CITY TECH 101-LC04
New Student Success Workshop
Fall 2024
WORKSHOP INFORMATION
Wednesday 12:00–1:40 PM
Namm 1106
Course OpenLab Link: https://openlab.citytech.cuny.edu/ct-101/
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
Rebecca Olerich
rolerich@citytech.cuny.edu
PEER MENTOR INFORMATION
Faariah Hiyaat
faariah.hiyaat@mail.citytech.cuny.edu
COLLEGE MISSION STATEMENT
New York City College of Technology is a baccalaureate and associate degree-granting institution committed to providing broad access to high quality technological and professional education for a diverse urban population. City Tech’s distinctive emphasis on applied skills and place-based learning built upon a vibrant general education foundation equips students with both problem-solving skills and an understanding of the social contexts of technology that make its graduates competitive. A multi-disciplinary approach and creative collaboration are hallmarks of the academic programs. As a community City Tech nurtures an atmosphere of inclusion, respect, and open-mindedness in which all members can flourish.
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION
This workshop focuses on helping new students transition to college life, and specifically to City Tech. The workshop will enhance the new student experience with information, activities, and various opportunities to connect with faculty, staff, and current City Tech students. In addition to learning how to access a variety of college services and resources, students will develop personalized plans for their college career.
WORKSHOP LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this workshop, students will be able to:
- Identify tools and strategies for learning in a virtual and in-person environment.
- Describe resources available at the college and university.
- Distinguish major degree offerings at the college.
- Recognize vocabulary specific to the college community.
- Communicate in diverse settings and groups, using written, oral, and visual means.
SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
In order to successfully complete the workshop, students need to:
- Actively Participate: Attend workshop sessions, and contribute to an engaging learning experience in an inclusive manner.
- Complete Surveys: Complete a Pre-Workshop Survey and a Post-Workshop Survey.
- Reflect: Share your thoughts and experiences, in writing, based on the workshop topics, in Reflections on workshop OpenLab site.
SUGGESTED READING
- The Companion for the First Year at City Tech
- resource to guide you as you develop your skills as a college student.
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Student Tips for On-line Learning
- provides information about preparing to be a virtual learner. Though you may have a combination of in person and virtual class these resources will be valuable.
SUGGESTED MEDIA
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Graduation speeches
- Everybody’s Free To Wear Sunscreen by Baz Luhrmann
- Best Advice for Students by Michelle Obama
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TEDTalks
- The Danger of Silence by Clint Smith
- What You Discover When You Really Listen by Hrishikesh Hirway
- Podcast
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVE EDUCATION STATEMENT
This course welcomes students from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the City Tech and CUNY missions, this course intends to provide an atmosphere of inclusion, respect, and the mutual appreciation of differences so that together we can create an environment in which all students can flourish. It is the instructor’s goal to provide materials and activities that are welcoming and accommodating of diversity in all of its forms, including race, gender identity and presentation, ethnicity, national origin, religion, cultural identity, socioeconomic background, sexuality and sexual orientation, ability, neurodivergence, age, and etc. Your instructor is committed to equity and actively seeks ways to challenge institutional racism, sexism, ableism and other forms of prejudice. Your input is encouraged and appreciated. If a dynamic that you observe or experience in the course concerns you, you may respectfully inform your instructor without fear of how your concerns will affect your grade. Let your instructor know how to improve the effectiveness of the course for you personally, or for other students or student groups. We acknowledge that NYCCT is located on the traditional homelands of the Canarsie and Lenape peoples.
STUDENT ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
City Tech is committed to supporting the educational goals of enrolled students with disabilities in the areas of enrollment, academic advisement, tutoring, assistive technologies, and testing accommodations. If you have or think you may have a disability, you may be eligible for reasonable accommodations or academic adjustments as provided under applicable federal, state and city laws. You may also request services for temporary conditions or medical issues under certain circumstances. If you have questions about your eligibility or would like to seek accommodation services or academic adjustments, you can leave a voicemail at 718-260-5143, send an email to: Accessibility@citytech.cuny.edu, or visit the Center’s website at http://www.citytech.cuny.edu/accessibility/ for more information.
