April 2018 - sadivision@lists.qc.cuny.edu

[SADivision 0280] Century Foundation report on NY State Colleges
by Adam Rockman 12 Apr '18

12 Apr '18

Dear Student Affairs Team members: Please see the attached document for valuable information on why public institutions of higher education, like Queens College, are so very important to the financial health of students. Sincerely, Adam [Description: Queens College]<http://www.qc.cuny.edu/> Adam L. Rockman, Ed.D. | Vice President for Student Affairs Queens College, CUNY<http://www.qc.cuny.edu/> | 6530 Kissena Blvd, Queens NY 11367-1597 718-997-5500 | Fax: 718-997-5640 | adam.rockman(a)qc.cuny.edu<mailto:adam.rockman@qc.cuny.edu> [80yrs_logo]

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[SADivision 0279] Staff Development Reminder
by Adam Rockman 10 Apr '18

10 Apr '18

Dear Student Affairs Staff: This is a reminder that the Spring Divisional Breakfast & Staff Development is scheduled for Wednesday, April 25, 9:00am - 12:00pm, in the Student Union Ballroom (4th floor). We have an amazing, entertaining, and engaging guest speaker, and this will be a great morning! Please remember that all full-time staff in the Division of Student Affairs are required to arrive on time and attend this breakfast and staff development in its entirety. I am looking forward to seeing you all then. Sincerely, Adam [Description: Queens College]<http://www.qc.cuny.edu/> Adam L. Rockman, Ed.D. | Vice President for Student Affairs Queens College, CUNY<http://www.qc.cuny.edu/> | 6530 Kissena Blvd, Queens NY 11367-1597 718-997-5500 | Fax: 718-997-5640 | adam.rockman(a)qc.cuny.edu<mailto:adam.rockman@qc.cuny.edu> [80yrs_logo]

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[SADivision 0278] April and May Dates for Yoga and Meditation, Mondays and Wednesdays, 12:15-1:30 pm
by Jennifer Jarvis 06 Apr '18

06 Apr '18

[QC Banner] From the Office of Human Resources: The Division of Student Affairs and the Office of Human Resources invite you to join Yoga and Meditation with Dada Abhiramanandaji. Sessions will be held on the following Mondays and Wednesdays in April and May from 12:15-1:30 pm in the Student Union Fishbowl: * Monday, April 23 * Wednesday, April 25 * Monday, April 30 * Wednesday, May 2 * Monday, May 7 * Wednesday, May 9 Don't forget to bring your yoga mat! Information: Visit Student Union 300 or call the Dean of Students office at 718-997-3960.

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[SADivision 0277] National Association of Student Personnel Conference Scholarships, Leadershape, and New Professional & Graduate Student Pre-Conference!
by Jennifer Jarvis 03 Apr '18

