Baruch Undergrad Student Survival Guide '14-'15

Cover Designed by Selina Lee and Jillian Springer Photo Provided by the Baruch Marketing and Public Affairs Department

Baruch Community

The Magazine Team and Contributors

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

Anastasia Sourbis Editor-in-Chief Board of Directors

Vivian Lau Graphic Designer Chair of Marketing

Jillian Springer Managing Director Graphic Designer Co-Founder of Magazine

Benjamin Chatham Copy Editor Model and Writer Representative Senator

Ana Belen Gomez Flor

Chair of Inter-Club Affairs

Matthew Cohen Chief of Staff

Santiago A. Gomez Flor Former USG Treasurer

Pong Muangcha

Calvin Rong

Mark Litwa

Dear Members of the Baruch Community,

Freshmen and transfers: Welcome to Baruch College! Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors: Welcome back!

On behalf of your Undergraduate Student Government, we are excited to welcome you onto our campus and hope that you are excited to experience everything this college has to offer.

Whether you’re a freshman straight out of high school, an incoming transfer student, or a current student, the goal of this magazine is to help you discover everything about Baruch. Working as a team, we’ve put together a collection of information we think you need to know ranging from GPA requirements to how to craft your résumé to explaining CUNYfirst and other web apps to what each of our 120+ clubs stand for.

While everything in this magazine is relevant to everyone, maintaining a balance between your social, professional, and academic lives is most important.

I came to Baruch as a freshman when I was eighteen and after attending Freshman Convocation in Mason Hall, I had no idea what to think. “How hard do I have to try to get a good grade?” “What is a good grade?” “Can I uphold my B+ average in college?”

The thought that never crossed my mind was “how do I get involved?” Actually, I was determined not to get involved. I wanted my focus to be on my academics so I could land an internship by the start of my sophomore year. (It was an aggressive goal.)

But by the end of my freshman year, I didn’t have an internship. I did well in both my first and second semesters, but that’s about all I did. I didn’t have the drive to succeed in anything but that. My social life—what social life?— was next to nothing at school and it came from my lack of desire to take advantage of things like Club Hours on Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. and club events. I had to get involved.

About halfway through my third semester, that changed. I chose to get start attending Undergraduate Student Government meetings on Tuesday nights at 5:30 p.m.—otherwise known as “USG.” This must have been the best single decision I’ve made as an undergrad.

It made me realize everything, from the fact that our entire student body represents over 170 nationalities across campus to the idea that there’s a club for almost everyone’s interests.

If I could give any advice to anyone reading this magazine, it would be to use it to learn about what this school has in store for you.

Show it to other students in your classes and go out to lunch at some of the places listed from pages 40-41. Get involved! Make friends. And be social.

Welcome to the Baruch Community.

If you have any questions about anything written in this magazine, please email me or stop by our office on the 3rd Floor of the Vertical Campus right next to the local elevators.

All the best,

Auxiliary Enterprises Corp.

Magazine Contributor

Faculty for Welcome Center

Rasheed Shahzad

Tahir Chaudhry

Nardine Salama

Selina Lee

Seung Hyun (Brian) Jeon

Magazine Contributor

Magazine Contributor

VP or Campus Affairs

Vice Chair of Marketing

Faculty Student Disciplinary

Jamie Palmer Magazine Contributor

Kadejah Baptiste

Steven Huang

Daniel Dornbaum

Athletics Board

Christopher Eubanks Chair of Appeals

Sheena Chin

Magazine Contributor

Chair of Community Outreach

Representative Senator

Samuel Rubinstein

Gabriella Vishnevskaya

VP of Academic Affairs

Writer

Illustrator

Photographer Stylist

VP of Student Services

Female Model

Male Model

Graphics Editor

Past Contributors Matthew Melore, Connor Levens, Sara Dowd , Jackie Luu, Judy Chen, Nusaybah Quasem , Allen Meyerovich , Robi Baazashvili, Saransh Khanna, Cynthia Roldan, Vivek Rohra, Jacob Gsell, Axelle Bougouma, Luis Salguero, Omair Marghoob, Michael Harris, Vasyl Pyrozhk, Raquel Rodriguez , Patricia Morel, AJ Jaikansingh , Gaby Castañeda and Farhana Hassan(Co- Founder) Special Thanks to: Lexicon, STARR, Office of Communications, Marketing & Public Affairs, Photography Club, the Study Abroad office, the Athletics Department and the Office of Student Life

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STARR Career Development Center

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College 101

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Job Hunting Basics

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Arts & Styles

WHAT IS USG?

RESOURCES

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Tools for Academic Excellence

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Ensuring Physical & Mental Health

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Student Assistance Resources

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Tools for Business Advancement

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Baruch Centers & Services

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Online Resources

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Study Abroad

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Library Resources

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General Education

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Pathways at Baruch

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Zicklin School of Business

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School of Public Affairs

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Weissman School of Arts and Sciences

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Honors Programs at Baruch

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Map of Baruch College

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Food for Thought

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Sports at Baruch

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The Office of Student life

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Clubs & Organizations

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Club Life Events

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Heritage Months

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USG Annual Events

Learn about your 2014–2015 Undergraduate Student Government of Baruch College

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Ensuring Physical and Mental Health

Tools for Academic Excellence

Disability Services

Student Academic Counseling Center (SACC)

Tools for Clear Speech The Student Academic Consulting Center (SACC) provides free tutoring in the majority of undergraduate subjects taught at Baruch College. With a combination of experienced student tutors, a variety of resources, and a warm environment, a positive learning experience is guaranteed.

SACC IS MOST NOTABLE FOR ITS GUIDANCE IN THE FOLLOWING: Math

Communication

Writing & English

Modern Languages

Natural Sciences

Various Business Courses

In addition, they provide weekly review sessions, conversation hours, and tutorials for ESL students at the Baruch College Speech Lab. Students are encouraged to drop by and use SACC’s available materials such as practice exams, reference books and DVDs, among other resources.

SACC also offers tutorial services for ESL and non-native English speakers. To help students improve their oral communication skills, they enlist the talents of professional speech consultants and trained peer tutors.

Through the Office of Services for Students with Disabilities (OSSD) Baruch College provides services for students who have a physical, psychological, or learning disability. OSSD’s mission is to ensure that all students, despite their disabilities, are able to be full participants in programs, services, and activities at Baruch College. OSSD does this by ascertaining that all students are treated with rights and responsibilities, and they guarantee that appropriate accommodations are made to empower students with disabilities. Some of the services provided for students with disabilities are: federal mandate 504 and American with disabilities advocacy, pre-admission interviews and orientations, priority registration, reasonable modifications for exams and academics, room changes and counseling, among other services. http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/studentaffairs/ossd/disabilityServices.htm NVC 2-271 (in Suite 2-255)

Mon–Thurs 9am–5:30pm, Fri. 9am–4:30pm

NVC 2-116 sacc@baruch.cuny.edu

646.312.4590

The Counseling Center

The Health and Wellness Suite

646.312.4830 Mon–Thurs 10am–7pm baruch.cuny.edu/sacc

Writing Center Need help with an assignment, cover letter, or just brainstorming?

The Writing Center’s professional consultants work with students one-on-one during a 50-minute session by appointment, online appointment, or a walk-in basis. The purpose of these sessions is to identify strengths and weaknesses within one’s writing and offer strategies that will ultimately strengthen a student’s abilities as a writer. Group workshops are also offered to help students practice strategies and skills in particular areas they wish to study. The consultants are experienced and are highly trained in working with a variety of students, such as multilingual writers and international students.

The Health and Wellness Suite is located in the NVC building in suite 3-241. The mission of Health and Wellness is to encourage healthy behavior among all Baruch students that will not only enhance short term personal and academic achievement but will lay the foundation for a healthy lifestyle for years to come. Wellness programs include peer education, meditation and yoga classes, back rubs, workshops on stress management, nutrition, physical fitness, smoking cessation, alcohol harm reduction education, safer sex, sexual assault prevention, chronic disease prevention, health screenings, health fairs, and one-on-one consultations.

The Counseling Center is located in room 914 on the 9th floor of the Annex building (137 East 25th street). Their sole mission is to help students succeed in their undergraduate careers, by helping students through stressful situations or conflicts. By helping students realize their academic, career and personal goals, students are able to better achieve them. The Counseling Center’s staff includes psychologists, psychiatrists, clinical social workers, and supervised pre-doctoral graduate students who are all devoted to helping students succeed.

Their services include individual counseling, group counseling and psychotherapy all confidential and free of charge. To schedule an appointment, you can fill out a form online, call, or visit the office during business hours.

Mon –Th: 9am 8pm, Fri: 9am-3pm, Sat: 10am-4pm NVC 8-185

writing.center@baruch.cuny.edu

646.312.4012

baruch.cuny.edu/studentaffairs/healthServices_events.htm

baruch.cuny.edu/writingcenter

NVC 3-241

646.312.4755

baruch.cuny.edu/studentaffairs/counselingCenter.htm Room 914 (Annex Building)

646.312.2155

counseling@baruch.cuny.edu

Mon–Fri 9am–5pm

Center for Academic Advisement Baruch has many tools to ensure that students can be proactive and independent in navigating their way through their undergraduate career. However, it is important to leave the computer and seek a one-on-one consultation with an academic advisor at the Center for Academic Advisement.

The center is available for general consultations, but students should try to make a visit, in order to declare a major or minor and for total class-resignations. Students should pay a special visit during their junior year to fill out an Academic Worksheet with an advisor, which outlines the courses they must complete in order to meet degree requirements. It also provides a complete breakdown of every credit needed for graduation, including electives and scheduling classes.

Academic Appeals is the process that Baruch College students go through for issues such as obtaining academic waivers and requests for a “W” grade. Every academic appeal is reviewed by a committee of faculty, students, and administrators. When filing an academic appeal, take care to complete the proper paperwork (found in the Center of Academic Advisement) and supporting documentation.

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academic.advisement@baruch.cuny.edu

646.312.4260

baruch.cuny.edu/advisement

Student Health Center The Student Health Center, located on 138 East 26th Street between Lexington and Third Avenue, makes it convenient and affordable to be health conscious for any student with a Baruch ID. The center offers primary care services such as cold/cough/flu relief, physical exams, gynecological care, STI and HIV testing, vaccinations, pregnancy tests, and deals with physical pains like strains or sprains free of charge. Flu vaccines are offered during the fall semester. Medications for basic aches and pains, cough/ cold, flu, and allergies are also free of charge. Prescriptions for birth control and other drugs are given at their discretion. Special screenings and blood work are offered at reduced prices. A Physician’s Assistant (PA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is always present during all regular and extended hours.

Health insurance is not required to utilize the services at the Health Center, but they do provide information regarding affordable health care for students. Walk-ins are welcome during their business hours but a scheduled appointment is recommended. Visit their webpage to learn more about the Health Center’s services, its hours, discounted insurance plans, and publications. baruch.cuny.edu/ studentaffairs/healthServices.htm

Mon/Wed 9am-8pm, Tues/Thurs/Fri 9am-5pm

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Student Assistance Resources

Tools for Business Advancement

Have you ever wanted to start your own business?

Bursar

Financial Aid

Registrar

“Bursar” is a fancy Old English word that literally means “treasurer of a college”. That means if you need anything relating to paying your tuition bill, the Bursar’s Office is the place to go. They are responsible for collecting payments, deferring bills, and refunding overdue payments. In addition, they provide tuition installment plans provided through SallieMae, copies of the 1098-T-IRS tax form, and they also work closely with the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP).

The mission of the Financial Aid Office is to help the college meet its enrollment and retention rate goals. In order to ensure that such an immense responsibility is achieved, the Financial Aid Office works with a group of highly qualified professionals to guarantee that students who demonstrate financial need are allocated monetary assistance for their tuition costs. If you have any concerns or questions relating to financial aid, scholarships, loans, verifications, or work study, please contact the financial aid office.

The Registrar is responsible for maintaining accurate academic records of students who attend Baruch College. This means that if you have any questions, concerns, or needs relating to ordering transcripts, obtaining an ePermit, your enrollment, applying for graduation, your schedule, changing your address, or accessing CUNY Portal, they’re the office you will be interested in visiting.

The Lawrence N. Field Center for Entrepreneurship helps promote entrepreneurship opportunities for Baruch students who possess the drive to start their own business. The center hosts entrepreneurship competitions and workshops for students and has partnered with companies like IBM and AT&T. Since it was founded in 1993, the center has served 16,277 businesses, invested $110.6 million in the local economy, and created and saved 5,676 jobs. The center offers services like small business counseling and resources such as guides to creating an effective business plan. The center also offers the Field Fellowship Program to students which allows them to experience of working alongside business development counselors.

The Lawrence N. Field Center for Entrepreneurship

NVC 2-140

646.312.4790

eship@baruch.cuny.edu

baruch.cuny.edu/fieldcenter

Mon–Fri 9am-5pm

Do you want to get ahead on Wall Street?

Library Building 8th Floor, Room 810

Library Building 8th Floor, Room 880

Library Building 8th Floor, Room 850

bursar@baruch.cuny.edu

finanicalaid@baruch.cuny.edu

registrar@baruch.cuny.edu

646.312.1280

646.312.1360

646.312.1150

Mon–Thurs 9:15am–6pm, Fri 12pm–4:45pm

Mon–Thurs 9am–6pm Fri 9am–5pm

Mon–Thurs 9am–6pm Fri 9am–5pm

baruch.cuny.edu/bursar/

baruch.cuny.edu/financialaid/

baruch.cuny.edu/registrar/

Transfer Center Transfer students sometimes have a hard time figuring out how things work at Baruch.

Fortunately, the Transfer Center is here to help. If you have any questions about club life, the social atmosphere, or your transfer credits, be sure to stop by.