STATEMENT ON ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Students and all others who work with information, ideas, texts, images, music, inventions, and other intellectual property owe their audience and sources accuracy and honesty in using, crediting, and citing sources. As a community of intellectual and professional workers, the College recognizes its responsibility for providing instruction in information literacy and academic integrity, offering models of good practice, and responding vigilantly and appropriately to infractions of academic integrity. Accordingly, academic dishonesty is prohibited in The City University of New York and at New York City College of Technology and is punishable by penalties, including failing grades, suspension, and expulsion. The complete text of the College policy on Academic Integrity may be found in the catalog.
STATEMENT OF CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR
Each student has the right to study and learn in a comfortable, safe, supportive environment that promotes self-esteem – free of fear, humiliation, intimidation, offensive or suggestive language.
RECORDED SESSIONS
Students who participate in this class with their camera on or use a profile image are agreeing to have their video or image recorded solely for the purpose of creating a record for students enrolled in the class to refer to, including those enrolled students who are unable to attend live. If you are unwilling to consent to have your profile or video image recorded, be sure to keep your camera off and do not use a profile image. Likewise, students who un-mute during class and participate orally are agreeing to have their voices recorded. If you are not willing to consent to have your voice recorded during class, you will need to keep your mute button activated and communicate exclusively using the “chat” feature, which allows students to type questions and comments live.
RECORDING POLICY
Students are NOT permitted to record any part of the class or office hours. This includes screenshots on Zoom. If there is a need to record for some reason, students must get permission from the professor via email BEFORE the recording takes place.
EMAIL POLICY
Per college policy, the instructor will only communicate with students via their City Tech email address (the one that ends with @mail.citytech.cuny.edu) and Brightspace or OpenLab. Most emails receive a response within 48 hours—if you don’t receive a response after two days, check the email address (and spelling), and email again.
Many students find that the best way to keep track of their email is to download the Outlook app on their phone.
**Successful students check their email and Brightspace daily!**
CLASS MEETING SCHEDULE
Session 1: 9/4
Academic Basics: #WelcomeToCityTech
Session Objectives
- To examine learning outcomes of the City Tech 101 Student Success Workshop
- To recognize City Tech instructional technology
- To develop familiarity with the campus
Session 2: 9/11
The Syllabus and the Classroom
Session Objectives
- To identify and discuss the components of a syllabus
- To discuss the role of instructors in the learning process
- To develop questions pertaining to the information presented on the syllabus
- To recognize the elements of good communication in an academic environment
Session 3: 9/18
#RiseAndGrind
Session Objectives
- To share strategies and tools to create a productive learning environment
- To prepare a schedule for successful use of time
- To identify personal approaches to learning
Session 4: 9/25
You Paid for, It Use It: Resources + Services
Session Objectives
- To identify resources at the college and on the college’s website
- To engage with the resources available at the college and on the college’s website
- To discuss the value and necessity of asking for help
Session 5: 10/9
Get Your Head in the Game: Mindset + Self-Care
Session Objectives
- To define the mindset of a learner
- To practice the steps to a growth mindset
- To identify campus resources to support a growth mindset
- To discuss methods of Self-Care
Session 6: 10/16
#YellowJacketLife: The Buzz on Getting Involved
Session Objectives
- To discuss various co- and extra-curriculars available at City Tech
- To discuss involvement in college-affiliated activities
- To discuss the elements of good communication in an academic environment
- To prepare an action plan for the start of the semester
Session 7: 10/23
Coming to Terms with College Vocabulary
Session Objectives
- To develop awareness of vocabulary unique to college life
- To identify various resources found on the college website
Session 8: 10/30
#aMAJORdecision
Session Objectives
- To read and differentiate the various sections of a degree audit
- To develop questions about the student’s course of study by major
- To complete 2 years of a My Degree Plan
Session 9: 11/6
Liaison-Led Discovery Project
Session Objectives
- To develop awareness of the degree requirements and expectations for your field of study
- To gather information about the career opportunities and expectations associated with your field of study
- To explore the subject matter and key concepts within your field of study
- To learn about important figures within and/or history of your field of study
- To practice working in peer groups to complete assignments
- To identify resources at the college and/or on the college’s website
- To engage with the resources available at the college and/or on the college’s website
- To develop familiarity with the campus and its available resources
- To practice interacting with campus officials to gather information and find answers.
Session 10: 11/13
Wildcard Day
Session Objectives
- To reflect on our learning in CT101
- To identify the connection between short-term and long-term goals
- To set goals for the remainder of the semester and for the semester ahead