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Newsletter – January 31

URock Sponsors Two Teams To US National Toboggan Championships

The excitement is building as URock’s two teams prepare to compete in the US National Toboggan Championships at the Camden Snowbowl on the weekend of February 8 and 9. Races will start on Saturday and URock will have a cheering tent with hot coffee, donuts and other treats. Dress warm and come out and hail the teams! Shuttle buses will run from downtown Camden for just $2 round trip so avoid parking hassles. Race heats start at 1:00PM. Team members include: Rachael Hendrick, Laura Ruffner, Jennifer Boynton, Emily Chandler, Brianna McClintock, Aprilann Keller, Martin Feracci, Jon Paul and Jonatan Rice. Go teams!

Individual Career and Money Consulting

On Wednesdays, January 22 and February 5 from 11AM to 1PM, Linda Buckmaster of WWC will meet individually with students to answer money questions and concerns. Get help with deciding on a career that meets interests and financial needs; writing a resume and cover letter; job search techniques; managing money while on financial aid; and, how to apply for a Family Development Account. Sign up at the URock front desk.

Honors Program Meeting – February 6 at 6PM

Members of the Honors Program will attend a semester planning meeting at URock next Thurs, 2/6 at 6:00PM in room 414.  There are lots of good ideas to toss around! For more info contact Richard Fortuna.

Navigators for the Affordable Care Act Coming to URock

Learn to navigate the new health care law, the Affordable Care Act, with some expert advice. Official “Navigators” will be at URock Monday, Feb 10 from 2 – 4PM and Tuesday, Feb 11, 2- 4:00PM. There is no need to preregister.

MBTI Workshop March 6 – What’s Your Type?

URock will host a Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) workshop on Thursday, March 6 from 1:00 – 4:00PM. The MBTI is a questionnaire to measure psychological preferences in how people perceive the world and make decisions. Workshop participants must sign up at the URock front desk. Participants will pick up the questionnaire early in the week of February 10 and return it after a few days. Susan Barnard of the Rockland Career Center will lead the workshop and help participants discover career and occupations that are most suitable to their personality types. You can also see what famous personalities share your “type”. Only two seats left!

UMA’s General Scholarship Application is Available

UMA has an efficient way to apply for a large number of scholarships through one application process. Application deadline is March 21.

UMA New York City Trip Info

URock students are eligible to join UMA’s trip to New York City Monday, May 12 – 16. Transportation, accommodations and a ticket to one of three Broadway shows is included in the cost. The student all inclusive price is $250. Guests price is $650. Sign up at the URock front desk. Payment is due at sign-up time. Space is limited.

Proctored Test Times for the Spring Term

URock will hold proctored test times on Tuesdays from 8 – 11AM and on Fridays from 4 – 7PM. You must call ahead to schedule your test and remember to bring your photo ID!

Are You Ready for Storm Cancellations?

It has been an active season so far.  URock posts messages instantly on its webpage about any delays or course cancellations. You will also find information on TV channels 6, 8 and 13 or on the URock office message machine.

Get Help with Your FAFSA Now!

File or renew your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)for the next cycle in 2014-2015 as soon as possible in order to qualify for the most financial aid.

Apply immediately, don’t wait until you file a tax return! Estimate the numbers and file now. Once you have filed your tax return, correct any FAFSA data, as needed. Attend an MEOC Financial Aid Workshop session at URock on the following dates for hands on help with your FAFSA:

Monday, February 3, 9AM – Noon
Mondays, February 10 & 24
Mondays, March 10 & 24
Mondays, April 14 & 28
Mondays, May 5 & 19
Mondays, June 2, 16 & 30

 

URock Sweats and Tees  – More Styles and Colors

Check out the styles and colors of URock sweatshirts, sweatpants, T-shirts, long sleeved shirts and more. There’s lots of new designs.

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