2/6/2023 Academic Affairs Weekly Student Update
Hello Cambridge College Students,
We hope you are doing well and settling into the spring term. Now that the semester is underway (and before you get really busy), we encourage you to familiarize yourself with all the support services the College offers. We list some of our services below, and you can click here to access our resource pages>>.
Have you met Leah Barcan, Cambridge College’s Learning Specialist?
Leah has extensive experience working with students with a wide array of learning challenges, including AD/HD, autism, dyslexia, limited vision or hearing, and difficulty with executive functioning. She can help students set academic goals, use effective learning strategies, and create concrete plans for completing work and goals. Given her background in literacy, she often works with students on their reading and writing skills. You can email Leah at leah.barcan@cambridgecollege.edu. If you would like to make an appointment with Leah, you can do so by logging into Starfish and clicking on ‘Academic Success Center’ on your home screen. For more detailed instructions, please see the information on the Tutorials Page on MyCC , or click here>>.
Opportunity for Affordable Connectivity
Some of you may be interested in this opportunity for low-cost internet service through the Affordable Connectivity Program, which helps low-income households pay for broadband service and internet-connected devices. If your household is eligible, you can receive:
- Up to a $30/month discount on your internet service
- Up to a $75/month discount if your household is on qualifying Tribal lands
- A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer (with a co-payment of more than $10 but less than $50)
For more information, visit https://acpbenefit.org/.
Laptop Loan Program
Laptop computers are essential for student success. If you do not have a dedicated computer, we encourage you to obtain a loaner laptop. For more information or to request a laptop, contact Tracy McLaughlin, Associate Provost, at tracy.mclaughlin@cambridgecollege.edu.
Please come join us for one of our workshops this week!
Introduction to the Cambridge College Online Library
Tuesday, February 7, 7:00-8:00 p.m. (ET) via Zoom. Click here to register >>
CC Librarian Jeff Cronin will be offering a webinar on the 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.
Effective Notetaking
Wednesday, February 8, 5:00-6:00 p.m. (ET) via Zoom. Click here to join >>
Taking notes in your classes and during reading and research is one of the great tools for success in college and graduate school. It’s also not always easy or intuitive. During this workshop, Cambridge College Learning Specialist Leah Barcan will present useful strategies and resources, answer questions, and let you know how you can get more support from CELT should you want it.
Google Calendar and Scheduling Tools
Thursday, February 9, 10:30-11:30 a.m. (ET) via Zoom. Click here to register >>
Come learn how to use the many Google apps that you have access to with your Gmail account. Do you use your Google calendar as a time management tool? Are your assignments well organized in your Google Drive so that they are easy to find? Do you know what Google Keep is and how helpful it can be? This workshop will be fun and will focus on how to use these tools to help you organize your schoolwork and your life!
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>>.
Good luck with your coursework this term! Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. Remember that Cambridge College has many resources available to help you succeed.
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.