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[MAEnglish] Summer graduation + registering for classes + job opportunity
by Caroline Kyungah Hong 29 Jun '16

29 Jun '16

Dear Graduate Students, Hope you're all enjoying your summer so far! I'm just writing with a few announcements/reminders. - If you're planning to officially graduate this summer, the deadline to file on your CUNYfirst is this *Friday, July 1*. - It's not too late to register for a summer course. The 2nd Summer Session starts on *Tuesday, July 5*. Summer course descriptions are attached here. - A friendly reminder to please register ASAP for your Fall 2016 classes, if you haven't already. MA classes with low enrollments may be in danger of being canceled. Fall course descriptions are attached here. - Please see the email below for info re: a job opportunity to work at a summer camp. As always, please don't hesitate to email if you have any questions. Best, Caroline -- Caroline Kyungah Hong, PhD Assistant Professor of English Director of Graduate Studies (English MA) Queens College, CUNY 65-30 Kissena Blvd. Klapper Hall 604 Queens, NY 11367-1597 caroline.hong(a)qc.cuny.edu ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Oswald Araujo <oswaldaraujo(a)childcenterny.org> Date: Mon, Jun 27, 2016 at 4:06 PM Subject: Child Center of NY's Parsons Community School is now hiring for the upcoming 2016 summer Good evening, On Friday, we received notice from the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development of a rapid Summer Enrichment Camp Expansion. We currently have some summer openings that we're looking to immediately fill at the Child Center of NY's Parsons Community School and I'm hoping that reaching out to your office at Queens College will be mutually beneficial for both parties. Please let me know if you have any questions or if you require any additional information. The posting is below. *The Child Center of NY's Parsons Community School 2016 Summer Enrichment Camp is seeking passionate, highly-motivated, eager to learn Group Leaders and Activity Specialists to enthusiastically and actively supervise, engage and develop youth participants in grades ranging from 4-10.* *Candidates with experience, talent and passion teaching specific activities or theme-based clubs including*: literacy, arts, science, technology, engineering, math, cooking, drama, dance, youth council, leadership, service-learning or sports are encouraged to apply and highlight those talents and experiences. *Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:* · Actively monitor and engage participants during all program activities, including pick-up, snack, transitions, field trips, clubs, activities, and dismissal. · Create Project-Based Learning curricula with lesson plans for each group session. Utilize curricula and lesson plans to facilitate purposeful and engaging activities and on-going theme-based projects catered to the age, stage and interests of participants as well as the needs of the school community. · Assist participants with literacy; encourage academic effort and efficacy. · Collaborate with co-workers and program supervisors around effective program operations; uphold all safety and emergency standards and procedures. · Always demonstrate professional behavior. Serve as a positive role model for participants and maintain appropriate and professional boundaries with participants at all times. · Actively participate in training and professional development to continuously increase knowledge, principles and practices of child and youth development and actively use this knowledge to achieve the goals of the program. · Promote responsible and healthy decision-making among all participants. · Develop leadership skills, team-building and self-advocacy among all participants. · Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces diversity. · Foster academic and non-academic skills and broaden participant horizons. · Maintain accurate daily attendance records for all assigned activities. *Required Skills/Experience:* · One year After-school work experience, one full summer camp work experience, or two years related experience. · Interest and experience in youth development and academic enrichment. · A genuine enthusiasm for developing professional skills through training opportunities, observation, coaching, and feedback. · Availability between 8:00am-6:00 p.m.; 20-30 hours per week Monday-Friday . · Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with a broad range of people including school staff, parents, co-workers and supervisors. · Ability to meet School Age Child Care (SACC) requirements and obtain clearances including: background checks, fingerprinting by NYC Dept of Health, fingerprinting by NYC Dept of Ed, annual medical clearance and annual TB test documentation. · Ability to effectively manage time and to demonstrate strong organizational skills. · Ability to obtain and submit educational documentation as well as three letters of reference. *Location:* Parsons Community School 158-40 76th Road Flushing, NY, 11366 *Google Maps* <http://maps.google.com/?q=158-40+76th+Road%2C+Flushing%2C+NY%2C+11366%2C+us> *Public Transportation:* Bus (Q25 or Q34 via the E train to Jamaica Center (or) Q25 or Q34 via the F train to Hillside Ave (or) Q46 via the E or F to Union Tpke) *Start/End Date:* 07/01/16- 08/19/16 *Specific Days Needed:* Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, *Minimum Hours/Week:* 20 hours/week *Maximum Hours/Week:* 30 hours/week *Interested applicants should send resumes and a cover letter to Oswald Araujo at oswaldaraujo(a)childcenterny.org <oswaldaraujo(a)childcenterny.org> and Janiris Mena at janirismena(a)childcenterny.org <janirismena(a)childcenterny.org>. ** Cover letter should state why you think you would make a good candidate, including your specific skills, talents and experiences that would contribute to our team.* *Hourly Rate Commensurate with Experience; Internship Opportunities May Be Available* Thank you! -- Oswald Araujo Director The Child Center of NY Parsons Community School 158-40 76th Road Flushing, New York 11366 Office: (718) 820-0760 www.childcenterny.org <http://childcenterny.org/index.php> <http://facebook.com/childcenterny> <http://twitter.com/childcenterny> <http://instagram.com/childcenterny> <https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-child-center-of-ny> IMPORTANT NOTICE: This e-mail is meant only for the use of the intended recipient. 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[MAEnglish] Graduation tomorrow
by Caroline Kyungah Hong 01 Jun '16

