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HANDBOOKFor BMCCStudents03/01/2024BMCCCONEXIONES
Table ofContentsAcademicsAcademic progress,Advisement, SAP Appeals,Utilize Office Hours01Events & WorkshopsCCT credits, Careerworkshops, Events, StrongInterest form, Career Fairs02Transfer CollegeMyth & Facts, Transfer to-dolist, how to Research and Apply03ScholarshipsAll type of scholarships andfellowships04Connect with us!Stipend, Website, Teams05
Important dates(Month of March)February 29 - March 18: No Advisement/Registration dueto DegreeWorks upgrade and the system being unavailableMarch 25: Advisement and Registration begin for Summerand Fall 2024March 29 - March 31: No classes scheduledApril 3: Last day to submit a financial aid SAP appeal forSpring 2024April 22 - April 30: Spring Recess - NO CLASSES -COLLEGE OFFICES ARE OPEN
How to Check YourAcademic Process?Check your grade for eachclass on CUNY Blackboard.CUNY Blackboard Login:http://tinyurl.com/CUNYBlackboardLogIn1.Visit academic advisement, schedule anappointment and speak to your advisor. BMCC Advisement Center:https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/academics/advisement/advisement/2.Check your Degreeworks, You need60 credits to graduate from BMCC. Degreeworks:https://bit.ly/43ld3jd4.Visit your Professors during office hours to checkon your status.BMCC Directory:https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/directory/3.How To Improve?How To Improve?Make time to study. Create study groups or study alone in the library.Refer to the Syllabus for upcoming assignments, exams, etc. Prepare well in advance!Go to tutoring! Tutoring is in-person and online. Visit the Learning Resource Center forhelp.
CREAR FUTUROSCrear Futuros pairs you with a peermentor to help you find your way incollege, and offers activities to helpyou build your personal andprofessional networks? To join,visit:https://bit.ly/Apply2CrearBMCC.OFFICE OF ACCESSIBILITY Contact the Office of Accessibility to discussaccommodations and academic adjustments.You can call them at (212) 220-8180 or emailthem at accessibility@bmcc.cuny.edu. Visit https://bit.ly/3JV2NaJ to find all theinformation.ResourcesCAMPUS CLUBS AND ACTIVITIESClubs and organizations are an essentialpart of your college experience. Makefriends, explore cultures and developyour skills. More information is availableat https://bit.ly/3XUN55a.COUNSELING CENTER Seek Support from the Counseling CenterWhen midterms become too much, reachout to our committed counselors for help.Remember, you're not in this alone whenfacing academic challenges, support isalways at hand.For further details, visithttps://bit.ly/3Tj4K5EEARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Are you a student who is also a parent?Learn more about childcare optionshere:https://bit.ly/3D8l5BxACADEMIC ADVISEMENTTRANSFER CENTER (AATC) Get assistance with course planning andtransfer to a four-year college. You must beadvised each semester and we recommendyou stay in touch with your faculty or staffadvisor during the term. For additionaldetails, please visit https://bit.ly/3NLxaBr.
