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New Year’s Resolutions Goals

  • resolution: a firm decision to do or not to do something.
  • goal: the object of a person's ambition or effort; an aim or desired result.
Instead of setting huge, possibly unattainable resolutions this year, many psychologists recommend thinking small. This will help to avoid putting unnecessary pressure on yourself during an already stressful time and make you feel more accomplished in a short amount of time, and these little victories can then improve confidence and self-esteem.

Some suggested short-term goals for 2021 include the following:
  • Build a morning routine. The way you start your day can set the tone for the entire day. Think about how you can improve your mood first thing, to keep the momentum going. Include exercise, healthy eating and breathing fresh air.
  • Keep a daily journal. Organize your thoughts into a journal, or write down your great ideas as they happen.
  • Explore something new every day. Be spontaneous—try new recipes (or a new takeout restaurant!) Listen to a new type of music, or pick a word in the dictionary to use in conversation. The possibilities for new experiences are endless.
  • Develop one good habit every month, leave behind a bad habit each month. Recognizing what you can do to improve in small ways through self-assessment can be as easy as thinking about what you do that makes you feel good, but you don’t do it often—or thinking of what you do that makes you feel unhealthy, and avoid it.
  • Declutter and donate. Organization can make you feel like you accomplished, and removing clutter will allow you to breathe more freely. Take one cabinet at a time, rather than pulling the whole room apart, which can make the task seem overwhelming.
Hundreds of options exist for small goals. Let’s start 2021 with optimism and healthy habits, but without adding the stress of unrealistic resolutions.


1. Self-Care Strategies and Skills

It is very common for college students to experience high levels of distress, and in 2020, the need for self-care was more important than ever. We know this will continue in 2021, and we want your student to know they are not alone. Whether they are feeling overwhelmed, simply want to focus on wellness, or anywhere in between, please share with them our collection of self-help strategies and skills and resources. https://sacd.sdsu.edu/cps/self-care

Counseling & Psychological Services has many services and programs for students to obtain support for a variety of presenting concerns. Visit the website to explore the options, from the Center for Well-Being, Groups and Workshops, and MORE! https://sacd.sdsu.edu/cps/our-services-and-programs


2. Spring Class Schedule and Academic Advising

If your student has questions about the classes they have chosen for spring 2021, or would like to meet with an Academic Advisor, the office of Advising & Evaluations is the place to visit!

Students can schedule an Academic Advising appointment through the EAB Navigate application using their SDSUid and password. Detailed instructions for setting the appointment can be found at https://advising.sdsu.edu/advising/seeing_an_adviser/virtual-advising

The SDSU Office of Advising & Evaluations will be opening their new Virtual Front Desk on January 11. More details will be available at advising.sdsu.edu.


3. Spring Semester Involvement

The importance of getting involved with peers and feeling a sense of belonging and community at SDSU is vital to the success of our students. Here are some ways for your student to seek out these connections in spring 2021.

  • Do some research! Visit the Student Life and Leadership website to view a list of student organizations, or visit Presence, the student organization and event portal to search all of the Recognized Student Organization (RSO) pages.  
  • Student Life and Leadership’s Involvement Consultants - The Involvement Consultants are student leaders trained to have conversations with other students about how to get involved based on their personal interests and goals. To connect with an Involvement Consultant, have your student fill out this form with their interests, and the consultants will reach out once they are back for the spring semester. 
  • Spring RSO Expo - February 1-5 - An opportunity for students to connect with student organizations. More information will be shared with students via social media early in the spring semester!

4. Virtual Front Desk Resources for Students

Many offices on the SDSU campus have Virtual Front Desk options available. Below are some frequently asked for resources. Additional resources can be found on the SDSU Virtual Support and Resources for Students website: virtual-academic-help.sdsu.edu/.

SDSU's Student Financial Center for questions related to financial aid, scholarships and student accounts

  • Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm PST
  • https://sdsu.zoom.us/j/87293575613 
  • Students: please have your Red ID number ready.
  • Parents: make sure your student is with you or has authorized you to speak with us. FERPA regulations prevent us from speaking with you about personal financial aid information unless your student is with you, or has released authorization to you. Release of authorization is done in the "Privacy Settings" in a student's WebPortal account. This could take 24 hours to reflect on our end, so please be aware.

Admissions Virtual Office Hours

Office of Housing and Residential Education Virtual Front Desk

Veteran’s Center Virtual Front Desk

Student Ability Success Center - Students who need support obtaining accommodations in their courses should contact the Student Ability Success Center (SASC).

