Morning Workshops:
General Workshops: 8:30am-9:30am
Building Academic Success
Mon in Westside Campus-O’Neill
Center Conf. Room; Tues, Wed, Thurs in Midtown Student Center 202A
Ms. Lisa Temkin Carrozza, Asst. Director of Career Development Center;
Ms. Lisa Peck, Asst. Director, Academic Advisement Center
Not sure if your student has chosen the right major or is uncertain about how to chose a major? How do you assist your student in getting off to a good start at college? What should be a game plan for success? And speaking of success, how can you assist students in finding out about career options? These questions will be addressed by representatives from our Academic Advisement Center, and Career Development Center. Learn the secrets to academic success, helping students develop their college calendar and get important tips to use in supporting students in their very first semester and throughout college.
The Importance of Getting Connected at WestConn
Mon in Westside Campus-O’Neil
Center Multi-purpose Rm; Tues, Wed, Thurs in Midtown Student Center 201A
Dr. Walter Bernstein, VP for Student Affairs; Chief Neil McLaughlin,
WestConn Police; and Mr. Dennis Leszko, Assoc. Director for Student
Life/Activities
Students entering their first year of university face a range of challenges in making a successful transition from high school to college. The goal of this workshop is to review those challenges and to provide suggestions on how parents can assist their students in making important campus connections.
Specific Topic Workshops: 11:00am-11:40am and 11:45am-12:25pm
Each workshop will be presented during both sessions.
Financial Aid
Mon in Westside Campus Center
3rd Fl. Lounge; Tues, Wed, Thurs in Midtown Student Center
201A
Ms. Nancy Barton, Director of Student Financial Services; Ms. Melissa
Stephens, Assoc. Director of Student Financial Services
This workshop offers an introduction to the financial assistance available through the Office of Student Financial Services, such as: student grants from private, state and government organizations, low-interest loans with deferred payment schedules, scholarships and on-campus employment opportunities. The workshop will also focus on alternatives concerning financing your student’s education through payment plans and alternative loans.
Visit our CULTURE ™: Housing & Residence Life at WestConn
Mon in Westside Campus Center
Ballroom South; Tues, Wed, Thurs in Midtown Student Center 202B
Housing & Residence Life staff
Whether or not your student has decided to live on campus, join members of the Department of Housing & Residence Life as we “show and tell” about what it is like to live on campus. You’ll discover the nuts and bolts (costs, due dates, when your student will know their room assignment) and you’ll find out about the great experience our staff is planning for your student’s on-campus experience. Come with questions, and join us in exploring the CULTURE ™ of the WestConn residence life!
Campus Safety
Mon in Westside Campus
Center212-214; Tues, Wed, Thurs in Midtown Student Center 209
Dr. Lori Wagner, Interim Director, Counseling Center; Sgt. Richard
Montefusco, WestConn Police; Mr. Mauro Ongaro, WestConn Police; Ms.
Sharon Guck, Coordinator, Alcohol & Substance Abuse Program; Ms. Jillian
Lane and Ms. Monica Sievel, WCSU Campus Advocates, Women’s Center of
Greater Danbury
This workshop will focus on transitional issues facing college students today in terms of personal safety and wellness on a college campus. Issues to be discussed include independence and responsibility, the importance of making healthy choices, and the resources available to your student as they transition from high school to our University.
Afternoon Workshop: 1:30-2:30pm
AccessAbility Services
Mon in Westside Campus Center
Leadership Library; Tues, Wed, Thurs in Midtown Student Center 207
Ms. Deborah Cohen, Coordinator of AccessAbility Services
WestConn recognizes students’ rights to reasonable accommodations and necessary services to support their educational experience. This workshop will introduce parents and students to the staff of WestConn’s Office of AccessAbility Services who will provide an overview to the services which include advocacy, confidential counseling, academic advising, accommodation planning and referrals and other important services that are of value to the student.
