Graduation information
Both the fall 2008, and the spring 2009 ceremonies will be held in the J. Lawrence Walkup Skydome. The schedule for both commencements is available online.
Final exams
Finals week is December 8-12, and students are busy preparing for final tests, presentations, and reports. Support your student by mailing a gift package with an encouraging note, or give him or her a caring phone call or email.
It's not too late for your student to get support from the Learning Assistance Centers, and here are a few tips that you might want to share:
Tip #1: Write down your finals schedule on a calendar along with the times that you will study.
Tip #2: Study in chunks: 20-50 minute time periods followed by a brief break (5-10 minutes) is the most effective way to study.
Tip #3: Remember that it is okay to feel some concern and anxiety over tests. This will help you focus on the task ahead. Three keys to managing stress are eating right, getting plenty of sleep, and managing your time.
Tip #4: Arrive about five minutes prior to the testing time.
Tip #5: Try to stay on a reasonably regular schedule of reviewing, eating, sleeping, and relaxing during daylight hours.
Student spotlight
Jonathan Silva is a Mechanical Engineering major and vice president of Circle K International, a student organization focused on community service. As vice president, he organizes the club's meetings and beneficial service projects for the Flagstaff community.
"I wanted to help out and become a well rounded person. I also wanted to get more involved as a student leader," Jonathan said.
Annual holiday ceramics sale
The NAU Clay Club will host the annual Holiday Ceramics sale this weekend, featuring an array of pottery and sculptures made by faculty and students.
The official Harlem Globetrotters
The Harlem Globetrotters basketball team will be in the Walkup Skydome Friday, January 9. Tickets are available by calling 928-523-5661 and a free, retro t-shirt is given with each ticket bought by December 12.
December 8-11: Finals week
December 12: Commencement (last day of fall term) December 12: Residence halls close at 10 a.m.
December 25 - January 2: University winter closure
January 10: Residence halls open for spring
January 10-11: Welcome Weekend
January 12: Spring classes begin
January 19: Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday
(university closed)
January 23: Last day to add a class without penalty
February 1: Third rent payment due for the spring semester
March - April: Housing reapplication
March 1: Fourth rent payment due for the spring semester
March 16-20: Spring break
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