6/6/2022 Academic Affairs Weekly Student Update
Hello Cambridge College Students:
Welcome to the Summer term for regular CC classes! For most of you, classes are starting this week. If you have not yet done so, be sure to log into your course portals to review your course syllabi and locate any course texts. If your class is running via Zoom, be sure that you have the Zoom link. If you cannot find any of these items, don’t hesitate to reach out to your instructor.
Canvas
Did you know that Cambridge College is using a new learning management system, called Canvas? It was chosen because it is easy to use, mobile-friendly, and collaborative. While you will still use MyCC to register for courses, Canvas will be your online classroom, where you will find your syllabus, course information, lectures, reading assignments, etc. Canvas is also where you will communicate with your instructor and classmates. If you’d like to learn more about Canvas, you can access a video providing an overview here >>.
Grammarly
Cambridge College is committed to student success, so we are continuing to make Grammarly Premium available to all students! All registered CC students should have received an email with a link to set up your Grammarly Premium account 30 days before the start of your classes. If you did not receive the invitation, email tracy.mclaughlin@cambridgecollege.edu.
To read our Grammarly announcement and directions, click here>>.
To access Grammarly support videos, click here>>.
Introduction to the Cambridge College Online Library,
Tuesday, June 7, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (ET) via Zoom. Click here to register >>
Cambridge College Librarian Jeff Cronin will provide an overview of the new Cambridge College Online Library and how it can help you. We will briefly introduce our library resources and services, including reference 24/7 and APA guides for citing sources. There will also be an opportunity for questions. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you need any additional information, please contact Jeff Cronin at Jeffrey.Cronin@cambridgecollege.edu.
Job Search Effectiveness
Wednesday, June 8, 12:00-1:00 p.m. (ET) via Zoom. Click here to register >>
This workshop will introduce students to job search resources and strategies that will help them be effective in a competitive job market. Students will learn about traditional and non-traditional job searches and so much more! We can help you kick start your job search, talk to you about networking, or address any other job search related questions you might have. Even if you are not looking for a job right now, all students are encouraged to attend in order to learn how to prepare for the future. This is a workshop you will not want to
miss! For more information contact Irina Galatskaya at irina.galatskaya@cambridgecollege.edu.
Community Time
Wednesday, June 8, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. (ET) via Zoom. Click here to register >>
'Community Time' is a monthly event and an opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to spend an hour together to share their experiences and build a stronger CC community. Each 'Community Time' event will have a topic for discussion and provide an opportunity to share your story, as well as connect with peers and colleagues in a safe space. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about how to join the meeting. If you have questions about the event or need accommodations to participate in this event, please contact Vera Dimoplon at vera.dimoplon@cambridgecollege.edu.
English Conversation Group
Our English Conversation Group is designed to help English language learners practice conversational skills in a safe and structured environment. English Conversation Groups meet virtually via Zoom every Monday and Thursday (except federal holidays). There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.
- Every Monday, 5:00-6:00 p.m. (ET) via Zoom. English Conversation Group with Santia Lindor. If you are interested, please register here>>.
- Every Thursday, 5:00-6:00 p.m. (ET) via Zoom. English Conversation Group with Charlie DiSilva. If you are interested, please register here>>.
For those of you graduating, we look forward to seeing you at Commencement this coming Sunday to celebrate your accomplishments. To everyone else, we wish you good luck with your coursework this term! Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
Tracy McLaughlin and your Student Success Team
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Tracy McLaughlin, Ph.D.
Associate Provost
Cambridge College
tracy.mclaughlin@cambridgecollege.edu
Cambridge College is committed to ensuring that its events, services, and facilities are accessible to persons with disabilities, under requirements from the ADA of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. If you need accommodations to help you access our events, services, or facilities, please contact the Office of Disability Support at vera.dimoplon@cambridgecollege.edu or 617-873-0614.