Your weekly emails are really the best way to connect with your students. HAVE FUN with them. Feel free to add any images, gifs, or quotes that you think will really help them in their transition to the U (and connect with you as their mentor).

If you're feeling stumped about content, here are a few guidelines on things you can include in your weekly email:

• Talk a little bit about the theme/content of the week - If there are curriculum events for the week, include them! Most students open the Canvas site on Sundays and will miss those events. Curriculum events are such an easy way to gain points!

• Remind them about their UThrive assignment - This assignment often goes forgotten and pushed into finals week. That creates a lot of stress, and no one needs that.

• Remind them to schedule/sign up for a 1:1 with you - This is another requirement that sometimes gets pushed off. Hopefully a reminder in every email will do the trick, otherwise, reach out personally to those who have not scheduled with you!

• Remind them of your office hours - Many students will not remember the time and day of your office hours. You can include it in the beginning, middle, or near your signature.

Email Example from a Former SL