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In This Issue
TRiO Director’s Desk (p. 2)
TRiO Welcome Back (p. 4)
TRiO Important Dates (p. 6)
TRiO Math Tutoring (p. 7)
NCC Bus Info (p. 9)
NCC Evening Activity (p.11)
Calendar/Contact Us (p. 13)
Nest News (p. 14)
What is the TRiO Scholars Project at NCC? The purpose of our SSS TRiO Scholars
Project is to provide Academic Support Ser-
vices to Students who meet the U.S. Educa-
tion Department Federal SSS TRiO eligibility
criteria.
The Nassau Community College SSS TRiO
project utilizes the proven
strategies of Encouragement,
Mentoring and Monitoring
(EMM) to achieve a high rate
of retention and persistence
for SSS TRiO Scholars.
The SSS TRiO Scholars project helps to ame-
liorate some of the academic barriers that
Students encounter daily by employing aca-
demic success strategies that have a proven
record of facilitating a high rate of graduation
and transfer to a four (4) year college.
Nassau Community College, TRIO SSS Project September 2019
Famous TRiO Scholars:
Did you see your TRiO Success
Coach today? If not - Make an
appointment Now!
Follow us on Instagram for
Upcoming TRiO Scholars Events:
NCCTRiOScholars
TRiO Scholars: A Culture of Excellence
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From the Director’s Desk!
Welcome Back to a brand new year. We are very excited about the
Welcome Back Pizza party/seminar we have planned for 9/17/19. For more infor-
mation, visit CCB 300, or the TRiO Office in CCB 316. Reserve your seat now: Visit
your TRiO Coach, call 516.572.7241 or visit CCB316 or CCB 300.
Be sure to visit the TRIO Website and read the Newsletter. BTW, we invite you to be in
our TRIO Newsletter. Be sure to send us any news about your summer trips, a class you
really like or wanted to take for years, a new adventure, or a great experience. Our
TRiO Newsletter is for and about you. Help us make it more exciting by submitting a
narrative. Don’t forget to read about the Mayflower restoration in Mystic on page 8 of
this issue.
Since Math is my most cherished field of study, I would like to invite you to come to
our TRiO Math tutoring center located in CCB-300 and see us. If we are not there, we
are down the hall in CCB-316.
Calling all TRiO Scholars! Submit your application for NCC scholarships now! Go to
the NCC website (www.ncc.edu) under “Student” then click on the “Scholarships” sec-
tion. It is found money and so easy to apply. You don’t have to be a Genius. If you have
Questions, we have answers, so stop by and talk to your TRiO Coach or drop into my
office. We would love to help you with the details. We are here to help you find money
while you learn: “Learn and Earn.”
Make an appointment to see your TRiO Coach now to keep your goals on target: Call
516.572.7241 ext. “0”.
Riddle of the Month: What comes one in a minute, twice in a moment, and never
in a thousand years?
Stop by CCB 316 if you think you know the answer, and if you are correct, you can
collect a red prize ticket.
Are you following us on “NCCTRIOSCHOLARS” Instagram: lots going on! If not,
you may be missing out.
Catherine Vanek, TRiO Grant Project Director
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Math Success Seminars
During Summer 2019, from August 19-22nd, we ran Math Success
Seminars to help students with their upcoming Math classes for the fall
semester. Classes covered MAT 100, 101, 102, and 109. What a great
start in skills to learn to be ready for September!
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TRiO RAFFLE REMINDER!
Visit your TRiO Success Coach and pick up a red TRiO raffle ticket. We have a
great on-going raffle, but you must be in it to win it. The drawing for next year
will be held May 2020 at the “End of Year Recognition and Grant Aid Awards
Luncheon.” You can only be in the raffle if you visit your TRiO Success
Coach and pick up the raffle ticket. The more raffles, greater the odds of win-
ning. Make an appointment today with your TRiO Success Coach by calling:
516.572.7241, ext. 0.
NCC Secret location for quiet time and TRiO support.
