April 2019 - Socrates - QC Mailman 3 Archives

Queens Memory Archives Tour & Volunteer Meetup
by Lori A Wallach 30 Apr '19

30 Apr '19

Hello all! Queens Memory is pleased to invite you to our next "Volunteers in the Vaults" gathering! We'll meet on Wednesday, May 8, in the Archives Reading Room at Queens Central Library?<http://www.queenslibrary.org/event/volunteers-in-the-vaults-hosted-by-the-q…> in Jamaica, from 6 to 8 pm. Volunteers in the Vaults is a bi-monthly open house for anyone interested in learning about upcoming Queens Memory programs and opportunities. First, the Archives staff will share some treasures from the library's local history collections and take any questions you have about neighborhood history. Attendees will then have a chance to discuss possible Queens-related oral history projects and network with Queens Memory volunteers and staff. Queens Memory is jointly sponsored by the Queens Public Library and Queens College. Faculty are welcome to come discuss ideas for class oral history projects. Please email lori.wallach(a)qc.cuny.edu<mailto:lori.wallach@qc.cuny.edu> to RSVP or for more information. Thanks, and hope to see some of you there! Lori Lori Wallach Queens Memory Outreach Coordinator queensmemory.org Queens College Rosenthal Library, room 317 Lori.Wallach(a)qc.cuny.edu (718) 997-3686

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An Introduction to Manifold, May 8
by Jean Kelly 29 Apr '19

29 Apr '19

>From the Center for Teaching & Learning: The Queens College Center for Teaching & Learning presents "An Introduction to Manifold," led by Krystyna Michael (CUNY Graduate Center). Date: Wednesday, May 8 Time: 3-4:30 pm Location: Rosenthal Library 227 (second floor) This presentation introduces Manifold, an intuitive, collaborative, open-source platform for scholarly publishing. Using Manifold, instructors can publish dynamic course editions of public domain texts and open educational resources along with supplementary notes, files, images, videos, interactive content, or other resources in a single project, and it supports collaborative annotations, so you and your students can "meet" in the margins of your texts. Participants will learn about Manifold, review model uses of Manifold across CUNY, and receive information about how to get started publishing on the platform. We will also discuss how the development of Manifold at the Graduate Center is part of an initiative to build open infrastructure at CUNY that supports open digital pedagogy. Open digital pedagogy often uses Open Educational Resources (OER) and connects the classroom to the outside world through teaching practices that harness free and open digital tools to facilitate active and networked learning. Krystyna Michael is an Open Educational Technologist at the Graduate Center supporting faculty use of the teaching platforms Manifold and the CUNY Academic Commons across all the CUNY campuses. Coffee, tea, and a light snack will be served. Register at: http://bit.ly/manifold-may8 Information: http://ctl.qc.cuny.edu/introduction-to-manifold-may-8

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March for Science
by Corinna Singleman 19 Apr '19

19 Apr '19

Hi All, The March for Science is coming up in a couple of weekends and I'm arranging a group to gather at the march on behalf of CTL & the HSI-STEM grant. I'd like to get a headcount for who can come, so if you're planning to go or even somewhat interested, please fill out the survey below. SURVEY <https://forms.gle/ZGcsPZRRKVb6kQEFA> Current March itinerary: 12pm - Keynote speaker at Foley Square 1:30pm - March begins 3-6pm - Science Expo at Pace University We can arrive as early as 11am at Foley Square if we want to try to see the Keynote speaker and opening ceremony. A friend who went to the speeches at a previous march noted that it can get a bit crowded. Alternately, I would suggest we gather around 12:45 or 1pm a bit further away from the start of the march and join the march as it begins. https://marchforsciencenyc.com/ Best, Corinna Corinna Singleman, PhD *Director of Communications, HSI-STEM Bridges Across Eastern QueensAdjunct Assistant Professor, Biology DepartmentQueens College, CUNY*

