Campus has changed so quickly the past few months. Now that we have started the semester, we need to keep up with the latest news and be prepared for changes as they come. We’ve put together the top 4 ways you can be prepared for whatever may come next!
1. Read your email
We cannot stress this enough! Sure, not everything that comes your way may be all that interesting to you, but we’re willing to bet that there are a few things sitting in your inbox that have important information you’re going to have questions about. It’s going to be a lot easier to navigate this semester if you’re making a point to keep up on your inbox. We’ll even give you the pass to skim them.
2. Keep Myslice information updated
Making sure your contact information and current residential address are correct and up to date is always important. If you haven’t caught on to the theme of the semester yet, it’s even more important now! Accurate contact information helps the University keep you updated, successfully contact trace if needed, and reach those of us who are living off-campus with services and support.
To check and update your information, sign-in to your Myslice account using your NetID and password. You’ll then be able to update your information by selecting the “Profile” icon. If you’re still having trouble or locked out of your account, reach out to ITS.
3. Understand where to seek answers and ask questions.
There is a lot of information out there, and it can be challenging to know where to find it all. Just know that you don’t need to navigate your questions alone! Of course you can always ask what has worked for your friends, but what better way to get the information you need from the people whose job it is to help you? There are several offices and resources willing to answer your questions and guide you to the resources you may need. A great place to start is the Dean of Students Office. Their staff members have a wide knowledge of campus and are eager to help you.
A full scope of offices and contact information is available on the Division of Enrollment and the Student Experience website.
4. Follow social media accounts.
Social media is an information powerhouse, but it can also be a space for misinformation to spread fast. Be sure to follow accounts that are trustworthy! If you’re looking for campus updates, news and events, @SUcampus on Facebook and Twitter is your place to go. If Instagram is your go-to, @syracuseu shares important updates from time to time and highlights campus events every Monday on their Instagram story.
Keep in mind that social media isn’t always the first thing to be updated and likely doesn’t have the full context.
Be sure to practice lots of self-care this semester! Take breaks when you’re feeling information overload. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed, but remember that you’re in control. It’s OK to let go of the things that aren’t essential to your health and safety or don’t align with your needs and interests.