Secret location: Come and check out our fabulous lounge on the third floor of
CCB300! It’s near the TRiO office (CCB 316), and you can hang out, charge your
phone or use the computers. You may even meet other TRiO Scholars from your classes
doing their assignments. Some TRiO Scholars hang out here.
Keep in mind: “Collaboration initiates success!”
DID YOU SUBMIT YOUR GRADUATION
DIPLOMA PAPERWORK YET?!?
If NOT, talk to your TRiO Coach!
The application deadline comes up fast and
you don’t want to miss it. Your diploma is
proof of your personal success!
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Reminder...Still some possible $$$$$$$
Scholarships abound and the application is free.
Visit your TRiO Coach NOW! Fill out an application and see if
you win. You have questions and your TRIO Coach has all the answers to all
your $$$ woes.
Visit your TRIO Coach today, because…..DUE DATES ARRIVE FAST!
Other Scholarship applications due...See your TRiO Coach!
https://www.ncc.edu/aboutncc/givetoncc/scholarships/
https://www.ncc.edu/aboutncc/givetoncc/scholarships/pdfs/FAQ_Scholar.pdf
Did you check our Instagram for pictures from the TRiO End Of Year/Grant Scholarship Luncheon
that was on May 21st? Don’t forget to LIKE US on Instagram!
Important Dates: Please see your TRiO Success Coach for further information. See your TRiO Success Coach for more details.
FALL 2019 Semester
Registration: speak with your TRiO Coach to reg-ister NOW! Classes fill up fast.
Classes start: September 3 TRiO Welcome Back Luncheon: September 17th Classes end: December 23
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Tutoring Corner: Tutoring with Math
Learning Skills
TUTORING LOCATION:
CCB-300
Make an Appointment
before you have trouble!
FALL 2019 TUTORING
HOURS with Matt Collorafi:
Mon.: 9:30 AM-3 PM
Tues.: 10 AM-3:30 PM
Wed.: 9:30 AM-3 PM
Thurs.: 10 AM-2 PM
Have you seen John Jeavons yet?
John is our Assistive Technology Specialist and is located in U-109.
Stop by and say hello to John.
Math questions are always welcome!
Math tutoring available CCB-300
Contact the CSD office at 516.572.7241,
ext. 0 to schedule an appointment with
a TRiO Math tutor or stop by CCB-316.
Did you see your Success
Coach today?
Your Success Coach is there to help you navigate
the NCC system. Make an appointment today!
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Did you see the launch of the “Mayflower” on September 7, 2019 at the Mystic Seaport in
Mystic, CT? It was awesome!
You may want to go up Mystic Connecticut and see it up close.
It is there until the Spring, 2020 when it then sails back to Boston, Massachusetts.
https://www.nbcboston.com/news/local/Mayflower-II-Mystic-Connecticut-559710281.html
As written in the article in the weblink above:
The Mayflower II had been undergoing a full restoration at the Mystic Seaport Museum
since November 2016
By Jackie Bruno and Kaitlin McKinley Becker
Published Sep 7, 2019 at 10:06 PM | Updated at 11:56 PM EDT on Sep 7, 2019
“The Mayflower II will spend the winter at Mystic Seaport Museum, preparing for the May
2020 departure. The ship will make her debut in Boston from May 14-19 for Mayflower
Sails 2020, a free maritime festival at the Charlestown Navy Yard, followed by her long-
awaited homecoming to Plymouth on May 21. “
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Did you know about the NCC Bus Information for the Fall 2019?
NICE shuttle has a NCC Non-Stop bus route running from the Hempstead Transit
Center (bus terminal) to NCC.
During the Fall and Spring semesters this route (n16NCC) runs Monday-Thursday and
leaves from Bay#12 at the Hempstead bus terminal. Cost is $2.75 per ride.
The Fall 2019 route (n16NCC) started again September 4, 2019. Questions?
*Look for upcoming details/changes on the NCC website and NCC social media.
NEW** Pilot Program: Jamaica Shuttle
Jamaica/Mineola/NCC (Sept. 3 - Oct. 31) The shuttle will run twice a day from Ja-
maica Bus Terminal to NCC (w/ one stop at the
Mineola Train Station).
