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Student Support and Success Newsletter 03-04-2021

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Student Support and Success Newsletter

March 4, 2021

 

Welcome from the Assistant Dean for Student Support and Success

Vanessa Rodriguez

Dear SoPA Students,

It's March and spring has at least peeked its head around the corner. With the promise of a new season on the horizon and the positive effects of our community's COVID prevention efforts coming to fruition, I am feeling a renewed sense of determination. I hope you are too. Many of you are likely preparing for midterms. As you do so, we encourage you to stay communicative with your professors and fellow students. They are meaningful resources in addition to your academic advisor. For those students who plan on graduating at the end of this semester, don't forget to turn in your graduation application as soon as possible. As always, we are here to help. Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,
Vanessa Rodriguez
Vanessa Rodriguez


Staff Spotlight: Alexis Stone, Senior Academic Advisor

Alexis Stone

Alexis is a Senior Academic Advisor at SoPA, she advises undecided Undergraduate students and guides them toward a permanent program of study as well as students declared in the Public Relations and Digital Media and Marketing. Alexis earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Xavier University of Louisiana and a Master's degree in Criminal Justice from Loyola University of New Orleans. Alexis comes to SoPA with 10 plus years of experience in higher education in a variety of roles. She has worked as an academic advisor since 2012. In her spare time, she enjoys watching movies, discovering new music and going to Saints games.

Alexis says to her undecided students, "It's okay to be unsure on a major right now. For many students, your major is not necessarily going to be your career. Some majors prepare students with transferable skills that can be used in many fields. Use this time to explore your options and discover your interests."


Important Announcement for Graduating Students!

If you would like your name listed in the commencement program, please fill out the online application in your Gibson portal by 9:00 A.M. on Monday, March 8. If you miss the deadline, your name will not be included in the program.


Comcast NBCUniversal-SVA Scholarship

The Comcast NBCUniversal-SVA Scholarship is now open! Comcast NBCUniversal has partnered with SVA to award a $12,000 scholarship to two student veterans. Student veterans must meet the following criteria to apply for the Comcast NBCUniversal-SVA Scholarship:

  • Be pursuing a bachelors or graduate degree from an accredited two-year or four-year institution of higher learning, located in the United States
  • Be enrolled for the 2021/2022 academic year
  • Submit proof of military service
  • Submit a resume
  • Submit proof of enrollment in an accredited U.S. institution of higher education (transcript)
  • Have at least a 3.0 GPA
  • Submit an application to include two essay questions
APPLY NOW

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Career Events

The "STAR" Interview Method
March 16 at 12:00 P.M.
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March 29 at 12:00 P.M.
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Upcoming Events and Deadlines

March 2021

  • March 8 by 9:00 A.M. - Commencement Program Listing Due
  • March 10: Lagniappe Day - No Classes
  • March 22: Lagniappe Day - No Classes, or Designated Make-up Day, Only Used in the Event of University Closure
  • March 24:
    • Last Day to Withdraw
    • Last Day to Change Grading Options Other Than Audit

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