On behalf of the Florida State University community, New Student & Family Programs would like to extend a warm welcome to you and your student! Whether this is your student's first year at FSU or their last, we are excited to have you as a member of the FSU family!

The fall semester is officially underway and we are excited to welcome our new and returning students into our community and support them for their ultimate success. That means that we are here to help you too! Throughout the academic year, New Student & Family Programs delivers this e-newsletter with articles, important dates, and happenings in our office and the University as a whole. This information will keep you informed and will help you support your ‘Nole as they transition to FSU. If at any time you want to stop receiving these e-mails, scroll down to the bottom of the page and click the "unsubscribe" link.

In addition to the Family Connection e-Newsletter, New Student & Family Programs is here for you. Give us a call, send us an e-mail, and let us know how we can help you! Please help us by encouraging other FSU family members to join our listserv by visiting: https://dsst.fsu.edu/nsfp/family/e-newsletter. You can also help us by following us on social media and sharing information to relevant groups and pages. If you need anything, please reach out and let us know so we can support you.

WELCOME FSU

Welcome FSU is a series of events that helps students get connected, meet new people, and get acclimated to their new home at FSU. Click the button below to see the full schedule of events and encourage your student to attend. Events are open to all FSU students!

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DON'T FORGET

There are a lot of dates and events to be mindful of--we're here to keep you informed. From the academic calendar to FSU Chats, university holidays to campus events, click below to learn about opportunities for engagement and essential dates to support your student.

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NOTES TO YOUR 'NOLE

Notes to your ‘Nole invites family members and supporters to write and submit a letter to their FSU student leading up to the start of the semester to help combat homesickness. Click below to learn more and submit your letter. Letters are due by August 23, 2021--get yours in today!

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DEALING WITH HOMESICKNESS

The beginning of a semester is always full of excitement. But it also can bring on homesickness as students adjust to their new classes, friends, and home. Click below to discover some ways you can help the transition to FSU go smoothly and reassure your student along the way.

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Florida State University is currently offering COVID-19 vaccinations at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center in accordance with guidelines provided by the Florida Department of Health and the Governor’s communications. No appointments are necessary for vaccination. Walk-ins are accepted and encouraged at all clinics!

Now through October 1, students can also register to win valuable prizes simply by getting fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

6 students will each win a package worth $3,500 of tuition and fee assistance
4 students will each win $150 in Dining Dollars for use at any Seminole Dining location
4 students will each win a $150 FSU Bookstore gift card
2 students will each win an Apple iPad Air 10.9 4th Generation valued at $549
1 student will win use of a luxury suite during a future FSU commencement ceremony of their choice at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center valued at $1,750

For more information, visit https://studentaffairs.fsu.edu/student-life/program.

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