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An Introduction to the CUNY Academic Commons, April 17
by Jean Kelly 15 Apr '19

15 Apr '19

>From the Center for Teaching & Learning: The Queens College Center for Teaching & Learning presents "An Introduction to the CUNY Academic Commons," led by Laurie Hurson (CUNY Graduate Center). Date: Wednesday, April 17 Time: 3-4:30 pm Location: Rosenthal Library, Room 227 This presentation will introduce the CUNY Academic Commons, a WordPress-based teaching and learning platform currently used by faculty in a variety of graduate and undergraduate courses across CUNY. We will cover the various options for hosting courses on CUNY Academic Commons and introduce several models of open teaching on the CUNY Academic Commons. Further, we will demonstrate how the platform allows instructors to host course materials including OER (Open Educational Resources) materials, facilitate discussion, and craft assignments that task students with connecting course content to public discourses beyond the classroom. We will also discuss how the development of the CUNY Academic Commons is part of an initiative to build open infrastructure at CUNY that supports open digital pedagogy, a philosophy and practice of teaching that aims to connect course activities with wider audiences. Using open teaching methods and platforms like the CUNY Academic Commons, instructors can facilitate shared knowledge production, experiential learning, and develop students' digital literacy. Laurie Hurson is an Open Educational Technologist at the Graduate Center supporting faculty use of the CUNY Academic Commons and Manifold for teaching across all the CUNY campuses. Coffee, tea, and a light snack will be served. Register at: http://bit.ly/cuny-academic-commons Information: http://ctl.qc.cuny.edu/intro-cuny-academic-commons

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Human Centered Design Bootcamp - April 23 & 24
by Ying Zhou 15 Apr '19

15 Apr '19

Hello: The Tech Incubator is sponsoring a Human-Centered Design Bootcamp at Queens College on April 23 & 24. It is open to all QC students, faculty and staff. Learn Human Centered Design to launch your new enterprise. This two-day bootcamp is designed to take participants through the process of breaking down a complex problem and turning an idea into an actionable solution and finally making a business model for it. Ycenter two day programs are truly immersive for participants to learn about Entrepreneurship, Complex Problem Solving and Human-Centered Design Methodology. You will learn, ideate, build and explore new ways to solve real problems using the power of business. You do not need to have a team to participate in this event. Individual registrations are welcome. For more information:? https://y-center.org/events/qctech/ and RSVP: https://forms.gle/nxGebA6QQjM5isUZ8 Best, Ying Executive Director Tech Incubator at Queens College

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Information Session: Soros Fellowship for New Americans
by Moira E Egan 12 Apr '19

12 Apr '19

Dear All, I'd appreciate your assistance in letting your academically gifted students who have demonstrated potential for leadership, initiative and creativity know about next Wednesday's information session on the Soros fellowship. We will be joined by a representative of the foundation, and if you would like to learn more yourself, you are of course very welcome to attend. Below is a description you might want to pass along. Best, Moira The Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans recognizes the contributions of immigrants or children of immigrants by awarding college seniors or students who are at the beginning of their graduate studies up to $90,000 to pursue an advanced degree at a U.S. institution. In addition to this generous funding, the fellowship is not restricted to particular degrees, fields or institutions and provides membership in a vibrant community of scholars. U.S. citizenship is not required, but applicants must be 30 or younger by the November 1st deadline. Date: Wednesday, April 17th Time: Free Hour: 12:15-1:30 Location: Honors Hall rm. 17 ~ Moira E. Egan, Ph.D. National Fellowships Advisor Office of Honors and Scholarships Rm. 23 Honors Hall Queens College, CUNY (718) 997-2863

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Reminder: Education, Non-Profit & Government Career Fair on Wednesday April 10th 4:00-6:00 pm Dining Hall
by Zavi Gunn 09 Apr '19