The Bert and Sandra Wasserman Trading Floor in the Subotnick Financial Services Center is renowned as one of the largest and most technologically advanced educational facilities of its kind. The fully equipped, simulated trading environment features forty-two high-end trading workstations, live data feeds, real-time market quotes, and computerized trading models that help introduce Baruch students to the technology used in the industry.

The Wasserman Trading Floor hosts a number of workshops throughout the year to give students the opportunity to use Bloomberg and Reuters terminals, two leading sources of current and historical financial information. Bloomberg Terminal workshops explore navigation within the Bloomberg system and focus on finding information in equity markets.

Reuters workshops introduce students to the Reuters 3000Xtra system and focus mainly on researching and monitoring public companies (e.g. stocks, bonds).

The Bert and Sandra Wasserman Trading Floor

Library Building 125

646.312.1544

zicklin.baruch.cuny.edu/centers/subotnick

Richard.Holowczak@baruch.cuny.edu

The Center serves as a great way to learn about the variety of resources Baruch provides for its students. Whether you need help with writing or require academic advisement, be sure to visit their website or visit them in-person.

Library Building 7th Floor, Room 725

Are you looking to make it big in real estate?

baruch.cuny.ledu/transfer

The Steven L. Newman Institute provides students with extensive opportunities in the real estate industry. The Institute does so by providing New York State-recognized continuing education credits to professionals in the real estate field, in addition to orchestrating certificate programs in facilities management, real estate sustainability, and other areas.

Mon–Thurs 9:15am- 6pm, Fri 9:15am–4:45pm

International Student Service Center (ISSC) The International Student Service Center helps manage issues common for international students at Baruch College. These include, but are not limited to, administrative services, immigration & visa matters and study abroad, among others. Their mission is to educate and inform our international student population and college community of the rules and regulations which govern the enrollment of our international students. As Baruch College boasts one of the richest diversities amongst its student body of any college in the nation, the ISSC serves a larger population than most—approximately 1300 students. They also provide a wide range of essential services for internationals, such as online tutorials and helpful information on various topics such as life in NYC, Academics, Travelling, Paying for Studies and Employment. These are designed to ease the transition for international students. Appointments can be scheduled by phone or in person, though the center recommends speaking with a receptionist before scheduling one.

You can find the ISSC at 151 East 25th Street, across from the NVC, on the 7th floor in Room 730. issc@baruch.cuny.edu

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646.312.2050

Since 1996, the Institute also focuses on several key issues outside of topics in the core of real estate. Some of these topics include market analysis, asset repositioning, building renovations, etc. A recent example of the Institute’s work is its 2020 projection on Downtown Manhattan, focusing on current and future investments.

The Steven L. Newman Institute

With a mission geared toward helping the industry’s research and its educational needs, The Newman Real Estate Institute is an excellent place for students to explore the industry.

137 East 22nd St.

646.660.6950

baruch.cuny.edu/realestate

sara.hilskataylor@baruch.cuny.edu

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Baruch Centers and Services Baruch Community

Online Resources

Baruch Website

The Early Learning Center

The Division of Athletics and Recreation

Baruch College provides quality childcare and education for children between the ages of 2 ½ and 5 of enrolled Baruch students.

The education that the Early Learning Center provides focuses on exploration and building relationships between the children and the adults that care for them.

The Division of Athletics and Recreation offers extensive activities and programs to meet the needs and interests of the student community.

Some of the activities that the children at the Center can be expected to participate in are: group play, dramatic play, daily outdoor play, woodworking, cooking, storytelling, interacting with animals, arts and crafts, and daily walking trips.

Older children especially can expect to be immersed in the cultural outlets that only New York City can provide such as the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre, Carnegie Kids, and The Paper Bag Players. In addition, the Center focuses on supporting student families with the challenges that come with being a student parent. The Center provides bi-monthly meetings with an experienced family counselor, and the Center is ready to assist anyone with more information about social services, evaluations and referrals.

104 East 19th Street, 2nd Fl. baruch.cuny.edu/studentaffairsearlyLearningCenter.htm 212.387.1420 or 212.387.1421 Mon–Thurs 8am-5:45pm, Fri 8am–2:30pm

Did you know?

There is a Piano Room on the 7th floor.

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The Athletic & Recreation Center (ARC), located on the lower three floors of the Vertical Campus building, contains a state of the art fitness center, olympic sized swimming pool, two basketball/volleyball courts, three racquetball courts, a sauna, and spacious locker room facilities that are available to rent on a first come, first service basis.

The face of Baruch’s online presence is shaped by our homepage: baruch.cuny.edu. It is managed by our Departments of Communications, Marketing, Public Affairs , the Office of Student Life (OSL) and the Baruch Computing and Technology Center (BCTC).

The website was launched in 2011 and is constantly revamped to provide students with accurate and timely information. Students should visit the website often for easy access to major academic tools such as Blackboard, eSims and DegreeWorks.

Degree Works DegreeWorks allows Baruch students to view their progress towards their degree. It lists your courses taken, courses you are currently taking, skills tests, transfer credits and more. You can access it by logging into the CUNY portal and selecting Student Advisement Degree Audit under “Applications/Resources.” Use DegreeWorks in conjunction with the Center of Academic Advisement, which can help you understand your audit. baruch.cuny.edu/bctc/degreeworks

baruch.cuny.edu

NVC 5-125

Academic.advisement@baruch.cuny.edu

Baruch fields fourteen teams in nine men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports that compete on the NCAA Div. III level. Each team hosts open tryouts prior to the start of their season. Please visit BaruchAthletics. com for more information.

The department also offers a series of undergraduate classes in physical education that can serve to improve or introduce an individual to a particular sport or fitness program. baruchathletics.com

646.312.5048

The ARC offices are located on the B1-102 Level of the V.C. building.

Baruch Perfoming Arts Center As soon as you enter the NVC Building on 25th Street, it’s hard to not notice the ticket booth window right next to the turnstiles.

The artists that make Baruch their stage are as diverse as the students that populate the campus and enchant with just about every type of performance art imaginable. It is particularly exciting when one of our very own Baruch students step into the spotlight. BPAC consists of two theaters, the Rose Nagelberg Theatre and The Engelman Recital Hall which are both located below the street level of the NVC building. baruch.cuny.edu/bpac

646.312.4083

PerformingArtsCenter@baruch.cuny.edu

CUNYfirst CUNYfirst is a CUNY-wide tool for utilizing the many resources and services available to all students across its many campuses. It helps to standardize basic processes across the university system. Every Baruch student needs to have a CUNYfirst account to manage their academic careers. CUNYfirst provides students with the ability to view grades, register & search for classes, check course requirements, see financial information along with paying tuition and fees. For help using CUNYfirst, visit the Baruch CUNYfirst website or the CUNY-wide website, both listed below baruch.cuny.edu/cunyfirst or

cuny.edu/cunyfirst

service.desk@cuny.edu or Edwin.Melendez@baruch.cuny.edu

Blackboard Blackboard is your go-to resource for classwork during the semester.

Many professors use Blackboard, but to varying extents. Classes can be viewed under the “My Courses” tab. Here, professors may post the syllabus, course assignments, helpful links, class handouts, study guides, grades, and a wealth of other important information. Beyond classwork, Blackboard can help you organize your activity on campus, and keep you up to date on recent news at Baruch College as well as in CUNY. User guides and a list of Frequently Asked Questions are available to provide help in navigating the system. www.baruch.cuny.edu/bctc/blackboard

646.312.1010

helpdesk@baruch.cuny.edu

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STUDY ABROAD

III. FINANCING STUDY ABROAD

The Study Abroad Office at Baruch helps students make an international experience a part of their academic degree program. They advise students about opportunities and orient them to overcome financial, curricular or personal obstacles.

Baruch College students are eligible to attend study abroad programs ranging from January Intersession and Summer Sessions to a semester or even academic year abroad. Students should think about studying abroad now, and start by attending the bi-annual Study Abroad Fair, which takes place in mid-September and mid-February. These fairs offer a wonderful opportunity for program providers and past participants to speak to Baruch students about the study abroad programs available to them. Exchange students from our partner universities who are studying at Baruch will also staff tables to give Baruch students first-hand information about campus life abroad. Understanding the kinds of academic and cultural experiences our students have abroad will help prospective students integrate study abroad into their overall college career.

Financial Aid

I. STUDY ABROAD OPTIONS

All Baruch College students who study abroad on approved programs may use their Pell grants to help pay for their overseas study. Students who receive TAP awards may also apply these awards towards their study abroad if the program meets the requirements of the TAP administration.

The Baruch College Financial Aid Office also assists students in obtaining loans to help finance their study abroad.

Study Abroad Programs Baruch students may choose from over 100 different programs and locations in 35 different countries. Students don’t have to know a second language to study abroad (though it helps). Most Study Abroad Programs offer facilitated enrollment in a foreign university, or provide courses taught in English in non-Anglophone countries. They may be sponsored by either another CUNY or SUNY international office, or a third party study abroad provider that may provide varying amounts of student support services.

Baruch currently enjoys a wide range of semester-long exchange agreements with universities or business schools abroad.

Exchange programs are available in many countries: from Austria to Turkey, with new agreements in the works with partners in Brazil and Japan.

Direct Enrollment Students may enroll directly as a visiting student in a foreign institution of higher education that does not have an exchange agreement with Baruch College.

II. APPROVAL PROCEDURES FOR STUDY ABROAD Any Baruch student wishing to study abroad must submit and have approved an Application to Study Abroad. This application determines the student’s general eligibility and suitability for studying abroad.

Baruch students must submit and have approved any application required by the host university or sponsoring Study Abroad Program provider.

All Baruch College students who study abroad earn credit towards their degree; many also earn credit towards their major subject as well.

All courses taken by Baruch College students at a foreign educational institution must be approved for Baruch College credit by the appropriate department.

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Baruch College students are strongly encouraged to apply for national scholarships such as the Gilman and Boren. As CUNY students, Baruch study abroad applicants meeting the eligibility criteria are also encouraged to apply for the Scholarships for International Resume-Building Opportunities for CUNY Students (SIROCS) grants.

Baruch College students alone are eligible to apply for a C.V. Starr Study Abroad Fellowship, a scholarship made available to qualified students by a generous grant of the C.V. Starr Foundation.

Baruch Exchanges

Baruch College students may study abroad on an exchange program, a study abroad program offered by third-party providers or by directly enrolling in a foreign university.

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Located in the Weissman Center for International Business Office Location: 137 E. 25th Street

Walk-In Hours during Fall/Spring: Mon–Fri 12:30pm–2:30pm Wed & Thurs 4:30pm–6:00pm

Study.Abroad@baruch.cuny.edu

www.baruch.cuny.edu/study-abroad

646.312.2090 or 2091

Weissman Center for International Business The Weissman Center for International Business strives to prepare Baruch students for the global market with programs designed to reinforce business values while exposing them to economic matters from a global standpoint. Some of the services this center offers are international internships, a study abroad program, the Global Student Certificate program, scholarships, and access to the International Business Alumni Association. zicklin.baruch.cuny. edu/centers/ weissman/students/about-us

646-312-2070

weissman.center@baruch.cuny.edu

Engage the World! Study Abroad!

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LIBRARY RESOURCES The William & Anita Newman Library

The William & Anita Newman Library is located on East 25th Street directly across from the NVC building. The library offers many services to students, all with the power of a Baruch ID card.

Copying/Printing

Borrowing Privileges

Black and white and color printers are found on the main floor of the library and in room 238.

Copy machines can be found on the main floor, as well as in room 309--the copier room.

Baruch students may borrow books for a period of three weeks. The loan period can be renewed as long as no hold has been placed on it by another user. General circulation books may be returned to any CUNY library but reserve items must go back to the library of its origin. Overdue fines can also be paid at any CUNY library.

Books can be put on hold to be borrowed from the Newman Library or from another CUNY library by using the online catalog.

Netbooks and iPads can be borrowed for a three hour period, MacBooks for a one day period, and Dell laptops for a three day period. Each of the three are equipped with wireless printing abilities.

Flip cameras, camcorders, and DSLR cameras can be borrowed for two day periods. All of these items can be borrowed from the third floor of the library.

Research Consultation

Graphing calculators can be borrowed for a three hour period or for an entire semester at the circulation desk. Courserelated textbooks can be borrowed for a two hour period at the circulation desk.

For help with complex research assignments that require in depth assistance, schedule a research consultation with a librarian online at newman.baruch.cuny.edu/help/forms/consultations.php Reservation/Circulation

646.312.1010

http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/library/

Study Rooms There are thirty group study rooms available during the hours that the circulation/reserve desk is open. Rooms are available to groups on a first come, first serve basis for a three hour period and a one-time renewal is allowed if no other group is waiting. Rooms can accommodate groups from 2–3 persons to up to 6–8 persons.

Online Services

General Inquiries

646.312.1010

Mon–Sat 7am–12am

BARUCH COMPUTING & TECHNOLOGY CENTER (BCTC) The Baruch Computing and Technology Center (BCTC) provides Baruch students with many services, starting with a unique Baruch username and password as well as access to Blackboard. Students experiencing difficulty logging in with their Baruch username and password, email address, or using their Blackboard accounts should visit the Technology Help Desk during business hours (on the 6th Floor of the Library Building) or send an email to helpdesk@baruch.cuny.edu The Center includes a 320-seat computer lab, equipped with PCs, iMacs, black and white and color printers, and a fax machine. For a complete listing of computer labs available campus-wide and their hours, visit baruch.cuny.edu/ bctc/labs/index.html BCTC provides students the ability to print wirelessly from their personal laptops to every lab where there is a black and white or color printer. Students must download the printing software and follow the guidelines to be able to print wirelessly.

