Sweet Briar College { First Year }

Cheryl Steele — Thu, 02 May 2013 18:49:34 +0000

Dear Class of 2016–

As Robyn Sanderson spends maternity leave time with Adair Elizabeth who was born in early April, I wanted to check in and wish you good luck as you complete the last week of classes and prepare for exams, final papers, etc.

I know that Robyn has enjoyed meeting and getting to know so many of you personally–and looks forward to working with you as sophomores next year! I have enjoyed meeting and spending time with a number of you as well and am so appreciative of what you have brought collectively to the College and community–and know that good things will follow in the years ahead!

We hope that your first year at Sweet Briar has been a rewarding and enjoyable one, both academically and personally. You received a survey recently via email asking for your feedback about the College and we hope you will complete that–your feedback is important to us.

Watch your email for e-newsletters this summer–we want to stay connected with you.

Warm wishes from the Co-Curricular Life staff –

To Families–

Thank you for being an important part of this year’s journey and we look forward to continued communication with you next year.

We want to stay connected with you over the summer as well and you will be receiving e-newsletters from the College over the summer. Please feel free to confirm that we have your email address via a message to cclife@sbc.edu.

Warm wishes to you, also–

Cheryl Steele, Dean of Co-Curricular Life

Finding a Roommate for Next Year

rsanderson — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:58:40 +0000

Students are making plans to select rooms for next year and quite a few are also looking for roommates as well. The Office of Residence Life will host a “Meet and Greet” event on Tuesday, March 26th between 6-9pm in Johnson Dining Room. The goal of this event is to provide a forum for students that are looking for roommates to meet similar students and determine if they will be compatible to live together next year. I would highly encourage first year students to attend this event!

Emergency Siren Test on Tuesday

rsanderson — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 14:59:40 +0000

At least once a semester our campus practices one of the emergency siren drills in order to ensure that students, faculty, and staff are educated on the emergency procedure process. On Tuesday, March 26 at 1:35pm we will practice the SAFE siren.

The drill will begin with a sustained three-minute blast which denotes the SAFE siren. When campus members hear this siren, they should immediately secure themselves by locking their classroom, residence hall or office door and staying away from windows.

If someone is in a public space or a room without a door that locks, then they should refer to the public safe locations that are denoted in blue or green on the evacuation plans posted near building entrances. If students are are outside when they hear the siren, then they should move immediately to the nearest building’s public safe location. Do not remain outside.

When the drill is over, the ALL CLEAR signal, a seven-second blast, will sound to indicate campus members may leave their safe location.

In addition to the siren blasts, information will be communicated through the e2Campus emergency notification system via text message and voice mail.

Students are encouraged to watch the following youtube video which was created by a student club to help educate the campus about the different types of sirens.

Student Re-Enrollment for the Fall

rsanderson — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 13:57:51 +0000

It’s hard to believe, but it’s that time of year! Students must pay a re-enrollment fee which will allow students to participate in room selection and registration. Both of these events are coming up soon so it’s pertinent that students turn in their $200 immediately, if they have not already done soon.
The deadline for the re-enrollment was due on Friday, March 15. Did you’ll miss the deadline? If so, your daughter can pay in cash or check today in the Business Office (third floor Prothro). Parents and students can also pay online with debit or credit cards by clicking here.

Unsure if your daughter needs to pay the re-enrollment fee? Students can access their financial account online at any time under:

“mysbc.edu” Go to MY ACADEMICS and View STUDENT ACCOUNTS

Students will see their balance and activity as well as HOLDS on accounts. Financial aid information is available under the FINANCIAL AID heading as well.

Important dates by which student accounts must be current in order to participate:

March 15
Room deposits or Re-Enrollment fees are due. This $200 deposit is non refundable and must be paid before a student can participate in the Room Selection Process.

March 19-22
Room Number Draw (Students randomly select a number which determines the order in which they will select their room for next year)

April 2
Room Selection (The process by which a student and her roommate(s) sign up for their specific room for next year.)

April 10
Registration begins for Fall Term classes begin.

A student may not participate in Room Selection nor Fall Term registration unless all student account balances are paid. Should there be questions contact the following offices located on the 3rd floor Student Commons:

Business Office – Rita Cash, Accounts Receivable Coordinator, 381-6200, rcash@sbc.edu

Financial Aid – Wanda Spradley, Associate Director Financial Aid, 381 -6156, spradley@sbc.edu

Spring Break Closing Instructions

rsanderson — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 20:24:11 +0000

It’s hard to believe, but Spring Break begins on March 9! Residence Life has shared the following information with all students and I thought it might be helpful to share this message on the blog as well.

Spring Break Closing

Spring Break closing begins on Saturday, March 9, 2013 at 8 a.m. At this time, the residence halls will close. No one will be allowed to remain in the residence halls after 8 a.m. on March 9th. The Residence halls will reopen on Sunday, March 17, 2013, at 8 a.m. No one will be permitted in the residence halls before that time or at any other time during semester break.

The last meal served will be dinner at Prothro on Friday, March 8th, and dinner will be the first meal served in Prothro on Sunday, March 17, 2013.

If you encounter problems with timing, transportation, or other concerns regarding closing for break, please contact Residence Life by Monday, March 4th. There will be a shuttle service to and from the airport. This service is offered on a first-come, first-serve basis, and you must sign up with the chaplain’s office prior to the break. Another option is the local taxi service, Tabb’s Taxi. Please contact Cora at (434) 944-3437 or tabbcab@comcast.net.

Before Leaving:

· Defrost and unplug your refrigerator (please make sure there is no food left in it).

