New to Mizzou
Topics to Discuss
New experiences often bring up new expenses. Discuss who will pay for tuition, food, housing, clothing, phone, health care…
Checking their bank or meal plan balance often will help Tigers show how things add up. If dining plan meals don’t add up as quickly as expected, Tigers can adjust their plans or their habits.
Talking and visiting less often can be hard, but it can be a sign they are settling in.
Learning about and gathering academic resources early will make it easier to bounce back quickly.
Your Tiger owns their educational and billing records and accounts and only they can grant you access to the following:
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Completed important requirements for the semester? Your student will receive a personalized to-do list sent to their Mizzou email inbox. |
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Submitted Mizzou ID card information? It’s the key to food, fitness, activities, residence halls and more. |
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Completed the Canvas course? This is their one-stop-shop for all the resources they need to succeed. |
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Established an accommodations plan with the Disability Center? Establishing a plan before the semester starts will help make sure accommodations are ready from the very first day. Call the Disability Center at 573-882-4696. |
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Downloaded the Residential Life move-in checklist? Know what to bring — and what to leave behind. |
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Received a copy from you of their insurance card? …Or has a photo of your card and knows the policyholder’s date of birth. Contact your insurance provider. |
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