Student Distance Learning: Information and Services

The web page to refer to for the most up-to-date information about the operations, programs, and online offerings of the Office of Accessibility is: https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/student-affairs/accessibility/.

The e-mail address to have questions answered and to arrange for academic advisement calls is accessibility@bmcc.cuny.edu.

The phone number to call to reach the office is: (212) 220-8180

The Office of Accessibility is currently using the following forms of technology to stay connected remotely:

• E-mail

• Group Text Messages

• Zoom

Students can receive assistance that address barriers affecting their abilities to succeed in college. The Advocacy and Resource Center offers services that include food assistance, finance consultation, health insurance and other services that may address challenges students experience. All of the services that are offered at the Center are FREE! For more information, see the ARC web page.

Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) has a limited number of devices available to lend to students who do not have a personal device at home. You must be a currently enrolled fall 2021 BMCC student to be eligible. You can borrow an iPad or Chromebook, while supplies last. If your professor indicated you need a special device, please let the staff know that when you arrive on campus. You can borrow one device. We also have a limited number of internet hotspots for students who do not have access to reliable internet at home.

Devices can be picked up on Mondays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 199 Chambers Street. Make a left when you enter the building. Do not go through the turnstiles.

Please bring a photo ID and wear a mask. Devices will not be distributed on holidays.

Please email help@bmcc-cuny.libanswers.com with general questions. After you receive your device, you can email servicedesk@bmcc.cuny.edu with technology questions. We hope this device brings you academic success.

All In-Person Tutoring is now online. Visit the Virtual Learning Center at BMCC to learn more.

Please use your BMCC student email and password to schedule an appointment with a tutor at bmcc.upswing.io. Here are some how-to videos to get you started:

• BMCC Upswing Video

• How to use Upswing tutoring as a student

• How to use Upswing as a tutor

• How To use Upswing’s Virtual Learning Center

The web page to refer to for the most up-to-date information about the operations, programs, and online offerings of the Academic Advisement & Transfer Center is: www.bmcc.cuny.edu/advisement.

The e-mail address to have questions answered and to arrange for academic advisement calls is advisementandtransfer@bmcc.cuny.edu.

The AATC is currently using the following forms of technology to stay connected remotely:

• E-mail

• Facetime

• Google Hangout/Meet

• Microsoft Teams

• Skype

• Zoom

The Academic Calendar has been updated in response to the COVID19 pandemic. You can find the most up-to-date academic calendar here: https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/academics/academic-calendar/

The web page to refer to for the most up-to-date information about the operations, programs, and online offerings of the Library is: https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/library/ OR https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/library/blog/2020-03/were-here-to-support-you-in-person-and-online/

The e-mail address to have questions answered is: help@bmcc-cuny.libanswers.com.

The phone number to call and leave a message is: 212-220-1499. (Students are encouraged to go to the website and use the Live Chat feature for immediate responses.)

The Library is currently using the following forms of technology to stay connected remotely:

• Blackboard Collaborate

• E-mail

• LibAnswers

• LibChat

• Zoom

During the closure of the BMCC fitness center until further notice, we remain dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle for members of the BMCC community.

Until we reopen, the BMCC Athletics department will be sharing a series of workout videos that do not require any weights or exercise machines. These in-home workout videos often feature beginner and advanced versions of the workout, and you are encouraged to follow along at your own pace.

Check out the in-home workouts by clicking here (this one is weight lifting) or here (for yoga).

Online Workshops

• Microsoft Suite Workshops

Virtual Walk-in Hours (Monday through Friday, 2PM - 4PM)

• https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/student-affairs/career/virtual-walk-in-career-advisement/

Center for Career Development Virtual Front Desk - Live!

· Students can stop by our front desk by clicking on the following link, https://bit.ly/ccdfrontdesk.

· Available Monday - Friday from 10AM - 12PM and 1PM - 4PM

· Also available via email at career@bmcc.cuny.edu.

Virtual Career Advising

We are offering remote career advising appointments for students through video chat, email, and phone, as well as virtual video “walk-in” appointments from 2-4pm weekdays. Our Career Advisors can help you clarify your goals and explore your options using career assessments, and help you succeed in your job search by working with you on your resumes, cover letters, and by preparing you for interviews through practice (“mock”) interviews.

To schedule a conversation with a career advisor, log-in to our online system Career Express and use the “Counseling” scheduling link, or simply email us at career@bmcc.cuny.edu for assistance.

Employment Opportunities

Students can search for and apply to hundreds of job and internship opportunities on Career Express, simply log-in and start browsing through the jobs tab. Career Center staff will be available to walk you through the Career Express system if you need tips and assistance. Looking for more opportunities? Speak with a Career Advisor to help craft your own tailored search plan and access even more jobs.

