September 5, 2023 | Welcome Back! |
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Welcome to or Welcome Back to MassBay! |
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We are SO excited to be welcoming students back to campus this semester! Although campus may look and feel a little differently, we are looking forward to having a bit of normalcy back. Student Engagement plans to have a mix of virtual and in-person events this semester so that both in-person and online students will have opportunities to get involved and attend events. |
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Download MassBayGo – Our New Mobile App! |
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Want to hear about transportation options available to you? Curious about what’s on the menu this week in Wellesley? Want to check out the latest chatter among MassBay students?
Search MassBay Community College wherever you get your apps, and download MassBayGo today. You’ll stay in-the-know about important information or cool events. There will be games and prizes to participate in, and always a lively Chat going on. It’s free, so become part of the MassBay digital community now!
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CLASS SCHEDULE & ADD/DROP |
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You can access your schedule using the ‘Classes and Enrollment’ tile. Here is a short video tutorial walking you through the process. If you need to reset or retrieve your username and password, please follow the instructions on the login screen or contact the College’s Help Desk by email at helpdesk@massbay.edu or by phone at 781-239-2440.
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Students enrolled in an ONLINE course will view and complete coursework assignments regularly, but on their own schedule (asynchronously). ONLINE courses will be available on BlackBoard by the first day of the course. To start the ONLINE course for which you have registered, login to BlackBoard via this link https://blackboard.massbay.edu, and click on the course name under ‘My Courses’.
- Students enrolled in a REMOTE course will take the class at scheduled days and times each week via a video conference (synchronously). Please review the course offerings listing as well as the ‘My Class Schedule’ detail in your Bay Navigator account for details on how to access your REMOTE course offerings (e.g., video conferencing link such as WebEx).
- Students enrolled in an IN-PERSON course will take class on campus. Campus and room designation can be found on the course offerings page as well as the ‘My Class Schedule’ detail on your courses in your Bay Navigator account.
You have the ability to adjust your class schedule online via Bay Navigator until the end of the Add/Drop period. The Add/Drop deadlines are as follows:
- Day and Online courses until 11:59 pm on Monday, September 11, 2023.
- Evening and Weekend courses until 11:59 pm on Monday, September 18, 2023.
Students can make changes to their class schedule online via their Bay Navigator account or in person at the Enrollment Center. All important dates and deadlines can be found on our Academic Calendars page.
If you have any questions, or need assistance, we have staff from all areas including IT, Financial Aid, Student Accounts, Admissions, and Advising ready to assist you on-campus, as well as in our Virtual Centers. Please use this link to access the Virtual Centers. https://www.massbay.edu/studentresources.
Not sure where to start? Visit the virtual Q&A Center to get answers to your questions and receive real-time virtual support on a wide range of topics. Visit www.massbay.edu/ask for hours and the link to connect. If you are on campus visit our offices in person!
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We know that starting classes can be overwhelming and many of you may never have been to campus before. Don't worry, there will be plenty of staff out and about in the hallways to help you find your way around and answer any questions you may have!
We also still have our Virtual Q&A Center if you need questions answered or help from off campus: www.massbay.edu/ask.
As classes begin, your attention is pulled in a lot of directions; most of you are working and going to school, and many of you have family responsibilities as well. Getting back into school can be a challenging transition-- whether it’s been 3 weeks, 3 months, or 3 years since your last class.
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THIS WEEK YOU SHOULD FOCUS ON |
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Your first week is all about getting comfortable here at MassBay. Make sure to check out the information tables and virtual support centers to get your questions answered. Start to settle in to a new routine and attend all of your classes this first week, look for emails from your faculty (your MassBay email of course) or messages in Blackboard for important information and/or how to log-in to all of your Remote Classes.
Finalize your schedule!
You have the first few days of class to make sure you are enrolled in the classes you want, you can add or drop courses to better fit your schedule and learning style. Make sure you talk to an advisor in the Advising Center and check your financial aid award letter before making changes to your schedule. Order any textbooks or other materials you need for classes if you haven’t already.
Get Organized!
Start keeping a schedule and planner now. Whether you use a paper calendar or prefer apps, make sure you have a system to keep track of your classes, activities, work schedule, and major due dates. Trust us—the sooner you start developing a system that works for you, the better! Get into the habit of checking your student Outlook email account every day!
Take a Deep Breath
We know it’s overwhelming, and you aren’t the only one feeling that way! Take a chance and introduce yourself to your classmates in-person, over email or on discussion boards, check out programs and activities that are available to you, and start to think about what resources you could use to be successful. Always check our Weekly Calendar to see events available that week.
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WELCOME FROM THE DEAN OF STUDENTS! |
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Welcome to MassBay for the 2023-2024 academic year!
Whether you are a new face on campus or returning to continue your educational journey, we are thrilled to have you here. The start of a new academic year is a time of excitement, possibilities, and the promise of growth. As you step onto our campus, you become an integral part of our diverse and vibrant community.
As you navigate your way through your studies, remember that you are not alone. We encourage you to step out of your comfort zone, engaging in all facets of this experience to the fullest. Our mission in Student Development is to create a campus environment that complements your classroom learning, while nurturing both your personal and intellectual evolution.
As you contemplate this semester, we want to offer some guidance to enhance your success at MassBay:
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Active Engagement: Your participation matters. Embrace lively and respectful discussions with peers and faculty. Should attendance or class responsibilities pose challenges, communicate openly with your professors.
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Utilize Resources: Explore the resources at your disposal: the Academic Achievement Center, Accessibility Resources, library, computer labs, Career Services, Academic Advising, Coaching and Transfer, Counseling Services, and Veteran’s Services, available both in-person and virtually. www.massbay.edu/studentresources
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Be Aware: Stay connected through your MassBay email and the MassBayGo App. Stay informed about crucial dates, campus events, and opportunities.
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Time Management: Plan our week wisely, allotting time for studies, family commitments, work, social interactions, extracurriculars, and self-care.
As you embark on this journey, remember that success comes in many forms. While academic achievements are important, personal growth, resilience, and gratitude are equally valuable. The path to success might not always be linear, but with determination and the support of the MassBay Community, you can overcome any obstacle.
Should you have inquiries about your MassBay journey, drop by the Student Development Office (Wellesley Hills, Suite 130). Wishing you the best for the semester ahead. We eagerly anticipate your presence on the first day of classes, Tuesday, September 5, 2023.
Warm regards,
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Liz Blumberg
Vice President for Student Development and Dean of Students
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Josh Cheney
Associate Dean of Students
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MassBay has an online event calendar that all students can access through OneLogin!
- This is the central location for students to get the calendar of events each week.
- This calendar has the most up-to-date information for MassBay student events.
- The event descriptions will have event links included in them for virtual events or location information for in-person events so that you can easily access each event online on in-person.
- There is an option to subscribe to the calendar so that you get a weekly email with all the events coming up.
- You can also add individual events to your personal calendar or sign-up for reminder emails/texts so that you don’t forget about them!
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UPCOMING EVENT HIGHLIGHTS |
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for more events and event links and information!
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NEED HELP? HAVE QUESTIONS?
VISIT Student Engagement Office 130J!
Connect virtually or in person with a member of our Support Squad.
Email our new student Engagement Coordinator by Wednesday for updates to the Newsletter.
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