Issue 2: October 23, 2008

In This Issue:

Free Flu Vaccinations
Additional Financial Aid for Fall/Spring Semesters
Stretching Your Dollar
Mid-Semester Academic Workshops
Graduation Planner
Engage search!
Homecoming 2008
Join the Spring Jam Committee

Your Health & Wellness
Free Flu Vaccinations Available
Be a part of history! On October 28, Boynton Health Service will help the University of Minnesota set the world record for most flu shots given in a single work day. Mark your calendars–we’ll need your help to break the record of 3,271!

Free flu shots will be offered at four locations from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on
Tuesday, October 28, 2008. For more information please visit www.bhs.umn.edu/services/worldrecord.htm.

Your Finances
Additional Financial Aid for Fall or Spring Semester
Do you still need financial aid for fall 2008? If you have not filled out a 2008-2009 FAFSA, it's not too late. Fill it out as soon as possible so you receive your financial aid in time for fall bill due dates. You can fill out your FAFSA at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

If you have not yet received your financial aid for fall, want to check your financial aid status, have questions on bill due dates and deadlines, or are looking for other financial aid resources please visit One Stop at www.onestop.umn.edu.

Stretching Your Dollar
Did you know that October is financial literacy month? Celebrate each week with quizzes, prizes, and knowledge on the One Stop website. Learn new ways to stretch your dollar, spend responsibly, and manage your finances by visiting the Money Management section of the One Stop website.

Contact One Stop Student Services for financial assistance.

Your Academics
Mid-Semester Academic Workshops
University Counseling & Consulting Services offers a number of mid-semester academic workshops to help you prepare for midterms and finals, manage your time, and staying on track with your coursework. To view workshop summaries and to register please visit www.uccs.umn.edu/education/SASS_workshops.htm.

Use Graduation Planner to explore and plan for Spring Semester
You’ll be preparing for spring registration over the next several weeks. You can use Graduation Planner to explore majors and to choose courses that will help you stay on track to meet your goals. This introductory Welcome Week video can help you get started. Log in to create your plan, by visiting www.uccs.umn.edu/education/SASS_workshops.htm

Remember: Your academic adviser is always the best source of planning advice.

Your Engagement
Look for New Involvement Opportunities with Engage search!
Now that you are settled in with your class routine, be sure to check out opportunities to get involved on campus or in your community. Use Engage search! To find something that fits your major, personal interests or something that just sounds fun. Talk to your friends, residence hall staff, advisers, career counselors or faculty about ways to get engaged at the University of Minnesota.
www.engage.umn.edu/twincities/search

Celebrate Homecoming 2008
Celebrate Homecoming week October 27th-November 1st and show your pride and spirit for the University of Minnesota! Events include Parade and Football Game, Pep Rally, Student Competitions, Kick-Off events and more.
Visit www.homecoming.umn.edu for more information.

Spring Jam is Recruiting Committee Members
The 2009 Spring Jam Committee is looking for highly energetic people who demonstrate effective communication skills, dependability, a positive attitude, attention to detail and the ability to make Spring Jam 2009 a success! Visit www.springjam.umn.edu to apply. Applications are due November 7th.