CSS Parent Family Presentation

WELCOME TO CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS MICHELLE RELYEA, VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

WHAT IS STUDENT SUCCESS AT THE NEW SCHOOL?

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A partnership with your student to help them achieve their academic and professional goals from today forward to graduation and beyond.

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For each individual student, success will be measured differently, yet however they determine success, we are here to support their endeavors.

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ACADEMIC ADVISING EXPERIENCE CAREERS

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CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS, ACADEMIC ADVISING ANTOINETTE CURL, SENIOR DIRECTOR OF ACADEMIC ADVISING

WHAT IS ACADEMIC ADVISING? •

SETTING & ACHIEVING ACADEMIC GOALS: identifying obstacles and working to overcome them

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COURSE SELECTION: courses that meet degree requirements, explore interests, build skills for future careers

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MAJOR SELECTION: finding the program that’s the best fit, connecting classroom learning to career interests

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REFERRALS TO CAMPUS RESOURCES: getting to the people and places best equipped to help and solve the problem

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IDENTIFYING CO-CURRICUALR OPPORTUNITES: student organizations, leadership opportunities, special programs, study abroad, internships

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GETTING THE MOST OUT OF THE NEW SCHOOL EXPERIENCE: challenging students to explore new topics and expand their interests 6

WE’RE HERE TO HELP

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WHO ARE ADVISORS? •

ACADEMIC ADVISORS: every student is assigned one, professional staff dedicated to helping students succeed

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FACULTY ADVISORS: at Lang this is the student’s First-Year Advising Seminar instructor, later Faculty Advisors are assigned based on major or concentration

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PEER ADVISORS, SEMINAR FELLOWS, PEER AMBASSADORS: experienced fellow students who help guide new students through the transition to The New School

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SUPPORT ON THE ROAD TO SUCCESS • • • • • • • • •

ACADEMIC ADVISING: when you’re not sure where to go, your

advisor can refer you to the appropriate office EXPERIENCE: internships CAREERS: career opportunities, full-time employment STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES: medical services, counseling, wellness & health promotion DISABILITY SERVICES: accommodations, assistive technology STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES: scholarships, loans, grants UNIVERSITY LEARNING CENTER: writing development, ESL services, math support, tutoring INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES: visas, travel/work authorization INTERCULTURAL SUPPORT: individual counseling services, events and workshops to promote intercultural awareness 9

ESSENTIALS FOR STAYING ON TRACK • • •

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MYNEWSCHOOL ACCOUNT: student schedule, grades, tuition

bill, and links to New School email account, software and hardware discounts, and upcoming campus activities STUDENT SUCCESS NETWORK (STARFISH): connect to university resources, make appointments with advisors, faculty, and tutors ACADEMIC CATALOG: courses required for degrees, sample semester-by-semester plans, academic policies including attendance, absences for religious observance, grade requirements, and academic integrity UNIVERSITY COURSE CATALOG: descriptions of courses offered and links to the days and times classes are offered DEGREE WORKS: degree audit tool to help students track their progress toward graduation; available through MyNewSchool

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PARTNERS IN STUDENT SUCCESS •

UNDERSTAND FERPA: federal law that protects the privacy of student records

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ASK THEM ABOUT CLASSES: if it sounds like they are having difficulties or concerns, suggest that they talk to their academic advisors

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REMIND THEM ABOUT CAMPUS RESOURCES: ask them if they’ve checked their New School email, MyNewSchool, or the website for answers to their questions

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HELP THEM LEARN TO ADVOCATE FOR THEMSELVES: teach them the best ways to solicit information, make requests, and follow-up

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BE A SUPPORTIVE AUDIENCE: sometimes, we all just need to talk to someone who knows us and loves us 11

CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS, EXPERIENCE VICTORIA BROWN, INTERNSHIP COORDINATOR

EXPERIENCE We’re here

To encourage and enable the academic and professional development of students.

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EXPERIENCE What we do…

– Outreach – Connect – Guide – Support

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EXPERIENCE

Why are internships important?

According to a survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), nearly 50% of employers would like to see an internship on a student’s resume.

An internship gives a student an opportunity to “audition” a job. It gives students the chance to ask themselves, ”Do I see myself working in this industry?”

The experience of obtaining the internship itself is part of the value of the experience.

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EXPERIENCE

How do students obtain internships ?

Register on SuccessLink: To search internship opportunities To apply for internships Register for internship workshops To make an appointment with a Career Success Advisor to review cover letters, resumes and practice interviewing skills

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EXPERIENCE Internship Opportunities

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EXPERIENCE Contact us!