Workshops and Presentations

Our core workshops will also be available to join in webinar format via the Zoom platform starting the week of 3/23, with topics related to Job Searching, Resumes, Interviewing, Networking and other important career related topics. You can see our full calendar or RSVP for our on-line sessions through Career Express, and check our website for additional information and resources.

Unemployment Information (posted 4/1/2020)

City and State officials have released information on additional unemployment resources as a result of the CARE Act that was passed on 3/27/20. Specifically there are new and additional unemployment benefits called Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) that is available to those who are not typically eligible for unemployment insurance including self-employed/1099 workers, part time workers, and those who were not working for an extended period of time. Impacted students can apply by phone or online. We encourage all campuses to share this information with all students broadly via digital, faculty, student affairs and general college communications. More information can be found at: https://labor.ny.gov/ui/pdfs/pandemic-unemployment-assistance.pdf and https://www.labor.ny.gov/ui/cares-act.shtm.

BMCC Counseling Center is committed to continuing to support all students with their personal and academic counseling needs.

All services are in the process of being moved online or accessible remotely. The means in which we will provide ongoing services will depend on the individual needs of the student and be decided through a series of conversations with the student’s counselor. The services can be provided via phone, video conferencing or email. We are aware that not all students have access to a computer, reliable internet or a private space. We are therefore trying to be creative so we can be a support to all BMCC students.

The details of our services are still being discussed and may change, so we ask students to continue checking their BMCC email and the website for any updates.

Please email the Counseling Center at counselingcenter@bmcc.cuny.edu with any questions. A counselor will respond to you within 24 hours during open business hours. If a student knows who their counselor is, they can also email their counselor directly for information and to schedule a time to speak.

NYC Well (a confidential 24/7 helpline)

An infectious illness outbreak such as this one can be stressful to you, your loved ones, and your friends. It is natural to feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, and afraid, or to experience other symptoms of distress, such as trouble sleeping. To reduce your stress and to manage the situation more resiliently, try to remain positive, remind yourself of your strengths, connect with friends and loved ones and use healthy coping skills. NYC Well's website offers a number of well-being and emotional support applications (apps) that can help you cope.

If your symptoms of stress become overwhelming, reach out for support and help. You can contact NYC Well, a confidential 24/7 helpline, staffed by trained counselors. They can provide brief counseling and referrals to care in over 200 languages.

• Call 888-NYC-WELL (888-692-9355)

• Text "WELL" to 65173

• Chat at NYC.gov/nycwell

The web page to refer to for the most up-to-date information about the operations, programs, and online offerings of the Early Childhood Center is: https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/student-affairs/ecc/

The e-mail address to have questions answered is: cscottcroff@bmcc.cuny.edu.

The phone number to call is: 212-220-8250.

The Early Childhood Center is currently using the following forms of technology to stay connected remotely:

• E-mail

• Facebook

• Instagram

• Zoom

The web page to refer to for the most up-to-date information about the operations, programs, and online offerings of the Veteran's Resource Center is: https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/student-affairs/veterans-resource-center/.

The e-mail address to have questions answered is: wcotto@bmcc.cuny.edu.

The phone number to call and leave a message is: 212-220-8035.

Seeking the contact information for a specific member of the Veteran's Support Team ? Find it here:

Wilfred Cotto, Veterans Resource Center (VRC), Manager - wcotto@bmcc.cuny.edu

Ligdamy Pena, VRC College Assistant - lpena@bmcc.cuny.edu

Jana Keith-Jennings, VRC College Assistant - jkeithjennings@bmcc.cuny.edu

Lara Morrison, PROVE Social Work Intern - Lara.morrison03@myhunter.cuny.edu

Luke Arsenault, PROVE Social Work Intern - Luke.arsenault12@myhunter.cuny.edu

William Simpson, School Certifying Officer (Registrar’s Office) - wsimpson@bmcc.cuny.edu

Eric Glaude, Counselor, Veterans Services - eglaude@bmcc.cuny.edu

Marie Morgan, Bursar’s Office - mmorgan@bmcc.cuny.edu

Ida Alaouie, Academic Advising Center - Ialaouie@bmcc.cuny.edu

The VRC is currently using the following forms of technology to stay connected remotely:

• E-mail

• Telephone

• Zoom

The web page to refer to for the most up-to-date information about the operations, programs, and online offerings of the Women's Resource Center is: https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/student-affairs/womens-resource-center/.

Check out the May 2020 Newsletter!

The e-mail address to have questions answered is: wrc@bmcc.cuny.edu.

Here are the phone numbers of the WRC Staff to reach them directly:

WRC Main Line: 212-220-8165

Tammie's Line: 212-220-8166

Victoria's Line: 212-776-7102

Girls Talk Weekly Dialogue Group: Every Thursday from 5-6 p.m.: Join us via Zoom

The WRC is currently using the following forms of technology to stay connected remotely:

• E-mail

• Google Meet/Classroom

• Telephone

• Zoom