14 Aug 2024

Delayed Start to Fall 2024

Dear Falcons,
We have been working hard this summer to help prepare the campus for your return. Unfortunately, because there is still some work yet to be done, including repairs to buildings damaged by Tropical Storm Debbie last week, we need to delay the date of student move-in and the start of classes. New and returning students are asked to delay their move-in to August 27th to August 28th. Classes will begin for all students on September 3, 2024.
During this two-week delayed start:
  • We will be working to make some maintenance upgrades to dorms and classrooms.
  • We will be finalizing major funding that will allow us to pay overdue student refunds and staff salaries from last semester.
  • We will be restoring power and water to the buildings affected by Tropical Storm Debbie.
During this delay, we also have some things we need you to do as students:
  • We need you to complete your application for federal financial aid (FAFSA) and your class registration.
  • We need you to complete your housing applications and pay your housing fee if you plan to live on campus, if you have not done so already.
  • We need you to be on the lookout for information related to your new learning management system, Brightspace, and complete the activities to help you get oriented to the system.
Falcons, while I know this delay is frustrating, I want you to know that this is a new day.
As we work to improve this University, we promise to communicate regularly with you about all updates and improvements across campus. We promise to have more activities and events to keep you engaged on campus. We promise to continue to find ways to help make college more affordable for you. And we promise to continue to staff our campus with kind, caring, and supportive individuals who are here to help you succeed.
My belief in the Falcon spirit is unshakable, and my belief in you as students is unwavering. As Interim President, I want to encourage you to continue believing in us. Continue to believe in SAU. I want each of you to know that our campus is not the same without you. We miss you dearly, and we look forward to seeing you on campus on August 27th!
With Falcon Pride,
Marcus H. Burgess
Interim President
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