Email: Experience@newschool.edu Call: 212.229.1324 Visit: 63 5th Avenue, Rm 419

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EXPERIENCE Upcoming Events

Internship How-To Workshops Dates September 2nd, 3rd and 4th

Time 3-4pm

Location Theresa Lang Auditorium, 66 West 12th Street Email: Experience@newschool.edu

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CENTER FOR STUDENT SUCCESS, CAREERS KELLY AHN, DIRECTOR OF CAREERS

WHAT IS CAREER DEVELOPMENT?

HOW CAN THE CAREER SUCCESS TEAM HELP?

IDENTIFYING INTERESTS, PASSIONS, & STRENGTHS

Career Assessments (MBTI & Strong Interest Inventory)

EXPLORING CAREER PATHS

Career Coaching

SETTING STRATEGIC CAREER GOALS

Action Planning

UNDERSTANDING THE FIELD

Job Shadowing & Mentoring

GAINING HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE

Internship, Volunteer, & Study Abroad

SEARCHING FOR JOBS & INTERNSHIPS

Career SuccessLink Job Board & Career Fairs

PREPARING FOR JOB APPLICATIONS

Resume & Cover Letter Writing, Portfolio Reviews, Interview Skills Practice, & Networking 21

WHO IS THE CAREER TEAM? CAREER SUCCESS ADVISORS: • John Cardillo: Parsons • Joe Palladino: Parsons • Lisa O’Connor, Associate Director: Parsons & Eugene Lange • Ar Adler: Mannes, Jazz, Drama, Parsons (BAFA), NSPE (BA/BS/BFA) • Allison Pirpich: NSPE (Master’s) & Parsons (Master’s) • Career Success Advisor: Parsons • Graduate Career Success Advisor: NSSR (Master’s & PhDs) TECHNICAL & ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF • James McKain EMPLOYER RELATIONS • Associate Director • Employer Relations Coordinator PEER SUCCESS ADVISORS & PEER GRADUATE FELLOW 22

HOW STUDENTS CAN BECOME CAREER READY… • EXPLORE YOUR CAREER INTERESTS • COMMUNICATE YOUR SKILLS & STRENGTHS • BRAND & MARKET YOURSELF • NETWORK

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SUPPORT YOUR STUDENT’S CAREER SUCCESS FRESHMAN

SOPHOMORE

• Suggest a career counseling • Encourage exploration of interests appointment • Empower development of knowledge • Direct towards informational • Support career-related passions interviews • Steer towards job shadowing & mentoring JUNIOR

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• Encourage hands-on experience – internships, volunteering, study abroad • Suggest a resume & cover letter review

• Support through job searching process • Encourage a mock interview appointment • Celebrate successes & graduation

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: Special considerations Reference: NACE A Career Planning Course for Parents

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HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE NEW SCHOOL STUDENTS? • • • • •

Post a position or internship Have your company attend a career fair Be a panel speaker Attend a networking event Host a New School student for job shadowing

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UPCOMING EVENTS Career Fairs Fall Career & Internship Fair Civic Engagement & Social Justice Fair Spring Career & Internship Fair Architecture, Interior Design & Urban Planning Fair Career Fashion Week Workshops First Year Career Workshop International Student Career Workshop Senior Career Workshop Resume Rush Networking Events Media Meet Up ‘Unique Careers’ Panel Entrepreneur Panel Start Up Panel

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MEETING PARENT & FAMILY EXPECTATIONS

How many of you expect to connect with your student once a day?

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Based on a recent survey (May 2014) we found: •

41% of New School parents interact with their students at least once a day.

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81% of New School parents interact with their students more than once a week.

New School parent involvement is consistent with national benchmarks.

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How many of you still want to have access to your student’s grades and info?

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Our research found: ABOUT HALF of New School parents have their students’ IDs and passwords.

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How many of you believe that you play a role in your student’s success?

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Our research found: • 69% of New School students share academic progress with parents “often” or “very often”.

• Students that share academic progress most often show higher levels of academic achievement.

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TODAY’S PARENTS ARE MORE INVOLVED, MORE CONNECTED AND HAVE HIGHER EXPECTATIONS MORE THAN EVER

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OUR GOAL:

HELP STUDENTS SUCCEED & MEET PARENT EXPECTATIONS

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OUR PLAN

Parent engagement review April 2014

Measure parent involvement levels Assess parent program effectiveness Identify opportunities for parent engagement 36

Parent program design April 2014

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Manage parent information Create communities that matter Deliver personalized information to parents Encourage balanced parental involvement

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Parent portal pilot April 2014

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Available through: Web browser Smart phone Email newsletter

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THE BENEFITS • Access to personalized campus information • With your student’s permission, insight into student progress and financial details • Regular newsletters on your schedule • Alerts via email and text message • Sharing of updates with friends and family 39

As partners, we can lead your student to success!

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