· Unplug all electrical items, with the exception of fish tanks. Please label the cord to the fish tank.

· Turn off lights and ceiling fans.

· Close and lock windows and leave shades/curtains open.

· Turn radiator down but not off (if applicable).

· Remove all valuables.

· Thoroughly clean room and empty trash.

· Discard all perishables from your room and the common area refrigerator; keep dry goods in a sealed container.

· Remove all personal items from hallways and common areas.

· Do not request that staff water your plants during break; they should survive if well-watered and covered with a plastic bag.

· If you need to leave a vehicle on campus during break, make arrangements with Campus Safety; secure bikes in bike racks.

· Lock the door to your room!

Residence Life staff will be entering rooms to ensure that all of the check-out requirements listed above have been completed and that rooms have been left in the appropriate condition for the break. College staff may be making health and safety checks and conducting routine maintenance or repairs in the residence halls during break.

Women’s Health Focus Continues

rsanderson — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:20:16 +0000

A wide variety of offices at Sweet Briar are working together to emphasize aspects of Women’s Health during the month of February. Below you will see the flier for the events that are being offered on campus this week. Events are open to all students, faculty, and staff.
First Year Programs is co-sponsoring an Equal Pay Day program on Thursday night at 6:00pm in Johnson dining room! We are encouraging students to wear red and learn about unequal pay between men and women; including ways to negotiate a higher salary!

Guidance for Declaring Majors and Financial Fitness

rsanderson — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 02:30:45 +0000

The Office of First Year and SophoMORE Programs has partnered with several other offices on campus to provide two important programs this week. Tuesday at noon in Johnson dining room, we will offer a session that aims to help students start narrowing down a major. This session will provide practical advice on helping student explore majors/career fields and narrow down to a specific area of interest.
On Wednesday night at 6pm (also in Johnson dining room), we will be hosting a Financial Fitness session. This program will help students develop skills for balancing a checkbook and managing a bank account. Students will also learn basics about budgeting and student loan management.
We hope students of all ages will attend; especially the first years.

College Success Series Begins TONIGHT!

rsanderson — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 22:55:15 +0000

We are pleased to offer the College Success Series for this spring semester! The series will begin tonight at 6:30pm in Reid Pit as we help prepare students by discussing “Strategies for Greater Academic Success” and our very own Professor Casteen will help students understand expectations in the classroom here at Sweet Briar. Students are also encouraged to attend the Student Government Association meeting immediately following the College Success Series. We believe it’s important for students to find a way to get involved outside the classroom as well. Check out the flier for more information. The series will continue next week as well as we help students explore ways to stay motivated.

Winter Break Shuttle-Important Sign Up Information

rsanderson — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 21:26:46 +0000

The Office of Co-Curricular Life will be offering free shuttle service to and from the Lynchburg airport and the Lynchburg Amtrak station at Winter break.

SHUTTLE AVAILABILITY:

Thursday, December 20 (all day)

Friday, December 21 (all day)

Saturday, December 22 (in the morning)

Tuesday, January 22 (all day for the return to campus)

HOW TO SIGN UP: Students have two options to chose from:

Sign up in Prothro on Thursdays (December 6th and 13th) during lunch with Kristie Munn, Assistant to the Chaplain

Stop by the Chaplain’s Office (lower level of Reid Hall)

To sign up, students should bring flight/train itinerary

Students can also stop by the Chaplain’s Office to sign up between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Tuesday thru Thursday and 10:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Fridays.

Seating is limited and transportation is available on a first come, first serve basis.

SIGN UP BY……

All requests must be made in person by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 14.
REMINDERS:

The Residence Halls close at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 22 and will re-open at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 22.
In extenuating circumstances, students may request approval to arrive early/depart late and have accommodations in the Guest House on a first come, first served basis.
QUESTIONS:

If you have further questions please contact Kristie Munn in the Chaplain’s Office at x6103 or kmunn@sbc.edu<

The Office of Co-Curricular Life will be offering free shuttle service to and from the Lynchburg airport and the Lynchburg Amtrak station at Winter break.
SHUTTLE AVAILABILITY:

Thursday, December 20 (all day)
Friday, December 21 (all day)
Saturday, December 22 (in the morning)

Tuesday, January 22 (all day for the return to campus)
HOW TO SIGN UP: Students have two options to chose from:

Sign up in Prothro on Thursdays (December 6th and 13th) during lunch with Kristie Munn, Assistant to the Chaplain
Stop by the Chaplain’s Office (lower level of Reid Hall)
To sign up, students should bring flight/train itinerary
Students can also stop by the Chaplain’s Office to sign up between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Tuesday thru Thursday and 10:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Fridays.
Seating is limited and transportation is available on a first come, first serve basis.
SIGN UP BY……
All requests must be made in person by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 14.
REMINDERS:
The Residence Halls close at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 22 and will re-open at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 22.
In extenuating circumstances, students may request approval to arrive early/depart late and have accommodations in the Guest House on a first come, first served basis.
QUESTIONS:
If you have further questions please contact Kristie Munn in the Chaplain’s Office at x6103 or kmunn@sbc.edu.
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Welcome Back!

rsanderson — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 15:53:29 +0000

We are excited to welcome back students after Thanksgiving break; it’s great to see the campus come alive again with excited students! Most of the first year students that I’ve spoken to can’t believe how quickly their semester has flown by so far. This time of the semester is often very busy for students in regards to preparation for final papers and studying for upcoming exams. I want to take a minute to share this USA Today College article that might be helpful for students during this busy time. It outlines some great resources that students should access during this potentially stressful time.