Events & Programming
ZipAssist events and programming are all about supporting you throughout your time at UA by connecting you with on-campus resources while you're on the path towards graduation!
Questions? If you have questions about any of the below events or are looking for more information about getting involved, reach out to us at (330) 972-7272 or email us at uazipassist@uakron.edu.
SEPTEMBER 2019
Commuter Mingle
September 3rd & 4th| 8:30-11:00am Simmons Hall Lobby
Connect with other commuter students on your way to class, grab some snacks and hear about available resources! We'll have free giveaways as well!
Student Support in Simmons Hall
September 3rd & 4th| 11am-1pm Simmons Hall Lobby
FREE snacks from Insomnia Cookies and resource tables with giveaways and raffles! Learn about all of the resources and offices in Simmons Hall.
Financial Wellness
“Balancing on a Budget” is a campus-wide initiative to encourage financial wellness through monthly topics.
September's Topic: "Monthly Budgeting & Refund Usage"
Webinar: Wednesday, September 4th @ 12pm REGISTER HERE (Recorded version will be viewable online 48 hours following)
Challenge: Released September 9th
Workshop: September 20th | 11am Student Union 312
Newsletter: Emailed September 30th SIGN UP HERE
Parent Family Association Webinar
September 10th| 5:30-6:30pm Online
Hear from Adam Beverly (Coordinator of Student Involvement) and Alison Doehring (Director, ZipAssist) about staying involved as a parent and how your Zip can be engaged on campus. Learn about resources available to keep your student connected to campus, such as volunteering, student organizations, and how to get the support they need to be successful. Please click HERE to register.
Monthly Passport Event
September 11th-13th| 10am-2pm Simmons Hall 120
Looking to travel? Come apply for a U.S. Passport! The first 10 students or community members who process a passport application during this event will receive a complimentary passport photo for their application.
OCTOBER 2019
Financial Wellness
“Balancing on a Budget” is a campus-wide initiative to encourage financial wellness through monthly topics.
October's Topic: "Eating Healthy on a Budget"
Webinar: Wednesday, October 2nd @ 12pm REGISTER HERE (Recorded version will be viewable online 48 hours following)
Challenge: Released October 7th
Workshop: October 18th | 11am Location TBD
Newsletter: Emailed October 31st SIGN UP HERE
Family Weekend
October 11-13th | Various times & locations
The University of Akron is excited to invite you to attend Family Weekend 2019, a combination of Sibs Saturday and Parent's Weekend. Take this time to visit with your student and sibling and enjoy numerous activities and events that are planned for you!
Homecoming Activities
October 12th | Various times & locations
Join in on UA homecoming festivities
Parent Family Association Webinar
October 15th| 5:30-6:30pm Online
Start planning for the 2020-21 academic year. Join staff members from UA's Office of Student Financial Aid and talk about the FAFSA, scholarships, loans and other financial aid resources. Please click HERE to register.
NOVEMBER 2019
FASFA Fridays
November 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd | Varied Walk-In Hours, Simmons Hall Lobby
Join campus experts from Student Financial Aid and ZipAssist for one-on-one assistance with filing your FAFSA application.
Housing Fair (Off-Campus Living)
November 5 & 6th | 11:30am-1:30pm Student Union Concourse
Meet local landlords and complex representatives for info about leases and contract incentives! Learn about off-campus safety, tenant rights, and living on-campus.
Financial Wellness
“Balancing on a Budget” is a campus-wide initiative to encourage financial wellness through monthly topics.
November's Topic: "Holiday Spending & Saving"
Webinar: Wednesday, November 6th @ 12pm REGISTER HERE (Recorded version will be viewable online 48 hours following)
Challenge: Released November 11th
Workshop: November 22nd | 11am Student Union 318
Newsletter: Emailed November 30th SIGN UP HERE
DECEMBER 2019
Financial Wellness
“Balancing on a Budget” is a campus-wide initiative to encourage financial wellness through monthly topics.
December's Topic: "Affording Textbooks"
Webinar: Monday, December 2nd @ 12pm REGISTER HERE (Recorded version will be viewable online 48 hours following)
Challenge: Released December 2nd
Workshop: December 6th | 11am Student Union 318
Newsletter: Emailed December 6th SIGN UP HERE
Don't Freak Over Finals
December 9th - 13th | 9am-4pm Simmons Hall Lobby
Join us the week before finals for free snacks, quiet study space in Simmons and a variety of stress-relieving activities!
JANUARY 2020
Financial Wellness
“Balancing on a Budget” is a campus-wide initiative to encourage financial wellness through monthly topics.
January's Topic: "Saving for Emergencies"
Webinar: Wednesday, January 15th @ 12pm REGISTER HERE (Recorded version will be viewable online 48 hours following)
Challenge: Released January 17th
Workshop: January 24th | 11am Student Union 318
Newsletter: Emailed January 31st SIGN UP HERE
Commuter Mingle
January 22nd| 8:30-11:00am Simmons Hall Lobby
Connect with other commuter students on your way to class, grab some snacks and hear about available resources! We'll have free giveaways as well!
FEBRUARY 2020
Commuter Mingle
February 4th & 5th| 8:30-11:00am Simmons Hall Lobby
Connect with other commuter students on your way to class, grab some snacks and hear about available resources! We'll have free giveaways as well!
Financial Wellness
“Balancing on a Budget” is a campus-wide initiative to encourage financial wellness through monthly topics.
February's Topic: "Finding an Affordable Place to Live"
Webinar: Wednesday, February 5th @ 12pm REGISTER HERE (Recorded version will be viewable online 48 hours following)
Challenge: Released February 10th
Workshop: February 21st | 11am Student Union 318
Newsletter: Emailed February 28th SIGN UP HERE
Spring Balancing on a Budget Workshop
February 14th| 9:00am-12:00pm Student Union
Join us for a morning of conversations, activities, and resources to help you improve your financial wellness! Snacks and free giveaways will be provided. Stay tuned for more information soon!
MARCH 2020
Commuter Mingle
March 3rd & 4th| 8:30-11:00am Simmons Hall Lobby
Connect with other commuter students on your way to class, grab some snacks and hear about available resources! We'll have free giveaways as well!
Financial Wellness
“Balancing on a Budget” is a campus-wide initiative to encourage financial wellness through monthly topics.
March's Topic: "Understanding Your Spending Problem"
Webinar: Wednesday, March 4th @ 12pm REGISTER HERE (Recorded version will be viewable online 48 hours following)
Challenge: Released March 9th
Workshop: March 20th | 11am Student Union 318
Newsletter: Emailed March 31st SIGN UP HERE
APRIL 2020
Financial Wellness
“Balancing on a Budget” is a campus-wide initiative to encourage financial wellness through monthly topics.
April's Topic: "Increasing Income"
Webinar: Wednesday, April 1st @ 12pm REGISTER HERE (Recorded version will be viewable online 48 hours following)
Challenge: Released April 6th
Workshop: April 17th | 11am Student Union 318
Newsletter: Emailed April 30th SIGN UP HERE
Commuter Mingle
April 7th & 8th| 8:30-11:00am Simmons Hall Lobby
Connect with other commuter students on your way to class, grab some snacks and hear about available resources! We'll have free giveaways as well!
Don't Freak Over Finals Week
April 27th - May 1st| Varied times and locations
Prep for finals and de-stress with ZipAssist at various events. Stay tuned for more information!
Senior Week
April 27th - May 1st| Varied times and locationsZipAssist sponsors a few of the many celebratory programs for graduating students: Grad Cap Decorating, Textbook Drive and more. Stay tuned for more information!