Kate McPherson, Senior Academic Advisor (O–Z) on Jul 29th 2008 Academic Advising
If you are, you only have a few more weeks to file for graduation with CUNY BA! In fact, you might be due for an audit even if this won’t be your final semester:
Students who have had their area of concentration forms approved and have completed between 90 and 100 credits must make an appointment to review their academic records before registering for the final semester in the program. During the audit, students will
- receive information about exactly what they need to do in order to graduate
- complete an application for their diploma; if they intend to use a name other than the name on record on their diploma, they must provide legal proof of the name change (e.g., a marriage certificate)
- pay for their diploma and final transcript; the $15 fee is payable by cash, check, or money order made out to “CUNY Baccalaureate”
This is the equivalent of “filing for graduation.” Students do not need to file for graduation at their home colleges
Appointments can be scheduled by calling the main office at 212.817.8220. It is the responsibility of the student to anticipate the need to schedule this appointment. Appointments are made at least 1 week in advance as they require the preparation of paperwork by the academic advisor and a careful checking of records. You should not wait until your last semester to have a graduation audit. You must have approved area of concentration forms on file (approved by your mentor and the academic director) in order to schedule a graduation audit; no exceptions will be made.
Kate McPherson, Senior Academic Advisor (O–Z) on Jul 24th 2008 Academic Advising
Enrolled CUNY BA students can pursue the life experience credit option when they have earned between 45 and 90 credits. Credit for prior learning cannot be awarded in the semester during which graduation requirements will be completed; students are urged, therefore, not to wait until the last minute to submit their portfolios.
Credit for prior learning can not be applied to area(s) of concentration, liberal arts, residency, or core distribution requirements. This credit is always elective credit. Students who enter the Program with 90 credits do not have room in their degrees for life experience credits; students who enter with close to 90 credits may not have room either (those students should consult their CUNY BA/BS Program academic advisor after their area of concentration form is approved).
Life experience seminars are held at the Program Office; call 212.817.8220 to reserve a seat.
Fall 2008
Thursday, October 2, 12:00pm
Tuesday, October 9, 5:45pm
Spring 2008
Tuesday, February 3, 12:00pm
Tuesday, February 10, 5:45pm
Tuesday, May 5, 5:45pm
Rafal Szczurowski, Academic Advisor (G–N) on May 6th 2008 Academic Advising, FAQs
To register for graduate level courses you need an approval from our Academic Director (please use this form: http://web.gc.cuny.edu/cunyba/pdf/graduate_course_permission.pdf) and the professor teaching the course. If the course is meant to be part of your Area of Concentration it must also be approved by your mentor. After you have secured permission you can apply for an e-permit. Once the permit is approved you should get registration instructions. Students usually have to register in person and it is a good idea to get a letter from the professor teaching the course and/or the department offering it granting you permission to register.
Rafal Szczurowski, Academic Advisor (G–N) on Apr 23rd 2008 Academic Advising, FAQs
Having a faculty mentor is central to our Program’s philosophy. He or she must be a full time CUNY faculty member and also teaching at a senior college. Here are a few tips on how to search for a mentor:
1) Ask a professor that you have a class with right now or had in the past. It he/she can’t serve as your mentor maybe they could recommend somebody.
2) Ask your fellow classmates about faculty members that they have had a positive experience with.
3) Reach out to relevant departments. Try to speak with a faculty advisor from a department that you’re taking courses in.
4) Research faculty members’ profiles (usually posted on department websites) to find out about their areas of expertise. Match that with your own interest and prepare a list of potential mentors. Contact them via phone or email.
5) Try to schedule a meeting. Come prepared, that is with a list of courses that you think should be included in your AOC. Be open to guidance and suggestions.
6) During your initial interview, you were given a guide for faculty mentors titled “Partners in Learning” which you can share with your mentor. You can direct your potential faculty mentor to the Faculty Mentors section of our website. He/she may also contact our Academic Director, Dr. Hartswick, at (khartswick@gc.cuny.edu).
