Transfer Buddy

Returning transfer students have volunteered to serve as a buddy to new transfer students.  You will receive a buddy, and contact information will be shared between the two of you.  Your Transfer Buddy makes the initial contact, and the amount of correspondence can be as frequent as you’d like.  Transfer Buddies are available to respond to questions or concerns, perhaps inviting you to events that they may be attending, or to answer a quick question about the best place to eat on campus.  The relationship depends on what you need and there are no assigned meetings.

Welcome Spring 2012 Transfers!

Welcome to SUNY Cortland!  Did you know that you are joining over 650 transfer students that started this past fall and together make up over 40% of all incoming students?!  We're excited to have you! 

Make sure to attend Transfer Express, events created especially for you to help with your transition to the College.  Check out the schedule of programs below and don't miss out!

Monday, Jan. 16, 5 - 6pm	New Transfer Welcome Party
Raquette Pizza                      Corey Union	FREE pizza party and the chance to chat with other new transfers.  Now is the time to get all of your questions answered about your CAPP, credits, and myRedDragon.  Start the semester off right
Tuesday, Jan. 17	Transfer Transition Seminar
Check-in 8am                        Corey Union	Last Call! New Transfer Orientation for those of you who haven't already attended.
Tuesday, Jan. 17, 3pm	Class Finding Tours
Depart from Old Main 1st floor lobby	Bring your class schedule and take a guided tour of the academic buildings around campus.  Learn where to go before the first day!
Tuesdays, 2-4pm	Transfer Tuesdays
Advisement and Transition Office, Memorial Library Room A-111	Transfer walk-in hours at the Advisement and Transition office.  Do you have a quick question?  Just ask to see Emily!
Tuesday, Mar. 20, 4:30pm	CAPP Review and Registration Refresher
Sperry 103 - Computer Lab	Do you have questions about developing your fall schedule?  Do you need assistance with registration?  Are you confused about how to read your CAPP?  This is the time to have all of your questions answered!

Finals Already?!

• All classes end on Friday, December 9.
• Study days will be on Saturday, December 10 and Sunday, December 11.
• The Final Exam Period is Monday, December 12 through Friday, December 16.

Click Here to access the Finals Schedule
**Students should also consult their syllabus or class calendar for exam times, locations and formats.

Don't forget to attend the Midnight breakfast!  Take a study break!  A $1.00 donation is collected at the door.

What: Midnight Breakfast
Where: Neubig

When: Friday, Decebmer 9

Time: Midnight

Transfer Buddy Feedback

Please take a minute to fill out the Transfer Buddy Survey.  You will also be receiving an email prompting you to give us your feedback.  Make sure to only take the survey once.  It's quick and easy and your responses will be used to enhance the program to make it better for future transfer students.

<a target="_blank" href="http://survey.cortland.edu/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=9l0H97l">  Survey </a>

Thanks!

Happy Thanksgiving!

When you return from break the rest of the semester is going to fly by!  Be prepared for final exams, papers, and final projects. 

Here are a few time management tips:

1. Set Goals: Determine exactly what you want to accomplish.
2. Prioritize: Once you know what needs to be accomplished, you must prioritize your tasks. This means figuring out which tasks are most important and which ones can be put on hold.
3. Organize: Being organized will help you achieve your goals in a timely manner. You need to organize your tasks so you will know what needs to be accomplished and when they need to be accomplished. Create a weekly calendar that includes your schedule for classes, study time, social events, club meetings, exercise time, and any other time necessary to achieve your goals.
4. Avoid Procrastination: Procrastination is the main downfall of achieving time management skills. If you plan on doing an activity, stick to your schedule; don't put it off until tomorrow.
5. Know When You're Most Productive: Everyone has a time period during the day when they are most productive. Maybe you get more tasks accomplished in the morning than the evening or vice versa. Use the times when you have the most energy to accomplish the tasks that are more demanding, such as schoolwork.

Have a great Thanksgiving break! 

Are You Experiencing Registration Errors?

Errors can occur when trying to make your course schedule and can keep you from successfully registering for classes.  Make sure to be aware of the different registration error codes that you might see.

Possible Error Codes:

• Holds: Make sure that there are no holds on your account prior to registration
• Section Numbers: 
• 500's courses require SPECIAL PERMISSION (see the department chair or program coordinator)
• 600's courses for designated majors only
• 700's courses for non-majors only
• 800's courses for First Year Programs, Learning Communities and other Special Populations
• Credit Hours: You can register for a maximum of 18 credit hours.  Additional permission from you associate dean is required for anything above 18 credits.

Important Dates and Deadlines

Non-Traditional Student Week
Monday, November 7 - Friday, November 11

Cortaca Jug
Saturday, November 12 (Game played at Ithaca College)

Last day to withdraw from a semester course
Tuesday, November 15

Thanksgiving break
Wednesday, November 23-Sunday, November 27

Last day for in-class exams
Friday, December 2

All classes end
Friday, December 9

Study Days
Saturday, December 10 and Sunday, December 11

Final Exams
Monday, December 12 – Friday, December 16