a
chance for
Fraternity/Sorority
Recruitment
The Women's Panhellenic Council
and Interfraternity Council are currently taking applications for fall
recruitment. If you daughter or son is interested in joining a WPC sorority or
an IFC chapter, please contact the Office of Campus Life 901-678-8679 or Julia
Blaydes at Jules161513@aol.comfor WPC chapters or
Robert Huber for IFC chapters at rwh3636@aol.com
For those individuals interested
the National Pan-Hellenic Council Chapters, those groups will have more
information on recruitment events at the beginning of the fall semester. Please
keep a lookout for flyers and/or newspaper ads for additional
information.
Just a reminder concerning the MMR Immunization requirements (http://www.people.memphis.edu/~health/). Click on the Health Information tab at top of page. If you or your child has not provided the necessary documentation concerning the MMR immunizations, your documentation may be mailed, faxed, or brought in person to Student Health Services as soon as possible.
The mailing address is:
Student Health Services
200
The Fax number is: (901) 678-3124
Remember documentation is not required if the
student: graduated from a
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please call Student Health Services at (901) 678-2287 or visit http://www.people.memphis.edu/~health/
New Requirements for All
Students
To make your transition
easier, we want to inform you about a 2003 state law. In this statute, the
General Assembly of the State of
From,
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