connect @ SUNY ORANGE A WEEK OF EVENTS TO HELP YOU EXPLORE SUNY ORANGE AND MAKE A CONNECTION! September 12-17, 2011 I-CONNECT SCHEDULE FALL 2011 MIDDLETOWN CAMPUS MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 FACULTY OFFICE HOURS All faculty have office hours. They should be posted on their office door or listed on your syllabus. Office hours are a great opportunity to speak with your instructors one-on-one about class, future academic plans, or any questions you might have. During I-Connect Week, take time to stop in and see at least one of your instructors during their office hours. 11am Get To Know Your 21st Century Library Library (Middletown Campus) The 21st century Library is not just books anymore, it's technology, electronics, computer labs and more. One of the best ways for you to be a successful student is to take advantage of the services and resources offered by your College Library. Come to one of our scheduled sessions to learn more. 11am-1pm Student Services Day Shepard Student Center Cafeteria (Middletown Campus) Meet representatives from the many different offices that make up Student Services at SUNY Orange. Find out more about the many resources that are available to help you succeed! Free ice cream will be provided by Blueberry Mountain! 3pm Get To Know Your 21st Century Library Library (Middletown Campus) The 21st century Library is not just books anymore, it's technology, electronics, computer labs and more. One of the best ways for you to be a successful student is to take advantage of the services and resources offered by your College Library. Come to one of our scheduled sessions to learn more. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 CAMPUS SAFETY Everyone plays a role in keeping our campus safe. Learn more about campus safety issues and resources in the Student Handbook or stop by our special Campus Safety Information Displays during I-Connect Week. They are located at the Shepard Student Center Information Desk on the Middletown Campus and at Student Services Central in Kaplan Hall on the Newburgh Campus. 10am-2pm The Clothesline Project South Street Sidewalk (Middletown Campus) The Clothesline is a powerful, visual display of individually designed t-shirts. These shirts bear witness to violence against women. Each shirt is decorated to represent a particular woman's experience, by the survivor herself or by someone who cares about her. 10am-3pm More Than Books Weighing You Down? Bio Tech Building Lobby (Middletown Campus) A wise man once said, “The greatest wealth is health.” Stop by to meet the Health Services staff and learn about all the programs we offer to keep you healthy. Try out ULifeline, an ANONYMOUS online resource where you can learn more about emotional health and ways to help yourself (or a friend) if you are struggling with your thoughts or feelings. Complete a selfassessment to learn telling insights about your current state of mind. Get the facts on mental health issues sometimes faced by college students: stress, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, and suicide prevention. Learn about communitybased agencies providing services to our students and find links to other online resources on issues related to mental health. 11am Get To Know Your 21st Century Library Library (Middletown Campus) The 21st century Library is not just books anymore, it's technology, electronics, computer labs and more. One of the best ways for you to be a successful student is to take advantage of the services and resources offered by your College Library. Come to one of our scheduled sessions to learn more. 11am-2pm Tutorial Center Open House Library, 2nd Floor (Middletown Campus) Visit the Tutorial Center on the second floor of the Library. You will have the opportunity to: -Take a learning style survey and discover how you learn best. -Find out about academic labs and other learning resources on campus. -Meet some tutors and hear from students who have had scheduled tutoring sessions. 11am Preparing For Transfer Shepard Student Center, Student Success Center (Middletown Campus) Preparing for Transfer will help demystify the transfer process by clarifying how the process works and what majors and classes are most appropriate based on students' goals. The workshop will also explain the SUNY Transfer Guarantee, articulation agreements that SUNY Orange has with various 4-year institutions, and important factors students should consider when choosing a transfer institution. 3pm Get To Know Your 21st Century Library Library (Middletown Campus) The 21st century Library is not just books anymore, it's technology, electronics, computer labs and more. One of the best ways for you to be a successful student is to take advantage of the services and resources offered by your College Library. Come to one of our scheduled sessions to learn more. 5pm Survival Skills for the Evening Student Bio Tech Building, Room 301 (Middletown Campus) This special workshop is designed to help meet the needs of SUNY Orange's part-time and fulltime evening students. Evening commuter students are a unique group and the Advising and Counseling Center is committed to serving you better. Learn how to make the best of your academic and social experience at SUNY Orange and about available campus resources. