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Student Spotlight
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Spring is here!
... and so is the latest installment of
the School of Global & Professional
Programs’ newsletter.
Get up to date with what you need to
do to prepare for graduation, how to
register for Fall 2014, and get tips on
success in an online course.
The devastating collapse of the housing
market and turmoil of the banking
industry left Jacqueline Perry jobless
in 2009. In order to reestablish herself
in the job market, Jacqueline decided
to continue her education and began at
Marist in the Spring of 2012. “There were
no comparable jobs available to me…I
had to think about what I wanted for
my future.” Jacqueline contemplated the
aspects of her previous job and realized
that there was a lack of communication
between Information Technology and
the end users. “…it seemed our software
was constantly being upgraded, which
made creating a simple letter or updating
a spreadsheet more complicated than
I thought it should be.” By continuing
her education, she hoped she could
figure out a way to tie these frayed
ends of communication. Therefore, her
efforts to become a liaison between
IT and the end user essentially meant
learning to speak two different languages.
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Jacqueline Perry
I want my children to see that if you
d e vo te yo u r t i m e a n d e n e rg y, yo u ca n
be successful in achieving your goals.
children
After completing her Associate’s degree
at Dutchess Community College,
Jacqueline enrolled in Marist College on
the Information Technology – Systems
track. After one semester, she switched
to the Liberal Studies Program. The work
was challenging and the hours were long
as Jacqueline juggled being a full time
student and a mother. Yet, she found
the program to be very flexible and was
permitted to take classes online or onground. Jacqueline wanted to be home
in the evenings and even though most
nights were dedicated to her
work, her children were inspired
by their mother’s dedication.
“I want my children to see that
if you devote your time and
energy, you can be successful
in achieving your goals.”
DID YOU KNOW?
Summer Session is dually listed as Spring for students in
the 100% online Liberal Studies Major.
GL OBA L & PROFE S SIONA L PRO GR A M S
the
value
of
education.”
Upon graduation, Jacqueline was
immediately hired by IBM as their
Project Manager in the software
development department. She is able to
voice her opinions on the development
of software and watch it evolve as it
releases into the business community.
“My software development classes taught
me how to read and write java, HTML,
and JavaScript,” she said. The knowledge
Jacqueline gained while a student at
Marist now benefits her at
IBM. Her next steps are
to continue expanding
her knowledge further
and take the PMP exam,
which will certify her as
a professional project
manager. Jacqueline’s
hard
work
and
dedication continues
to pay off every day.
Jacqueline
Perry
completed her degree in
Fall of 2013 under the
academic advisement
of Sharone WellingtondeAnda and Assistant
Dean, Jeanne Eschbach.
Jacqueline was recently inducted
into the Alpha Sigma Lambda
Honor Society and felt that
the ceremony was a great way
to celebrate adult students’
achievements. She was able to
bring her children to witness
the ceremony. “I thought the
induction
ceremony
really
helped to impress upon my
For the graduation ceremony, student names are
pre-recorded by each school Dean to minimize any
mispronunciation.
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Student Spotlight
Success in an online course
Celebrating 25 Years
Graduation Information
Fall Registration Information
Ask an Advisor
ACH IEVE ACA DEMIC SU C C ESS
Tips for Success in an Online Course
Marist College is committed to offering new
and exciting opportunities for learning via
the Internet. Students, regardless of whether
they are residents of the Hudson Valley or any
nation in the world, can earn a degree online
from Marist. The Bachelor of Science and
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies is designed
specifically with adult students in mind.
The BA/BS in Liberal Studies degree can be
completed on-ground, online or in a hybrid
format. The online and hybrid formats include
online courses, providing students with the
flexibility to tailor course material to his/her
individual needs.
A pivotal factor contributing to the success
of the degree in Liberal Studies is the extent
of technical and academic support that is
available to online students.
An in-depth orientation is required of all
students prior to beginning an online course.
This orientation encompasses the ins and outs
of iLearn, an online collaborative learning
portal. The orientation of iLearn includes an
overview of its many tools and features, which
helps to ensure that students will be prepared
for an effective and successful online learning
experience.
your personal account.
Here are seven important tips to keep in
mind as you pursue a flexible and stimulating
learning experience in your online course:
1
TIME MANAGEMENT
The old
saying “out of sight, out of mind”
unfortunately does not apply here.
You may not see your professor every day,
or maybe at all, but he/she is still monitoring
your performance. Read the course syllabus
provided by your professor and review the
calendar feature on iLearn for posted due
dates. It is crucial to manage your time and be
aware of important deadlines.
2
STUDY ENVIRONMENT
While
some students may believe the best
part of an online course is the flexibility
to work in the comfort of your own home,
others may advise otherwise. Find yourself
a comfortable learning environment, with
minimal distractions or interruptions. Don’t
forget- if you are local, you are always welcome
in the James A. Cannavino Library on campus
or the computer labs at the Fishkill Executive
Center!
3
FOXMAIL Especially in online courses,
most professors will use email as the
primary method of communication.
Check your Foxmail daily. If you prefer
to use your personal email instead, contact the
Help Desk to forward your Foxmail emails to
C ommencement 2014
4
PARTICIPATION
In an online
course, participation is key in
demonstrating your understanding of
the course material. Respond to messages or
communications from your professor, and do
not be afraid to ask questions if unclear about
a concept or assignment.
