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Nov. 7, 2023
Welcome to week 11!
Here we go, folks. Things are going to move pretty quickly from here. Let’s take a
moment to look ahead and see what’s coming. Next week is the last full week before
the fall break arrives. That’s right; the fall break starts two weeks from tomorrow
– Wednesday through Sunday, Nov. 22-26. After we return on Monday, Nov. 27, there are
only two more weeks of classes and then finals. By the time you consider some late-scheduled
mid-terms, the holiday, prep for finals, and completion of final papers and projects,
this semester will be over before you know it!
In light of this, it is worth taking a moment to consider your calendar. Map out the
coming weeks on paper or in your mind to include all of the important things you need
to accomplish. Put down any exams or big assignment due dates. This map can help you
get a handle on the coming days, reduce stress, and better manage your time with all
of the important deadlines headed your way.
One of the most important events that should be on your radar is that priority registration
for all UAF degree-seeking students began yesterday, Monday, Nov. 6, this includes
athletes, Honors College students, military-affiliated students, and dual enrollment
students. Open registration for all students begins Monday, Nov. 13. That is next
Monday! If you haven’t already seen your advisor and or made an appointment, do so
now! It is really important to iron out your plans for your spring classes, ensure
your financial aid plans are accurate, and get everything settled prior to the hectic
days of final exams and the end of the semester. It will feel good to get your spring
semester planned, and it will help you to feel more relaxed over the holidays and
make your return in January more peaceful.
Things to do:
Get registered for Spring 2024!
Also, take care of yourself. Budget some time to have fun and enjoy some of what makes
UAF and our special place so special. UAF has a lot of great events planned for this
coming weekend; here are some highlights:
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Men’s Basketball at the Patty Center
Friday, Nov. 10, 7-9 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 11, is Veterans Day! UAF has a strong tradition of serving our active-duty,
National Guard, and veteran students. As of this week, we have about 600 students
attending UAF supported through active-duty or veterans benefits. Friday, Nov. 10,
from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. we will have a special registration event in the Wood Center
to celebrate our veteran, active duty, and National Guard students! There will be
donuts and coffee to say thank you – stop by and say hello!
Lastly, keep up the good work in your classes for the last push to finals. Remember
to start preparing for these exams early. Now is a good time. The key is to put the
time in starting sooner rather than later. While there are many good ideas online,
the bottom line is that there is no shortcut to rocking the finals at the end of your
Fall 2023 semester. Put the time in. These are the last weeks of the long journey.
Hang in there. Take care of yourself. Take each day, one day at a time. You’ve got
this!
Have a great 11th week of classes. See your advisor. Get registered for spring. Take
care of yourself.
Turnabout is fair play. You’ve received a lot of advice from me - please share your
advice with me: obguthrie@alaska.edu.
— Owen Guthrie, vice chancellor for student affairs and enrollment management
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