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 10am-7pm Student Senate Elections Shepard Student Center, Information Desk (Middletown Campus) Vote for the students that will represent you and your concerns to the College administration. 11am-3pm Student Life Day Alumni Green (Middletown Campus) Rain Location: Phys Ed Building Free food, games and attractions! Meet members of our SUNY Orange clubs and find out how to get involved on campus! 11am-1pm Lunch With Faculty Alumni Green (Middletown Campus) A number of faculty members will be joining us for lunch. Take some time to introduce yourself and get to know them outside of the classroom. Watch for signs indicating areas for the different academic divisions. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 10am-7pm Student Senate Elections Shepard Student Center, Information Desk (Middletown Campus) Vote for the students that will represent you and your concerns to the College administration. 10am-3pm "Not One More" DUI Demonstration (A collaborative effort between Student Services and Orange County Stop DWI) Shepard Student Center, Fireplace Lounge (Middletown Campus) Drinking and texting while driving are both dangerous and illegal. Come hear how peoples' lives were changed and also talk to a state trooper to see what they look for. Think you can drive impaired or distracted? Come play our Super Mario Go Kart on Wii while wearing simulation goggles. Together let's stop drinking and texting while driving. 10am-2pm On a Career Quest? Bio Tech Building Lobby (Middletown Campus) Are you looking for work or undecided about your major, then stop by our booth and register on our online job bank or take the online career assessment. Learn about our many programs, events and services. Pick up your entry to the Career Quest, a treasure hunt with valuable prizes ( movie tickets, gas card, I-Tunes, Subway gift card). We look forward to meeting you. 11am-1:30pm Green Commuter Choices Bio Tech Building Lobby (Middletown Campus) Find out how you can help the environment, save money, and lower the College's overall carbon footprint. Did you know that 65% of SUNY Orange's carbon emissions are attributed to all of us commuting? Did you also know that SUNY Orange has a Ride Share program ready to help you find carpools in your area? Stop by the Ride Share table, chat with a Ride Share representative, and you'll be on your way to a greener commute. 11am Go Green at SUNY Orange Bio Tech Building, Room 201 (Middletown Campus) Find out how you can help support SUNY Orange's sustainability efforts and how each of us can make a difference in our daily lives to make our campus and our world greener. This 45-minute presentation will focus on the numerous sustainability initiatives on campus and we invite you to share your ideas and enthusiasm. In addition, you will be able to sign up for "green" volunteer opportunities which will be taking place throughout the year. Light refreshments will be served. 11am iLearn Panel Harriman Hall, Room 111 (Middletown Campus) Faculty members will provide an overview of academic expectations, standards and student responsibilities and respond to student questions and concerns. 11am Navigating The Admissions Process For SUNY Orange Health Professions Programs Shepard Student Center, Room 352 (Middletown Campus) Learn the admissions requirements for entry into one of our College's health professions programs from the Admissions staff and pick-up the appropriate forms necessary for consideration. Please be aware that this is a general information session, not a pre-admission orientation. 3pm Information Session For Students With Student Visas Shepard Student Center, Room 352 (Middletown Campus) International Student visa holders (F-1) will learn important and mandatory information on SEVIS responsibilities, maintaining status, travel, employment and transfer. This will also be an opportunity to meet fellow F-1 students. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 10am-2pm Student Senate Elections Shepard Student Center Information Desk (Middletown Campus) Vote for the students that will represent you and your concerns to the College administration. 11:00 – 1:00 From Boots to Books Shepard Student Center, Fireplace Lounge (Middletown Campus) Student veterans will have a chance to meet other veterans as well as staff from the College. Veterans will share their experiences on transitioning from the military to campus life. Advising and Counseling staff will provide tips to help students make a positive transition from military to civilian/college life. The campus VA Certifying Official will be available with information on educational benefits. Student veterans will also have a chance to be connected with a student veteran mentor. A pizza lunch will also be provided! 11am-3pm Tech Services Live Facebook Event Do you have questions about the College's computer resources, email, or any other campus tech issue? Sign in to this live event through SUNY Orange's Facebook page (www.facebook.com/sunyorange) and have your questions answered by a member of the Tech Services staff. