February 13, 2023 | Your Success |
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THIS WEEK YOU SHOULD FOCUS ON YOUR SUCCESS! |
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What Does Success Mean to You?
This week we are focused on helping you achieve your goals both here at MassBay and into the future. Being a “successful” student means you are staying on top of your readings and assignments, actively participating in class, studying for exams, and learning as much as you can while in school. However, it also means you are asking questions, admitting when you do not know the answer, taking chances, utilizing campus resources and planning for the future.
As your workload increases, remember all of academic resources available to you - and reach out now to get the support you need.
Challenge Yourself in Classes
- Answer a question even when you are not confident in your answer.
- Ask questions in class.
Reach out to your professor if you are struggling in a class
- Email them to set-up a meeting, ask questions, or join them in their virtual office hours
Utilize MassBay's Academic Support Services (See below):
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MassBay Academic Support Services Are Here for You! |
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The Academic Achievement Center is open and ready to support students! We are located on the second floor, Wellesley campus, and the Math Homework Center is located in room 153, Wellesley campus. In Framingham, we are located on the third floor within the library. Our services include, Reading & Writing Center, Math Homework Center, Science Homework Center, Peer Tutoring Program, Embedded Tutoring Program, SmartThinking, and Testing Services. The Academic Achievement Center’s website offers updated information on how to connect with our staff, about each of our centers, general information and links to make appointments. Students, faculty, and staff can visit our centers, call or email for more information.
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The Academic Achievement Center services include:
Reading-Writing Center
Reading and Writing Learning Specialists provide free, on-campus or live video conferencing support. Support is available for all aspects of the writing process. The Center offers small group and individual sessions, as well as support for English Language Learners.
Math Homework Center
Math Learning Specialists provide free, on-campus support for all levels of math in the Math Homework Center. The MHC is geared for students to work on homework, connect with peers and build math skills. Subjects range from Arithmetic to Calculus, as well as Biology, Chemistry, and Anatomy & Physiology. Individual and small-group sessions are available by appointment.
Science Homework Center
Science Learning Specialists provide free, on-campus support for several science courses, including Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, Chemistry and Environmental Science. Students can drop-in to center (no appointment necessary!), to work on homework, connect with peers and build their science knowledge.
Peer Tutoring
Peer Tutors are students who excel in their areas of study and help fellow students achieve academic success. Tutors are available throughout the week for many subjects, including Math, English, Programming, A & P and many more! Appointments and drop-in sessions are available.
Testing Center
The Testing Center offers on-campus and remote testing by appointment. Testing is available for the Accuplacer Placement Exam, as well as the Critical Thinking and Computer & Technology Challenge exams.
Please contact the Testing Center at aac@massbay.edu to schedule an appointment.
SmartThinking Online Tutoring
How to access: Students can access SmartThinking through their courses in Blackboard. This service provides free, online tutoring to all students for many subjects and is available 24/7. Students are provided up to 10 hours of individualized support per semester.
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Accessibility Resources Center
he Accessibility Resources Center works closely with the administration, faculty, and students to remove barriers that might prevent the full participation of students with disabilities in all college programs and activities. MassBay provides equal access for each student who self-discloses a disability and requests accommodations through the office for learning, testing, and other areas of need. Accessibility Specialists are available by appointment in person or remotely.
Wellesley campus | Rm216 | 781-239-2234
Framingham campus | Rm306 | 508-270-4267
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Library
Library services are available in-person and remotely.
Call us: 781-239-2610
Text-A-Librarian: Send a Text to 781-253-7377
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THIS WEEK:
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COMING UP:
February 20
Presidents’ Day (College Closed)
March 6
Summer 2023 Course Registration Begins
March 6-12
Mid-Semester Exams
March 13-19
Spring Recess (No Classes)
March 24
Deadline for Faculty to Submit Mid-Semester Grades
For more information and dates from the MassBay Academic Calendars, please visit:
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JINDO: IT’S BINGO WITH A BEAT!
Jindo is the music bingo party game of skill and luck that’s FUN for everyone! Join the CCSLA and your fellow Massachusetts Community Colleges for a game that mixes name-that-tune with bingo.
Tuesday, February 14
@ 12:30pm
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VIRTUAL YOGA CLASSES
The MassBay Department of Athletics is once again excited to partner with certified E-RYT200 yoga instructor Peter Kelly to provide two virtual yoga classes each week during the 2023 Spring semester.
Tuesday evenings at 6pm
Friday afternoons at 2pm
These FREE sessions are open to all MassBay students, faculty, and staff.
To receive the Zoom link for the class, or if you have any questions, please email: athletics@massbay.edu
Class description:
All Levels Yoga
This class is designed for a slow-paced Vinyasa Flow, combining breath, movement, and alignment in a setting for all levels.
The goal will be to achieve greater core strength, balance, and flexibility in one’s everyday life. Each class will end with a relaxing period of meditation.
If available, please bring a yoga mat, 2 blocks, and a strap to class (not required however).
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Library Happenings
February 2023
Check out
at the Library
this month!
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for more events and event information (including links)!
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NEED HELP?
HAVE QUESTIONS?
VISIT THE VIRTUAL Q & A CENTER!
Connect virtually with a member of our Support Squad through WebEx.
The MassBay Support Squad is available to answer a wide range of questions!
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