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[Schoolcounseling 0010] Comprehensive Exam Registration and Details
by David Rivera 23 Jan '20

23 Jan '20

Happy New Year!? We hope everyone had some time for rest and rejuvenation over the winter break. This message if for students who plan to graduate in May 2020 (this semester). As explained in the Student Handbook, the Comprehensive Exam is a requirement for all students who graduate from the program: "In the beginning of the Spring semester before graduation, counseling students are required to take the Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Exam (CPCE). This multiple-choice test was designed around the national standards of the counseling profession and is used by counselor training programs around the country. It covers 8 major areas: (1) human development, (2) social & cultural foundations, (3) helping relationships (4) group work (5) career & lifestyle development (6) assessment & evaluation (7) research & program evaluation, and (8) professional orientation. The results of the exam give feedback to the faculty on each student's relative strengths and weaknesses in comparison to national norms. This exam does ?not? lead to certification as a professional counselor but is required to complete the program." Here are the instructions for registering for the Comps. 1. The exam is on Monday, March 09, 2020 in room IB 200 (QC Computer Lab) from 4:30pm-9pm. 2. You must submit a check in the amount of $85 to Dolly Mathura or Jaclyn Arroyo in PH033 by Friday, February 7, 2020 to cover the cost of the exam. Check is payable to COUNSELOR EDUCATION FUND 3. Once we submit the payment, we will be given directions with individual voucher numbers for each student to use when setting up an account that you will have to do prior to the exam. 4. Review books (Encyclopedia of counseling) are available for loan from the department office and here is a pdf/link for the Encyclopedia: http://vct.qums.ac.ir/portal/file/?180455/Encyclopedia-of-Counseling.pdf ?Please contact your advisor if you have any questions. Take care, Dr. Rivera David P. Rivera, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Counselor Education Department of Educational & Community Programs Queens College, City University of New York Founding Director, CUNY LGBTQI+ Student Leadership Program Pronouns: he, him, his

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[Schoolcounseling 0009] Spring 2020 Registration
by David Rivera 13 Dec '19

13 Dec '19

Dear Students, We hope the end of the Fall semester is wrapping up nicely for you. It has come to our attention that some students are not registered for the Spring 2020 semester. If you are not yet registered, please reach out to your faculty advisor as soon as possible. Take care,? The Counselor Education Faculty? David P. Rivera, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Counselor Education Department of Educational & Community Programs Queens College, City University of New York Founding Director, CUNY LGBTQI+ Student Leadership Program Pronouns: he, him, his

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[Schoolcounseling 0008] QC Counselor Education Program Graduation Celebration: May 21, 2019, 6-8 pm
by David Rivera 02 May '19

02 May '19

Dear Students, Please join us to celebrate the 2019 graduates from our counselor education program! The celebration is open to all students, regardless if you're graduating this year. In the spirit of community, we will be hosting a potluck on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 from 6-8 pm in the President's Lounge/Q Side Cafe in the Dining Hall Building. Please bring something tasty to share. The faculty will provide drinks and cake. Please click on the link below to complete the form to indicate your ability to attend and what you plan to bring. https://forms.gle/iod6LPD5C3g3NUao9? We look forward to seeing you all there as we celebrate our 2019 graduates! Take care, The Counseling Faculty ?

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[Schoolcounseling 0007] Lester Schwartz Memorial Scholarship for School Counseling Students
by David Rivera 05 Mar '19

05 Mar '19

Dear School Counseling Candidates, Please see the following information regarding a new scholarship opportunity solely for students in our School Counseling program. ? Keep in mind that the deadline is April 5, 2019. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Pellitteri (John.Pellitteri(a)qc.cuny.edu) Take care, Dr. Rivera LESTER SCHWARTZ MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR SCHOOL COUNSELING STUDENTS Dr. Lester Schwartz was a professor at Queens College and the coordinator of the counseling program for many decades. He earned his PhD in counseling psychology from Teachers College, Columbia University and worked in schools serving children in high need communities. Dr. Schwartz focused on training professional school counselors and supporting children's social-emotional development. His published books in career counseling (The Career Finder) are still in use today. Dr. Schwartz's dedication to the college and the counseling program was evident by his continued service as coordinator and adjunct instructor for many years after his formal retirement. He was deeply respected and appreciated by the department faculty who knew him. IN HONOR OF HIS MEMORY, THE SCHWARTZ FAMILY HAS ESTABLISHED A SCHOLARSHIP FOR SCHOOL COUNSELING GRADUATE STUDENTS The gift will be used to provide scholarship awards each academic year for graduate students with demonstrated financial need who are pursuing a Masters of Science degree in school counseling. In addition to financial need, recipients will demonstrate a strong commitment to the social-emotional development of children, with a focus on children in under-served communities. * The amount of the award will be approximately $750 and must be applied toward QC tuition or administrative costs. * Graduate students in good standing (including GPA 3.0 or above) who are matriculated in the QC School Counseling M.S.Ed. program are eligible. * Applicants must submit a 2-page essay including the following (a) commitment to the social-emotional development of youth (b) experience with, or importance of working in under-served communities (c) a brief statement of financial need. Support your statements with examples of current or past counseling-teaching related experience (such as practicum/internship placements, employment, volunteer work or other evidence of commitment) * On the COVER PAGE- include name, year in program, full-part time status, and current GPA. * SUBMIT the essay to Ms. Shaneeza Gulmahamad, Administrative Assistant at shaneeza.gulmahamad(a)qc.cuny.edu. In the subject line state: LESTER SCHWARTZ AWARD * Deadline for submission is April 5, 2019. Recipients will be notified in May. Speak to Dr. Pellitteri if you have any questions.

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[Schoolcounseling 0006] New Comprehensive Exam Date: March 11th, 4:30-8:30 pm
by David Rivera 05 Mar '19

05 Mar '19

Dear Students, The Comprehensive Exam has been rescheduled for Monday, March 11th. The exam will be held in the computer lab, Room 200, in the I-Building from 4:30pm-8:30pm. This message is being distributed via the student listservs. We know that not all students are checking their QC email accounts on a regular basis (you definitely should be!), so please spread the word through your informal communication networks (text groups, etc.). Wishing you all the best as you continue to prepare for this exam. Take care, The Counseling Faculty? David P. Rivera, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Counselor Education Department of Educational & Community Programs Queens College, City University of New York Founding Director, CUNY LGBTQI+ Student Leadership Program Pronouns: he, him, his

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[Schoolcounseling 0005] Queens College Closed on Monday, March 4th: No Classes or Comprehensive Exam
by David Rivera 03 Mar '19

03 Mar '19

(Sorry if you're receiving this as a duplicate)? Dear Students, The CUNY system is closed tomorrow, which includes Queens College. This means there will be no classes and the comprehensive exam will be postponed. We will send an update about the new date and time for the Comprehensive Exam by Wednesday. Take care and be safe, The Counseling Faculty David P. Rivera, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Counselor Education Department of Educational & Community Programs Queens College, City University of New York Founding Director, CUNY LGBTQI+ Student Leadership Program Pronouns: he, him, his

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