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 8pm The Great College Drive-In Movie Alumni Green (Middletown Campus) Rain Location: Phys Ed Building Bring your friends and family and join us under the stars on the Alumni Green for a screening of one of the year's top movies! Concession stands will be available. FREE for all students, family and friends! I-CONNECT SCHEDULE FALL 2011 NEWBURGH CAMPUS MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 FACULTY OFFICE HOURS All faculty have office hours. They should be posted on their office door or listed on your syllabus. Office hours are a great opportunity to speak with your instructors one-on-one about class, future academic plans, or any questions you might have. During I-Connect Week, take time to stop in and see at least one of your instructors during their office hours. 10am-3pm Tutoring Center Open House Kaplan Hall, Learning Center, Room 220 (Newburgh Campus) 11am Get To Know Your 21st Century Library Kaplan Hall, Library (Newburgh Campus) The 21st century Library is not just books anymore, it's technology, electronics, computer labs and more. One of the best ways for you to be a successful student is to take advantage of the services and resources offered by your College Library. Come to one of our scheduled sessions to learn more. 3pm Get To Know Your 21st Century Library Kaplan Hall, Library (Newburgh Campus) The 21st century Library is not just books anymore, it's technology, electronics, computer labs and more. One of the best ways for you to be a successful student is to take advantage of the services and resources offered by your College Library. Come to one of our scheduled sessions to learn more. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 CAMPUS SAFETY Everyone plays a role in keeping our campus safe. Learn more about campus safety issues and resources in the Student Handbook or stop by our special Campus Safety Information Displays during I-Connect Week. They are located at the Shepard Student Center Information Desk on the Middletown Campus and at Student Services Central in Kaplan Hall on the Newburgh Campus. 11am-1pm Student Services Day Kaplan Hall, Grand Street Lobby (Newburgh Campus.) Meet representatives from the many different offices that make up Student Services at SUNY Orange. Find out more about the many resources that are available to help you succeed! Free ice cream will be provided by Blueberry Mountain! 11am-1:30pm Green Commuter Choices Kaplan Hall, Hudson View Cafe' (Newburgh Campus) Find out how you can help the environment, save money, and lower the College's overall carbon footprint. Did you know that 65% of SUNY Orange's carbon emissions are attributed to all of us commuting? Did you also know that SUNY Orange has a Ride Share program ready to help you find carpools in your area? Stop by the Ride Share table, chat with a Ride Share representative, and you'll be on your way to a greener commute. 11am Go Green at SUNY Orange Kaplan Hall, Room 206 (Newburgh Campus) Find out how you can help support SUNY Orange's sustainability efforts and how each of us can make a difference in our daily lives to make our campus and our world greener. This 45-minute presentation will focus on the numerous sustainability initiatives on campus and we invite you to share your ideas and enthusiasm. In addition, you will be able to sign up for "green" volunteer opportunities which will be taking place throughout the year. Light refreshments will be served. 11am Get To Know Your 21st Century Library Kaplan Hall, Library (Newburgh Campus) The 21st century Library is not just books anymore, it's technology, electronics, computer labs and more. One of the best ways for you to be a successful student is to take advantage of the services and resources offered by your College Library. Come to one of our scheduled sessions to learn more. 1pm Preparing For Transfer Kaplan Hall, Room 111 (Newburgh Campus) Preparing for Transfer will help demystify the transfer process by clarifying how the process works and what majors and classes are most appropriate based on students' goals. The workshop will also explain the SUNY Transfer Guarantee, articulation agreements that SUNY Orange has with various 4-year institutions, and important factors students should consider when choosing a transfer institution. 1pm From Boots to Books Kaplan Hall, Great Room (Newburgh Campus) Student veterans will have a chance to meet other veterans as well as staff from the College. Veterans will share their experiences on transitioning from the military to campus life. Advising and Counseling staff will provide tips to help students make a positive transition from military to civilian/college life. The campus VA Certifying Official will be available with information on educational benefits. Student veterans will also have a chance to be connected with a student veteran mentor. A pizza lunch will also be provided! 2pm iLearn Panel Kaplan Hall, Room 111 (Newburgh Campus) Faculty members will provide an overview of academic expectations, standards and student responsibilities and respond to student questions and concerns. 3pm Get To Know Your 21st Century Library Kaplan Hall, Library (Newburgh Campus) The 21st century Library is not just books anymore, it's technology, electronics, computer labs and more. One of the best ways for you to be a successful student is to take advantage of the services and resources offered by your College Library. Come to one of our scheduled sessions to learn more. