January 2017
Our mission is to provide quality driven adult education, built on a strong liberal arts foundation that will embolden and enhance the ability of professionals to succeed in a global economy.
Daniel A. Szpiro, PhD
Dean, School of Professional Programs
From Danny's Desk:
Dean, School of Professional Programs

Happy new year!

I hope that 2017 and the Spring I semester are both off to a great start for you!

It certainly looks like the School of Professional Programs at Marist College is off to a great start this year. Our online adult undergraduate degree completion program rose 20 spots from last year to place 28th nationally in the 2017 rankings by US News & World Report .  We are committed to continuously improving our programs and it is wonderful to see the results of that work reflected in this recognition.

To learn more about our adult students’ interest in international study trips, this month’s survey, now called the "60-Second Survey",  is focused on that very topic. Please do take time to answer the questions you’ll find by following the link in this newsletter.

New this semester are the additional appointment options at the Writing Center to reach our adult and online population.  Students studying at a distance can now make virtual appointments to meet with a Writing Center professional. I encourage all to take advantage of this academic service.

While the Spring I semester has just gotten underway, it’s not too early to register for courses in the Spring II semester. I encourage everyone to work closely with their Advisors to review the courses available in Spring II and keep your momentum towards completing your studies going strong.

As I wrote last month, I look forward to both staying in touch with you and to hearing from you. Please feel free to write or call me whenever you have something on your mind that you would like to share or discuss. Please accept my very best wishes for you and your families for a happy, healthy, and prosperous new year! And, of course, best wishes for your continued academic success with your studies at Marist College.

 

All the best for 2017,
Danny Szpiro
Dean, School of Professional Programs
We Asked, You Answered ...

Results of December's Survey:

What time of day is best for a WebEx meeting?

  • 91% prefer a 5:00 - 7:00 pm timeframe

What length of time is best for a WebEx meeting?

  • 71% indicate 30 minutes as optimal meeting length

What topics are of interest for a WebEx meeting?

  • 85% are interested in Program / Curriculum topics

60-Second Survey
Help us serve you!  

Take this month's survey about 10-day abroad trips for adult students. 
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Spring II Registration
Did you know our online Spring semester has two sessions?

The second half of Spring online begins March 20, 2017.

Contact your academic advisor to register.
 
Spring II begins on March 20th
There is still time to register for this
8-week online session.
Hours of operation for walk-ins and campus appointments:
  • Mon - Thurs:  10:00 am - 9:30 pm
  • Friday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Saturday: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Sunday: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Hours of operation for online appointments (reserved for Distance Education students only):
  • Monday: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Wednesday: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Saturday: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Writing Center  
Now Offering Online appointments for Distance Education Students
Located on campus in the James A. Cannavino Library, the Marist Writing Center  opens for the Spring 2017 semester on Monday, January 23rd.


New this semester is the offering of online tutorials for distance education students.

Now students in the School of Professional Programs, graduate students, and abroad students can access the resources of the Writing Center from a distance.  
The Writing Center
Library 334
845-575-3000 x 2735

Writing Center vs Academic Learning Center
  Need help with your paper?  Not sure which service you need? 
The Writing Center can help with organization, content, research strategies, and citations.


Library 334
845-575-3000 x 2735
Visit web for full schedule of hours.
The Academic Learning Center can help with proofreading a final paper.  

Appointments available in-person and online. 

Library 331
845-575-3300
Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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