01 Jun '16

Hi all, A final reminder that the English Department graduation ceremony takes place tomorrow, *Thursday, June 2*, about half an hour after the main campus-wide ceremony ends, starting around *11:30am*, in *Goldstein Theatre*. I recommend you and your family/friends get there at least by 11:00am to grab seats (and even earlier if you need to look for parking). If you already graduated in Fall 2015, or won't be officially graduating till Summer 2016, you're still welcome to take part in the ceremony, since it only happens once a year. All graduates can go straight to the stage, and they'll give you instructions on where to sit, when to line up to have your names called, etc. Cap and gown are optional. The ceremony usually lasts about an hour, and there is a small reception afterward. If you're interested in also attending the main campus-wide commencement ceremony, you must RSVP by today: http://www.qc.cuny.edu/about/business/Campus-Events-Commencement/Pages/Comm… . I'm so sad that I'm traveling and won't be able to attend tomorrow's ceremonies. Bill Orchard will be there representing the MA directors and faculty, and I'll be there in spirit. My heartfelt congratulations to all the graduates and your loved ones! Please keep in touch! Best, Caroline -- Caroline Kyungah Hong, PhD Assistant Professor of English Director of Graduate Studies (English MA) Queens College, CUNY 65-30 Kissena Blvd. Klapper Hall 604 Queens, NY 11367-1597 caroline.hong(a)qc.cuny.edu

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[MAEnglish] Reminders re: thesis essay workshop tomorrow + office hours
by Caroline Kyungah Hong 10 May '16

10 May '16

Hi all, A reminder that, if you're planning to take ENGL 791 and/or write your thesis essay in Fall 2016, we are having a workshop tomorrow, *Wednesday, May 11, at 6:30pm*, in the lounge upstairs, Klapper 710. Please email me if you plan to take ENGL 791 in the fall, even if you can't make the workshop. So far only a few students have RSVPed. Also, as the spring semester winds down, please note that I only have regular office hours tomorrow, Wednesday, May 11, and next Wednesday, May 18, from 3-6pm. After that and during the summer, I will have limited availability for advisement by appointment. If you have any questions or need advising, please don't hesitate to email. And best of luck with all your end-of-the-semester endeavors! Best, Caroline -- Caroline Kyungah Hong, PhD Assistant Professor of English Director of Graduate Studies (English MA) Queens College, CUNY 65-30 Kissena Blvd. Klapper Hall 604 Queens, NY 11367-1597 caroline.hong(a)qc.cuny.edu

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[MAEnglish] Workshop for students planning to take ENGL 791 next semester
by Caroline Kyungah Hong 04 May '16

