The Connection, November 2006
Happy November! Thanksgiving is coming up and I hope everyone has a great one. As you gather with family and friends to reflect on all that you are thankful for, know that TWU is thankful for you, our students! No matter if you live in the dorms or in another country, thank you for choosing TWU and we hope that your time here as been a good investment. Have a safe and fun holiday!
You are receiving this newsletter because you are enrolled in at least one course that has a televideo or internet component. These types of courses are called eLearning courses. If you feel that you have received this newsletter in error or if you have a topic you would like to see addressed, please notify the Distance Learning staff at DL@mail.twu.edu.
Important Dates
Mark your calendars! The following dates are important and may affect you:
| November 2 |
Last day to drop a class or withdraw from the University; 5 p.m. |
| November 17 |
Last day to file theses and dissertations for students completing degree requirements by December 2006 |
| November 22-24 |
Thanksgiving Holiday (no classes) |
Check out the Academic Calendar for more important dates for drops, registration and payments.
Commencement
Graduating in December? Congratulations! Information about the Denton commencement ceremonies on December 16 is available at: http://www.twu.edu/registrar/commencement.htm.
Information about the Houston commencement on December 17 is available at: http://www.twu.edu/houston/news.htm.
Even if you are not participating in commencement, if you are graduating in December, follow this link to find out about graduation procedures and opportunities to announce your achievement. http://www.twu.edu/dl/announcements.htm#grad
Spring 2007
Spring Registration Schedule
| Graduate Students |
November 1, 2006 |
| Seniors & Post Baccalaureates |
November 10, 2006 |
| Juniors |
November 15, 2006 |
| Sophomores |
November 22, 2006 |
| Freshmen |
November 28, 2006 |
Spring 2007 Schedule of Classes
Remember: CRIS is no longer available!
You must use your Portal Account to register and don’t forget your advising code!
Payment Dates
| January 12, 2007 |
5 p.m. |
Spring Payment Deadline **Unpaid schedules will be deleted** |
| January 16, 2007 |
8 a.m. |
Classes and Late Registration begin |
| January 19, 2007 |
5 pm. |
Last day to Register and Pay |
| January 31, 2007 |
5 p.m. |
Last day to drop a class, remain enrolled and receive a refund |
| February 22, 2007 |
5 p.m. |
Second Installment Deadline |
| March 29, 2007 |
5 p.m. |
Final Installment Deadline |
- Registration bills will NOT be mailed. Balances due must be acquired via Pioneer Portal>My Info>Ebill.
- Payment must be made online through PortalPay by credit card or web-check, or in person. Payments that are mailed must reach the Bursar's office by the payment deadline to avoid deletion of class schedules and late fees.
- Students who wish to pay their spring semester charges via the Installment Payment Option must enroll in the Plan via PortalPay. Financial aid, payments and credits will be considered toward the minimum down payment of 50% of the total charges. Satisfaction of the minimum payment requirement is required at the time of enrollment in the plan. The remaining balance will be due in two installment payments by February 22 and March 29 by 5 p.m.
Withdrawal Refund Schedule (Dropping all classes)
| January 12 |
100% less $15 matriculation fee |
| January 16-22 |
80% of refundable charges |
| January 23-29 |
70% of refundable charges |
| January 30-February 5 |
50% of refundable charges |
| February 6-12 |
25% of refundable charges |
| After 5 p.m., February 12 |
0% |
TWU OneCard
TWU has contracted with HigherOne to issue student refunds. Refunds are not disbursed by the University.
If this is your first semester at TWU, you will automatically receive your TWU OneCard within 10-14 days after you register for classes. The card will be mailed to the address of record at the University.
The TWU OneCard is NOT a credit card. It is a debit card that can be used anywhere Debit MasterCard is accepted. Even if you choose not to use it, you will need the information on the card to sign-up for your preferred method of receiving refunds. Please DO NOT throw it away.
If you are entitled to a refund (from scholarships, financial aid, and refunds from schedule changes) you can receive it one of three ways:
- Directly on your student TWU Debit Card via the OneAccount (happens immediately)
- Another bank account of your choice (takes 2-3 business days)
- Paper check (takes 5-7 business days)
To activate or find more information about the TWU OneCard, please visit www.twuone.com. For more information you may also contact the Bursar’s Office at (940) 898-3570.
Note: Students must contact the Bursar’s Office to request refunds due to schedule changes. Credit balances that occur due to a schedule change where the original payment was made online by credit card can be applied back to the cardholder’s account by contacting the Bursar’s Office.
Minimum Enrollment for Financial Aid
Contributed by Governor Jackson, Director of Financial Aid
Recipients of federal or state financial aid must be enrolled for a minimum of six (6) credit hours a semester at Texas Woman’s University to retain financial aid eligibility. Exceptions are made for students who have completed all regular coursework and are only enrolled in Thesis, Professional Paper, or Dissertation.
Aid recipients who withdraw from TWU prior to completing 60% of the semester are required to repay a portion of their financial aid in accordance with formulas published by the federal Department of Education. These formulas pro-rate any financial aid that was applied to university charges and often result in a balance owed for students who withdraw prior to completing 60% of the semester. Additional information may be found on the TWU Financial Aid Web Page at http://www.twu.edu/finaid/refunds.htm .
TWU Athletics
Contributed by Chalese Connors, Director of Athletics
Attention Pioneers! Your basketball team is gearing up for the 2006-07 season with exhibition games scheduled for Nov. 9th and 12th in Magee Arena in Pioneer Hall. The home opener is Nov. 30th against Central Oklahoma at 7 p.m. Check out www.twuathletics.com for a complete schedule as well as all the latest news and information on gymnastics, softball, soccer and volleyball too. Remember that all TWU students are admitted FREE to any athletics regular-season home event with a valid I.D.! We hope to see you in the stands!
Interested in volunteering?
Contributed by Candi Westbrook, Volunteer Coordinator
Distance Learners - want to find a way to get involved on campus but not sure where you fit in or how to plug in from off-campus? I have two great opportunities for you.
Dance Marathon- This year we are challenging all groups on campus to form the biggest, loudest, most extreme team to participate in the marathon. Or get involved as an individual. This is Your opportunity to make a difference in a child’s life & also attend the party of your life! Check out our website at www.twudancemarathon.com.
Alternative Spring Break – Save the date- March 16th – 21st. This year we are headed to Biloxi, MS to help with the Katrina Re-building efforts. ASB provides an opportunity to experience, discuss and understand social issues in a meaningful way. These trips encourage teamwork, mutual respect and understanding diversity while challenging comfort zones and developing students into lifelong active citizens.
For more information on any of these events or organizations, contact Candi in the Center For Student Development @ cwestbrook@twu.edu or 940-898-3593.
