College Parenting Newsletter | November

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This Month and Next

Spring Course Registration: typically opens after Fall Break. Students can register for spring courses, complete FCI, and select housing requests. Encourage your student to meet with his/her Professional Advisor in CASAS for assistance with navigating course registration.

Nov. 24-28 – Thanksgiving Break: begins after last class on Nov. 21. Dining halls will be closed after dinner on Nov. 21. If your student is staying on campus during break, be sure they plan ahead for meal and dining options. See the Dining Services website for more information.

Dec. 5 – Last day of fall semester classes. Last day to withdraw from a class.

Dec. 8-11 – Final Exams Fall 2025 Final Exam Schedule

Dec. 12 – Residence halls close for Winter Break (Dec. 13-Jan.11). Refer to the Residence Life Move-In/Move-Out information for student checkout responsibilities. Your student can submit a Beyond Checkout Request in the Res Life Portal if they need to stay on campus after Dec. 12. Dining halls will be closed after lunch on Dec. 12.

Dec. 13-Jan. 11 – Winter Break

Bookmark this year’s Academic Calendar (PDF) for important dates and events.

Students are about to travel home for break. Your family will want to be ready for the transition into sharing space once again. How to Reconnect During Break will give you a few tips and lots of encouragement to help you do it well!

Prayer Points

Traveling plans for Thanksgiving or staying on campus
Final exams, group projects, and papers
Physical well-being, fatigue and illness, especially returning to campus after breaks
Deciding on degree majors and minors or changing degrees
Planning and registering for spring semester

I Thessalonians 5:16-18 – That in every situation they may find something to praise God for and to give Him thanks
Colossians 3:15 – That they will allow His peace to rule the path of their thoughts and feelings
James 5:1-6 – For the Lord’s wisdom in making decisions
Philippians 3:14 – For comfort and strength against homesickness and discouragement

By partnering with your student in prayer, you will give them one of the greatest supports they could hope for as they follow God’s call to be the adults that He equips them to be. Trust in the Lord to be faithful; your family willl rise to the challenges. Be encouraged! We are here to journey alongside you, to pray with you, and more valuable than that, God is with you!

November Tip of the Month:

It can be tempting to step in, and handle challenges your student faces in college, like reaching out to professors about missed assignments or project deadlines; but remember, you won’t be able to call their future employer to negotiate deadlines or attendance once they enter the workforce. Now is the perfect time to help your student develop responsibility and self-advocacy by encouraging them to communicate directly with their professors. This not only builds confidence and maturity but also prepares them for life beyond college. As Proverbs 22:6 reminds us, “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” By guiding your student to take ownership of their education, you’re laying a foundation of independence and integrity that will serve them well for years to come.

Student Support Resource | Logos Bible Software

by Dr. Connie Allison, Executive Director, Center for Academic Development

We are excited to announce that Liberty University has partnered with Logos Bible Software, reflecting our faith-first mission and dedication to human flourishing. Through this partnership, every student, faculty member, and staff member have access to a Logos subscription!

For those that might not be familiar with Logos, this platform features advanced tools and intuitive technology that make studying the Bible, conducting research, and deepening spiritual growth easier than ever. Its artificial intelligence is devoted exclusively to biblical resources, providing powerful search capabilities and reliable, theologically sound explanations. We believe Logos will be an invaluable resource for our entire campus community, supporting us all as we grow together in faith.

Please encourage your student to claim their account! They will have opportunities to use Logos in classes, campus worship services, hall meetings, and personal Bible study. If they have questions, more information can be found at www.liberty.edu/logos.

We are also pleased to extend this opportunity to the broader Liberty family. The Liberty Signature edition is available for just $49.99 per year (retail $99.99). This premium version includes an extensive library of carefully selected books that reflect Liberty’s values and mission. If you would like more information about the Liberty Signature edition, visit www.logos.com/liberty/signature.

Please join us in prayer for a school year filled with meaningful spiritual growth at Liberty.

We exist to support the mission of Liberty University Training Champions for Christ by sharing timely, relevant, and accurate information with students’ family members about the resources, programs, and activities available on campus. Our purpose is to build relationships between parents and the university, promote student success, and support parents through the transition of their students being at college – all the while praying for their highest calling in Jesus Christ.