Online catalog for books, DVDs, and CDs

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Database for magazines, articles, and journals

E-reserve for course materials

Virtual archive of Baruch’s institutional history

Digital Media Library

This information can be found online at baruch.cuny.edu/bctc/wifiprinting

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Baruch Community Academia General Education

REQUIREMENTS & THE COMMON CORE

THIS GENERAL EDUCATION CORE ONLY PERTAINS TO STUDENTS WHO ENTERED BARUCH BEFORE SUMMER 2013.

The general education requirements at Baruch College and its focus on liberal arts is a representation of Baruch College and CUNY’s commitment and belief that a college degree is more than just an expertise in a single field.

TIER ONE: BASIC SKILLS

THE REQUIRED CORE

For more information, please contact Academic Advisement or visit baruch.cuny.edu about any questions regarding general education requirements.

ENG 2100/2100T ENG 2150/2150T MTH 2003, MTH 2140, MTH 2160, MTH 2005, MTH 2207, OR MTH 2610 Foreign Language :Arabic, Chinese, French, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese or Spanish

LITERATURE

Weissman Students are expected to complete two (2) foreign language courses. Zicklin and Public Affairs Students must take 0-2 courses depending on their high school transcript.

PHILOSOPHY SOCIOLOGY or ECONOMICS ANTHROPOLOGY

HIS 1000 HIS 1001 HIS 1005 HIS 2050 HIS 2053

ENG/CMP 2800 ENG/CMP 2850

PHI 1500 PHI 1600 PHI 1700

ECO 1110 is not open to Zicklin Students; it requires MTH 2140 or MTH 2160 as a pre/co-requisite.

ANT 1001 SOC 1005

ECO 1001 ECO 1002 ECO 1110

BIO 2010 is for biological sciences or natural sciences ad-hoc majors; participation requires departmental permission.

BIO 1012 | BIO 1011L* BIO 1016 | BIO 1015L* PHY 2001 | PHY 2002L* CHM 1004 | CHM 1003L* ENV 1004 | ENV 1003L* These courses are co-req: by taking them with your Life & Physical Science course, this will fulfill your Scientific World in the flexible core section.

Science Majors MUST choose the STEM Variant Courses (BIO 2010, CHM 2003, PHY 2003, PHY 3010). Students who take BIO 2010 MUST choose CHM or PHY.

CHOOSE ONLY ONE COURSE FROM EACH OF THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES, BUT NO MORE THAN ONE FROM ANY DISCIPLINE

POLITICS & PSYCHOLOGY GOVERNMENT PAF 1250 POL 1101 POL 2001 POL 2321 POL 2332 POL 2353

MTH 2003 MTH 2140 MTH 2205 MTH 2207 MTH 2610

LIFE AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES

THE FLEXIBLE CORE

NATURAL SCIENCES

Students are required to complete one class from each category: ART 1000 ART 1101 ART 1012 MSC 1003 MSC 1005 THE 1041

MATHEMATICAL AND QUANTITATIVE REASONING

Be sure to review the math req. for your specific major.

TIER ONE: BASIC SKILLS HISTORY

ENG 2100/2100T ENG 2150/2150T

Please check with academic advisement what your math requirements are as some degrees only accept certain math courses and may require more than one course.

COM 1010

PERFORMING & FINE ARTS

ENGLISH COMPOSITION

PSY 1001

BIO 1003 BIO 1005 BIO 2010 CHM 1000 CHM 2003 ENV 1020 ENV 1021 PHY 1003 PHY 2003

World Cultures and Global Issues

US Experience in its Diversity

Creative Expression

Individual and Society

ANT 1001 HIS 1001 HIS 1003 LTS 1003 POL 2001 POL 2260

BLS 1003 HIS 1000 HIS 1005 PAF 1250 POL 1101 POL 2332

ART 1000 ART 1011 ART 1012 MSC 1003 MSC 1005 THE 1041

PHI 1500 PHI 1600 PHI 1700 SOC 1005

Scientific World

BIO 1011L BIO 1015L CHM 1003L ENV 1003L PHY 2000L Scientific World Req. determined in the required core.

Transfer students with a science credit cannot take the other req. under the same discipline.

Flexible Elective

The 6th course can be chosen from any of the courses listed in the flexible section.

It cannot be from a field you have already taken a course in.

Fields that are considered to be within the same department:

ANT & SOC

ART MSC THE

BIO ENV SOC

BLS & LTS

POL PUB PAF

COLLEGE OPTION

TIER THREE: LIBERAL ARTS MINOR In order to graduate, all students are required to complete a minor in a liberal arts discipline. The Tier III Minor requires students to take two 3000 level courses and a 4000, 5000, or 6000 level capstone course administered by each department in the discipline. The capstone course can only be taken after completing two courses in their disciplinary concentration at the 3000 level or higher at Baruch College. Students must have a GPA of at least 2.0 in the three courses that make up their Tier III minor.

POSSIBLE MINORS

Journalism American Studies Film Latin American & Caribbean Studies Anthropology French Latino Studies Art Global Studies Law & Policy Asian & Asian American Studies Hebrew Literature in Translation Black & Latino Studies History Mathematics Black Studies Humanities with Honors Music Business Writing Information Studies Natural Sciences Chinese Info Tech & Social Responsibility New Media Arts Philosophy Communications Studies Interdisciplinary Minor in Physics Comparative Literature Environmental Sustainability Political Science Economics Japanese Psychology

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Course 1: Liberal Arts Capstone Course 2: ENG/CMP 2800/2850 Course 3: Liberal Arts Minor Course Course 4: Liberal Arts Minor Course

Public Affairs Majors can choose either the BBA or BA College Option

Courses 1, 3, and 4must be in the same subject.

Political Science Psychology Religion & Culture Sociology Spanish Spanish-English Translation Survey Research Theatre Women’s Studies

Courses 2 and 3 must be at the proper level.

Students who need course 2 must take the 2nd foreign language course at Baruch.

Course 1 (Capstone) must be taken at Baruch.

TRANSFER STUDENTS

If you come to Baruch with an AA or AS you are waived from all Required and Flexible Core reqs. If you come to Baruch with an AAS you are still required to complete the Required and Flexible core requirements.

Course 1: ENG/CMP 2800/2850 Course 2: 1st Language Course Course 3: 2nd Course of same language Course 4: COM 1010

REGARDING COLLEGE OPTION:

A. If you are from a 4-Year College of Associate Program (with 30 or fewer credits) - TAKE ALL 4 COURSES B. If you are from an Associate Program (with 30+ credits) & NO Associates degree - TAKE FIRST 3 COURSES C. If you completed an Associates Degree - TAKE FIRST 2 COURSES D. If this is your 2nd Bachelor’s Degree OR completed a College Option at Previous 4-Year CUNY - College Option Complete

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

1. If you have completed college option & changed majors, you have met the College Option req.

2. If you have partially completed a College Option, you can complete the College Option with the least amount of credits remaining.

3. For each major you must complete a minimum number of liberal arts credits: Zicklin (62), Weissman (90), & SPA (57).

4. Students who have earned a Bachelor’s Degree (2nd degree) cannot major in Accounting.

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Baruch Community Academia ZICKLIN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS The Zicklin School of Business dates back to 1919 when it was formerly known as The School of Business and Civic Administration at The City College. Now named after its notable alumnus Lawrence ‘Larry’ Zicklin, the school provides a premium education to its students for careers in all business segments. The school serves as the main academic attraction of Baruch College, enticing aspiring business leaders from all over the world, bringing a wide array of cultural backgrounds together with similar ambitions. Much of its faculty includes distinguished scholars, dynamic teachers, and real-world practitioners from the world of business. The school provides majors and programs in all business fields which a student can have a possible interest to pursue a career. The curriculum for these majors and programs is rigorous and demanding, as it puts a student’s intellectual, interpersonal, and decision-making skills to the test--each of which are essential to entering the workforce and starting a successful career.

SCHOOL OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS

E LI GI BI LI TY Pathways students who wish to pursue a business major in The Zicklin School of Business must satisfy the following requirement before they can apply for admission to the school: Completion of 45 credits with a GPA of 2.25 or above Completion of either COM 1010 or ENG 2150 Completion of pre-business curriculum with minimum cumulative GPA of 2.25 in those courses

PREREQUISITES Scholars in the School of Public Affairs can declare their major after completing at least 45 credits and PUB 1250 or POL 1011.

Students must complete the following classes:

Bernard Baruch was a business leader and a public servant.

While the Zicklin School prepares students for the business world, the School of Public Affairs, also know as SPA, empowers students to become leaders in both public and nonprofit sectors.

The Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs is an interdisciplinary program that emphasizes public policy, advocacy and analysis.

SPA is unique among Baruch’s three schools in offering multiple internship classes where students gain real-world experience in nonprofit organizations and federal, state, and local governments. Interns enroll in an internship class and work for a certain number of hours per week. Several internships provide students with a stipend at the end of the semester. Students are encouraged to apply for scholarships and fellowships such as, the Hagedorn Scholarship which offers tuition support for public affairs students in good academic standing.

PUB 1250 or POL 1101 STA 2100 ECO 1001 ENG 2150 An approved 2000-level Math Course

PRE-BUSINESS CURRICULUM ACC 2101 CIS 2200 ECO 1001 ECO 1002 ENG 2100 LAW 1101 MTH 2205 or MTH 2207 STA 2000

BA CHE L OR O F BU SIN ESS ADMIN IS TR ATI O N The BBA. Degree curriculum consists of the liberal arts, the business base curriculum (courses listed below), the major, and a Tier III minor for a total of 124 credits. Students are encouraged to inquire within the respective departments and consult an advisor to assist in planning major courses and transitioning into the Zicklin School of Business.

B AC H EL O R O F S C I ENC E I N P U B L I C AF FAIR S Students are required to complete the following six courses in addition to four elective PAF courses: PAF 3010 POLICIES AND POLITICS PAF 3015 QUANTITATIVE STUDIES OF COMMUNITIES PAF 3102 ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF PUBLIC POLICIES

The business base curriculum consists of: LAW 1101: Fundamentals of Business Law CIS 2200: Intro to Information Systems & Technologies BUS 1000: Introduction to Business FIN 3000: Principles of Finance MKT 3000: Marketing Foundations MGT 3120: Fundamentals of Management MGT 3121: Service Operations Management ACC 2203: Principles of Managerial Accounting (non-accounting majors) ACC 3202: Accounting Information Systems (accounting majors) BPL 5100: Business Policy

Did you know?

PAF 3108 PUBLIC CAMPAIGN AND ADVOCACY

The Zicklin School of Business is the largest business school in the United States.

PAF 3401 QUANTITATIVE METHOD FOR POLICY AND PRACTICE PAF 4401 CAPSTONE

Dr. H. Fenwick Huss Dean of Zicklin School of Business

Each of the six courses are worth three credits: totaling eighteen credits. Students are also required to take four elective courses related to the major which is a total of twelve elective credits. Non-public affairs majors can also register for these courses.

MINOR IN SURVEY RESEARCH

MAJORS

This minor focuses on how to formulate, implement and analyze surveys. It gives students a framework to better understand and utilize surveys.

David S. Birdsell Dean of School of Public Affairs

ACCOUNTANCY

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS

ECONOMICS

FINANCE

I/O PSYCHOLOGY

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

MANAGEMENT

MARKETING MANAGEMENT

STATISTICS & QUANTITATIVE MODELING

REAL ESTATE

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Many professors at the School of Public Affairs are leading professionals in their fields including former politicians and head roles in corporations such as JP Morgan.

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Baruch Community Academia WEISSMAN SCHOOL OF The Weissman School of Arts and Sciences is considered to be the academic heart of Baruch College, consisting of 13 departments and more than 50 areas of study. It provides a liberal arts education for students in all three of Baruch’s schools. In addition to its vast array of classes, the school offers a wide range of interdisciplinary programs and minors to enrich and diversify the college experience. The school provides first-year students with direction for their college career and a foundation of courses that transitions them into college academia. The faculty is known for having a smaller student-to-teacher ratio, making the learning experience for students more personable, encouraging and challenging.

ARTS AND SCIENCES

HONORS PROGRAMS AT BARUCH

baruch.cuny.edu/honors

THE MAJORS

WHO CAN APPLY? PROVOST SCHOLARS PROGRAM

ARTS & HUMANITIES

The Bachelor of Arts curriculum consists of the core curriculum, the major, and elective credits for a total of 120 credits. An overall minimum GPA of a 2.0, in the major and the minor, is required for graduation.

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CREDITS

FOREIGN LANGUAGE: 6-8 CREDITS

CULTURAL STUDIES: 3 CREDITS

The Bachelor of Arts degree requires that 75 percent (90 out of 120) of the credits toward the degree are arts and sciences courses.

ELECTIVE CREDITS

ARTS & SCIENCE COURSES

Students may take up to 30 elective credits of non-arts and sciences courses. Transfer students must complete a minimum of 30 credits and at least 60 percent of the credits in their major at Baruch.

TIER THREE MINORS

MATH & SCIENCES

DEPARTMENTAL HONORS

AD HOC MAJORS

NATURAL SCIENCES: 4 CREDITS

Students who do not wish to pursue a conventional major for their academic career can build a custom major designed for them, known as the “Ad-Hoc Major.” With the help of an advisor, students can put together a combination of courses from two or more departments, constructing a unique and cohesive liberal arts focus.

The Weissman School of Arts and Sciences is also the only school at Baruch which allows students to double major.

ARTS & SCIENCES INTERDISCIPLINARY MINOR WITH HONORS

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Current students can apply to be a Provost Scholar during their time at Baruch providing they have met the requirements.

