We know that finals week can be stressful, so take some time to de-stress, grab some free food, and settle in for your last push for the semester. Whether your preferred mode of decompression may be playing a game like Bingo, getting a free massage, or crafting, IUP has something to assist you through the pressures of finals week. 

Students studying in Kopchick Hall

Of course, this includes study spaces, study and tutoring opportunities, and help in writing your final papers. Remember, we are here to help you through this.  You're almost there!  

Get the latest news and happenings any time at IUP Now.

The switchover to the new portal will occur on May 28. On that day, the portal at my.iup.edu will go offline and redirect visitors to the new portal. The new portal is customizable; you can add and remove "cards" to your Dashboard. It has a built-in search tool (Discover), so no more scrolling through long pages for links. If you haven't tried the new portal yet, you can access it and learn more at www.iup.edu/myiup.

As the semester ends, take time to appreciate your accomplishments and successes. Remember to share your achievements with your support team and acknowledge their role in helping you reach your goals and move forward in your life.

Find more Academic Success Student Resources.

It is important to apply for pre-approval to transfer your credits back to IUP! Follow these three steps:

1.) Talk to your advisor about possible courses to take.

2.) Visit the Online Transfer Credit Equivalency System to determine which class or classes from the outside institution may transfer to IUP.

3.) Complete an electronic Application for Pre-Approval of Coursework.

Remember – only the credits earned transfer back to IUP, not the grade!

Your Navigator can help you once you have talked to your advisor about what courses you might take. If you are enrolled in a summer class through IUP, know that your Navigator is here to help you throughout the summer as well. Reach out if you need tutoring or other assistance!

Have questions? Get answers at the Hawks Q&A Center.

Take some time away from the books to cheer on the Women's Lacrosse Team as they face Lock Haven on Saturday, May 4, at Miller Stadium. Talons Up!

Keep up with your favorite teams at IUP Athletics.

Join STATIC on Saturday, May 4, from noon until 4:00 p.m. outside of the HUB (in the HUB Parking Lot next to the Delaware Room) to celebrate the end of the semester. There will be food trucks, which are free for all valid icard holders.  

Find more student organizations in Crimson Connect.

Take time to destress for finals week on Monday, May 6, from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. in Folger Student Center for the annual De-Stress Fest. There will be therapy dogs, free tarot card readings and massages, cotton candy, snacks, crafts, and more! All students are invited to this free event.

Keep yourself physically and mentally healthy at the Center for Health and Well-Being.

It takes roughly seven seconds to make a first impression, so you want to make sure you make it count. Some easy things to do are: have a good handshake, repeat the other person's name, look them in the eye, and smile!

First impressions can happen anytime and anywhere - during an interview, at a networking event, or even when you're out and about. Use this summer to continue to build your professional network and make positive impressions - it might just pay off sooner than you'd imagine!

Get ready for your future at the Career and Professional Development Center.

Whatever you call them—flapjacks, griddle cakes, crèpes, or hotcakes—you will surely enjoy this IUP tradition. On Monday, May 6, from 10:30 p.m. to midnight, IUP celebrity servers will serve late-night pancakes at North Dining. All students are welcome—free of charge, whether or not they have a meal plan.

Find out everything happening at IUP on the Events Calendar.

Contact us at: universitystudentaffairs-vpsa@iup.edu