5
SUPPORT NETWORK
Use the
messages, chat, and/or forum features
in iLearn to create a support network
among fellow students. Discussing and
brainstorming upcoming assignments can be
a great way to assure that you are on track.
However, don’t forget that collaboration does
not constitute cheating or plagiarism!
6
COMMUNICATION Communicate
frequently with your academic advisor.
Express your concerns in a timely,
manner allowing plenty of time to make an
effective decision with guidance from your
advisor.
7
COLLEGE RESOURCES
Even
students who never come to campus
have a variety of resources available
to them. Marist offers an abundance
of useful resources to all students, including,
but not limited to, iLearn support through
the Help Desk, proofreading support through
the Writing Center, and career or educational
support through Career Services. Many of
these services are available online as well.
Red and White Cords
The red and white cords are for the Putting
Him/Her Through (PHT) honor. It is
intended to be given to a guest selected by
each student as a recognition of the support,
patience, and encouragement provided to
the graduating student.
Personal Announcements
Graduating students have the option of ordering personalized announcements. Details can be found on the Marist College
commencement website.
L i n e Up C a r d s / C a p a n d G o w n D i s t r i b u t i o n
Distribution begins Thursday May 22 at 4:30 PM. All students must pick up their line-up cards and cap and gown in person and
show photo ID. Students can keep their cap after graduation. All gowns and other accerssories must be returned by 8:00PM
after the ceremony. There is no charge for gown rental.
P r o n u n c i at i o n o f N a m e s
All names are pre-recorded by each school’s academic dean. All students should verify the pronunciation of their name to ensure
no errors on the day of commencement. There are places in iLearn to upload a recording of your name. Students can also go to
the HelpDesk or Media Center to call in to record their name. Visit www.marist.edu/commencement for details on where and
how to submit name recordings. Last day to submit name recording is April 21.
G LOBA L & PROF ESSIONAL PRO G R A MS
FALL 2014
Need help registering for classes for
next semester? Here are some key
information and helpful tips to make
the process easier for you!
Registration Information:
• Review course offerings and meet
with your advisor beginning
March 24
• Fall registration officially begins
on April 15th and ends April 25th
• Check the registrar’s website for
registration time slots and details
at: www.marist.edu/registration
• All students can begin registering
for summer session starting April
15th at 10:30 AM regardless of
credit standing or fall registration
time slot (please note there is
a difference between summer
session and online spring 2 course
section numbers)
C ommencement 2 0 1 4
Celebrating 25 Years
Paralegal Program
During the Fall of 2013, the
Marist College Paralegal
Program hosted a site
team from the American
Bar Association, thereby
completing the seven year
re-approval process. As of
February 2014, the Marist
College Paralegal program is
proud to announce that our
program has now reached its
25th year of continued ABA
approval!
Since its inception in 1978,
the Marist College Paralegal
Certificate Program has
enjoyed strong support from
the local and tri-state legal community. The program provides students with premier
paralegal education - offering the knowledge and tools to excel in the classroom and
in the legal community. Classes are offered on the Marist main campus as well as the
Executive Center in Fishkill. The faculty consists of practicing lawyers, judges and law
office managers from the Mid-Hudson Valley area. In order to provide flexibility for
students, classes are offered either on weekends at Marist Fishkill and evenings at Marist
Poughkeepsie.
Please contact Donna Tompkins, Program Coordinator at Donna.Tompkins@Marist.edu
if you would like additional information.
Vi s it u s on l i n e f or a l l d e t a i l s
a b out g r a du at i on at :
w w w. m a r i s t . e d u / c o m m e n c e m e n t
Time Sensitive Tasks for Graduation:
• Apply for graduation
• Order Cap and Gown
• Pre-record the pronunciation of
your name by April 21st.
• Order Personal Announcements
Commencement Day
Timeline and To-Dos (Friday May 23)
• Students, faculty, & staff assemble
at 5:15 PM outside Lowell
Thomas Building on the quad
• Procession begins precisely at
5:45 PM
• Families and guests should arrive
and be seated by 5:30 PM
• Ceremony is approximately one
hour
• In case of severe weather
conditions, ceremony will be in
McCann Center
ASK A N A DVI S OR
Dear Advisor,
I am a new adult student at Marist.
Registration for the Fall semester begins
soon, and I need to talk with you about
what courses I should enroll in. There are
several advisors in the School of Global &
Professional Programs, but how do I know
who is my advisor?
From,
Student in need
Dear Student in need,
You are correct that having a strong
relationship with your advisor is very
important, and it is always a great idea to
discuss your course selection with your
advisor in advance. Your advisor will be
listed in Degree Works on the myMarist
portal. Follow the steps outlined to the
right.
I hope to hear from you soon,
Advisor
HOW TO FIND YOUR ADVISOR:
1. Go to www.my.marist.edu. Log
in with your Marist username and
password.
2. Select “Student” in the top toolbar.
3. Select “DegreeWorks” in the lefthand column.
4. Allow your worksheet to load.
You can find your advisor in the
top portion of your DegreeWorks
worksheet, above your GPA.
NOTE: Your advisor’s name is a link.
You can click on your advisor’s name
to send him/her an email.
M A R I ST C OLLE G E