TakingAdvantage of Office HoursHere is why yo u s houl d v isi t yo ur prof ess or:Introduce yourself to your professor and get toknow each other better/ create a connectionClarify any questions you have about the syllabus,upcoming assignments, and due datesDiscuss your gradesReview exams or papersRequest letter of recommendations Networking opportunitiesFuture potential job leadsGet study tips and tricks, especially for midtermsand finals!Check your syllabus for your professor's office hours.If the information is not there, email your professor tofind out when they are available. Visit the BMCCDirectory at https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/directory/ toget their email. Make an appointment if their hoursconflict with your schedule. Clear communication andproactive engagement with office hours are essentialfor a positive academic experience.Reasons to attendoffice hours:
Q U A L I F Y I N G F O R F I N A N C I A L A I D A S AF U L L - T I M E S T U D E N TG R A D U A T E I N 2 Y E A R SIf you are a full-time student and have at least 12credits each semester you may qualify for financialaid. Most students plan to graduate within 2 years,but life happens – so you have to choose the timelinethat makes sense for you. In some cases, having toomany courses can mean stress, course drops andeven failing grades. When signing up for classes,choose a schedule that makes sense to you and yourlife responsibilities. Graduating within 2 years means taking 30 creditsevery year, i.e 15 credits each semester. You can stillearn 30 credits each year by taking courses duringwinter and summer sessions.Sample Schedule:Fall semester = 12 creditsWinter semester = 3 creditsSpring semester = 12 creditsSummer semester = 3 creditsI S S U M M E R S E M E S T E R A G O O D F I T F O RM E ?During the summer, students can take up to 16 credithours by enrolling in up to 8 credit hours per session(summer 1 and summer 2). Most BMCC courses are 3or 4 credit hours each. Important deadlines: May 6 for Priority Summer 1 Application, May 29 for Session 1 registration without a late fee,June 23 for Priority Summer 2 Application, July 19 for Session 2 registration without a late fee.Tips on AcademicAdvisementAssignments and tests are given more frequently. Ask yourself, will this schedule be a good experience for you?
QuestionnairePreparing for Advisement is an opportunity to connect andget your questions answered. Bring a list of questions tomake the most of the session. Here are some examples:How many credits persemester are recommendedfor me to graduate in atimely manner?What are the Common Corecourses and how do theyapply to my degreeprogram?I am undecided about mymajor interest area, how canI plan my course selectionsto explore my opportunities?Are there any course graderequirements that I should knowabout in my degree program?Which courses must betaken in a particularsequence, and which coursescan be taken any semester?Where can I get help if Iexperience difficulty in anyof my classes?How can I best begin exploringthe internship, research, studyabroad and summer employmentopportunities related to my field?What are some bachelor’sprograms I should considerfor my major?
Did youknow?If you attend 2 or more BMCC workshops andevents, you can earn credits for Co-Curricular Transcript (CCT)Adds value to your academic transcriptKeeps an official record of activities youhave done outside of the classroomYou can add it to transfer and jobapplications to offer a fuller picture ofyour skills and interestsYou can get credit for leadership rolesand scholarships, tooWHY IS CO-CURRICULARTRANSCRIPT IMPORTANT?
MondayMarch 41:00pm-3:30pmMeet & greet | Conexiones| Crear futurosMondayMarch 112:00pm-3:30pmSpring 2024 Welcomeback FiestaTuesdayMarch 1210:00am -1:00pmCoalition Meal DeliveryFridayMarch 1512:30pm -2:30pmBarbershop TalkWednesdayMarch 202:00pm-3:30pmFinancial Literacy withState Farm TuesdayMarch 26TBAPark Clean UpWednesdayMarch 272:30pm-3:30pmFirst Gen Book DiscussionEVENTS
https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/student-affairs/career/
For further assistance, reach out to: Login to Career Express to schedule ameeting and indicate your meeting preference type (Video, Phone, In-person orEmail) when you make your appointment. Your career advisor will send you theappropriate contact information prior to your appointment.Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3wI2xrJ.CAREERWe are excited to offer you a complimentary opportunity to take the StrongInterest Inventory, a comprehensive career assessment designed to revealyour unique interests and help steer you towards a fulfilling career path.This assessment only takes 30 minutes to complete, and the insights gained fromit can be invaluable in shaping your professional journey.To complete the FREE Strong Interest Inventory, follow the instructions below:199 Chambers Street, Room S-342Live-chat with us on Facebook(212) 220-8170career@bmcc.cuny.eduVirtual Front Desk (Zoom)