Student Life and Leadership Virtual Front Desk (returning January 19) College of Arts & Letters Virtual Advising Information

College of Education Office for Student Success Virtual Front Desk

Fowler College of Business Virtual Front Desk

College of Engineering Virtual Front Desk

College of Health and Human Services Virtual Front Desk

College of Professional Studies & Fine Arts Advising Information

College of Sciences Virtual Front Desk

Faculty Advancement & Student Success (Undeclared) - Student Success Help Desk


5. Summer Session 2021

San Diego State University summer courses can help you get ahead in your coursework and stay connected to your professors and the campus over the summer. SDSU is offering hundreds of online courses in three short sessions. Taking just one summer session course can put you on track to graduate on time or leave room in your schedule for an internship, a job, participation in a student organization next year, or other valuable experience.

Registration begins March 1, 2021

Class Schedule (select Summer 2021)

Summer Financial Aid is available for those who qualify: 

To be considered for summer financial aid you must

  • Be a continuing student from the spring semester or a new student who plans to enroll at SDSU for the fall semester.
  • File a FAFSA for the 2021-22 year and have an Award Notification from the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships.
  • Maintain satisfactory academic progress.

SDSU AMBASSADOR RECRUITMENT

The SDSU Ambassadors are highly regarded student leaders on our campus and serve as the official student representatives, tour guides and orientation leaders for San Diego State University. It is a professional, service-oriented team that serves the University throughout the academic year by volunteering at New Student and Family Convocation, Family Weekend and Explore SDSU. They also give campus tours to thousands of prospective students and their families throughout the year. During the summer months, they transition to become student employees in their role of an orientation leader, where they welcome and assist with the transition of new students and their families to SDSU. 

If you think your student is a good fit for this leadership position and is looking to get involved and find their home within SDSU, please encourage them to attend a virtual information session and apply to become an SDSU Ambassador!

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

The College of Education (COE) has a long history extending back to the very beginning of San Diego State University. What would eventually become SDSU was founded in 1897 as a normal school — a training facility for teachers. 

Today, COE continues to maintain a standard of excellence, as demonstrated for more than a century, preparing teachers, school administrators, counselors, community college faculty and leaders, performance improvement/technology professionals and community service professionals. COE offers two undergraduate majors (Liberal Studies and Child and Family Development) in addition to teaching credential, master’s and doctoral programs in multiple disciplines.

“Whether our students are preparing for careers in schools, colleges, social service agencies or elsewhere, they are all united by a common set of values,” said Y. Barry Chung, Dean of the College of Education. “Our college is defined by inspiring resolve, an innovative spirit, a passion for equity and justice and a shared purpose to make positive change.”

Highlights:

  • U.S. News & World Report ranks COE the No. 50 graduate education program among all universities nationwide, No. 37 among public universities nationwide and No. 8 for online education master’s programs.
  • In 2019-20, COE awarded 317 bachelor’s degrees, 498 credentials, 455 master’s degrees and 39 doctoral degrees.
  • COE faculty garnered $20.3 million in research funding in 2019-20. The college has coincidentally received more grant funding than any other college of education in the California State University System.
  • The Department of Dual Language and English Learner Education is a leader in preparing bilingual educators, granting more bilingual teaching credentials than any other university in California.
  • COE offers a Joint Ph.D. Program with Claremont Graduate University, focusing on democratic schooling, social justice, and equitable educational outcomes for all students.
  • COE’s Rehabilitation Counseling M.S. program ranks No. 4 in the nation according to U.S. News & World Report.

Spring 2021 Aztec Nights Events Are Coming!
Encourage Your Student(s) to Attend!
as.sdsu.edu/aztecnights/upcoming.php



Is your student looking for something fun & new to do?

Encourage them to join us to play
a role in this spring's
Drag Murder Mystery events!

For more information and to
register, visit bit.ly/dragmystery.

Deadline to sign up is Monday, January 11 at 8:00 p.m. PST.



 



Important Dates to Remember!

January 18 - Holiday—Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Faculty/Staff holiday. Campus closed.

January 19 - Last day to pay Basic Tuition and Fees without a late fee. Last day for nonresident (foreign and out-of-state) students to pay deferred tuition and not incur service charges.

January 20 - First Day of Classes. Faculty can begin to add students from class section wait lists. 

February 2 - Schedule adjustment deadline. 

  • Last day for students to add, drop, or change grading basis (7:59 p.m. deadline). 

  • Last day to opt-out of Immediate Access for online course materials.

February 12 - Rest and recovery day.*

February 24 - Payment accepted for Summer Session 2021

March 1 - Summer Session 2021 Registration Begins

March 8 - Rest and recovery day.*

March 30 - Rest and recovery day.*

March 31 - Cesar Chavez Day. Campus closed.

April 15 - Rest and recovery day.*

May 6 -  Last day of classes 

May 7 - May 13 - Final Examinations

May 13 - Commencement - Imperial Valley campus

May 14 – May 16 - Commencement – San Diego Campus 

May 21 - Last day of spring semester.

*Rest and recovery days are specifically designated for no instruction, no assignments, no deadlines, and no exams. Office hours, meetings and committee obligations will also be suspended during each rest and recovery day.

**Dates Subject to Change


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