No more than 59 credits completed

Having declared a major belonging to one of the three schools, Baruch students must also pursue a minor of their choice. The “Tier III” minor offers students the opportunity to pursue a discipline they might wish to study in addition to their major. Minors range from Psychology and Communication Studies to Visual Arts Administration and Law & Policy. The Tier III minor enables students to study something that interests them outside of their major. No matter which school a student belongs to, their minor enables them to diversify their academic career in the interest of themselves and future employers.

TO GRADUATE Attend Provost Scholar Orientation 10 Honors Courses

One or Two Honors Courses

15 hours of community service

Recommendation from an honors faculty

Maintain GPA of at least 3.5

WHAT IS IT?

REQUIREMENTS

Students are given the opportunity to become an “expert” on a topic they are passionate about by researching and writing an undergraduate thesis on it. An undergraduate thesis helps students become more favorable to prospective employers and graduate schools.

A thesis can be completed in two or three semesters, requiring a large amount of time, research and energy from the student.

Complete application and two page prospectus on topic

WHAT IS IT?

REQUIREMENTS

Have a faculty mentor’s guidance Have thesis topic approved 3.5+ GPA in discipline of thesis and overall GPA

Complete application and two page prospectus on topic The arts and sciences interdisciplinary minor with honors allows students to deepen their interest in a humanistic, social or scientific area as part of their Tier III minor requirement.

Have a faculty mentor’s guidance Enroll in a Feit Interdisciplinary Seminar Complete two-semesters of 6000-level honors thesis courses

Jeffrey M. Peck Dean of Weissman School of Arts & Sciences

WHAT IS IT? ZICKLIN UNDERGRADUATE HONORS PROGRAM

MACAULAY HONORS & BARUCH SCHOLARS

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Minimum GPA of 3.4

INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

BACHELORS OF ARTS DEGREE

SOCIAL SCIENCES

REQUIREMENTS

The Zicklin School of Business offers undergraduate students the opportunity to graduate with honors in a business major. It enhances the business education, providing more advanced interdisciplinary courses along with skill-building workshops. Partnered with Executives on Campus, the program offers students mentors in their chosen business field to help them excel in their undergraduate careers. Students can be part of both the Zicklin Honors program and any other honors program at Baruch College.

REQUIREMENTS Have a minimum GPA of 3.6 Submit an online application

TO GRADUATE Maintain GPA of 3.6 Attend skill-building workshops Participate in activities

Prospective students must apply during high school or during their application process to Baruch.

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Career Baruch Development Community On-Campus Recruiting(OCR) On-campus recruiting (OCR) is a program for seniors in which recruiters from various companies come to select Baruch students for full-time positions. OCR Workshops are mandatory to be eligible for this program.

Career Fairs

STARRSearch

Baruch offers several career fairs throughout the year, including the Fall Career Day in September, the Spring Career Day in April, the Internship Fair in early February, and a Diversity Job & Internship Fair in November. Sixty to ninety companies attend these fairs to meet and collect resumes from students. Business attire is mandatory to attend.

To view upcoming career fairs, log onto STARRSearch.

STARRSearch is a career service website serving as the primary tool for students to learn about and register for workshops, corporate presentations, information sessions and job fairs. In addition, it helps students navigate through and apply to various job openings, internships and on-campus jobs.

The Starr Career Development Center (SCDC) provides a comprehensive set of career services to Baruch students.

Specialized Programs Baruch offers a number of special career-related programs to supplement coursework and enhance students’ professional development.

NVC 2-150 baruch.cuny.edu/careers

Workshops

General Inquires: 646.312.4670

Workshops are the best way for new students to start preparing for possible career opportunities. Workshops are offered every semester to teach students skills such as resume & cover letter writing, interviewing techniques, networking and negotiating one’s salary.

Appointment info: 646.312.4674

Special thanks to the Stsrr Career Development Center (SCDC) for their expertise and contributions in this section.

Financial Leadership Program

Max Berger Pre-Law Program

The Financial Leadership Program (FLP) aims to increase the recruitment of diverse and talented Baruch students to top financial analyst programs in all industries. The program is restricted to juniors who have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and display commitment to their extra-curricular activities and internships.

The Max Berger Pre-Law Program supports students in all majors who are considering a career in the legal field. The program offers individual advising and workshops to inform students about the law school application process. Prospective students should seek an appointment at the STARR office.

Skills Assessment

Peer for Careers Program

Resume Review:

Staff members can review resumes by appointment, during walk-in hours, or on a “Resume Rush Day.”

Career Counseling:

Weekly counseling sessions are offered to current students and alumni to assist with selecting a major, searching for jobs an internships, career exploration and decision making.

Mock Interview:

Students are allowed to take advantage of one mock interview per semester. The interview provides students with helpful feedback and a video summary of their performance.

Vocational Testing:

A variety of individual assessment tools are offered to help students make well-informed decisions pertaining to their career or major.

Rising Starr Sophmore Program The Rising Starr Sophomore Program (RSSP) seeks to prepare students for work and leadership roles by providing various learning experiences and assisting students in obtaining internships in their desired fields. Freshmen in their second semester with a GPA of at least 3.0 should apply for this program.

The Peers for Careers Program is a highly selective leadership program that trains students to provide peer advisement on resumes, cover letters, business correspondence, mock interviewing and more. Upon successfully completing rigorous training, peers offer resume/cover letter review appointments, walk-in sessions and videotaped mock interviews. Peers also facilitate workshops, co-sponsor programs, spearhead the traveling “STARR Mobile” information cart and write weekly Career Corner articles in The Ticker.

International Students International students with F-1 visas are allowed to work off-campus under the Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT) programs. For full details of CPT/OPT workshops, visit the International Student Service Center.

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I. Freshman Year

Go to as many corporate presentations as possible to learn more about organizations, industries, and positions and to network your way into a job.

Explore Your Options

Surf Baruch’s website and familiarize yourself with the site to learn about what Baruch College has to offer students academically, professionally and socially.

Log into StarrSearch, the SCDC’s career management system, to create a profile and begin receiving information and opportunities tailored to you and your major.

Check out the STARR Career Development Center (SCDC) website for helpful information on majors, jobs, internships, and workshops.

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Visit company websites and research the latest news in your field before interviewing.

Attend interview workshops hosted by SCDC prior to scheduling a mock interview to enhance your interviewing skills and etiquette.

Update and polish your resume and cover letter.

IV. Senior Year Launch Your Career

III. Junior Year Execute the Plan

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Use Optimal Resume located on the SCDC website to build your resume and do online video mock interviews for free.

Attend the Club Fair at the beginning of each semester to find out about the different clubs and organizations on campus. Getting involved in club life is a great way to make new friends, network, and build critical skills for the workplace.

II. Sophomore Year

Speak to your professors, Gain experience academic advisors, and through internships and career counselors to get part-time jobs. Attend more information before job and internship fairs you choose a school and on and off campus declare a major. and start searching for summer internships in the fall.

Be a conscious citizen: be knowledgeable about the economy and current events.

Visit offices on campus mentioned in the resources section to begin taking advantage of the opportunities they offer.

Create a LinkedIn profile for potential employers and to develop an online network.

Consider a part-time job, summer volunteer work, or an internship to begin building your resume.

Research graduate school programs and apply to graduate school in the fall of your senior year if you would like to study further in a discipline.

Learn how to write a cover letter and resume at a SCDC workshop.

Begin building a professional wardrobe for various casual and formal professional settings.

Consider a leadership role in the club or organization in which you have been an active member.

Visit your academic Find a summer internship Take advantage of group Thinking about graduate advisor at the meditations, yoga, free between your junior and school? Start preparing Advisement Center to back rubs, and sleep senior year to give you for the standardized test management workshops make sure you are taking required for your field. an advantage toward the right classes in the offered by the Health securing a full-time (LSAT, GRE, GMAT, etc.) right amounts to be and Wellness Center to position after graduation. eligible to graduate for manage the stress that accompanies Junior year. the semester or year you have planned.

Bring your passion into Baruch and inspire others to become passionate, too.

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Job Hunting Basics

Preparing for an Interview 1. Before the interview you should research the company or organization, review your resume, practice answering potential interview questions and prepare a list of questions for the employer.

2. “Tell me about yourself,” does not mean the employer wants to know your life story. Talk about experiences that make you qualified for the job.

3. Arrive to your interview at least ten minutes in advance so you are not flustered the moment your interview has begun.

4. Business formal is a must—no exceptions.

5. Make sure to give a firm handshake before and after the interview.

6. Use power verbs during your interview and make sure to highlight your qualities.

7. Do not fidget during the interview.

8. Take notes about the interview after the interview is over.

Cover Letter Format Your Address City, State, Zip Code

Cover Letter Basics

Date First and Last Name of Contact Person Title of Contact Person Name of Organization Street Address or PO Box City, State, Zip Code

It is important that you send a well-written cover letter along with your resume when applying for a position, especially for positions that require cover letters, or for positions that require strong writing skills. A cover letter is a one-page statement of your objective which should highlight your skills and interest in a particular field/position. It should communicate to the prospective employer how you are a good match for the company and the desired position. Take the time to craft a good letter, and proofread it very carefully before sending it. If your cover letter has errors, your whole application may be thrown out! Also, save copies of all correspondence for your records.

Dear Mr. / Ms. Last Name: 1st Paragraph: State why you are writing. Identify the position, field or general area of your inquiry.

Tell how you heard of the opening or organization.

2nd Paragraph: Indicate your career or job objective and why you are particularly suited for this company or the type of work. Highlight your particularly relevant achievements and qualifications by giving specific examples. Elaborate on key points from your resume without repeating your resume word-for-word. Be sure to point out facts such as related work experience, coursework or training.

Communicate to the employer that you understand the position and have the qualities the employer seeks.

1. What qualities are you looking for in new hires?

3rd Paragraph: Politely request an interview. Your closing should reiterate your interest in the position and give specific information about how you can be reached. Thank the employer for his/her time and consideration. Repeat your phone and email contact information.

2. What kind of assignments might I receive?

Sincerely,

3. Will I have the opportunity to work on special projects?

Your Name Typed

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Don’t forget to sign your name before faxing or mailing the letter and keep a copy for your records.-- If you are sending a cover letter by email, copy and paste the letter into the body of the email message. You do not have to electronically sign your letter.

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A “Thank You” Goes a Long Way Writing a thank you letter after an interview is a necessity that you should not compromise. In fact, many employers think less of candidates who fail to follow-up promptly. Plan to send out your thank you letter within 24 hours after your interview. A thank you email should only be an option if too much time has passed.

In your thank you letter, thank the interviewer for their time and consideration.

Do not forget to express your enthusiasm for the company and position that you interviewed for. In the body, address any unresolved points during the interview that will allow you to make a positive impression. Be sure to highlight your expertise and accomplishments. Most importantly, personalize your writing so you can set yourself apart from all of the other candidates. Finally, thank the interviewer again for their interest in you as a candidate and emphasize that you are excited to hear back from them.

4. What specific projects will I be working on first?

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Baruch ARTS & Community STYLES

Model: Ana Belen Gomez Flor Photographer: Santiago A. Gomez Flor

Business Professional Price does not matter, as long as

everything fits well. Plenty of people

“I AM YOUR LEADER” Our lovely model here commands two colors: navy and white. It’s classic business professional. As with all outfits, make sure your shoes match. In her case, her dark shoes match her dark outfit. She is collected, in control of her life, and demands respect from others.

in Baruch look good on a budget.

Impress and Inspire: Impress your employers and inspire your

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Her hair is long and straight.

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Which is perfect for the corporate sector- she fits in that world seamlessly, just like her clothes

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This outfit shouts: “My greatest strength, I’d have to say, is my positive attitude, and my aptitude for rote memorization. I see something once, and I got it down.” -Taystee, Orange is the New Black

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[Jacket] Timeless formal jacket: H&M, $40

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[Pants] Make sure your pants are the same color as your jacket. If your jacket is dark, so is your bottom. H&M, $30

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[Shirt] White button down is a staple for professionals. Uniqlo, $15

colleagues. Pick outfits that are timeless, and colors that are simple.

“I AM YOUR LEADER, IN A DRESS” As with a casual environment, women have more options than men when it comes to professional clothes. Now some say black is the new black, and with this dress, it’s hard to disagree.

Black is a timeless color. People associate it with luxury.

Not only does she look like she’s about to drop the hottest album of 2014, she also commands attention.

It’s also very versatile.

Occasions it works for:

“I am ready to tackle all my clients, and anything life throws my way: come at me!”

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During work

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After work, when she wants to socialize and fraternize with colleagues.

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Business Luncheons

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Company dinner parties.

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[Dress] This versatile dress is sleek, dark and classy.

Perfect for the occasions listed. Topshop, $40

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[Shoes] As with our Business Casual Model, Black shoes are classic. H&M, $25

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[Hair] Pulling your hair back lets others see your strong facial features.

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Model: Seung Hyun (Brian) Jeon Photographer: Matthew Cohen

“He is ready for any corporate environment.”

“Clean and Polished” This model’s outfit is a common go-to for professional male attire. The clothes are ironed, the shoes are shined, and the red tie is classic. Red draws people’s attention. Shades of red on the color spectrum are focused behind the retinas in your eyes. Therefore, red appears to move towards your eyes while you’re looking at it.

[Hair] His hair and eyebrows are smoothmake sure to wax or thread. Personal grooming is everything.

[Jacket] Essential Black Suit Jacket.

Calvin Klein, $150 [Shirt] White button down. Need we say more? Calvin Klein, $50 [Slacks] Slacks should match the jacket.

Calvin Klein, $100 [Shoes] Polished Black shoes match his ensemble. Aldo, $100

He says: “Just because I’m handsome doesn’t mean I didn’t finish all the accounts in my portfolio by 5pm yesterday.”