**This is a pilot program that will run from
September 3rd - October 31, 2019.
NICE Bus Route: n16NCC
(Bus Loop between Hempstead Transit Center and NCC)
https://www.nicebus.com/Passenger-Information/Nassau-community-college
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Any questions, comments or suggestions about this issue or prior,
contact: [email protected]
We would love to get your feedback to improve our
newsletters!
FAQ’s about TRIO
Question: How often can I meet with my TRiO Coach?
Answer: As a TRiO Scholar you can meet as often as needed with your TRiO
coach. They are there to help you navigate the college maze. It’s best to meet 1-2
times a month your first year, this way you get to know each other and you are less
stressed with classes, and learn TRiO Scholar success secrets.
Question: How do I make an appointment for TRiO Math Tutoring?
Answer: With the CSD secretary or call 516.572.7241, ext. 0, you may also contact
the tutor in CCB 300 or stop by CCB-316.
Have you checked Instagram lately?
Find lots of great info and tips from TRiO and NCC!
#ncctrioscholars #nassaucommunitycollege
Check Instagram #NCCTRiOScholars and follow us for upcoming
news and events!
Look for posts about college visits and transfer days from the
Transfer Office!
Check the NCC Calendar for upcoming information!
Check us out!
https://www.instagram.com/ncctrioscholars/
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Are you interested in attending an
NCC Evening Activity?
The 2019-2020 Evening Activity Hour dates and times:
Fall 2019:
Tues. September 24th 8:30 p.m.-9:45 p.m.
Tues. October 22nd 7:00 p.m.-8:15 p.m.
Tues. November 19th 5:30 p.m.-6:45 p.m.
Spring 2020:
Tues. February 4th 5:30 p.m.-6:45 p.m.
Tues. March 10th 7:00 p.m.-8:15 p.m.
Tues. April 14th 8:30 p.m.-9:45 p.m.
Check the NCC website and Instagram for updated information and locations.
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Meet one of our TRiO Scholar Students:
Daffy Dill, Freshman
This section could be about you!
Or...
Do you have something exciting you want to
share with other NCC TRiO Students?
Maybe you went on a trip and had a great
vacation experience, or have a recipe to
share?
Feel free to ask your TRiO Coach. You may
be in our next TRiO Newsletter.
HIGHLIGHT OF THE MONTH
Don’t forget to apply for FAFSA. It’s FREE! https://fafsa.ed.gov/
Tip of the Month:
Are you taking Math? Confused about what is or has been covered in
class? Stop by CCB-316 and schedule a session with Matt, the TRiO
Math Tutor. Better to spend a short time with him and feel at ease.
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Contact Us:
Catherine Vanek
TRiO Grant, Director
One Education Drive, CCB-
316
Garden City, NY 11530
(516) 572-7241, ext. 26735
Visit us on the web at
http://www.ncc.edu/
campusservices/trio/
default.shtml
“Only One Call Away!”
Calendar News: September 2019 9/3 - All Classes begin 9/9 - TRiO Math Tutoring 9:30-3:00 PM 9/10 - TRiO Math Tutoring 10-3:30 PM 9/11 - TRiO Math Tutoring 9:30-3:00 PM 9/12 - TRiO Math Tutoring 10-2:00 PM 9/16 - TRiO Math Tutoring 9:30-3:00 PM 9/17 - TRiO Math Tutoring 10-3:30 PM - TRiO Welcome Back Luncheon 11:30-12:30 PM 9/18 - TRiO Math Tutoring 9:30-3:00 PM 9/19 - TRiO Math Tutoring 10-2:00 PM 9/23 - TRiO Math Tutoring 9:30-3:00 PM 9/24 - TRiO Math Tutoring 10-3:30 PM 9/25 - TRiO Math Tutoring 9:30-3:00 PM 9/26 - TRiO Math Tutoring 10-2:00 PM
Helpful websites:
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
The FAFSA application is free!
Website: https://fafsa.ed.gov/
For more information, including how to apply, go to:
https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa
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