Student Welcome Message
Dear students,
Happy new year and happy new semester! As always, there is a lot happening on campus and we want you to have the latest information to help you get ready for a great semester. Look at what you can expect:
Payment Plans 
We have added a new payment plan option this year. The UTPB3 allows students to enroll and start attending classes with just a $35 non-refundable enrollment fee. After the enrollment fee of $35, a first payment of 33% is due on the 15th of the next month. Two additional payments of 33% are due on the 15th of the next two months.
UTPB 3 was created with students in mind. This new plan allows students to spread out their payments and secure their courses. We get it, college is expensive, but we are here to help. Learn more about other payment plans, financial aid and scholarships by visiting our website: utpb.edu.
Extended Hours for Offices 
- Admissions, Financial Aid, Registrar, and Student Accounts will be open until 4 pm this Friday, to help you with any last-minute enrollment needs. Please note: Student Accounts will be unable to take in person payments after 11:30 this Friday but will be available to answer questions.
- The Advising Office will be open for extended hours on business days from January 16-18 from 8am to 7pm, and on Friday January 19th we will be open until 4pm.
- The Graduate Studies Office will have extended office hours on January 12th and 19th until 3 p.m.
Campus Construction Update 
There are four construction projects in different stages at UTPB. Here is a quick look at where we are with each of them:
- Mesa Building - Design work for Mesa Building Renovation is underway and construction activities should begin at the end of Spring. Also, the larger elevator is still being modified, and should be complete mid-Spring. The smaller elevator is working, please continue to give yourself extra time if you plan to use the elevator.
- Bright Star Memorial - This project is on the backside of the UTPB Park and is underway. Expected completion end of summer. The Memorial art piece that will be installed at the project site is currently on display at the Dunagan Library.
- Campus Signage - This project is still in design. Once that process is complete, the work should begin quickly, likely mid-to-late-Summer.
- Quad and Maple Street Entrance - Design work continues. Construction could begin as early as early Fall this year.
- Library and CEED Renovations - With very few exceptions, these building renovations are complete. We do hope that you enjoy and take advantage of the renovated spaces.
A new outdoor fitness court will be added to campus this Spring. You may notice the new concrete pad near the tennis courts. Soon, a new outdoor fitness court will be placed and will be available to campus and the community. We’ll share pictures and send updates as the project progresses.
New Technology Support 
The last touches of construction and technology have been completed in the library, including all new computer stations for students. In addition, the Gaming Center is now open. Interested in esports or gaming competitively? Email Alex Wilson at wilson_a@utpb.edu.
As a reminder, the Help Desk is available 24/7 every day of the year. You can submit a help ticket via phone, email, chat, or a form.
On campus call HELP (4357)
Off-campus call 432-552-4357
Email: help@utpb.edu
Chat support now available on the https://help.utpb.edu page
Complete the form https://help.utpb.edu
Not all issues can be resolved outside of typical office hours. Some issues will be escalated to the next business day. Following ticket closure, the requestor will receive a satisfaction survey link to let us know how we did.
Campus Food Update 
There are lots of updates and changes to food offerings on campus this year. Please download the Boost Mobile Ordering App to place your order ahead at any of these locations. https://boostapp.io/
SAC: Hours are 8:00-3:00 M-T; 8:00 – 1:00 Friday / Many of the items are available for meal exchange.
Dunagan Coffee Shop: 7:00 – 4:00 M-T; 7:00 – 1:00 Friday
Mesa Market and Coffee Shop: 7:00am -6:30pm M-T; 7:00 am -12:00 pm Friday
RDH: RDH Dining hall opens on Friday, January 12, 2024. We are ready to welcome you to the Dining Hall. Please come and check out some of the station changes we made! If you have purchased a campus meal plan you may begin using it this Friday. If you do not have a meal plan you can purchase one in the Housing office in RDH or email housing@utpb.edu. M-F 7am – 8pm (Closing from 10:30-11:00 and 4:30-5:00 for reset). Saturday and Sunday open at 11am for Brunch and close at 7pm.
TimelyCare 
With TimelyCare, you will have free, 24/7 access to providers from anywhere in the United States, regardless of your insurance status. So, you’ll never have to spend time or money looking for care, whether you’re on or off campus. TimelyCare provides:
- TalkNow: 24/7, on-demand emotional support available via phone, video,
or chat, to talk about about anything, including anxiety, relationships, depression, and school-related stressors. - Scheduled Counseling: Choose the day, time, and mental health provider that works best for you. (9 visits per year)
- Health Coaching: Develop healthy lifestyle behaviors for nutrition, sleep habits, time management, and mindfulness.
- Psychiatry: Appointments are available through referrals.
- Self-Care Content: Visit the Explore page within TimelyCare for guided self-care content.
- Basic Needs Support: Access to free or reduced-cost community resources, including food and housing assistance, transit support, childcare, and finances.
Access TimelyCare: https://timelycare.com/utpb/
Emergency Support 
We’re here to help! Through individualized consultation, the Office of the Dean of Students provides assistance, intervention, and referrals to support students navigating challenging or unexpected issues that impact their well-being and academic success. Emergency situations include but are not limited to: Missing Student, Family Emergency, Fire or Natural Disaster, Medical or Mental Health Concern, Academic difficulties due to crisis or emergency situations, Interpersonal Violence (stalking, harassment, physical and/or sexual assault). E-mail care@utpb.edu.
Student Housing Move-In 
Students moving on campus for the first time this spring can move in starting on January 11. You should have received an email from Student Housing about your space with instructions on where to pick up your key. If you have recently applied to the University and are waiting for admission before you can apply, reach out to housing@utpb.edu and they can assist you in getting a space reserved. If you have questions about move-in or your housing assignment, you can email housing@utpb.edu.
Midland Campus Shuttle 
Students can get a ride to the Midland Campus on the Falcon Shuttle. The shuttle departs from Student Housing and the Visual Arts Building. View the spring 2024 Falcon Shuttle schedule. Please note: the schedule is subject to change after a two-week trial period.