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[Watch] Watch optional. It should lightly accentuate your outfit. Burberry, $400 [Tie] Aim for medium sized ties, like this model. It’s not too big, not too skinny. A simple red tie makes a great statement.

Donald Trump, $40

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Model: Benjamin Chatham Photographer: Matthew Cohen

Business Casual

Model: Jamie Palmer Photographer: Santiago A. Gomez Flor

[Shirt] Black & White Checkered button downs have gained popularity in recent years. They are clean and draw attention.

H&M, $24.95

Business Casual depends on the company culture. Make sure you research a company before you go for an interview, in order to know what to wear. The store and brand does not matter as long as your outfit fits. Make sure you try on clothes before buying them. Blazers are sold as high as $200, whereas others can be as low as $75it’s up to you to find them. Regardless of price, Blazers are great investments for men AND women. Stores such as Calvin Klein, Zara, and Levi’s have sales in the fall. Black Friday/Cyber Monday is a great weekend to find deals and low prices. For sales throughout the year, stay on top of your favorite stores’ websites and pay attention to sale signs when you pass by shopping districts.

[Shoes] SUEDE SHOES? NO PROBLEM! These dark brown shoes match the belt. Macy’s, Stacy Adams, $99 [Belt] Brown Leather Belt that goes great with outfits within and outside the business world. Levi’s, $19.99 [Pants] His Light Grey pants are slim fitting and make him look clean and lean H&M, $17.95 [Watch] This accessory is optional. Watches tend to be expensive, but a good watch will have others perceive you as well-kept, intelligent, and refined.

Michael Kors, $275

“Conservative Casual” In some industries, business casual is meant to be calm and well-reserved.

Button down shirt, slim fitting slacks/ khakis, and leather or suede shoes.

This model takes a traditional/classic approach to Business Casual with solid colors. His light blue shirt makes him seem calming and laid-back. Simplicity is key. None of these items overpower each other. He plays it safe.

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Appropriate industries includes Accounting, Computer Science, and any conservative office space.

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[Shirt] Light blue shirt equals peace and tranquility. Uniqlo, $20

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[Pants] Grey Beige pants. Dockers, $50

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[Belt] Leather Belt from Gap, $30

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[Shoes] Light Brown Suede Shoes help keep this look relaxed.

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[Watch] An optional accessory, but it helps to add a unique touch and subtle professionalism. Seiko 5, $60

[Jacket] This dark blue blazer is bold and is so totally GQ. H&M, $39.99

“Color Coordinate!”

• In the age of start ups, Business Casual gets redefined. It’s now 2014there is more freedom now.

• Make sure your colors match, just like this model. He accentuates his button down and light gray pants with the a dark blue blazer, belt, and suede shoes. Dark and bold colors from his jacket and shoes complete his light top and bottom.

• It says, very subtly: “I take time and effort in being presentable and classy, and so should you.”

• Suitable for marketing and advertising jobs, and modern startups.

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“Ladies’ Choice”

Model: Kadejah Baptiste Photographer: Matthew Cohen

Women have more options when it comes to Business Casual clothes.

This is due to the wide range of colors, available accessories in the marketplace, diverse hairstyles, and types of pants. Our model here controls 3 beautiful colors: Black, Blue and Gold.

Model: Nardine Salama Photographer: Matthew Cohen

“THAT GIRL” She is here to outshine the rest. Her bright pants look intimidating from afar, but it illuminates the room/office/elevator/cafeteria. She is happy and excited to work on any client’s project. It screams energy and motivation. She has the drive and determination, ready to bring her company into the mainstream.

She matches her top clothes with her shoes. Her bag matches her stylish jacket.

[Shirt] This trendy shirt with a bold shade of blue makes a statement: It says “I’m ready to get to work, and look good doing it.” Charlotte Russe, $20 [Skirt] The black skirt is clean and matches her shoes. Zara, $55 [Shoes] Basic Black Heels are perfect here. Saks off 5th, $30 [Necklace] Gold necklace makes her look like a goddess. SLAY MOMMA YAS Charlotte Russe, $20 Red lipstick accents her wardrobe, and it is subtle.

Her gold necklace and gold wrist chain match, and garnish her ensemble very well Suitable for event planning jobs, startups, fashion offices.

Outfit intimidating? As Machiavelli once said, “it is much safer to be feared than loved because … love is preserved by the link of obligation…but fear preserves you by a dread of punishment which never fails.” Beautiful quote for a beautiful girl.

Perfect for media internships, fashion headquarters, and any organization that likes bright and happy employees.

[Hair] hair is above shoulder length. Kept short and stays in place.

[Shoes] Beige shoes match her jacket. Marshall’s, Nine West, $25 [Pants] Is it orange? Is it red? These bright pants light up the room. Wear if you want others to know how optimistic and energetic you are. Banana Republic, $15 [Blazer] This jacket is modern and different from traditional blazers. The black leads you to more options: You can try black slacks, black skirt or even black heels. Kenneth Cole, $65 [Shirt] Just because a white shirt is basic, doesn’t mean you’re a basic girl. Macy’s, BCBG $20 [Bag] Great way to match her jacket. Black bags are essential for all. Macy’s, $50

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Ladies

Gentlemen

Ladies, the main rule for makeup for an interview is less is more! Too much and you might end up looking like you’re ready to go partying, and you definitely don’t want that.

Do’s & Don’t

Add a watch and/or cuff links to elevate your look.

Make sure you are cleanly shaved and well groomed.

Match your belt with your shoes.

Avoid heavy cologne: you don’t want your scent to be overpowering, but you do want to smell good. Keep it light, fellas!

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Wear natural, light makeup: you want to be conservative not only with your color choice, but also with the amount you choose to use. If you’re wearing foundation, choose a color that matches your skin tone exactly.

If you have piercings, play it safe and take them off.

Avoid poor quality fabrics.

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Wear a smile. Be confident and wear your smile! Interviewers want to see that you believe in yourself because it gives them a reason to believe in you!

Remember: a bad fit is like a bad date: expensive, boring, hard on the eyes, and leaves you unsatisfied!

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Then, carefully tigten and draw it up to your collar.

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Wear too much mascara. It’s best to avoid: too much mascara, heavy eyeliner, bright colors (whether it be on your eyes, lips, or nails), and anything with glitter.

DON’T

Wear a heavy perfume: you do not want the scent to be too overpowering for the interviewer. It would be best to test out the scent before the interview. Ask a family member or friend if they think it’s too strong or if it’s just enough.

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Administrative building- 135 East 22nd St FIRST FLOOR Sidney Mishkin Gallery Office of Buildings and Grounds SECOND FLOOR HR Department FIFTH FLOOR Asst. VP for Finance and Budget Office Controller’s Office

SIXTH FLOOR CUNY Institute for Demographic Research SEVENTH FLOOR Office of the President Office of the Provost VP of Academic Affairs EIGHTH FLOOR Rubin Museum Art Project NINTH FLOOR The Dean of the School of Public Affairs Career Services for the School of Public Affairs TENTH FLOOR Center for Nonprofit Strategy and Management

137 East 25th St. Building THIRD FLOOR Honors Office and Lounge Bernard. L. Schwartz Communicative Studies Institute EIGHTH FLOOR Study Abroad Offices NINTH FLOOR Counseling Center Baruch Health Services Center-138 East 26th Street (Enter from 26th Street)

Information and Technology Building151 East 25th St FIRST FLOOR Public Safety and ID Center

Wasserman Trading Floor and Subotnick Financial Services Center SECOND THROUGH FIFTH FLOOR The Wiilliam and Anita Newman Library SIXTH FLOOR BCTC Computer Lab and BCTC Help Desk Computer Center for Visually Impaired People SEVENTH FLOOR Undergraduate Admissions and Transfer Office International Student Service Center EIGHTH FLOOR Bursar Office Registrar Office Financial Aid Office

Steven L. Newman Real Estate Institute137 East 22nd Street FIRST FLOOR Office of the Director SECOND FLOOR Seminar Room, Oak Room, and Marble Lounge William Newman Chair of Real Estate Finance Department of Real Estate Offices THIRD FLOOR Division of Applied Research Center for Logistics and Transportation CUNY Institute for Urban Systems: Building Performance Lab FIFTH FLOOR William Newman Real Estate Department Offices

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Mike’s Papaya & Pizza 132 E 23rd Street (212) 473.8900

Atomic Wings at Matt’s BBQ 36 Lexington Avenue (212) 420.9464

Starbucks 50 Lexington Avenue (212) 254.2794

Bagel Express III 340 3rd Avenue (212) 213.4700

Blue Smoke 116 E 27th Street (212) 447.7733

Chock Full o’Nuts 119 E 23rd Street (212) 388.9980

Popeye’s 75 Lexington Avenue (212) 725.7033

Pret 303 Park Avenue South (212) 473.2670

Dunkin’ Donuts 355 3rd Avenue (212) 686.1500

Subway 61 Lexington Avenue (212) 213.8506

Sunflower Diner 359 3rd Avenue (212) 532.8171

SPANISH

Gramercy Star Cafe 23 Lexington Avenue (212) 505.3663

Forcella’s 377 Park Avenue South (212) 448.1116

Gramcery Grill 32 Lexington Avenue (212) 505.3663

Bread & Tulips 365 Park Avenue South (212) 532.9100

J APA N E S E East 366 3rd Avenue (212) 889.2326

Terakawa Ramen 18 Lexington Avenue (212) 777.2939

MID D L E E A S TER N Shawarma Grill 368 3rd Avenue (212) 683.1705

Bamiyan 358 3rd Avenue (212) 481.3232

New Taco & Tortilla King 285 3rd Avenue (212) 679.8882 La Posada Mexican 364 3rd Avenue (212) 213.4379 Chipotle 125 E 23rd Street (212) 673.6904

Gregory’s Coffee 327 Park Avenue South (212) 979.8600 myWaycup Coffee 102 E 23rd Street (646) 368.1083

Little Basil 153 E 26th Street (212) 689.1444

V IE TNA M E S E Luu’s Baguette 134 E 26th Street (212) 679.8881

Did you know?

The bearcat paw represents venues that are a part of Baruch District on the Directory (left page) in addition to those listed under “Participating Locations”.

PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS TH E STA N D C OME D Y C L U B

CHINESE Jimmy’s House 162 E 25th Street (212) 725.7888 Di Di Dumpling 38 Lexington Avenue (212) 466.6618

At participating locations across Manhattan, Baruch students can present their Baruch ID card upon purchase and receive a 10% discount.

Dos Caminos 373 Park Avenue South (212) 294.1000 Wahoo’s Fish Tacos 333 Park Avenue South (212) 466.3330

Great Sichuan 363 3rd Avenue (212) 686.8866

Student price $5 ticket & 10% off food/drink 239 3rd Avenue (btwn E 19th St & E 20th St) (212) 677.2600 * Reservation is required*

A PPL E B E E ’S 205 West 50th Street (btwn Broadway & 7th Ave) (212) 262.2400

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Saravana Bhavan 81 Lexington Avenue (212) 679.0204

ASIAN F USION Incredi 363 3rd Avenue (212) 532.2848

Baluchi’s 329 3rd Avenue (212) 679.3434

5% off 344 3rd Avenue (btwn E 25th St & E 26th St) (646) 918.7220

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239 Park Ave S (btwn E 19th St & E 20th St) (212) 477.1500

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203 E 26th Street (btwn 2nd & 3rd Avenue) (212) 686.1166

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CUNY eMALL CUNY eMall is a hidden gem within CUNY that offers students discounts on a variety of items. They include software, clothing, office supplies and more. All you need to access it is a CUNY Portal username and password! You’ll see the link on the top of the students login page of CUNY Portal. Whether you need to score a discount interview outfit, new pens and notebooks for the upcoming semester, or just some cheap movie tickets, eMall is the place to go!

CUNY CULTURAL PASSPORT As a part of the CUNY system, Baruch College enjoys the perks of the CUNY Cultural Passport. This program allows students bearing their CUNY IDs to enjoy either free or discounted admission at many prestigious NYC museums, theaters and more.

Some classes will require trips to museums and institutions as part of their assignments. Be sure to utilize this excellent service both for those assignments as well as for days out in the city!

FREE ADMISSION Museum of Modern Art Whitney Museum of American Art

Rubin Museum of Art (May be discounted to CUNY Students)

DISCOUNTED ADMISSION Brooklyn Botanical Garden American Museum of Natural History ...and many more!

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Baruch Community SPORTS AT BARUCH

THE BARUCHETTES TheBaruchettesistheofficial DanceTeam at Baruch that performs at different sports games and events on campus.

(646) 312.5048

Athletics and Recreation Center

BaruchAthletics.com B1-102 Level

The Division of Athletics and Recreation offers extensive activities and programs to meet the needs and interests of the student community. Baruch fields fourteen teams in nine men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports that compete on the NCAA Div. III level. Each team hosts open tryouts prior to the start of their season. Please visit BaruchAthletics.com for more information. The department also offers a series of undergraduate classes in physical education that serve to improve or introduce an individual to a particular sport or fitness program.

