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Archive of Weekly Family Emails: Countdown to Fall Semester

Archive of Weekly Family Emails: Countdown to Fall Semester
Archive of Weekly Family Emails: Countdown to Fall Semester
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Week 5: Countdown to Fall 2020 - Move In/Welcome Week Edition

August 14, 2020

Bearcat Families--

We are excited to welcome your Bearcats to the start of Fall 2020 semester. Classes begin in just over a week! This final edition of the weekly "Countdown to Fall 2020" focuses on Move In and Welcome Week. 

  • Move In Dates: "Drop & Go" Move In will be held today and tomorrow for local residents (within a 50-mile radius of campus). General Move In is Sunday, August 16 to Sunday, August 23. 
  • Move In Procedures: Your student received an email this week with specific instructions for their residence hall, parking info, and safety precautions. Some important notes: 
    • Please arrive at your appointment time. This helps to ensure a safer and more efficient Move In Day for everyone.
    • Each student is allowed 1-2 guests to help with Move In. Guests may only stay in the building during the student's Move In appointment time.
    • Students should check in at their residence hall's Service Center with a picture ID before beginning Move In.
    • After unloading, you will need to relocate your vehicle to the assigned parking facility. Upon entry, you will receive a voucher that will allow you to later exit the facility.
  • Welcome Week: Regardless of whether your student is living on-campus or at home, they can participate in Welcome Week (August 17-23)! Welcome Week offers a series of social, educational, and cultural activities designed to support students in their transition to college and give them opportunities to meet friends, have fun, and get involved. Students will also participate in Convocation (UC's official welcome to new Bearcats) and College Day, where they will meet with classmates, faculty, and advisors as they learn more about their college. Encourage your Bearcat to check out the full schedule on CampusLINK!

If you have any questions about Move In, please don't hesitate to reach out to Housing at housing@uc.edu or 513-556-6461. 

Return to Campus Panel

A recording of the Return to Campus Panel with UC administrators hosted on July 21 for students and families is now available.

Important Dates

The following is the most up-to-date timeline available to help you and your family plan for the start of fall classes.

Action Items

If they haven't already, please encourage your student to complete these important next steps. Your student can contact their orientation leader or reach out to New Student Orientation at orientation@uc.edu to ensure they have made appropriate progress through these tasks.

Academics

  • High School Transcripts: Submit final transcripts. Students must submit their final high school transcripts before financial aid will be disbursed.
  • Math Placement Test: Complete computer-based math placement test to determine appropriate math level.

Money Matters

Health & Wellness

Student Life

Countdown to Fall 2020

This edition marks our final "Countdown to Fall 2020" email from the UC Family Portal. Please review this information carefully to be sure your student is taking the final steps toward successfully beginning their UC journey. Visit the archive of "Countdown" emails on the UC Family Portal. Additionally, we encourage to review President Pinto's full Return to Campus Guide for additional information about Fall 2020 at the University of Cincinnati. Please reach out to families@uc.edu if you have any questions or we can assist you with this process.

We look forward to seeing you and your student on campus very soon. Go Bearcats!

-Parent & Family Programs

Week 4: Countdown to Fall 2020 - COVID-19 Safety Edition

August 7, 2020

Bearcat Families—

This week’s “Countdown to Fall 2020” focuses on COVID-19 campus health and safety precautions. UC is closely monitoring the virus and engaging with medical experts and state and local officials to ensure the safety of all Bearcats. This fall, UC is implementing additional steps to keep students safe, including:

  • Facial coverings are required at all times except while eating or alone in a private space.
  • All members of the community must adhere to social distancing requirements.
  • No guests will be allowed in the residence halls until further notice.
  • Before coming to campus or leaving their residence to visit campus, all members of the community must complete a self-administered wellness check.

As families, we need your support and partnership in ensuring your student understands the vital role they play in protecting our community's health. Please remind them to wash their hands, wear a facial covering, maintain social distance, stay home when sick, and to self-report COVID-19 symptoms.

Return to Campus Panel

A recording of the Return to Campus Panel with UC administrators hosted on July 21 for students and families is now available.

Important Dates

The following is the most up-to-date timeline available to help you and your family plan for the start of fall classes.

