The Time is Right

Time for a change? It’s that time of year when you get ready for the seasonal shifts in your life. One of the most powerful changes you can make is to begin or complete your degree. There is no better time like the present. Don’t let other factors hinder your progress. You can take your time and try a course or two each semester, or attend summer classes. The staff at UC is here to help you every step of the way, from registration to graduation. Questions? Just pick up the phone and contact our advising office at 315-443-3261. No commitments until you are ready. Visit uc.syr.edu.

SUMMER is YOUR Time to Shine

Summer is a great time to start your reentry into the academic world. SU offers four summer sessions of varying lengths—you can complete a 3-credit course in as little as two weeks!

Visit summer.syr.edu and learn about the options and opportunities summer can bring. Summer registration is underway, so don’t delay!

Summer 2012 sessions:
MAYmester......May 14-25
Session I......May 21-June 29
Session II......July 2-August 10
Combined Session......May 21-August 10

Are you a Military Veteran?

Are you a current or recent member of the U.S. military? SU is a great place to use your G.I. Bill benefits. University College is home to the Veterans Resource Center, where veterans can find all the services and support they need to take courses, earn a degree, and make use of the benefits they’ve earned. Visit salute.syr.edu and learn more!

Financial Aid Briefs

SUMMER—Interested in taking summer classes? Be sure that you file your 2011-2012 FASFA form by the federal deadline of June 30, 2012. If not, you will not be able to use federal aid to pay for your summer courses. For more information, visit our web site: www.uc.syr.edu/financialaid.

SCHOLARSHIPS— Interested in applying for a scholarship from UC? You can qualify after you become a matriculated student. You’ll need to accumulate 12 Syracuse University credit hours through University College, and establish a solid grade point average.

TEDCenter Addresses Economic Development Needs in CNY

In a tough economy, there are usually too many workers for too few available jobs. But in fields like engineering, information technologies, and medical care, the opposite may be true: there is often a shortage of qualified workers for open positions. The newly-formed TEDCenter at University College hopes to turn this around in Central New York. “We have long heard employers say they are unable to find employees with the skills the business needs to be competitive,” says Karen DeJarnette, who was recently named director of the Talent and Education Development Center (TEDCenter), housed at UC. “University College’s investment in the TEDCenter will help to close that gap.”

The TEDCenter, formerly the WorkKeys Center, will provide programming to support the workforce needs of businesses, as well as career development opportunities for Central New Yorkers. By working with employers and regional development organizations, the TEDCenter will identify the organizations’ critical business requirements. It will then create customized and onsite programs to align company needs with worker skillsets. The TEDCenter plans to provide both credit and noncredit programs and certifications.

Years of experience have given DeJarnette a broad perspective on the workforce dynamics of the Central New York market. Her previous positions include director of Workforce Development for Empire State Development, and vice president of training and corporate development for Manufacturers Association of Central New York. She has also worked for Carrier Corporation and as an adjunct professor at SU’s School of Information Studies.

DeJarnette earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Illinois and master’s degrees in business administration and information management from Syracuse University. She is assisted by Andrea German-Willis, associate director at the TEDCenter.

Learn more about the TEDCenter at uc.syr.edu/TEDCenter.

Upcoming Public Events

Spread the word! UC will have an information table at the following events:

Saturday, May 12: Marine Family Day,
10 a.m.-2 p.m., 1099 E. Molloy Rd., Mattydale, NY

Thursday, May 17: Career Ladder Program, TBA, 725 Harrison St.

Thursday, June 7: Cayuga Community Health Network’s Mind, Body & Spirit Luncheon, Noon-1:30 p.m., Auburn Holiday Inn, Auburn, NY

Saturday, June 16: Juneteenth Celebration, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Clinton Square

Saturday, June 16: St. Lawrence County Military Appreciation Day & Career Fair,
9 a.m.-3 p.m., Clarkson University Cheel Campus Center & Arena, 8 Clarkson Ave., Potsdam, NY

Call us at 315-443-9378 for more information.

Information Sessions

Learn more about part-time study at SU! Attend an information session at University College, 700 University Avenue. Reserve your spot today!

Tuesday , May 1, 5:30 p.m.

Monday, May 7, 5:30 p.m.

Thursday, June 7, 5:30 p.m.

Friday, June 22, noon