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Welcome to The Gatehouse — a newsletter for Marist parents and families that highlights resources available to students, provides insight into the Marist experience, and keeps you informed of important deadlines and events.
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Reminders for Residential Students | |
Questions about housing can be directed to the Office of Housing and Residential Life at 845-575-3307 or housing@marist.edu from students' Marist email addresses. | | |
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Spring 2024 Opening Information
Returning Resident Student Move-In Information
Students returning to the same housing assignment from Fall 2023 are eligible to return starting Saturday, January 13 after 9:00 a.m. No request is required.
Resident Student Move-In Information (Study Abroad and Room Change)
- Key distribution will begin on Saturday, January 13 between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. in the Housing Office, located in Rotunda 387. No request is required.
- Key distribution will continue on Sunday, January 14 at your student's residence hall between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
- The final day of key distribution will be Monday, January 15 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Students can visit the Housing & Residential Life section of myMarist to view key distribution locations specific to their residence hall.
The Dining Hall will open for dinner on Monday, January 15, at 4:30 p.m.
Classes begin on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.
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Upcoming Dates and Deadlines | |
Student Activities Calendar | |
Tuesay, January 16
- SPC Belleayre Mountain Ski Trip Ticket Sales | 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday, January 17
- SPC "Wicked" Ticket Sales | 11:00 a.m.
Thursday, January 18
- Student Activtiies (SA) Planner Pop-up | 1:00 p.m.
- SPC Winter Craft and Relax | 9:30 p.m.
Tuesday, January 23
- SPC Belleayre Mountain Ski Trip Ticket Sales | 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Janaury 24
- SGA Club Activties Fair | 12:00 p.m.
More details on events and additional activities can be found here, and by visiting the Student Activtiies Instagram.
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RA Selection
Resident Assistant (RA) applications are opening for positions for the 2024-2025 academic year on January 17. In addition to free room and partial board as remuneration, the RA position will help develop your student's leadership, communication, and organizational skills among many other things.
Furthermore, the position will help set your student's résumé apart from their peers! Students should keep their eyes peeled to the Housing section of myMarist for a link to the RA application Brightspace page.
Applications are due by Wednesday, February 7.
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Keep up with Marist Dining | |
Stay in the loop with the latest dining offerings at Marist by following @Marist_Eats on Instagram to see daily specials, events, and behind-the-scenes glimpses. A schedule of upcoming specials and events for January can be viewed here.
The Dine on Campus site provides detailed menus, nutritional information, and updates on any changes to dining services. Contact information for the Gourmet Dining staff can also be found here.
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Stay in the game and keep up with all Marist College Athletics by visiting goredfoxes.com! The Marist Athletics website is your go-to source for the latest schedule updates, scores, and all the action happening on and off the field. | |
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Bring Your Interview Attire Back to Campus | |
When packing to return to Marist for the spring don't forget to include interview attire to wear to spring career events.
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JPMorgan Chase Information Session
Wednesday, January 24 | 12:00 p.m. | Hancock 1022 | RSVP in Handshake
| Meet with JPMorgan Chase representatives, including some Marist alumni who work at the firm, to learn about the zUniversity Mainframe Program. All students are welcome to attend this event, but the program is for graduating seniors who are interested in technology: Computer Science/Software Development, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Computing, Information Technology, and/or Information Systems. | |
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Save The Date: Spring 2024 VIP Networking Event
Tuesday, January 30 | Attend Session 1 from 3:00-4:00 p.m. -OR- Session 2 from 4:00-5:00 p.m.
For juniors and seniors only.
| Network with Marist College alumni who work at Deloitte, ESPN, Guggenheim Museum, IBM, New York City Health and Hospitals, Vineyard Vines, and other select companies. Bring copies of your résumé. Professional attire is recommended. | |
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2024 Public Service Career Trip to Washington, D.C., during Spring Break
Trip will be from March 11-13
Apply for the trip in Handshake by Friday, February 9 | Spots are limited.
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Students are invited to apply to go on a three-day, two night Public Service Career Trip to Washington, D.C., from March 11-13, 2024 (during Spring Break). On the trip students will connect with Marist College alumni who work in a variety of fields and organizations based in Washington, D.C. They will attend an FBI Experience Tour, a networking event, career panels, and other discussions. There is a possibility that we will visit some national monuments and landmarks in the area.
Important Note: Students who are selected to attend this trip will need to pay a fee of approximately $350 that will cover hotel accommodations for three days/two nights and coach bus transportation between Marist College and Washington, D.C.
The trip is sponsored by the Marist College School of Liberal Arts, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Center for Civic Engagement and Leadership, Center for Career Services, and Office of Alumni Relations.
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Save The Date: Spring 2024 Career and Internship Fair
Wednesday, March 6 | 3:00-6:00 p.m. | McCann Center | Open to students in all class years and majors.
| Network with employers and Marist alumni who work at companies in various career clusters and learn about full-time job openings and internship opportunities. Bring copies of your résumé. Professional attire is recommended. | |
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Drop-In Hours with the Center for Career Services Team
Monday-Thursday | 2:00-3:00 p.m. | Cannavino Library 332
Students can meet with a Center for Career Services team member to learn how to schedule an appointment in Handshake or for a brief résumé review. To meet with a career coach for an extended period of time they can schedule an appointment using their Handshake account.
