October 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
(AKA Commander William T. Riker)
From Danny's Desk:
Dean, School of Professional Programs

Hi everyone!

As we approach the mid-point of the Fall semester, I hope that everything is going well for you. Of course, there's lots going on this time of year in addition to keeping on top of your studies, including Halloween at the end of the month. As you can see from the photo (circa 1994) accompanying my note this month, I've been known to enjoy a costume party. So, to any of you who may be planning a Halloween party: have fun and be safe!

President David Yellen: Non-Traditional & Graduate Student WebEx on October 17
 
I am excited to share with you again that President David Yellen has asked the SPP to assist in organizing a WebEx session to serve as a virtual “town hall” meeting with both our non-traditional undergraduate students and our graduate students. This session is scheduled for the evening of October 17. Please mark this in your calendars as I know President Yellen is keen to connect with and learn from our adult and graduate students. Please see below for the details.

Marist Events Calendar

Some of you receiving this newsletter are full-time students who spend a great deal of time on the beautiful Marist College campus. Most of you, however, are working full-time jobs and accessing courses through evening or online classes. For those of you who are not on-campus frequently, a great way to stay on top of events at Marist College is to visit the Events web page at: www.marist.edu/events. I encourage everyone to visit this page often to see what guest speakers, concerts, plays, and other events are taking place. 
 
Best wishes for a fun and productive October!
Danny Szpiro
Dean, School of Professional Programs
Virtual Town Hall with President Yellen

Engage with President Yellen of Marist College, and join us for a virtual town-hall session on October 17 at 7:00 pm (EST).

Registration is required. The session is online and the President will be on camera to answer your questions in real-time. Don't miss this opportunity.
DON'T FORGET

Mid-semester break is October 20 - 22.
Campus is closed on
Friday, October 20, 2017

For special programs, cohorts, or online please check with your advisor for any special closings and breaks.


You don't want to miss this opportunity!
Save the dates:
  • December 16, 2017: On-campus meeting
  • January 2 - January 11, 2018 - Travel
Save your surplus:
  • Excess Fall Financial Aid can be applied to the abroad program fee. 
Winter is Coming!

4-week online courses

December 16, 2017 - January 12, 2018

Registration opens in November.
Starting this Fall - Adult Student Web Portal

Did you know? The myMarist web portal now has a dedicated section just for adult students.To access the page: 

  • log in to your my.Marist.edu portal
  • hover over the student tab to see a drop-down menu
  • click on School of Prof. Programs

Below is the visual for the drop-down menu where you access the page.
Announcement: Name Change for Major

Beginning with the Fall 2017 semester , the name of the major designed for adult undergraduate degree completion at Marist College has been changed from “Liberal Studies” to “Professional Studies”.

This marks the formal introduction of a process that began a year earlier with the submission of the request for approval of this change with the New York State Education Department. In March 2017, the School of Professional Programs (SPP) announced that the New York State Education Department had approved our application to change the name of the adult undergraduate degree completion major from Liberal Studies to Professional Studies. The plans by the SPP to apply for this change in name had been shared with our students and stakeholders many months earlier.

Students accepted into the major before the Fall 2017 semester may choose to retain the original name of the major for their academic enrollment and eventual graduation.  Learn more about your next steps.
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Featuring:

  • Open Houses
  • Walk-in Advising
  • Workshops and Presentations

Visit the Office of Career Services and to get the support you need. Help with resume writing for career advancement, finding employment, internships, connecting with alum, and more.

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 visit the Marist Writing Center.


The writing center offers 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
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