DUS News - April 3, 2023
You are allowed to be in DUS up to the end of your first four semesters. After that, though, you need to move out of DUS and into your major, especially if you’re planning to graduate on time. If you started at Penn State during summer or fall 2021, this is your last semester in DUS, and you will be receiving letters from us about next steps. Use "Update Academics" to declare your major (more on this below). If you're still unsure about where to go from here, meet with your adviser to finalize your plans.
If you have reached a decision about your choice of major and meet the qualifications to enter that major, you can use "Update Academics" in LionPATH to process a change into your major. You can review the qualifications for your intended major by viewing the entrance-to-major requirements on your intended major's page in the Bulletin. Congratulations on making it to this exciting moment of your academic journey!
The late drop deadline is this Friday, April 7, 11:59 p.m. You should consult with an academic adviser if you’re considering late dropping a course to fully consider the ramifications for your degree progress, financial arrangements, and future opportunities. The Late-Drop Checklist and policies for late dropping courses can help you think through the potential consequences of dropping a course before your advising conversation.
- April 4 (Tues.)
- Study Smarter Workshop - April 7 (Fri.)
- Late Drop Deadline - April 10 (Mon.)
- Pre-Law Orientation Session (Zoom, Registration Required) - April 12 (Wed.)
- Study Smarter Workshop
Find a global engagement opportunity that satisfies your ambition and fits your needs. With the 3Rs from Penn State Global, you can rediscover, reimagine, and reengage with the world by exploring new pathways to global learning.
Throughout April, the Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity (CSGD) and partners across Penn State will be celebrating Pride Month. In 2023, Penn State Pride Month events will include CSGD signature programs like the Pride HUB Takeover, Pride March and Rally, Karao-Gay, Super Gay 5K, and Penn State Gayla, with even more going on across the Commonwealth. Check out the full schedule of events for more information!
April is nationally recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM). In recognition, the University Park Undergraduate Association (UPUA) will collaborate with the Penn State Gender Equity Center, other campus partners, and student organizations to host programs, workshops, and events to help educate the Penn State community and raise awareness.
Learn how to build a strong foundation for your financial future through budgeting, credit, debt, saving, and investing! Financial Foundations is a 5-part workshop series hosted by the Penn State Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center. Learners who complete the series are awarded a micro-credential badge to display to their networks. Space is limited, so sign up for a spot in the April 2023 series today!
There are three ways you can talk with a DUS adviser at University Park (Note: DUS students at other campuses or at other colleges at University Park should check how advising services are being offered where you are):
- 20–30 minute scheduled appointment with your assigned adviser over Zoom or in person.
- Quick question advising (QQA) with any DUS adviser over Zoom or in person. No appointment is needed. Quick question advising will be held Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 1:00–3:00 p.m. and Tuesdays from 9:00–11:00 a.m. You can find the link to the QQA waiting room on the DUS appointments webpage.
- Please note: For the week of April 3–7, there will be additional QQA hours on Friday from 9:00–11:00 a.m. and 1:00–3:00 p.m. in case you have last-minute questions about late drop.
- Email your assigned adviser.
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