The Athletics & Recreation Center (ARC) is located on the lower three floors of the Vertical Campus and has:

Fitness Center

Olympic Sized Swimming Pool

WOMEN’S CROSS COUNTRY

MEN’S CROSS COUNTRY

Two Basketball/ Volleyball Courts

Head Coach: Ariadne Mui

Head Coach: Matt Soja

Head Coach: Ranford Champagnie

MEN’S SOCCER

Overall 2013 Record: 12-6-0

Head Coach: Charles Lampasso

WOMEN’S SWIMMING AND DIVING

Overall 2013 Record: 8-2

Head Coach: Charles Lampasso

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Overall 2013 Record: 2-6

Three Racquetball Courts

Sauna

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CUNYAC Champions

2012

CUNYAC Champions

Locker Rooms

2011

CUNYAC Second Place

2010

CUNYAC Second Place

2009

CUNYAC Second Place

2010

CUNYAC Second Place

2009

CUNYAC Second Place

2007

CUNYAC Second Place

2006

CUNYAC Second Place

FALL CO-ED VOLLEYBALL

SEPTEMBER TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS CONTACT AT THE GYM JOHN ALESI IN MARCH IF INTERESTED, CONTACT JOHN ALESI IN: SEPTEMBER MARCH

2013-2014

CUNYAC Champions, ECAC Open Qualifiers

2012-2013

CUNYAC Champions, ECAC Open Qualifiers

2011-2012

CUNYAC Champions, ECAC Open Qualifiers

2010-2011

CUNYAC Champions

2009-2010

CUNYAC Champions

2010-2011

CUNYAC Second Place ECAC Open Qualifiers CUNYAC Champions ECAC Open Qualifiers CUNYAC Champions

2008-2009

CUNYAC Champions

2011-2012

Overall 2013 Record: 13-23

Head Coach: Melanie Pellegrino

SPRING CO-ED BASKETBALL

5-10 players CONTACT 8 players per team per team JOHN ALESI IN 16 teams

CUNYAC Tournament Champions: 2004, 2006, 2012, 2013 CUNYAC Regular Season Champions: 1989, 2010, 2012, 2013 NCAA Postseason Appearances: 2004, 2006, 2012, 2013 ECAC Postseason Appearances: 2008, 2010

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BASEBALL

INTRAMURAL SPORTS

CUNYAC Champions

2011

Head Coach: Jose Torres

SOFTBALL

Overall 2013 Record: 3-18

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CUNYAC Runner Up

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CUNYAC Second Place

2012

CUNYAC Champions

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CUNYAC Second Place

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CUNYAC Second Place

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CUNYAC Participant CUNYAC Regular Season Champions CUNYAC Tournament Champions, NCAA Regionals CUNYAC Second Place CUNYAC Tournament & Regular Season Champions, NCAA Regionals

Head Coach: Machil Joseph Overall 2013-2014 Record: 21-8

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

Nationally Ranked #22 by USA Today Div. III Coach’s Poll 2013

Head Coach: John Alesi

MEN’S BASKETBALL

Overall 2013-2014 Record: 14-12

Head Coach: Florin Giuglescu

MEN’S TENNIS

Overall 2014 Record: 14-2

Head Coach: Florin Giuglescu

WOMEN’S TENNIS

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CUNYAC Champions, NCAA First Round

2011-2012

CUNYAC Champions, NCAA First Round

2010-2011

CUNYAC Champions, NCAA First Round

2009-2010

CUNYAC Champions, NCAA First Round

2013-2014

CUNYAC Quarterfinals

2012-2013

CUNYAC Semifinals, ECAC Metro Quarterfinalists

2011-2012

CUNYAC Semifinals

2010-2011

CUNYAC Quarterfinals, ECAC Metro Quarterfinalists

2009-2010

CUNYAC Semifinals, ECAC Metro Champions

CUNYAC Tournament Champions: 2000, 2002, 2004-2009, 2012, 2013 CUNYAC Regular Season Champions: 2000-2002, 2004-2006, 2008, 2011-2014 NCAA Tournament Appearances: 2007-2009, 2012-2014

CUNYAC Tournament Champions: 1985, 1988, 1989, 1997

Overall 2013 Record: 17-4

Overall 2013 Record: 19-17

CUNYAC Tournament Champions: 1983, 1994, 1995, 2005, 2011, 2012, 2013 CUNYAC Regular Season Champions: 1983, 1994, 1995, 2005, 2009, 2012, 2013 NCAA Postseason Appearances: 2005, 2011, 2012, 2013 ECAC Postseason Appearances: 1983, 1984, 1985, 1987, 2009

Head Coach: Danial Levent Overall 2014 Record: 27-11

MEN’S VOLLEYBALL

CUNYAC Champions, NCAA First Round

CUNYAC Regular Season Champions: 1992, 1994

Head Coach: Carrie Thomas

WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL

2013-2014

Nationally Ranked #12

2014

CUNYAC Champions

2013

CUNYAC Champions, NCAA Final Four

2012

CUNYAC Champions, NCAA Quarterfinals

2011

CUNYAC Champions, N.E.C.V.A. Second Place

2010

CUNYAC Champions, N.E.C.V.A. Quarterfinals

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Community THE Baruch OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE (OSL) The Office of Student Life strives to develop the co-curricular college experience for Baruch students through a rich array of diverse educational programs, opportunities for leadership & civic engagement, club and organization development, and community building.

Students are encouraged to participate in active and ethical leadership opportunities, engaging students with social responsibility, fostering responsible student clubs & organizations and embracing a variety of programs that celebrate Baruch’s rich multicultural heritage. Through their programs, Student Life at Baruch College contributes to the holistic development of students.

ADVENTURE WEEKEND

SERVICE LEARNING TRIP

GO BEYOND

Each semester a new thrilling experience is offered over a weekend to Baruch students.

Hiking, mountain climbing, survival camping, and canoeing are just some of the possibilities. The trips are challenging, but you will receive all the support you need from trained staff. If you are interested in stepping outside your comfort zone, Adventure Weekend is for you!

“The purpose of life is to actively live it. At Baruch, you feel like everything revolves around studying and staying up at the library. Adventure weekend gives you the opportunity to step away from all of that and to embrace the great outdoors.”

- Bryan Salazar, ALPFA

T.E.A.M. BARUCH T.E.A.M. Baruch is a student leadership development program.

This training program challenges students to learn more about themselves through exercises that focus on team dynamics.

Successful completion of the program will provide students with enhanced self-awareness, communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution and mediation skills. Students are then encouraged to apply for leadership positions around the school like: Freshmen Seminar Peer Mentors, Orientation Leaders, Peers Advocating Wellness Services (PAWS), Peers for Careers and Peer Academic Advisors.

GALLUP Strengths Finder

This experience combines community service and learning about relevant social issues into one dynamic trip. Small groups of Baruch students led by Student Life staff travel to cities like Washington DC, Philadelphia, Baltimore and upstate New York. Students have helped build houses, serve meals to the homeless, clean up flood disaster zones and provide educational programs. Additionally, they have learned about relevant social justice issues like race, housing and the environment.

“Leadership Weekend is something that gives every student the opportunity to discover their abilities as a leader in ways they could have never imagined.”

- Connor Levens, USG President

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DOLLARS & SENSE MEDIA

MEDIA ORGANIZATIONS

Named one of the top online magazines for the last three years, Dollars & Sense has been publishing and releasing student work since 1979. It focuses on class material or independent work. With releases in the spring of each year, this magazine is distributed to students, faculty, corporate leaders and media professionals in the New York region.

ENCOUNTERS MAGAZINE MEDIA Encounters Magazine, Baruch’s first literary journal, has been around campus since 1994. The magazine is published once a semester and contains original poetry, short stories and essays submitted by Baruch students. Encounters seeks to engage poets and writers no matter what they are studying in the classroom. They accept all forms of creativity: short fiction, poetry, prose, photography, sketches, paintings, sculptures, screenplays, lyrics, scripts, nonfiction and essays.

LEXICON MEDIA Lexicon members challenge their creativity in photography, graphic design, writing and videography to create a memorable yearbook for Baruch seniors.

Members attend different events and programs in order to capture the moments in student life that student leaders and administration work hard to put together. Lexicon is perfect for any student who wants to develop their creative skills or help organize content for the yearbook. Lexicon has been capturing moments at Baruch since 1935.

LEADERSHIP WEEKEND The Annual Student Leadership Weekend is an event in the fall semester that is open to all undergraduate students involved in some form of leadership. Students will participate in high energy experimential activities that will help develop leadership skills, build confidence, character, and expand their network. Each year a new theme is chosen based on nationwide best practices and what is relevant to Baruch students. Sign up early as the weekend is limited to 100 participants and fills up quickly.

Student Life works to enrich every Baruch student’s college experience in addition to working to help them grow as leaders. Most programs administered through The Office of Student Life will require the participants to take the GALLUP Strengths Finder test, which will calculate the participant’s Top 5 strengths ranging from relator, intellectual, execution, and influencing attributes. This understanding of one’s strengths will help them to discover the most fulfilling and rewarding roles for them.

Additionally, comprehension of one’s strengths will make maximizing one’s personal and professional potential simpler and clearer.

At the Office of Student Life there are a lot of services that students are offered, one being the purchase of discount movie tickets for AMC/Loews theaters. The tickets come in both Gold and Silver packages. The Gold ticket can be used for new release movies, and the Gold ticket is $8.50. The Silver ticket you must wait two weekends after the movie has been released, and it is priced at $7.00. You must have exact change and your Baruch ID to purchase these tickets. Students and staff can only purchase six tickets every seven days.

The great deal about these tickets is that they don’t expire. They are for life! The Student Life office is located in room 2-210.

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THE TICKER MEDIA The Ticker is the student-run newspaper of Baruch College and has been a valuable component of Baruch since 1932. It has an audience of approximately 12,500 which includes students, staff members, faculty and administrators. It covers all the breaking news on campus, art reviews, sports, feature stories, science & technology, latest on the business world, editorials, leisure activities and campus events. Free copies of the newspaper can be found throughout the campus.

WBMB MEDIA

Discounts Offered by OSL WBMB’s Balls to The Wall is Baruch’s Premier Dodgeball competition between 8 to 16 teams with the proceeds going to Colleges Against Cancer.

WBMB Radio is a New York FM station and it was founded at Baruch in 1985. At this amazing media center of Baruch, students turn themselves into show hosts, writers, graphic designers, DJs, aspiring record producers and would-be comedians. It is a great place to learn the skills needed to work in the music industry. Once tuned in, music of different genres for various audiences can be heard.

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ABSOLUTE ADRENALINE

ALPHA KAPPA PSI

ALPFA

ATHLETICS

AA is designed to encourage Baruch students to develop a healthy, fun, and active lifestyle through adventurous events.

GREEK

Alpha Kappa Psi is a coed business fraternity that strives to build higher ideals in business and in life for its members and the public.

ALPHA PHI DELTA

ACCOUNTING SOCIETY

GREEK

APD is an Italian-American fraternity with a belief that academics, athletics, and a social atmosphere are all essential to college life.

BARUCH ORG OF SOVIET STUDENTS GREEK

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

To provide those interested in actuarial career with academic and professional resources to help them achieve their goals.

APO is a co-ed service fraternity that provides its members with the opportunity to develop leadership skills and provide service.

AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL

ADMISSIONS AMBASSADOR The club works to familiarize new and perspective students with the admissions process and all that Baruch College has to offer.

ARCHERY CLUB

ADVERTISING DESIGN SOCIETY

The club perpetuates, fosters and directs the sport of archery in the Baruch community through practices, competitions, and other fun activities.

ARGENTINE TANGO CLUB

AFRICAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION This clubs represents, unifies, and empowers students of African descent while supporting their academic and professional journies.

The Tango Club aims to alleviate stress through Argentine Tango dance sessions.

ASCEND

AIESEC NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

International not-for-profit organization run by students across 124 countries; Provides leadership opportunities, international internships, & a global learning environment towards a positive impact on society.

Jewish Fraternity that provides opportunities for Jewish men seeking the best possible collegiate and fraternity experience and strengthen the tie to the Jewish community that creates a link between high school and career.

ASIAN CULTURAL EXCHANGE

ALPHA KAPPA DELTA PHI GREEK

AKDP promotes Sisterhood, Scholarship, Leadership, Service and Asian American awareness at Baruch and in the community.

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Unites and educates students of Dominican descent through the effective presentation of professional, social, cultural and educational events.

This clubs allows an eclectic number of Asian cultures to come together to show their pride in their race and ethnicity.

CAC is a nationwide collaboration of college students, faculty, and staff dedicated to ending cancer.

CORPORATE ETHICS & ETIQUETTE SOCIETY

DEBATE TEAM

CULTURAL

An organization focused on raising awareness of the many successes of the Caribbean community.

The Debate Team sets out to develop and improve speaking and critical thinking skills.

As a team, they compete in regional tournaments.

DELTA SIGMA PI

HILLEL AT BARUCH

eXchange Support’s vision is to help exchange students transition into Baruch and New York City.

Delta Sigma Pi is a co-ed professional business fraternity that fosters academic and professional growth for its members.

CULTURAL

Hillel is the center for Jewish life at Baruch. Their mission is to enrich the lives of Jewish students.

HINDU STUDENT ASSOCIATION

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

Provide a platform for students Interested in fashion or pursuing a career in the fashion industry.

FUSION

SPIRITUAL

The club fosters a community for students to learn about the Hindu faith as well as appreciate the coexistence of all faiths.

HISTORY CLUB CULTURAL

FUSION is dedicated to promoting and educating students about the Filipino culture along with creating cultural bridges between Filipinos and non-Filipinos.

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

FES strives to connect Baruch students and the financial community, including Wall Street.

G.L.A.S.S. GREEK

ATHLETICS

Health and Fitness Club aims to teach students to invest in themselves, their health, and their overall well-being.

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

FINANCE & ECONOMICS SOCIETY COMPETING

CULTURAL

This club is dedicated to the South Asian film industry so they can provide students a platform to showcase their talents.

HEALTH & FITNESS CLUB

The ECO Club brings together students who share concern for the environment in order to better the world we live in.

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

C.E.E.S aims to provide its members with knowledge on the importance of promoting cultures of integrity with a variety of professional events, speaking engagements and a networking environment.

ATHLETICS

This team represents Baruch in various handball competitions and promotes fun and physical education.

AWARENESS

FASHION INDUSTRY CLUB

WIB aims to provide women with the resources and training necessary to become successful leaders in the business world.