04 May '16

Hi everyone, This is a reminder that, if you're planning to take ENGL 791 and/or write your thesis essay in Fall 2016, we are having a workshop on *Wednesday, May 11, at 6:30pm*, in the lounge upstairs, Klapper 710. Over wine and snacks, we'll discuss the logistics and requirements for 791/the thesis essay <http://english.qc.cuny.edu/graduate-programs/ma-in-english/ma-thesis/>, including how to sign up for ENGL 791, writing an effective proposal, finding an advisor and second reader, etc. We'll leave plenty of time for your questions and also give you the chance to chat and connect with your peers who'll be going through this process with you. If you plan to take 791 next semester, please email me to RSVP for this workshop and/or make an appointment with me to discuss your individual thesis essay plans. Looking forward to hearing more about your projects! And hope everyone is surviving and thriving these last few weeks of the semester. Best, Caroline -- Caroline Kyungah Hong, PhD Assistant Professor of English Director of Graduate Studies (English MA) Queens College, CUNY 65-30 Kissena Blvd. Klapper Hall 604 Queens, NY 11367-1597 caroline.hong(a)qc.cuny.edu

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[MAEnglish] 2016 Nancy Comley Prize Winner: Frankie Romano
by Caroline Kyungah Hong 20 Apr '16

20 Apr '16

Our heartfelt congratulations to Frankie Romano, who is the recipient of this year's Nancy Comley Prize for her brilliant essay "The Matter of the Text: Queerness, Identity, and Proximity in Alison Bechdel’s *Fun Home*"! The faculty judges for the award had a really difficult time choosing a winner this year, because of the high caliber of all the submissions. We're all so proud of the work everyone is doing in the program. You're all invited to join us in celebrating Frankie's accomplishments, as well as those of all the undergrad and grad award winners, at our annual Writing Prizes Ceremony on Monday, May 2nd, at 3pm, in the Godwin-Ternbach Museum. Reception to follow. Congrats again, Frankie! Best, Caroline -- Caroline Kyungah Hong, PhD Assistant Professor of English Director of Graduate Studies (English MA) Queens College, CUNY 65-30 Kissena Blvd. Klapper Hall 604 Queens, NY 11367-1597 caroline.hong(a)qc.cuny.edu

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[MAEnglish] Congrats on a fantastic MA conference!
by Caroline Kyungah Hong 20 Apr '16

20 Apr '16

Thank you to everyone who participated in our 3rd annual MA conference yesterday! As conference organizers, presenters, and audience members, you made this year's event a resounding success. We're so proud of you! And congratulations again to Beth Sherman, who won this year's Best Conference Presentation Prize, for “‘In Your London, None are there who would not Know me for a Stranger’: Language, Fear and Non-Assimilation in *Dracula*"! Now we can start thinking about how we'll top it for our conference next year! :) Best, Caroline -- Caroline Kyungah Hong, PhD Assistant Professor of English Director of Graduate Studies (English MA) Queens College, CUNY 65-30 Kissena Blvd. Klapper Hall 604 Queens, NY 11367-1597 caroline.hong(a)qc.cuny.edu

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[MAEnglish] Reminder: "Talking Trash" MA conference tomorrow!
by Caroline Kyungah Hong 17 Apr '16

17 Apr '16

Hi all, One last reminder that tomorrow (Monday, April 18) is our annual MA conference, "*TALKING TRASH: The Counterpolitics of Abjection*." Please see the attached program or go to http://talkingtrash.qwriting.qc.cuny.edu/ for the full schedule. We'll be in President's Conference Room 2 in Rosenthal, 5th floor, from 9:30am to 5:00pm, with coffee/pastries and lunch. Then we'll move to the Godwin-Ternbach Museum for the keynote address by Jordan Stein on “The Feelings That Persist After History Ends,” at 5:30pm, with a reception to follow on the 6th floor of Klapper, Come support your fellow MA students, who are nervous and excited to share their work with us! Hope to see many of you tomorrow! Best, Caroline -- Caroline Kyungah Hong, PhD Assistant Professor of English Director of Graduate Studies (English MA) Queens College, CUNY 65-30 Kissena Blvd. Klapper Hall 604 Queens, NY 11367-1597 caroline.hong(a)qc.cuny.edu

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[MAEnglish] "Talking Trash" MA conference this Monday!
by Caroline Kyungah Hong 13 Apr '16