09 Apr '19

Dear Faculty: A reminder to please announce in classes, email and share with your students: Education, Non-Profit & Government Career Fair Wednesday, April 10th, 2019 4 pm - 6 pm Queens College Dining Hall- Midway Court Open to all CUNY Students and Alumni! Employer list and positions: http://bit.ly/EducationFair2019<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__bit.ly_EducationFair201…> Career Fair Prep Quick Tips: http://bit.ly/BootCampSlides2019 QC Student Register now : www.qc.cuny.edu/hireqc<https://queenscollege-csm.symplicity.com/track/ece6cb60d154c1d20f6b44f9a851…> Select Student>Events>Workshops>RSVP & Add to Calendar Other CUNY Schools Students RSVP at qc_career(a)qc.cuny.edu<mailto:qc_career@qc.cuny.edu> Best Regards, Zavi Zavi Gunn Director Center for Career Engagement and Internships Queens College, CUNY Frese Hall Room 213 65-30 Kissena Blvd Flushing, NY 11367 W: (718) 997-4465 WWW.QC.CUNY.EDU/CAREER

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Fulbright Representative Coming to Campus
by Moira E Egan 04 Apr '19

04 Apr '19

Dear all, I hope everyone is enjoying some Spring sunshine! I'm writing to ask your assistance encouraging students to explore the wonderful opportunities available through the Fulbright program and to invite you to learn about possibilities for yourselves. Students have been emailed more details, but here are the basics you might wish to share with students. Program representative Aferdita Krasniqi will be here to talk about the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, which allows students to go abroad after they graduate to either pursue further study and/or research, or to teach English. The information session will be held on Wednesday, April 10 from 12:15-1:30 (free hour) in Honors Hall Room 17. Fulbright also offers overseas opportunities for faculty and staff from U.S. institutions and a program to bring international scholars here. Aferdita is well-versed in these Fulbright Scholars programs, so I invite you to join us for lunch in the Faculty Staff Dining Room to learn more about opportunities for faculty and staff. Of course you are most welcome to come to both the student session and the faculty lunch if you wish. We have 10 spots available for lunch, so if you are interested, would you please email qcfellowships(a)qc.cuny.edu<mailto:qcfellowships@qc.cuny.edu>? I look forward to gathering with you on Wednesday, and appreciate your help encouraging students to explore the transformative experience of a Fulbright. Best, Moira ~ Moira E. Egan, Ph.D. National Fellowships Advisor Office of Honors and Scholarships Rm. 23 Honors Hall Queens College, CUNY (718) 997-2863

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Teaching Tip: How to make meaning of numbers when teaching writing
by Jean Kelly 04 Apr '19

04 Apr '19

Do you teach a class that includes writing? Do your students ever include numbers in their writing? Often when student writing includes numbers, these numbers have insufficient context to provide meaningful insight. Providing students with a clear demonstration of how to effectively present numbers in context while writing can serve as a simple learning tool and may aid development of their writing. For a detailed example, check out our Teaching Tip: Quantitative Reasoning in Writing: http://ctl.qc.cuny.edu/quantitative-reasoning-in-writing/ You can read our past tips at: http://ctl.qc.cuny.edu/category/tech-tips/ Best regards, The Center for Teaching & Learning

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Final Reminder to full-time faculty to participate in the COACHE Survey
by Jean Kelly 01 Apr '19

01 Apr '19

Sent on behalf of the Office of Institutional Effectiveness: Don’t miss this important opportunity to make your voice heard! Full-time Faculty at Queens College are invited to participate in a survey of faculty job satisfaction administered through the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education (COACHE). **The survey will close on April 7th.** If you are a full-time faculty member who has been at Queens College for at least one year, you should have already received a notice about our participation in this University-wide survey project from Provost Hendrey and an email invitation (sent to your QC email address) from COACHE containing your unique link to the online survey. If you have questions about the COACHE survey, please contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness at qc.oie@qc.cuny.edu. Best, The Center for Teaching & Learning

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