Baruch’s Black Student Union embodies black beauty and power in order to uplift and educate Baruch students.

Members aim to provide awareness of the Ecuadorian culture, traditions, and customs among Baruch Students.

eXchange Support

AWARENESS

Provides future professionals in the science and medicine field with resources and networking opportunities to prepare them for higher education in their desired fields.

CULTURAL

HANDBALL MANIACS

ECO

CCF helps spread the word of God and provide a comfortable environment for Christians on campus.

HONORS SOCIETY

The organization’s mission is to recognize and encourage scholars and to promote volunteering services.

CULTURAL

SPIRITUAL

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

CARRIBEAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION CULTURAL

Chi Alpha Epsilon’s mission is to credit students with outstanding academic achievements and to keep them motivated.

WOMEN IN BUSINESS

BOLLYWOOD JALWA CULTURAL

GREEK

ECUADORIAN CLUB

HONORS SOCIETY

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

BLACK STUDENT UNION

ASEDOM

ALPHA EPSILON PI

Beta Phi Sigma‘s mission is to support the vitality of women and strengthen the voice of children

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

Ascend is a professional organization that aims to help members gain leadership roles in Global Businesses for Pan-Asians.

E-Sports Association unites students who are interested in gaming and would like to meet fellow gamers at Baruch.

GREEK

BIO-MED SOCIETY ARTS

CULTURAL

The Chess Club provides students a place to play chess, relax, and make friends.

CHI ALPHA EPSILON NHS

CULTURAL

This club aims to connect students to try different cuisines and indulge in the history of food.

GOLDEN KEY RECREATION

COLLEGES AGAINST CANCER

BETA PHI SIGMA

The Dream Team provides students with resources and information with regards to information and education. It can be considered a safe haven for dreamers and allies.

RECREATION

CHINESE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

BAP aims to encourage and give recognition to scholastic and professional excellence in the financial services industry.

GLOBAL CUISINE SOCIETY AWARENESS

E-SPORTS ASSOCIATION

CHESS CLUB

GREEK

ATHLETICS

ARTS

ADs engages students through language, words, art, passion. Creating a diverse collection of creative visions.

B.O.S.S aims to expand the knowledge of Russian culture among the students of Baruch as well as give the students of Soviet descent a place to socialize with others of similar heritage.

BETA ALPHA PSI

Amnesty International strives to inspire students to make a difference for people whose human rights are denied or infringed upon.

This club’s mission is to empower high school students across the country to achieve their goals through the prudent and informed management of their financial resources.

CULTURAL

AWARENESS

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

DREAM TEAM @ BARUCH AWARENESS

CULTURAL

Bangladesh Student Association aims to promote and engage students in the cultural and educational value of the rich, native Bengali culture.

ALPHA PHI OMEGA

ACTUARIAL SCIENCE SOCIETY

ALPFA aims to expand Latino leadership by providing students with access to various resources and professional opportunities.

BANGLADESH STUDENT ASSOCIATION

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

The Accounting Society’s main purpose is to prepare business students for the accounting, tax, audit and CIS professions.

CENTS ABILITY

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

The History Club’s goal is to bring students together who are ehtusiastic about history. The club holds speaker events and helps history majors plan their career.

IMPACT CLUB NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

Members of IMPACT aim to widen students’ understanding of Public Affairs and the diverse career opportunities within the field.

INDIAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION AWARENESS

The purpose of G.L.A.S.S. is to provide a safe haven for people within the LGBTQIA Community and spread awareness of the issues they face.

CULTURAL

ISA’s members aim to bridge the gap between Indian and non-Indian students throughout Baruch College.

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INTER GREEK COUNCIL

KAPPA PHI LAMBDA

MATHEMATICS SOCIETY

GREEK

The Council’s goal is to increase Greek presence and awareness within the Baruch community.

GREEK

Kappa Phi Lambda is an organization that embraces leadership, service, cultural diversity, academic excellence, and sisterhood.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORGANIZATION

KOREAN CAMPUS CRUSADERS FOR CHRIST

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

SPIRITUAL

This club seeks to aid International Students on campus in transitioning into the campus and NYC.

INTERVARSITY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

KCC is a Christian club that helps students develop personal relationships with God and grow as disciples of Jesus.

KOREAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION

SPIRITUAL

IVCF exists to promote a community that transforms students, renews Baruch, and develops world changers.

INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT GROUP

LAMBDA UPSILON LAMBDA

IOTA NU DELTA

La Unidad Latina: This fraternity aims to unite men in brotherhood to serve the Latino Community.

The first and only internationally recognized Asian interest fraternity whose focus is in serving the community, increasing Asian awareness, and encouraging academic and personal growth.

LAMBDA PI UPSILON

Japan Club promotes Japanese cultural awareness as well as provides career opportunities for Japanese students and those interested in Japan.

JAPANESE ANIME ASYLUM The Japanese Anime Asylum is a club for Baruch students who share a common interest in this style of animation and graphic design.

K-STYLE

CULTURAL

LASO helps develop strong ties between students and the Latin Community.

LE CLUB FRANCAIS (LE CLUB FRANCOPHONE)

PUBLIC RELATIONS STUDENT (PRSSA) GREEK

A fraternity that focuses on the 7 Principles: Brotherhood, Unity, Discipline, Service, Pride, Professionalism and Leadership.

An organization that consists of member of different cultural backgrounds with the common passion for dance.

AWARENESS

An organization where students raise funds and educate others about children born with facial deformities.

PSA celebrates the culture and livelihood of Pakistan with various events.

PHI ETA SIGMA

CULTURAL

NABA

POLISH CLUB

NSLS

CULTURAL

K-Style (Korean Culture Club) is focused on providing significant opportunities for students to immerse themselves in the Korean culture.

This organization promotes the practice of the french language and the awareness of the francophone cultures on campus through different sorts of cultural events and professional opportunities.

National Society of Leadership and Success is a community of leaders organized to help people discover and achieve their goals.

An organization dedicated to expanding student knowledge of Polish traditions, customs, and values.

MARKETERS OF BARUCH (MoB) GREEK

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

The first Asian interest Sorority established on the grounds of leadership, scholarship, and social development.

This club aims to help students who are interested in the fields of marketing and advertising to develop the skills needed to better themselves as professionals.

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NEW YORK MUSIC INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION ARTS

The goal of NYMIA is to help students who are artists or interested in the music industry develop the right contacts, skills and experience through putting on shows, networking, panels, and discussions.

This society brings together students of culturally and economically diverse backgrounds through professional and social development.

HONORS SOCIETY

Sigma Alpha Delta is an honors society determined to making a difference in the community and improving the quality of life.

CULTURAL

A community for Colombian students who strive to create partnerships and services for fellow members.

STUDENT VETERANS ASSOCIATION NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

This organization helps veterans transition to Baruch serving as a support network for their needs and empowers them to succeed as undergraduates.

TABLE TENNIS CLUB

Through the years, Sigma Beta Rho has carried out their ideals of society, brotherhood and remembrance with excellence and faithfulness.

ATHLETICS The Table Tennis Club caters to players of all levels, open both to students interested in learning the basics and to those seeking to play competitively.

TAIWANESE STUDENT ASSOCIATION GREEK

Organization of diverse college-educated and professional women dedicated to uplifting traditionally marginalized groups, especially Latinos and women, by serving as a voice and means for empowerment.

SIGMA SIGMA RHO

PORCOLOMBIA

CULTURAL

An organization focused on celebrating the achievements of the Caribbean Community.

GREEK

SIGMA LAMBDA UPSILON

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

CULTURAL

An organization focused on educating the Baruch community about various South Asian cultures and issues they face.

SOCA

SIGMA BETA RHO

CULTURAL

AWARENESS

A club that engages students with weekly discussions to discover solutions for border dilemmas.

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

ARTS

This club provides a friendly and inspirational environment for sharing the love of photography.

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

A society that serves the needs of HR majors and students in the HR profession.

SOUTH ASIAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION

ATHLETICS The Baruch Hockey team is a member of the Eastern Collegiate Roller Hockey Association competing in the Division II league and looking for more members every year to help further their development.

SIGMA ALPHA DELTA HONOR SOCIETY

PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

NABA supports people of color by furthering their educational and professional aspirations in the business field.

REACT to FILM’s Baruch College Chapter screens social issue based docs on campus to promote social responsibility and spark civic engagement.

HONORS SOCIETY

A national honors society that encourages and rewards academic excellence among freshmen in universities.

SOCIETY FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MGMT

SOLUTIONS ACROSS BORDERS

SEEK SOCIETY

CULTURAL

ATHLETICS

A community for soccer fans to play, watch, and bond over soccer.

AWARENESS

ROLLER HOCKEY CLUB

OPERATION SMILE

PAKISTANI STUDENT ASSOCIATION

MSA aims to build awareness of Islam and provide a community for Muslim students in Baruch.

PRSSA is a community of public relations and communications professionals worldwide, connecting students to members.

REACT TO FILM

This club supports incoming students from Hong Kong while raising awareness on the culture and customs of Hong Kong.

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

An organization that aims to educate the Baruch community on Muslim business and create a networking system of students and alumni.

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

CULTURAL

CULTURAL

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LPiU exists to empower women and to help the underprivileged members of the American society by changing, challenging, and improving society’s defects.

An organization consisting of members interested in pursuing graduate school— particularly in the legal field.

ARTS

GREEK

LATIN AMERICAN STUDENT ORGANIZATION ARTS

This club aims to increase student knowledge of the globalism through the view of the United Nations.

MUSLIM STUDENT ASSOCIATION

CULTURAL

The Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Student Association secures internships for students and makes it possible for them to obtain a CNP accreditation—Certified Nonprofit Professional.

NYC HONG KONG CLUB

MUSLIM BUSINESS ASSOCIATION GREEK

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

AWARENESS

MUSIC AND PERFORMING ARTS GUILD

LAMBDA PHI EPSILON

JAPAN CLUB

Mexiculture promotes the awareness of the history, struggles, and achievements of the Mexican Community.

SOCCER CLUB

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

NU ALPHA PI CULTURAL

GREEK

GREEK

This national fraternity carries principles of mind, body, and soul with the assurance of eternal brotherhood.

MEXICULTURE

MODEL UNITED NATIONS

KSA will work to strengthen communication by addressing student concerns, promoting academic excellence, and working to improve the relationship between the college and the community.

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

Members manage a portfolio of financial positions across many sectors as preliminary training in investment management.

Brings together all those interested in mathematics while providing a forum that is accessible to all members and visitors, regardless of their degree of knowledge and make the theories of math tangible.

CULTURAL

PRE-LAW SOCIETY

NONPROFIT LEADERSHIP ALLIANCE

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

CULTURAL

This club serves as a bridge between the Baruch Community and Taiwanese students.

THE GRID GREEK

This sorority defines sisterhood amongst South Asian women and a belief in unity for their cultural beliefs and values.

RECREATION

The Grid is a table top gaming club, engaging students in board games, role playing games, and card games.

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THETA PHI GAMMA

UNITED SIKH ASSOCIATION

GREEK

This sorority promotes the ideals of sisterhood, womanhood, and diversity with many philanthropic causes.

TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL

The purpose of this club is to create awareness about the Sikh religion at Baruch.

VIETNAMESE STUDENT ASSOCIATION

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

This club is dedicated to promoting Vietnamese heritage among the Baruch Community.

TRANSFER STUDENT ORGANIZATION

WALL STREET CLUB

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

ARTS

WEST INDIAN CULTURE CLUB ATHLETICS

Yofi is dedicated to promoting Israel advocacy among the Baruch Community.

ZETA PHI ALPHA

This club brings the West Indian experience to the Baruch community. It allow individuals to get an intimate feel of the West Indian culture through weekly activities and various events.

GREEK

This sorority’s philosophy centers around women who are passionate, driven, and dedicated to their goals and beliefs.

WISHES

CULTURAL

Women in Business Fashion Show

CULTURAL

CULTURAL

UNITED CHINESE LANGUAGE ASSOCIATION

One of the most colorful events that takes place off campus is Absolute Adrenaline’s outdoor paintball event. Chock full of colors, this event is open to everyone and anyone looking to get out and get pumped.

This society promotes the art of creative writing by supporting student writers.

YOUTH ORGANIZATION FOR ISRAEL

This club aims to educate students about the different fields of the financial services industry through events and workshops.

This club is for anyone interested in playing Ultimate Frisbee with other Baruch Students.

Absolute Adrenaline Paintball

WRITER’S SOCIETY

NETWORKING/PROFESSIONAL DEV.

TSO was founded to help transfer students get the most out of their collegiate experiences at Baruch.

CLUB LIFE EVENTS

CULTURAL

This club’s mission is to empower women by helping them gain the true knowledge and practice of Islam.

CULTURAL

Baruch Toastmasters has helped over 10,000 students improve their communication and leadership skills by providing a friendly and open venue for those interested in practicing their public speaking.

ULTIMATE FRISBEE CLUB

WOMEN IN ISLAM CULTURAL

Student Life: Battle of Lexington

Every February, students get together to watch a double-header basketball game of Baruch’s very own Bearcats in the ARC gym. Fans also compete head-to-head in the ultimate fan contest, competing to win prizes like iPads and gift cards.

African Student Assoc.

Taste of Africa

The African Student Association gives the Baruch community a “Taste of Africa” through country-specific performances, food and fashion.

AWARENESS

Caribbean Student Association Fashion Show

Each Spring during Caribbean Appreciation Week, CSA hosts their annual fashion show to display the trends in the Caribbean culture and talents of students through modeling and performances.

Golden Key Clash of the Bearcats

This is a sports competition to raise funds for Relay For Life. Golden Key selects 10 organizations to compete for two days. The 1st place winner wins a medal and a $100 gift card for each member of the team.