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 10am-7pm Student Senate Elections Student Services Central, Kaplan Hall, Room 110 (Newburgh Campus) Vote for the students that will represent you and your concerns to the College administration. 10am-3pm More Than Books Weighing You Down? Kaplan Hall, First Street Lobby (Newburgh Campus) A wise man once said, “The greatest wealth is health.” Stop by to meet the Health Services staff and learn about all the programs we offer to keep you healthy. Try out ULifeline, an ANONYMOUS online resource where you can learn more about emotional health and ways to help yourself (or a friend) if you are struggling with your thoughts or feelings. Complete a selfassessment to learn telling insights about your current state of mind. Get the facts on mental health issues sometimes faced by college students: stress, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, and suicide prevention. Learn about communitybased agencies providing services to our students and find links to other online resources on issues related to mental health. 10am-3pm "Not One More" DUI Demonstration (A collaborative effort between Student Services and Orange County Stop DWI) Kaplan Hall, First Street Lobby (Newburgh Campus) Drinking and texting while driving are both dangerous and illegal. Come hear how peoples' lives were changed and also talk to a state trooper to see what they look for. Think you can drive impaired or distracted? Come play our Super Mario Go Kart on Wii while wearing simulation goggles. Together let's stop drinking and texting while driving. 11am-3pm Student Life Day Alumni Green (Middletown Campus) Rain Location: Phys Ed Building Free food, games and attractions! Meet members of our SUNY Orange clubs and find out how to get involved on campus! There is a special Shuttle Bus Service for this event: Newburgh to Middletown: departs at 10am and 12pm from First Street Lobby Middletown to Newburgh: departs at 11am and 3pm from student parking lot on South Street THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 10am-7pm Student Senate Elections Kaplan Hall, Student Services Central, Room 110 (Newburgh Campus) Vote for the students that will represent you and your concerns to the College administration. 10am-2pm The Clothesline Project Kaplan Hall Central Stairs (Newburgh Campus) The Clothesline is a powerful, visual display of individually designed t-shirts. These shirts bear witness to violence against women. Each shirt is decorated to represent a particular woman's experience, by the survivor herself or by someone who cares about her. 11am-1pm Newburgh Campus Involvement Fair Kaplan Hall Oval (Newburgh Campus) Rain Location: Great Room Free food, attractions and giveaways sponsored by the Newburgh Board of Activities. Meet members of the Newburgh Campus clubs, find out how to start a club or get involved with founding the Newburgh Campus Student Government! 11am-1pm Lunch With Faculty Kaplan Hall, Hudson View Cafe' (Newburgh Campus) A number of faculty members will be joining us for lunch. Take some time to introduce yourself and get to know them outside of the classroom. Watch for signs indicating areas for the different academic divisions. 3pm Navigating The Admissions Process For SUNY Orange Health Professions Programs Kaplan Hall, Room 111 (Newburgh Campus) Learn the admissions requirements for entry into one of our College's health professions programs from the Admissions staff and pick-up the appropriate forms necessary for consideration. Please be aware that this is a general information session, not a pre-admission orientation. 5pm Survival Skills for the Evening Student Kaplan Hall, Room 111 (Newburgh Campus) This special workshop is designed to help meet the needs of SUNY Orange's part-time and fulltime evening students. Evening commuter students are a unique group and the Advising and Counseling Center is committed to serving you better. Learn how to make the best of your academic and social experience at SUNY Orange and about available campus resources. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 10am-2pm Student Senate Elections Kaplan Hall, Student Services Central, Room 110 (Newburgh Campus) Vote for the students that will represent you and your concerns to the College administration. 10am-2pm On a Career Quest? Kaplan Hall, Grand Street Lobby (Newburgh Campus) Are you looking for work or undecided about your major, then stop by our booth and register on our online job bank or take the online career assessment. Learn about our many programs, events and services. Pick up your entry to the Career Quest, a treasure hunt with valuable prizes ( movie tickets, gas card, I-Tunes, Subway gift card). We look forward to meeting you. 11am-3pm Tech Services Live Facebook Event Do you have questions about the College's computer resources, email, or any other campus tech issue? Sign in to this live event through SUNY Orange's Facebook page (www.facebook.com/sunyorange) and have your questions answered by a member of the Tech Services staff. 7pm BOA Poetry and Comedy Night Kaplan Hall Great Room (Newburgh Campus) Join the Board of Activities for an evening of fantastic poetry followed by laughs with one of the country's hottest touring club comics!