• I know these past few weeks have been hard on all of us. The holiday break turned into an additional call to work from home that required us to adjust our mindset and schedule, again. Thank you for all you've done to keep things running smoothly within Student Affairs this month. I'm optimistic about the semester ahead, and I look forward to seeing you and our students back on campus next week. Please remember that as a division our purpose is to serve students, and I require that we do that in person. Plan accordingly and be ready to return to campus fulltime no later than Feb. 7. Individuals with compromised health or other concerns should communicate with their direct supervisor and refer to Dr. Benson's Jan. 27 message to campus. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
• As you plan programs and activities this semester, please be mindful of recognized religious holidays and do not schedule events and activities on these days.

• Feb. 3: Basketball vs. Concordia Texas, 5:30 and 7:30 p.m., Activity Center.
• Feb. 4: Softball vs. Austin College, 2 p.m., softball field.
• Feb. 5: Basketball vs. Mary Hardin-Baylor, 1 and 3 p.m., Activity Center.
• Feb. 10: Basketball vs. Hardin-Simmons, 5:30 and 7:30 p.m., Activity Center.
• Feb. 11: Softball vs. LeTourneau, 4 p.m. doubleheader, softball field.
• Feb. 12: Softball vs. LeTourneau, noon, softball field.
• Feb. 12: Tennis vs. Austin College, 1 p.m., tennis courts.
• Feb. 12: Basketball vs. McMurry, 1 and 3 p.m., Activity Center.

Community Standards and Conduct

• Activities for the week of Jan. 17: Students referred for BAIT (3), misconduct (1). Student hearings (2), student/staff meetings (5).

Health & Wellness Initiatives

Health Center

• For currently enrolled students, there are a limited number of flu vaccines. The Covid-19 vaccine (Moderna) also is available. Students should visit the Patient Portal to schedule an appointment.

Student Engagement Initiatives

Intercultural Programs

• Jan. 31: American Football and the Super Bowl - Prepare for Fun!, 1 p.m., IG Live.
• Feb. 2: How to Be Globally Engaged This Semester, 3 p.m., IG Live.
• Feb. 4: iFriend Kick-Off, 2 p.m., Galaxy Rooms.

Student Development

• Feb. 4: Homecoming parade registration closes, noon.
• Feb. 7: Color the Comet (Homecoming) due at noon, SOC office.
• Feb. 7: Homecoming tailgate registration closes at noon.
• Registration for the Homecoming Chalk Art Contest is open until all spots are filled.

Student Union

• SU/SSB/SSA have reduced hours through Feb. 6: Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sat.-Sun., 9 a.m.-8 p.m. (SSA closed Sat.-Sun.). Normal operating hours return on Feb. 7.

Student Transition Initiatives

Student Transition Programs

• Feb. 3: Applications for the Transfer Student Leadership Program close.
• The Orientation Leader application is now available.

University Career Center

• Jan. 31: Explore the World of Work (WoW) info session, 3 p.m., Teams.
• Feb. 1: Internship Preparation and Handshake Orientation, noon, Teams.
• Feb. 2: EXPerience Abroad: Dublin & London International Internship Program info session, 3 p.m., Teams.
• Feb. 3: All Majors Virtual Career Fair Day 1, 1 p.m., Virtual Handshake.
• Feb. 3: A Day in the Life: Leah Serrano HR at Wargaming, noon, Teams.
• Feb. 4: All Majors Virtual Career Fair Day 2, 1 p.m., Virtual Handshake.