Beth Kneller, Deputy Director on Apr 11th 2008 Academic Advising
The CUNY BA Program recently conducted a faculty mentor survey. In answer to the question “How can we improve the Student-Mentor relationship?” many faculty echoed this sentiment:
“Students should be reminded to keep in touch with their faculty mentors since many of us have multiple advising roles and it’s easy to lose track of who’s doing what and when.”
So be sure to touch base with your mentor at least once or twice a semester. Survey results indicated that half of all mentors prefer their mentee contact to be in person by appointment and half prefer email; find out what your mentor prefers. Keep your mentor up-to-date with how your classes are going, what progress you are making in your concentration, your plans for graduate school or other academic opportunities, etc. If you need or want to make any changes to your future concentration courses, that of course must be discussed with and approved by your mentor.
The feedback we received via the survey was incredibly positive. Mentors truly enjoy working with their students. Take advantage of their expert counsel and interest in your success.
Beth Kneller, Deputy Director on Apr 1st 2008 Academic Advising, Registrar
Before you request an official transcript from the CUNY BA Office, check your CUNY BA Advisement Report online to be sure it is up-to-date and accurate. Log on to http://web.gc.cuny.edu/cunyba/advisementreports.html for complete instructions on viewing your record. (NOTE: Only current students can view their academic reports - graduates cannot.) If information is missing or incorrect, contact the CUNY BA Registrar in writing with the full details. Send a fax to 212-817-1512 or, via email, to cunyba@gc.cuny.edu, ATTN: Registrar.
Kate McPherson, Senior Academic Advisor (O–Z) on Mar 6th 2008 Academic Advising
Having a graduation audit is an integral part of your CUNY Baccalaureate Program degree requirements. You should have a graduation audit with your academic advisor when you have or about to reach 90 credits. We like to complete audits early so that students can make sure they understand their remaining requirements and plan out their last few semesters so DO NOT wait until your final semester to schedule an audit!
An audit indicates the number of credits and the courses remaining to complete the degree and is the equivalent of “filing for graduation” (NB: CUNY Baccalaureate Students do not file for graduation at their home college).
If you expect to graduate in June it is your responsibility to schedule a graduation audit with the Program Office no later than the April 15; if you expect to graduate in September no later than June 15.
If you are not nearing 90 credits or have already had an audit but would like to review your requirements with your Academic Advisor you can schedule a credit check appointment.
Because audits and credit checks require preparation of documents and careful checking of records, appointment requests must be made at least one week in advance by calling 212.817.8221.
Kate McPherson, Senior Academic Advisor (O–Z) on Mar 5th 2008 Academic Advising
While coding your registration this semester we noticed that many CUNY BA students need to make revisions to their AOC forms. We understand that you can’t always get the courses you planned to take but you need to get the ones you are taking approved. So, while the semester is still young sit down with/e-mail/call your mentor and have them look over and sign your revised AOC form. Remember that once your mentor has signed it you need to send it to your Advisor so that Dr. Hartswick can review it. Here’s a blank Area of Concentration Form.
Kate McPherson, Senior Academic Advisor (O–Z) on Mar 5th 2008 Academic Advising, Graduate School
Learn how to apply and how to seek funding-and learn what the CUNY Graduate Center has to offer you.
Keynote Speaker
O. Hugo Benavides, Ph.D.
(Former CUNY Undergraduate and Graduate Student)
Associate Professor of Anthropology
Fordham University
&
Roundtable Luncheon with CUNY Graduate Students & Faculty who can answer all of your questions…
10AM-3:00 PM Friday, March 28, 2008
Concourse Level, Room C201-203
CUNY Graduate Center
Fifth Avenue and 34th Street
Register by 3/25/08 at 212.817.7540 or oeodpmail@gc.cuny.edu. When registering, please indicate discipline/program, campus & level
Sponsored by the CUNY Black Male Initiative (BMI) Program and the Office of Educational Opportunity and Diversity (OEODP) Programs*
* All programs and activities of the Black Male Initiative are open to all academically eligible students, without regard to race, gender, national origin or other characteristic.
Admin on Jan 10th 2008 Academic Advising
Dear CUNY Baccalaureate Students- I hope that those of you who aren’t working very hard on a winter session class are enjoying the break. I’d like to encourage you to be mindful of a few approaching deadlines:
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