Student Success Newsletter August 2022
Posted August 5, 2022
As a sociologist, I have a deep appreciation for the importance of rituals in structuring our social worlds, and helping us understand time, relationships, and change. August is a time of the year during which rituals have historically helped me adjust to the changes that accompany the start of a new school year. ... MORE
Posted August 5, 2022
Check-in here for important dates and upcoming events happening at the college. Links to these events and more can be found at SUNY Empire Connects.
August 5 Fall 2022 FAFSA and Financial Aid Documentation Deadline
August 9 and 10 EVENT: Career Planning: Brushing Up Your Resume
August 11 EVENT: Registration and Beyond
August 12 Faculty return from Reading Period ... MORE
Posted August 5, 2022
Greetings from your newly elected Student Government Association (SGA)! The SGA is comprised of the executive board and senators. As the SGA, we are students who represent the various programs and schools within SUNY Empire. ... MORE
Posted August 5, 2022
Dr. Roxana Toma is associate professor of social and public policy in the School for Graduate Studies at SUNY Empire State College. Toma has a B.S. in economics, a Ph.D. in public administration and takes an interdisciplinary approach to examining corruption and social capital models of attitude and value formation.
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Posted August 5, 2022
SUNY Empire will be moving to a new Learning Management System called Brightspace starting with the Fall 2022 Term for both online and virtual (e.g., virtual study groups, residencies, and independent studies) courses.
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Posted August 5, 2022
Starting August 1, 2022, the New York State Office of Child and Family Services has updated the income limits and work requirements for New York families to receive childcare assistance. These changes are part of the $2 billion state budget investment to support low-income and working families with access to childcare assistance ... MORE
Posted August 5, 2022
Are you looking to gain experience in your career path? Participating in an internship is one way to gain experience and grow your network in the field. ... MORE
Posted August 5, 2022
The Fall Student Kick-Off invites all students to come to a college location, meet fellow students and staff, create connections, and learn about the services, engagement opportunities, and resources available to you. ... MORE
Posted August 5, 2022
The Leadership Institute at SUNY Empire State College is an elite and challenging yearlong program that builds upon your existing leadership skills and propels you to the next stage of your leadership development. It is based on the Social Change Model of Leadership, which offers students the opportunity to engage in individual and group leadership while committing to a social action project. ... MORE
Posted August 5, 2022
You’ve decided to register for the upcoming term and have accessed the Registration and Course Offerings page. You have two options for searching for classes: Browse Term Guide and Browse Course Catalog. What’s the difference? Which one should you choose? If you’re unsure, the Office of the Registrar can set the record straight. ... MORE
Posted August 5, 2022
Although we are still enjoying summer, it’s not too early to start thinking about how you can plan for a successful fall term. Across the state, students can connect with online and onsite events to help them get off to a great fall 2022 term. Check out the resources below that you can take advantage of this summer. ... MORE
Posted August 5, 2022
Are you a student who has difficulty attending to your studies due to a chronic invisible condition?
You do not have to use a wheelchair, have vision or hearing loss, or have a learning disability to be eligible for accommodations ... MORE
Posted August 5, 2022
We invite SUNY Empire State College students to apply for the 2022-23 PRODiG Scholars Program. This program, created in response to the need to increase diversity among faculty throughout the SUNY System, supports students from historically underrepresented and underserved populations who are interested in pursuing a career as a teaching faculty in higher education. ... MORE
Posted August 5, 2022
Traditionally, most of the research on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has been geared towards understanding the condition in children, but the challenges for autistic people or individuals with ASD don’t end there. Due to limited resources available to help autistic adults or individuals with ASD transition into the workforce and the struggles neurodiverse individuals face in coping with a world geared towards the neurotypical, the estimated unemployment numbers for these individuals are about 85% (Autism Speaks, 2021). ... MORE
Posted July 1, 2022
The Office of Student Success and Development is here for you from the moment you register for your first class until you receive your diploma. When you get accepted, you are paired with a coordinator who can assist you with overcoming personal barriers or just to answer your questions. We often help students with navigating SUNY Empire systems and procedures, getting connected to resources, and understanding how to work best with your mentor. We even put on workshops throughout every term, and you can learn more about those at our website. We want you to feel comfortable reaching out to our office, so each month, we will introduce you to one of us. ... MORE
Posted August 5, 2022
For the month of August, you can receive 20% off back-to-school essentials at the SUNY Empire gear store. ... MORE
Posted August 5, 2022
As we enter a new fall term, we see many new students coming to our college. Think back to when you first began with SUNY Empire. What information would have been helpful for you to know? Here’s your chance to pay it forward! ... MORE
Posted August 5, 2022
Thank you to everyone who posted pictures of their pups for National Dog Month. ... MORE