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Career Coaching Appointments
Career coaches in the Center for Career Services are available for appointments throughout the spring semester to provide assistance with:
• Career Coaching/Advising
• Job Search Strategies
• Employer and Alumni Connections
• Graduate School Advising
• Interview Preparation
• Résumé/Cover Letter reviews
• and more!
Students can schedule their appointments using Handshake. Students should email the Center for Career Services at career.services@marist.edu if they have questions.
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Career Closet
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Cannavino Library 332
The Marist College Center for Career Services and Academic Learning Center have set up a Career Closet for all Marist students. Students can stop by to get FREE workplace attire including blazers, shirts, pants, skirts, dresses, and more clothing in various sizes.
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Indoor Intramurals
kick-off
Students interested in participating in indoor Intramural Sport leagues should visit imleagues.com/marist to register their team or join a league as a free agent.
Futsol | Turf Room
- Monday & Wednesdays starting at 9:00 p.m.
Volleyball | Rec Gym
- Monday & Wednesdays starting at 9:00 p.m.
Basketball | McCann Arena
- Tuesday & Thursdays starting at 9:00pm
Badminton | Rec Gym
- Tuesdays starting at 9:00 p.m.
Wiffleball | Rec Gym
- Thursdays starting at 9:00 p.m.
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Marist Club Hockey Recognizes President Weinman
Marist Club Hockey recognizes President Weinman with a customized jersey and a ceremonial puck drop before their 6-4 win over Eastern Connecticut State University on December 1.
Come support Club Hockey at the McCan Ice Arena, as they make their push to be ranked as a top 14 team to qualify for Regionals.
Friday, January 19 at 8:00 p.m. vs Central Connecticut State University
Friday, January 26 at 8:00 p.m. vs Siena
Saturday, January 27 at 4:15 p.m. vs Roger Williams University
Saturday, February 3 at 4:15 p.m vs Rider University
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Fitness Classes begin January 21
Students can visit imleagues.com/marist to sign up for fitness classes one week before the class. New additions include:
Pilates | Large Multi Room
Pilates | Small Multi Room
- Varying Sundays at 11:00 a.m
Vinyasa Yoga | McCormick Dance Studio
Yin Nidra Yoga | McCormick Dance Studio
Vinyasa Yin Yoga | McCormick Dance Studio
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Follow @maristrec on Instagram for schedules, scores, and updates regarding all of our 19 club sports.
To register for intramurals and for more information visit imleagues.com/marist. Students with questions should contact Stephen D’Alessandro, via email at Stephen.Dalessandro@marist.edu or phone 845-575-3000, ext. 2355.
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Spring 2024 Academic Calendar
View all of the important dates and deadlines of the Spring 2024 semester here.
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Math Lab
The Math Lab is a peer help/tutoring center staffed entirely by student tutors, located in Hancock Center Room 3021.
Students may drop in without an appointment to seek assistance with certain mathematics courses.
The Math Lab staff can provide assistance with the following courses:
- MATH 108 Intermediate Algebra
- MATH 115 Calculus with Management Applications
- MATH 120 Precalculus
- MATH 241 Calculus I
- MATH 242 Calculus II
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Writing Center
The Marist Writing Center is another resource that offers free, one-on-one tutoring sessions to anyone in the Marist College community. They work with writers at any stage of the writing process and can help whether you are on your first or final draft.
Students can visit the site to learn more and schedule appointments.
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Academic Learning Center
The Academic Learning Center hosts a variety of programs to assist students, all at no additional cost:
Academic Review and Drop-In Sessions:
- The Academic Learning Center sponsors review and drop-in sessions in various subjects for students in need of help.
- Available in fall and spring semesters.
Private Tutoring:
- The Academic Learning Center trains and assigns peer tutors for students in need of individualized help.
- Available in fall, spring, winter, and summer semesters.
Proofreading:
- The goal of the proofreading program is to provide free proofreading services to the Marist community. Trained writing tutors will review student papers during staffed proofreading hours in the Academic Learning Center or online.
Drop-In Proofreading:
- A trained proofreader will be ready and waiting to proofread a student's paper for grammar and clarity. Students are served on a first-come, first-served basis.
- An appointment is needed for papers that are 10 or more pages in length. Please contact the Academic Learning Center directly to make an appointment.
- Hours:
- Monday - Friday |11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | The Academic Learning Center (LB 331)
- Monday - Thursday | 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. | 3rd Floor Library Resource Center
- Available in fall and spring semesters.
On-Line Proofreading:
- Students should visit Brightspace.marist.edu and log in using their Marist account and password.
- Available in fall, spring, winter, and summer semesters.
Academic Learning Center Brightspace Site:
- For quick tips on time-management, study skills, citations, writing & notetaking, etc., students can join this site through their Brightspace Membership tab.
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Counseling Services
Counseling Services is located in the heart of campus on the first floor of Midrise. Dedicated to campus wellness, they provide:
- Short-term, goal-focused, biweekly counseling
- Referrals to weekly, long-term and specialized options off campus or close to home
- Weekly groups and workshops
- Education and Trainings
- Medication Evaluation and Management
- Crisis Response
Counseling Services hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., and can be contacted at 845-575-3314 or counseling.services@marist.edu.
More info can be found via our FAQ Page.
The Marist Community (Students, Alumni, Family, Faculty & Staff) are welcome to use our personalized search engine, Marist.thrivingcampus.com, to find providers for themselves.
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