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Newsletter – June 21 | Rockland

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*Rockland <http://learn.maine.edu/rockland>***

*Newsletter – June 21*

*Summer Tutoring*

Are you in need of some additional academic support for that math or science
class over the summer? There is tutoring support available. Check in at the
front office for information.

*July 4th Holiday – URock Closed!*

Please note that URock will be closed Monday, July 4th, in observance of the
holiday.

*Important Financial Aid Rules & Changes in Satisfactory Academic Progress*

Federal financial aid regulations are changing related to satisfactory
academic progress (SAP) which is required in order for you to continue to
receive financial aid. The new policy discontinues the probationary period.
Any student found to be out of compliance will have future financial aid
suspended or not awarded. UMA’s Financial Aid Office will contact students *in
the next few weeks* via the Maine Street message center and written
correspondence will be sent to students who are out of federal compliance.
If you are affected because your SAP has dropped below an acceptable level,
you have *only 14 days* from notification to appeal this decision. Appeals
are based on extenuating circumstances that impacted your ability to meet
SAP. *Pay attention to all e-mails, message center notifications, and
letters sent to you.* Take responsibility to be informed. If you are worried
talk with Bev <[log in to unmask]> or Deb <[log in to unmask]>.

*URock Computers Unavailable July 12 & July 13*

Once every few years our student computers receive an upgrade of hardware
and software. That upgrade will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday, July 12
& 13.Â Student computers will be UNAVAILABLE on these days. Please plan
accordingly and we apologize for any inconvenience.

*URock Scholarship Opportunities*

URock has some special scholarships geared specifically for its students:

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Mid-Coast Chapter awards
several scholarships fall and spring to first time students at URock. Click
here<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/files/2011/05/AAUW-Scholarship-Application.pdf>for
details.

Coastal Senior College awards at least one scholarship each fall and spring
to a highly motivated adult student. Click
here<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/files/2011/05/COASTAL-SENIOR-SCHOLARSHIP-Application.pdf>for
more details.

The Owls Head Garden Club offers a scholarship to a resident of Owls Head
who is pursuing environmental studies. Click
here<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/files/2011/03/Owls-Head-Garden-Club-Scholarship-Application.pdf>for
more details.

*Maine Street Has Some New Features!*

Now that the Maine Street Student Information System has been upgraded to a
new version, you will notice some new features including improved navigation
and student access to a degree progress report. This report allows you to
see the courses needed for you to complete your degree. Watch this 4 1/2
minute tutorial <http://www.uma.edu/degprogtutorial.html> so you understand
the elements of the degree progress report.

*Summer Session II Starts July 5th*

There is still time to register for summer session II classes* *which begin
the week of July 5th. You will need either financial aid or payment when you
register for most classes. Please note that if you have a Mon/Wed class that
meets in session II, your make up class may be held on Friday, July 8th.
Check your class schedule.

*Jobs, Jobs, Jobs?*

There are many online sources of jobs information. You might also consider
some of these employers as internship sites. Here are a few recommended job
sites:

www.mainegrads.org

www.mainecareercenter.com

www.jobsinme.com

www.mainejobs.com

*Bulletin Board for Internships and Job Openings*

The bulletin board across from the URock front office has up to date
listings of companies looking for interns as well as those seeking part-time
and full-time employees. We try to keep the listings current so keep
checking for new material.

*Farnsworth Museum Passes Available*

Summertime is wonderful at the Farnsworth
Museum<http://www.farnsworthmuseum.org/>.
Remember that URock offers student passes to the museum which may be checked
out for 24 hours. Browse this world class museum or visit the Olsen House.
Enjoy!

*Make-Up Testing for Summer Courses*

Over the summer term make-up and proctored tests will be administered as
follows: Tuesdays at 8:00AM and Thursdays at 4:00PM. Remember to call the
URock office to schedule your test and to bring some form of identification
to the test.

*URock Summer Hours*

Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00AM – 7:00PM and Fridays 8:00AM – 4:00PM

Building Hours: Monday – Thursday 7:00AM – 9:45PM and Fridays 7:00AM –
4:00PM

Closed Saturdays and Sundays

*Fall Preregistration Continues*

You may still sign up for fall classes with no payment due at this time.
This is a great way to save your seat in your favorite classes while waiting
for financial aid, or tuition reimbursement, or state vouchers to take
effect.

*Visit URock on Facebook!*

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