03 Apr '18

Good Day, A great opportunity in our backyard!! Please spread the word and consider attending this professional conference. Contact VPSA(a)qc.cuny.edu<mailto:VPSA@qc.cuny.edu> with any questions or concerns. From: regions=naspa.org(a)mg.naspa.org <regions=naspa.org(a)mg.naspa.org> On Behalf Of regions(a)naspa.org Sent: Friday, March 30, 2018 4:38 PM To: Jennifer Jarvis <Jennifer.Jarvis(a)qc.cuny.edu> Subject: Conference Scholarships, Leadershape, and New Professional & Graduate Student Pre-Conference! [https://www.naspa.org/images/uploads/main/7500/naspa_logo_edited__medium.jpg] Happy Friday Region II! Are you looking for a way to jumpstart your NASPA Region II Conference experience in New York City? Seeking professional development opportunities that fit your needs? Consider attending one of our two pre-conference opportunities being offered this year! As a region, we will be hosting the New Professional and Graduate Student (NP&GS) Pre-Conference, as well as the Leadershape Resilience Program, on Sunday, June 3rd, 2018. Attending the Region II pre-conference provides a unique space for personal reflection, professional growth, and an opportunity to network with others in the area. This year we will be hosting our first, "Have a Seat at the Table" Luncheon in which all pre-conference attendees will join with senior level Region II Board members at lunch, giving attendees the opportunity to speak with senior level professional in our area about their paths in the field and creating networking opportunities. Both programs will take place on Sunday, June 3 from 9am-3:30pm and provide breakfast and lunch. For more information about registration, our pre-conferences and our new Graduate Student Scholarship, please visit our website<http://email.mg.naspa.org/c/eJxNjr2OgzAQhJ8GOiy8XmIoXKRJESkPsdhLcIQWYv6Stz_…> or read more below. NASPA Region II Pre-Conferences: The LeaderShape’s® Resilience™ program is a 1-day eye-opener based on the research of Dr. Amit Sood that explores resilient leadership and how it builds strong, flexible relationships and communities. Resilience™ is designed for mid-level professionals and focuses on managing stress, learning the skills to take life events in stride and growing and learning from our experiences. Healing and strengthening, Resilience™ offers participants the space and time to begin to focus on how their lives impact their ability to lead, and the tools they need to strengthen their awareness day to day. The New Professional and Graduate Student Pre-Conference will feature sessions around identity development, navigating political climates of institutions, money management, and effective ways to build relationships with students and colleagues. Attendees will attend keynote lectures, and be able to choose from a variety of sessions throughout the day. We have extended our early-bird registration to April 23rd! Until the 23rd, you can register for the NP&GS pre-conference for $70 per participant and for the Leadershape pre-conference for $50 per participant. Fees are inclusive of meals, and cost the same regardless of if you are a NASPA member. Lastly, we are excited to announce the Region 2 Graduate Student Scholarship Application! We have worked to provide several scholarship awards to be given to Graduate Students from the region to support their attendance at the Regional Conference. More information, including timeline, qualifications, and the application, can be found here.<http://email.mg.naspa.org/c/eJxNjk0OwiAYRE9DlwQ-frvowsS4MPEMDVKwNBYRaNXbS-L…> We are excited to see you in New York City in just a couple of months. Make sure to register by April 23rd to take advantage of early-bird registration. Look out for more information about our new Career Connections program coming out in the next couple weeks! If you have any questions about the conference, feel free to reach out to your conference co-chairs Zach Harrell at zach.harrell(a)columbia.edu<mailto:zach.harrell@columbia.edu> and Felipe Henao at fhenao(a)mercy.edu<mailto:fhenao@mercy.edu> or your Pre-Conference Co-Chairs Denise Boneta at denise.m.boneta(a)hofstra.edu<mailto:denise.m.boneta@hofstra.edu> and Stacey Butler at sbutler(a)pace.edu<mailto:sbutler@pace.edu> Best, Region II Conference Committee ________________________________ NASPA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, gender identity, gender expression, affectional or sexual orientation, or disability in any of its policies, programs, and services. [http://email.mg.naspa.org/o/eJxNzDEOwyAMAMDXhNHCxgQy8IFKeYQBVyGqUJooafv7dux…]

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[SADivision 0276] Please share with Students: 2018 Solomon Awards...
by Jennifer Jarvis 02 Apr '18

02 Apr '18

Please share widely….. Subject: Re: Solomon Awards... Dear Colleagues: In honor of the retirement of Michael Solomon from the CUNY Legal Affairs Office, a scholarship fund was established by his colleagues for students who have overcome obstacles (including natural and man-made disasters) in order to pursue their higher education. We would like to honor two winners of the Solomon Scholarship Fund at the CUNY Student Leadership Awards ceremony to be held in May. Each recipient will receive a plaque and a monetary award of two hundred dollars ($200). If you are familiar with students deserving of these awards, please use the following link to share details with the QC selection committee. Please visit http://goo.gl/forms/gD3LBxjGuj to submit an entry by April 18, 2018. There should be a separate entry for each student. Contact the Vice President of Student Affairs Office at 718 997-5500 or VPSA(a)QC.CUNY.edu<mailto:VPSA@QC.CUNY.edu> with any questions or concerns.

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