GETTING READY FOR A CAREER FAIRDuring the Fair:Arrive early:Arrive early: Arrive early to stand out among recruiters who Arrive early to stand out among recruiters whohaven't interacted with many students yet.haven't interacted with many students yet.Be confident and positive: Be confident and positive: Smile, make eye contact, andSmile, make eye contact, andproject enthusiasm. Express your interest in the companyproject enthusiasm. Express your interest in the companyand the specific roles you're targeting.and the specific roles you're targeting.Engage in conversation: Engage in conversation: Highlight skills and experiencesHighlight skills and experiencesrelevant to the companies.relevant to the companies.Practice your elevator pitch:Practice your elevator pitch: Ask a friend or career Ask a friend or careercounselor to listen to your pitch and provide feedback.counselor to listen to your pitch and provide feedback.Connect on LinkedIn:Connect on LinkedIn: Connect with recruiters and company Connect with recruiters and companyrepresentatives on LinkedIn before and after the fair to stayrepresentatives on LinkedIn before and after the fair to stayin touch and build your network.in touch and build your network.After the fair, send personalized thank-you emails to theAfter the fair, send personalized thank-you emails to therecruiters you spoke with. Reiterate your interest and brieflyrecruiters you spoke with. Reiterate your interest and brieflymention something specific you discussed.mention something specific you discussed.Utilize Center for Career resources -Utilize Center for Career resources -http://bit.ly/ccdvfrontdeskhttp://bit.ly/ccdvfrontdesk Additional tips:Prepare your materials:Update your resume: Update your resume: Tailor your resume to highlight skills &Tailor your resume to highlight skills &experiences relevant to the companies you're targeting. Useexperiences relevant to the companies you're targeting. Usekeywords from their job descriptions and showcasekeywords from their job descriptions and showcaseachievements that demonstrate your value.achievements that demonstrate your value.Print resumes:Print resumes: Bring plenty of copies (around 10-15) to hand Bring plenty of copies (around 10-15) to handout to recruiters.out to recruiters.Prepare questions: Prepare questions: Have thoughtful questions ready to askHave thoughtful questions ready to askrecruiters about the company. Ask recruiters about therecruiters about the company. Ask recruiters about thecompany, it's culture.company, it's culture.Research and PrioritizeIdentify your interests:Identify your interests: Figure out what kind of companies Figure out what kind of companiesand roles align with your career goals.and roles align with your career goals.Research attending employers: Research attending employers: Check out the list ofCheck out the list ofparticipating companies and research the ones you're mostparticipating companies and research the ones you're mostinterested in. Learn about their mission, values, recentinterested in. Learn about their mission, values, recentprojects, and open positions.projects, and open positions.BMCC Job FairBMCC Job FairApril 10, 2024April 10, 2024
1. Identify Excusable CircumstancesRecognize personal illness, family emergencies, job loss, or changes in academicprogram as valid reasons for appeal.Identify how the listed circumstances led to a failure to make satisfactoryprogress.2.Overcoming ChallengesExplain the specific changes you've made to overcome challenges, emphasizingpersonal growth and adjustments.3.Compile Supporting DocumentsCollect independent third-party documentation supporting the excusablecircumstances outlined in your appeal.4.Meet an Advisor to Create an Academic PlanSee an academic advisor at the Academic Advisement and Transfer Center todevelop a clear and attainable academic plan, outlining steps and milestones forfuture progress.Clarify how the plan ensures progress.5.Access and Complete SAP Appeal on CUNY Student FormsHow to Access Student forms for SAP Appeal:https://tinyurl.com/HowtoaccessSAPappealHow to Complete your Financial Aid SAP Appeal:https://tinyurl.com/HowtoCompleteSAPappeals6.Check Appeal StatusAfter completing the SAP appeal, await the Committee's decision and expect aresponse within 2 to 6 weeks after submission.View the appeal status on the main landing page of your CUNY Student FormsAccount.This appeal is required if a student’s financial aid has been suspendedbecause they are not meeting satisfactory academic progress (SAP). Thegood news is that you can request an appeal to receive federal student aidonce again!For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3V46BfXWHAT IS THE FINANCIAL AID SAP APPEAL?STEPS TO COMPLETE:Deadlines:FAFSA for Spring 2024: 3/20/24(MUST complete FAFSA before appeal)SAP Appeal (Spring 2024): 4/3/24SAP APPEAL