Action Items

If they haven't already, please encourage your student to complete these important next steps. Your student can contact their orientation leader or reach out to New Student Orientation at orientation@uc.edu to ensure they have made appropriate progress through these tasks.

Academics

  • High School Transcripts: Submit final transcripts. Students must submit their final high school transcripts before financial aid will be disbursed.
  • Math Placement Test: Complete computer-based math placement test to determine appropriate math level.

Money Matters

Health & Wellness

Student Life

Countdown to Fall 2020

We are sending weekly emails each Friday from the UC Family Portal with relevant timely information and action items for your family. Please review this information carefully to be sure your student is taking steps toward successfully beginning their UC journey. Our final "Countdown" email will arrive next Friday, August 14 and will provide information about Welcome Week and Move In. We are archiving all of the past "Countdown" emails on the UC Family Portal. In the meantime, we encourage to review President Pinto's full Return to Campus Guide for additional information about Fall 2020 at the University of Cincinnati. Please reach out to families@uc.edu if you have any questions or we can assist you with this process.

Go Bearcats!

-Parent & Family Programs

Week 3: Countdown to Fall 2020 - Finances Edition

July 31, 2020

Bearcat Families—

This week’s “Countdown to Fall 2020” focuses on campus services and resources that support your student in navigating the financial aspects of college from tuition payments to banking to making a budget for the first time. 

  • The Bursar’s Office offers several payment options for collecting tuition and fees. 
  • The Financial Aid team can help you to understand your eligibility status, timelines, plan for college costs, and more to support your student in achieving their educational goals. 
  • The Money Management Team supports both students and family members in managing financial resources effectively, including budgeting, saving, and reducing overall debt loads related to education. 
  • The Bearcat Card (student ID) allows students to complete business transactions around campus and in the nearby community. 
  • PNC Bank offers convenient banking with a full-service branch in the Tangeman University Center and 14 ATMS on and around campus. Students can also link their Bearcat Card to their PNC Bank account and use it as an ATM card. 
  • The UC Bookstore offers textbooks and course materials in multiple formats and affordability options, including SmartBooks, new, used, and rented books.

Fee Reduction Update

As you and your student prepare for Fall 2020, we recognize the immense change and financial challenges that have developed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, the university has made fee adjustments which were shared with students via email earlier this week. Your student should review their email for details on the reduction they will see on their bill.

Important Dates

Each week, we are sharing the most up-to-date timeline available to help you and your family plan for the start of fall classes.

Action Items

Each week, we are sharing the most important next steps students should be checking off their lists. Your student can contact their orientation leader or reach out to New Student Orientation at orientation@uc.edu to ensure they are making the appropriate progress through these tasks.

Academics

  • High School Transcripts: Submit final transcripts. Students must submit their final high school transcripts before financial aid will be disbursed.
  • Math Placement Test: Complete computer-based math placement test to determine appropriate math level.

Money Matters

  • Financial Aid Process: Receive and accept financial aid offers. Complete verification process, if required.
  • Bearcat Card: Request a Bearcat card, which is used as a student ID, debit card, and to access the meal plan.
  • Delegated Access: Your student can set up delegated access to allow you to view financial info, registration, grades, etc.
  • Pre-Registration Agreement: Complete the Bursar's pre-registration agreement prior to registration.

Health & Wellness

Student Life

Countdown to Fall 2020

We are sending weekly emails each Friday from the UC Family Portal with relevant timely information and action items for your family. Please review this information carefully to be sure your student is taking steps toward successfully beginning their UC journey. Over the next couple of weeks, we will cover campus safety precautions (Friday, August 7) and Welcome Week/Move-In (Friday, August 24). We are archiving all of the emails on the UC Family Portal. In the meantime, we encourage to review President Pinto's full Return to Campus Guide for additional information about Fall 2020 at the University of Cincinnati. Please reach out to families@uc.edu if you have any questions or we can assist you with this process.

Go Bearcats!

-Parent & Family Programs

Week 2: Countdown to Fall 2020 - Student Life Edition

July 24, 2020

Bearcat Families—

This week’s “Countdown to Fall 2020” focuses on student life. At UC, student organizations, student support services, and outside the classroom experiences are intentionally designed to help your student discover their values and grow their Bearcat experience. This fall, UC will be following CDC and state safety guidelines due to the COVID-19 pandemic, such as social distancing, wearing facial coverings, and limiting group sizes. While modifications may be made to our existing programs, UC is working hard to deliver a dynamic and engaging student experience. Your Bearcat’s UC experience kicks off with Welcome Week, an in-person and virtual opportunity to learn more about all that UC has to offer, get involved, meet your peers, and have fun. We encourage you to review the following to learn more about student life at UC this fall.