13 Apr '16

Hi all, A reminder that our third annual English graduate conference, "*TALKING TRASH: The Counterpolitics of Abjection*," is this coming *Monday, April 18th*. Please find attached the conference poster and the program with the full schedule. Join us in Rosenthal for one panel or all four! And definitely don't miss the keynote address by Professor Jordan Stein on “The Feelings That Persist After History Ends,” at 5:30pm in the Godwin-Ternbach Museum. There will be coffee and pastries in the morning, lunch, and a reception to follow, so come eat and drink, support your fellow grad students, and take part in what promises to be an exciting day! Best, Caroline and Bill -- Caroline Kyungah Hong, PhD Assistant Professor of English Director of Graduate Studies (English MA) Queens College, CUNY 65-30 Kissena Blvd. Klapper Hall 604 Queens, NY 11367-1597 caroline.hong(a)qc.cuny.edu Spring 2016 office hours: Wed. 3-6pm

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[MAEnglish] Preregistration, graduation, and ENGL 791 workshop for Fall 2016
by Caroline Kyungah Hong 07 Apr '16

07 Apr '16

Hi everyone, Here are some announcements: 1. A reminder that today is the final day of *preregistration*. Please see my previous emails for instructions on how to preregister for summer and fall courses. 2. Some of you have been asking for more info re: *graduation*. The main campus-wide commencement ceremony is scheduled for Thursday morning, *June 2* (for more info, see http://www.qc.cuny.edu/about/business/Campus-Events-Commencement/Pages/Comm…) The English Department graduation ceremony takes place about half an hour after the main ceremony ends, usually from around 11:30am-1:00pm, in Goldstein Theater. Graduates sit on stage and have their names called, and there's a small reception afterward, so this is really the ceremony you want your family and friends to attend. They don't need to RSVP or get tickets to attend, but parking and seating are limited, so we recommend everyone plan accordingly and get there early. We'll announce more details as we get closer to June. 3. If you're planning to take *ENGL 791* and/or write your thesis essay in Fall 2016, we'll be holding a workshop on *Wednesday, May 11, at 6:30pm*, in the lounge upstairs, Klapper 710, so please save the date. We'll have wine and snacks and answer all your questions about getting signed up for 791, writing an effective proposal, and the process of writing the thesis essay. We'll send another announcement about the workshop closer to the date. As always, please don't hesitate to email me or Bill if you have questions. Best, Caroline -- Caroline Kyungah Hong, PhD Assistant Professor of English Director of Graduate Studies (English MA) Queens College, CUNY 65-30 Kissena Blvd. Klapper Hall 604 Queens, NY 11367-1597 caroline.hong(a)qc.cuny.edu Spring 2016 office hours: Wed. 3-6pm

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[MAEnglish] Reminder: Preregistration for Summer and Fall (Apr. 5-7)
by Caroline Kyungah Hong 04 Apr '16

