Newsletter – January 13, 2012 | Rockland

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Newsletter – January 13, 2012

Spring Semester Add-Drop Period Continues!

Payment or proof of financial aid is now due when you register. The add-drop period continues through January 23rd; you must attend one of the first two class meetings in order to add a course. Check the spring 2012 semester page on the URock site for the most up to date registration information, including campus calendars, links to the Distance Learning Class Search and ways to put courses on your wish list from all UMS campuses. Pay attention to each campus’ add-drop period to avoid penalties!

Update Your Phone Contact Information!

This week we had occasion to make many phone calls to students to announce schedule changes, cancelled classes and more. We are surprised by the number of phone numbers that no longer work!  Please update your phone numbers in Maine Street self-service so you are sure to get your messages.

Apply Now for 2012- 2013 Financial Aid

Reapply now for financial aid for Summer & Fall 2012 and Spring 2013. We advise that you prepare your 2011 federal income taxes and then file your FAFSA for the 2012-2013 academic year just as early as you can. The earlier you apply, the more money you may be awarded!

URock to Host College Goal Sunday Financial Aid Session

URock will once again host College Goal Sunday on Sunday, January 29th at 2:00PM with experts from FAME. This is a free step-by-step session of how to complete the FAFSA form with great tips as to how to qualify for maximum financial aid. This is well worth your time!

Student Service Personnel at URock

Beverly Bayer has moved to a 1/2 time position as Student Services Coordinator through August 2012 and then she will fully retire. After 20 years, this signals big changes for Beverly and URock!

The University conducted a formal search for a full-time Student Service Coordinator through late fall. I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dagmar Moravec as a new full-time SSC. We are privileged to have both Beverly and Dagmar working closely together over the next 8 months to manage a smooth transition in the creative delivery of student services at URock.

You will now find Dagmar in Beverly’s former office; Bev has relocated to faculty office A outside of the Art Room.

Storm Cancellations

If bad weather forces us to cancel classes, you will find the most up to date information on the URock web site as well as on TV channels 6, 8 and 13 plus Village Soup online. You can also call the URock office for an updated recorded message. Generally, classes are canceled two hours before start times.

URockMaine You Tube Channel – New!

Check out the URockMaine You Tube Channel for some videos from Expressions Night. Please be patient as we learn this new stuff and keep checking the site for updates and added material.

URock Student Association

The Board of the URock Student Association is always looking for new members to help with the planning and sponsoring of activities and events to build the URock community. This is a great way to make new friends and offer your leadership skills. Check the web site for contact information and links to the SA’s meeting minutes. The next SA meeting will be held on Wed. Jan 18 at 1:00PM.

URock Fun!

SAVE THE DATES: Friday, February 3, 2012, the SA will sponsor a Wii Night of games and fun. Prizes and food and bring the family! URock’s annual Ice Skating Party will be Saturday, January 28, from 6:00 – 8:00PM at the rink at Mid-Coast Recreation on Rte #90. Free and fun for the whole family!

Room #409 for Studying, Creating, Skype, Powerpoints and more!

The classroom set-up in room #409 is intended to be a friendly environment for students who are working on projects together. Equipped with a flat screen monitor, computer, wireless keyboard, Skype, white boards and comfy furniture, the room can be configured to meet your needs. Students can schedule use of room #409 themselves through this link.

New URock Apparel Catalog

KDK Apparel Printing and Embroidery (owned by a former URock student) has created a new catalog of URock clothing and items. From fleece vests to yoga pants and T-shirts, there’s lots of fun items at good prices. Good gift ideas! You can place your order directly with KDK.

Visit URock on Facebook!

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