PLANNING COLLEGETRANSFER? CONSIDERTHESE QUESTIONS. Where do I want to go for a 4-year college? What majors am I considering? How my current major transfers at other colleges? How does the transfer process work?A S K A C O N E X I O N E SA D V I S O RIS IT MYTH OR FACTS?I can start the transfer process as afreshman.My GPA will transfer with me.You don't need a high GPA and testscores to get scholarships.You need more than 60 credits tograduate and transfer from BMCC
MYTH FACTSVSI CAN START THE TRANSFER PROCESS AS A FRESHMANFACT. Start planning as soon as you know you want to transfer; it’s a great ideato meet with your academic advisor and plan to take courses that are likely totransfer to your future college. You also want to review the admissionsrequirements of your future college.MY GPA WILL TRANSFER WITH MEMYTH. A great GPA opens the door to more competitive programs, even if itdoesn't transfer with you. The good news is, if you are looking for an even betterGPA, you have a chance at this when you transfer to your senior college. YOU DON'T NEED A HIGH GPA & TEST SCORES TO GETSCHOLARSHIPSFACT. There are many scholarships that don’t consider GPA and test scores. From weird scholarships for left-handed folks to rewarding yourcommunity service activities, there are awards out there for just about everything—and so much more than outstanding academics. Click here for moreYOU NEED MORE THAN 60 CREDITS TO GRADUATE& TRANSFER FROM BMCCMYTH. The majority of students are very close to graduation when they reach60 credits. You can check your status on Degree Works (Advisement Audit)through CUNYFirst or check with your Academic Advisor.
RESEARCH.PREPARE. APPLY.RESEARCH YOUR PROSPECTIVE COLLEGES:Start by researching the colleges you are interested intransferring to.Look at their academic programs, campus culture, and studentlife to determine which ones are the best fit for you.GET INVOLVED IN EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:Participating in extracurricular activities can help you develop new skills,build your resume, and demonstrate your leadership potential. This canalso make you a more competitive applicant for transfer admission.REQUEST LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION:Start building relationships with professors and mentors early torequest letters of recommendation for college transfer applicationsahead of deadlines.
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What is the ArticulationAgreement?An Articulation Agreement is a written contract or a partnershipbetween BMCC and a four-year college or university thatcontains agreed upon courses or programs that will transfer overto that particular senior institution. This is an assurance that ifstudents complete courses or academic programs withsatisfactory grades (as specified by the receiving institutions)they will be admitted and those completed courses or programswill be applied towards the baccalaureate degree.Colleges Affilated with BMCC | BMCC Transfer PipelineClick here for more:https://bit.ly/TYSArticulationAgreements
Welcome to AmeriCorps! If you're into volunteering, check out our AMERICORPS StatePrograms in New York City. It's all about giving back to the community!For internships and fellowships, there are lots of opportunities for everyone, from the justicepipeline to White House internships and innovation scholarships.BMCC students, there are scholarships just for you. Take a look at what's available to helpyou on your academic journey.Always dreamt of studying abroad? Now you can, all expenses paid! Explore the options andtalk to our Conexiones advisors to make your semester abroad a reality.Calling all writers! Get in on essay writing contests for scholarship opportunities. Interestingtopics and agendas await – let your words open doors to new possibilities.Join the Transfer Scholars Network and receive dedicated support and guidancethroughout your transfer journey.Looking ahead, there are upcoming scholarships to consider for some free money. Keep aneye out for these opportunities.Others: Apply for the Puerto Rican Day Parade Scholarship.NATDDP scholarshipSCHOLARSHIPSWhat scholarships are available? Having scholarship information athand is helpful to assist you in the transition to a senior college
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