December 9, 2024
Greetings, Eagle Families,
Welcome to another edition of the New Families Newsletter, providing first-year and transfer parents and families with resources to help your students succeed at American University! (View previous newsletters here.)
Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle!
The New Student and Family Programs Team
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Student-to-Student Advice
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"Try out as many student clubs as possible in your first few weeks. In my first semester I joined around a dozen different clubs, and while I definitely don't recommend committing to that many, it's good to get a feel for how you interact with different groups of students."
-Abby Q.
College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) '27
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The first tuition bill is due on Monday, January 6. Students and their proxies can view an itemized bill, mandatory fees, and financial aid in EagleService. Learn how to access billing by clicking the button below.
Proxies and FERPA
Students can add proxies to their student account. Adding a proxy provides family members access to view/pay bills and access the student's educational record under Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Learn more about FERPA here.
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Register for Families & Supporters Orientation
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Join us for Families & Supporters Orientation on Wednesday, January 8! Families of first-year and transfer students are invited for an informal welcome reception to meet other AU families and to become more familiar with resources and staff at AU.
Sign up today; registration closes on December 13.
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📨 Read Your Welcome Email Remind your student to read the welcome email from Undergraduate Admissions. The email communication contains important and time-sensitive information for new students regarding their transition to AU.
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📸 Upload Your One Card Photo Your student's AU One Card is their university ID, giving them access to their residence hall, university buildings, the on-campus dining hall, and so much more! Encourage your student to upload a photo today, and they will be able to pick up their card when they arrive on campus in January. Quick and easy!
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🚇 Pick Up Your AU U·Pass The U·Pass program provides unlimited rides throughout the academic year on DC area Metrorail and Metrobus lines (including express and airport shuttle buses). Students can pick up their U·Pass in January in the Parking and Commuter Services Office (Don Myers Technology & Innovation (DMTI) Building, Terrace Level). Note: Students must pick up their AU One Card before picking up their U·Pass.
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Remember to check your inbox for updates and news. If you have questions in the meantime, contact the New Student and Family Programs team. We're here to assist!
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eaglefamilies@american.edu
New Student and Family Programs
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
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