Important Dates

Each week, we are sharing the most up-to-date timeline available to help you and your family plan for the start of fall classes.

Action Items

Each week, we are sharing the most important next steps students should be checking off their lists. Your student can contact their orientation leader or reach out to New Student Orientation at orientation@uc.edu to ensure they are making the appropriate progress through these tasks.

Academics

Money Matters

  • Financial Aid Process: Receive and accept financial aid offers. Complete verification process, if required.
  • Bearcat Card: Request a Bearcat card, which is used as a student ID, debit card, and to access the meal plan.
  • Delegated Access: Your student can setup delegated access to view financial info, registration, grades, etc.
  • Pre-Registration Agreement: Complete the Bursar's pre-registration agreement prior to registration.

Health & Wellness

Student Life

Countdown to Fall 2020

We are sending weekly emails each Friday from the UC Family Portal with relevant timely information and action items for your family. Please review this information carefully to be sure your student is taking steps toward successfully beginning their UC journey. Over the next few weeks, we will cover financial information (Friday, July 31), campus safety precautions (Friday, August 7), and Welcome Week/Move-In (Friday, August 24). We are archiving all of the emails on the UC Family Portal. In the meantime, we encourage to review President Pinto's full Return to Campus Guide for additional information about Fall 2020 at the University of Cincinnati. Please reach out to families@uc.edu if you have any questions or we can assist you with this process.

Go Bearcats!

-Parent & Family Programs

Week 1: Countdown to Fall 2020

July 17, 2020

Bearcat Families—

We look forward to welcoming your new Bearcats to UC in one month! Throughout the development of the COVID-19 pandemic, UC has strived to share communications and updates as soon as available and we know this has meant a lot of information from multiple channels at times. Accordingly, we will be sending weekly emails each Friday from the UC Family Portal with relevant timely information and action items for your family. Please review this information carefully to be sure your student is taking steps toward successfully beginning their UC journey. Reach out to families@uc.edu if you have any questions.

Important Dates

Each week, we’ll share the most up-to-date timeline available to help you and your family plan for the start of fall classes.

July 15: Living-Learning Community housing assignment selection process began
July 21: Return to Campus Live Q&A Session for Students & Families (7pm EST)
July 21-31: General housing assignment selection process
July 29: Move-in timeslot reservations open
July 31: Fall 2020 Student Bills available in Catalyst
August 14: Financial aid begins disbursing to student accounts
August 14-15: Move-in Days for local residents (within 50 miles of UC)
August 16-23: General Move-in Days
August 17: Direct deposit refunds begin processing
August 17-23: Welcome Week
August 19: Fall 2020 Student Bills due in Catalyst
August 24: First day of classes

Action Items

Each week, we’ll share the most important next steps students should be checking off their lists. Your student can contact their orientation leader or reach out to New Student Orientation at orientation@uc.edu to ensure they are making the appropriate progress through these tasks.

Academics

Money Matters

  • Financial Aid Process: Receive and accept financial aid offers. Complete verification process, if required.
  • Bearcat Card: Request a Bearcat card, which is used as a student ID, debit card, and to access the meal plan.
  • Delegated Access: Your student can setup delegated access to view financial info, registration, grades, etc.
  • Pre-Registration Agreement: Complete the Bursar's pre-registration agreement prior to registration.

Health & Wellness

Student Life

Countdown to Fall 2020

Over the next several Fridays, we will be reaching out to share the latest action items, upcoming dates, and timely information about UC student life (Friday, July 24), financial information (Friday, July 31), campus safety precautions (Friday, August 7), and Welcome Week/Move-In (Friday, August 24). We will archive all of the emails on the UC Family Portal. In the meantime, we encourage to review President Pinto's full Return to Campus Guide for additional information about Fall 2020 at the University of Cincinnati. 

Again, please reach out to families@uc.edu if you have any questions or we can assist you with this process.

Go Bearcats!

-Parent & Family Programs

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