04 Apr '16

Hi all, A reminder that preregistration is happening tomorrow through Thursday. Please see below and attached for instructions and course descriptions. Note that those preregistering via email should send their info to *Bill* ( worchard(a)qc.cuny.edu) This semester I will only be preregistering students in person during my Wednesday office hours. And one final reminder that the submission deadline for the Nancy Comley Prize is this Friday, April 8. Please see attached for submission guidelines. Best, Caroline -- Caroline Kyungah Hong, PhD Assistant Professor of English Director of Graduate Studies (English MA) Queens College, CUNY 65-30 Kissena Blvd. Klapper Hall 604 Queens, NY 11367-1597 caroline.hong(a)qc.cuny.edu Spring 2016 office hours: Wed. 3-6pm ---------- Forwarded message ---------- Dear Graduate Students, Preregistration for Summer and Fall 2016 English MA courses will take place *Tuesday, April 5 through Thursday, April 7*. Matriculated graduate students in good academic standing (i.e., minimum 3.0 GPA and no outstanding INCs) are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to sign up early for classes. Please see the attached PDF (and pasted below) for preregistration instructions and FAQs, including a breakdown of program requirements for MA, MS Ed, and MAT students. Also attached are the course descriptions for our wonderful slate of Summer and Fall 2016 courses. If you have any questions or need advising before preregistration, please email and/or make an appointment with me. Best, Caroline -- Preregistration for English MA Courses 2016 Summer and Fall Preregistration for Summer and Fall 2016 English MA courses will take place *Tuesday, April 5 through Thursday, April 7*. Graduate students in good academic standing (i.e., minimum 3.0 GPA and no outstanding INCs) are strongly encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to sign up early for classes. Below are preregistration instructions and FAQs, including a breakdown of program requirements for MA, MS Ed, and MAT students. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to email Caroline Hong or Bill Orchard, the Directors of Graduate Studies in English. If you have a complicated academic record and need advising prior to registering for classes, please make an appointment with Caroline before the preregistration period. *Preregistration via Email* Please email Bill (worchard(a)qc.cuny.edu) with the following information: 1. Your full name 2. Your 8-digit CUNYfirst ID# 3. The courses you’d like to register for, with their 4- or 5-digit class codes (e.g., ENGL 636, code: 28479) Graduate students can preregister for up to 3 fall classes and 2 summer classes. Email preregistration requests will be processed within 24 hours and in the order they are received. We will send you a confirmation notice once you’ve been registered, asking you to log onto CUNYfirst and check your schedule. *Preregistration in Person* If you wish to preregister in person, please see Caroline or Bill during one of these times: § Tuesday, April 5, 3:30–4:30pm (see Bill in Klapper 635) § Wednesday, April 6, 3:00–6:00pm (see Caroline in Klapper 604) If you’re preregistering in person, please be sure to fill out the above information on one of the preregistration slips, which you can find at the main English Department office (Klapper 607), *before* you come see us. *Preregistration FAQs* *Who is eligible to preregister for Summer and Fall 2016 classes?* All MA, MS Ed, and MAT students with an active CUNYfirst account who are in good academic standing are eligible to preregister for courses. If your GPA has fallen below 3.0 or if you’re carrying incompletes on your record from a previous semester, you will need to schedule an advising appointment with the Director of Graduate Studies, Caroline Hong, before being permitted to preregister. If the Bursar has placed a hold on your account for any reason, however negligible or unwarranted the hold might be, the CUNYfirst system will not allow you to be preregistered for classes. Please check your account before the start of the preregistration period and make sure that all holds have been removed. Non-matriculated/non-degree students are not eligible to preregister. *How many classes can I preregister for?* All MA, MS Ed, and MAT students may preregister for up to 3 fall classes and 2 summer classes. *Can I take a course with the same number twice for credit?* Courses entitled “Studies in…” may be repeated for credit as long as the specific course topics are substantially different (see course titles at http://english.qc.cuny.edu/graduate-programs/) For example, ENGL 714, 719, 720, 721, 722, 723, 724, 726, 727, 729, 736, and 742 may all be repeated for credit. ENGL 681 (Special Studies) and 781 (Special Seminars) may also be repeated for credit, as long as the specific course topics are different. ENGL 636, 638, 701, and 703 *cannot* be repeated for credit. *What are my program requirements?* For MA students: § ENGL 701 § ENGL 636 § 7 open electives (any English graduate class offered at the 600 or 700 level, *excluding the creative writing workshops and craft classes, ENGL 751–762, which are reserved for MFA students*) § ENGL 791 (thesis essay) For MS Ed students admitted *Fall 2012 or after*: § ENGL 702 or 703 § 2 pre-1900 electives § 1 open elective (any English graduate class offered at the 600 or 700 level, *excluding the creative writing workshops and craft classes, ENGL 751–762, which are reserved for MFA students*) § ENGL 781 For MS Ed students admitted *before Fall 2012*: § ENGL 702 § ENGL 703 or 636 § ENGL 662 or 719 § 2 open electives (any English graduate class offered at the 600 or 700 level, *excluding the creative writing workshops and craft classes, ENGL 751–762, which are reserved for MFA students*) For MAT students: § 1 pre-1900 elective § 1 open elective (any English graduate class offered at the 600 or 700 level, *excluding the creative writing workshops and craft classes, ENGL 751–762, which are reserved for MFA students*) § ENGL 781 For Summer 2016, the following courses fulfill the pre-1900 requirement: ENGL 742 (code 6173), 723 (code 6171), and 727 (code 6172). For Fall 2016, the following courses fulfill the pre-1900 requirement: ENGL 721 (code 28482), 724 (code 28483), and 726 (code 28485). *Can I preregister for ENGL 791, the thesis course, or ENGL 795, the independent study course?* English 791 and English 795 require additional advising and paperwork, so these are not courses for which you can preregister. Please email or make an appointment with the Director of Graduate Studies, Caroline Hong, if you’re planning to take one of these courses in the fall semester.

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