(Women Inspired by Service, Honesty, Education, and Sisterhood) is a club dedicated to promoting the awareness of domestic violence.

UCLA strives to promote and educate Baruch students of the Chinese culture and language.

Women In Business hosts an annual fashion show featuring Baruch student models, showcasing different segments of varying types of business wear.

Black Student Union Fashion Show

Join the Black Student Union in their annual fashion show that highlights the rich African American culture through student models. The night is filled with special performances by students and special guests.

CLUB LIFE INFORMATION

Phi Eta Sigma: Masquerade

CLUB HOURS Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30PM to 2:30PM 12:30 PM are known as club hours.

TO During this time, no class2:30 PM es are scheduled and students are given free time to attend any programs of their choice, such as cultural, social and/or professional events.

interclubaffairs@gmail.com

CLUB AREA Many clubs on campus share a space on the third floor of the Newman Vertical Campus. The Club Room Area is located on the west wing of the third floor. Also located in the Club Area are: the Game Room, Health & Wellness,Veterans’Services,ReligiousChaplins’ offices, Lexicon, the Ticker, WBMB and USG.

If you have any questions, concerns, or would like to get in contact with a club, please e-mail this address.

If you have any questions, concerns, and/or would like to know more about Greek life at Baruch, please e-mail this address.

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Japan Club West Meets East Matsuri Celebrate the fusion of Japanese and American culture with an award winning & media-recognized cultural festival hosted by the Japan Club. From the moment a student enters, he or she will experience everything about the Japanese culture from traditional wear and delicious Japanese treats to special performances by various Japanese professionals and international artists.

IVCF Baruch Live

Every year, InterVarsity Christian Fellowship throws a free concert that invites popular Christian rock, rap, pop and spoken word artists to Baruch.

The Masquerade Ball entices students every year with its seductive theme and great music. Always promising fun, this is a party that couples entertainment with raising money for a charity of choice.

F.U.S.I.O.N. Fear Factor Created to ‘unite students in other nations’, Fear Factor is an event that puts students’ and even some faculty members’ courage to the test! Featuring exotic and “strange” dishes from all over the world, contestants (as well as the audience) are encouraged to indulge.

The event features games meant to toy with all of your senses.

ALPFA Business Banquet

Baruch students are invited to join ALPFA partnering corporations and other college chapters in their annual Business Banquet. This event is held at the end of the year to celebrate both successful professionals and student leaders.

igcbaruch@gmail.com

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Relay for Life

Bollywood Jalwa & PSA Junoon Night Fashion Show

Help fight Cancer by joining the American Cancer Society at Baruch’s annual Relay for Life event. In April, Baruch students spend a whole night participating in events inside the gym from a walkathon to playing games for the sake of raising money and promoting cancer awareness. The event is one of the highlights of the efforts made throughout the year to collect donations.

Junoon Night is dedicated to Pakistani couture fashion and allows everyone to experience these cultural garbs on the runway. The experience is further enriched with traditional Pakistani cuisine as well as an open dance floor to dance the night away.

Muslim Student Association & Women In Islam Islamic Awareness Night Taiwanese Student Association: Night Market The night markets of Taiwan are an essential part of popular culture featuring a mixture of individual stalls for food, clothing, daily goods and entertainment. Whether you’ve been to Taiwan before, or have always been curious about Taiwanese culture, the Baruch Night Market will offer a dazzling array of vendors and games that just might put Taiwan at the top of your next vacation destinations!

Vietnamese Student Association Paris By Night

“Paris by Night” was inspired by a Vietnamese show that features musical performances, cultural and modern dances, and other acts in the performing arts.

VSA is bringing back this experience to our campus in a gala-type setting to showcase Vietnamese culture.

With all the unfortunate events occurring around the Muslim world, Muslim Student Association and Women In Islam throw an event to shed light on the religion of Islam and clear up common misconceptions that have arisen in people’s minds.

Transfer Student Organization: Welcome Party

At the start of every semester, TSO hosts an event to welcome incoming students. The party features fun activities, food, music, and a chance to meet over 30 invited clubs to learn about the many ways of getting involved on campus. This party is both entertaining and engaging, and a great way to begin every semester!

AIESEC:Global Village UCLA: Chinese New Year Festival

Chinese New Year is celebrated every year at Baruch thanks to the United Chinese Language Association’s continuous dedication to Chinese culture. This event showcases great performances and great cuisine.

AIESEC puts together a celebration of Baruch’s diverse student body through a collaboration with all of the cultural clubs on campus. There is always food, performances, activities and cultural displays.

International Student Organization Thanksgiving Dinner

Previously an event organized by USG, this year ISO Baruch hosts this feast of holiday treats and festive performances to help both international and exchange students understand this American custom and celebrate a special day together.

G.L.A.S.S. Freakfest

Kappa Phi Alpha: BASU Hindu Student Association Holi Festival

Come join G.L.A.S.S. and USG this Halloween for a costume party to celebrate the end of LGBTQIA month.

The Baruch Asian Student Union Show is a culture and variety show hosted every spring at the end of the Asian Pacific Heritage Month. It is composed of various dances, singing, skits and modeling all depicting Asian culture made up by organizations at Baruch College who promote Asian culture.

The Holi Festival was first held in Spring last year by the Hindu Student Association as a celebration of the fun, beautiful and cultural festival of colors. Reach out to HSA if you want to get involved, since they expect this year’s event to be bigger than ever!

GREEK Week Greek Week is the perfect way to taste Greek Life. Specifically for fraternities and sororities, this event allows students to experience an entire showcase of Greeks at Baruch.

Soccer Club Baruch Champions League The Baruch Champions League is an 8 team, 4 week soccer tournament with over 80 players and participants. Played in the auxiliary gym, Baruch students battle against each other in one of the tightest competitions of the year.

United Sikh Association:Bhangra Bash

Japanese Anime Asylum: BAACON

Bhangra Bash, one of the best bhangra nights of the DMV area, brings the vibrant culture from Punjab, India to Baruch. From traditional Indian attires and mouth-watering food to the beats of the best South Asian DJ in NYC., this event has it all. With a record attendance last year of over 500 people, Bhangra Bash 2014 promises to be bigger and better than ever!

BAACON is a free mini anime convention with games, prizes and panels that provide fun for students while working to raise money for charity with raffles. Students participate in games and panels and even eat at a maid café to get the full experience of an anime convention.

NYCHKC Singing Contest

The NYC Hong Kong Club will host a singing contest to emphasize karaoke and singing as an important aspect of Hong Kong pop culture.

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La Unidad Latina Reggaeton Fest

Reggaeton Fest is a night of Latin Urban music for Baruch students to enjoy. Last year, the night consisted of mainly Reggaeton; a genre that is exploding throughout Latin America. La Mega’s 97.9 very own DJ Lobo ‘El Matatan’ spun as the event’s special guest DJ alongside DJ Heavyness ‘The Party Assassin’.

Accounting Society Luncheon

Anyone with an interest in accounting should take this great opportunity to network with professionals from the top four accounting firms and other companies as well as their peers.

Chinese Christian Fellowship: Music Cafe Music Cafe is an evangelical event that will give the students of Baruch an opportunity to experience the gospel through music. During the event, Chinese Christian Fellowship invites some guest speakers to share the message, followed by ice breaking games, worship, testimonies and refreshment time.

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BaruchHERITAGE CommunityMONTHS LATINO HERITAGE MONTH

From mid-September to mid-October, Baruch celebrates the Latino heritage of its students through live entertainment, Latino-flavored cuisine and panel discussions on the history & influence of Latino culture in the 21st Century. Events such as Calentura: Ignite the Stage and ¡Carnaval! feature Latino dances and music while other events such as the DREAM Debate encourage a political discussion and action among Baruch students.

LGBTQ HISTORY MONTH

USG ANNUAL EVENTS THE BERNIES The Bernies is an annual award show presented by the Undergraduate Student Government that recognizes and celebrates the best events of the year and the outstanding achievements of organizations as well as individuals at Baruch.

October celebrates the diverse LGBTQIA Community in America. Parties and events, such as a pride parade, panels, speaker events and the Freakfest party celebrate the LGBTQIA community. The history month aims to spread awareness of the LGBTQIA community’s contributions to society and the problems they still face by focusing on the political, social and educational issues most important to Baruch College’s LGBTQIA community.

BEARCATS ON ICE At the beginning of every Spring semester, USG rents the ice-skating rink at Rockefeller Plaza in Manhattan exclusively for Baruch students. Students have the opportunity to enjoy an evening of free ice skating with their friends in Rockefeller Center, a one-of-a-kind experience.

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH

WINTER VILLAGE/INTERFAITH HOLIDAY PARTY

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

USG, along with Baruch’s many faith-based organizations, host a party to celebrate the various holidays within the different religious communities at Baruch College. Together, they all dine and learn about the different religious holidays through interactive entertainment put together by student leaders.

Black History Month at Baruch College honors the black community and highlights the significant economic, political and social issues that impact the black community. During the month, students will be able to explore and gain an understanding of this storied cultural history. Annual events include a fashion show, a gala, Divine Nine and an open forum on black empowerment.

March commemorates Women’s History Month at Baruch. Events reflect upon the remarkable contributions and success of women who worked tirelessly to achieve their dreams despite prejudices. This month also features Baruch’s annual Pearls of Wisdom, a celebratory dinner that features several female speakers sharing their “pearls of wisdom” with students. Other annual events include the Phenomenal Women’s Dinner and a celebration of International Womens Day.

ASIAN PACIFIC HERITAGE MONTH

CARIBBEAN WEEK

BARUCH’S GOT TALENT This annual show hosted by USG allows Baruch students to feature their various talents in arts and entertainment to compete with their peers for an ultimate prize. Judges are comprised of experienced professionals in the music industry.

BARUCH BASH

April is dedicated to the Asian and Pacific-American community at Baruch. Events such as East Meets West Matsuri, Taste of Asia and the Art & Film Festival highlight the richness and diversity of Asian culture through art, live performances, delicious food and discussions on the meaning of the Asian-American identity in today’s world.

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Caribbean Week is a week of West Indian cultural appreciation for the Caribbean community at Baruch College. The week includes annual events like an opening ceremony, Cari-Baruch, an intramural soccer tournament and a cultural fashion show. Activities throughout the week display the vibrancy and diversity of the Caribbean islands and promises to educate, engage, and inspire Baruch students and staff of Caribbean heritage.

Celebrate the end of another year with USG’s annual party-Baruch Bash-that is hosted at an off campus venue. Dress to impress and enjoy a night of entertainment, music, food, and fun with the entire school.

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EXECUTIVE BOARD 2014-2015

What is USG?

GABRIELLA VISHNEVSKAYA

SAMUEL RUBINSTEIN

The Student Services Committee’s main goal is to enrich the college life of the everyday Baruch student. The committee works to put together various events that would help and/ or entertain the general Baruch public. The committee does this by listening to the wants and needs of the Baruch undergraduate student body. Such events in the past have included: ice skating at Rockefeller Center, a comedy show, Baruch’s Got Talent, coffee socials and much more.

The Academic Affairs Committee represents the academic interests of Baruch College students at college-wide committee meetings that consist of faculty, administrative, and student representatives. These college-wide committees meet periodically and are responsible for everything from teacher evaluations to curriculum changes.

VP of Student Services

CONNOR LEVENS PRESIDENT

connor.levens@usgbaruch.com

MICHAEL HARRIS EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT michael.harris@usgbaruch.com

TO ENSURE AN INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Host and co-sponsor various large-scale events and parties

JANE HA TREASURER

jane.ha@usgbaruch.com

VERONICA GAVRYUSHENKO SECRETARY veronica.gavryushenko@usgbaruch.com

We, The Undergraduate Student Government of Baruch College (USG), are the governing body representing undergraduate students at Baruch College.

Create initiatives and programs to fulfill the needs of students Advocate on behalf of Baruch and CUNY students to legislators in Albany Represent student interests on various college-wide committees with the school’s administrators Fund, regulate, and support student clubs and organizations

To do all of this, we directly manage a budget of more than $1 million, derived from the Student Activity Fee that all undergraduate students pay as a part of their tuition.

We realize that we’re not the only organization in this school who wants to reach out to the everyday student with social, cultural, educational, and professional experiences on campus. Therefore, we focus on being the backbone to student clubs in order to help each of them with their unique missions. We think it goes without saying that if we work together with club leaders to ensure club life’s prosperity, we will help student life grow. We look forward to partnering with clubs and departments to help organize more quality and diverse events to engage every student—the everyday student.

W

e want Baruch students to graduate satisfied with their undergraduate experience. More importantly, we want them to feel ready and prepared to enter the job market. We want more opportunities, services, and programs that will not only make our campus more enjoyable, but also a place that will empower students to reach for their dreams. So look forward to a fun, supportive, and inspirational year!

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The student body elects all Executive Board Members, Vice Presidential Senators, Representative Senators, University Student Senators and Board Members in April for the following academic year. Students can choose to run independently or with a party/slate by submitting a declaration of candidacy form to the Office of Student Life (OSL). The Student Election Review Committee (SERC) is comprised of faculty and students that monitors USG elections to ensure a fair election for all candidates.

The commitee also works closely with the Inter-Club Affairs Committee, which serves just under 200 clubs that all have different needs for students. The Student Services Committee assists both new and existing clubs in anything they require in order to be successful by coordinating co-sponsorships between clubs and USG. The commitee is passionate about making other Baruch students love Baruch as much as we do and thus is open to any creativity and flexibility provided by students looking to join the committee.

VP of Academic Affairs

This committee is also responsible for organizing academically themed events and initiatives. Past events include panel discussions and USG’s International Education Week and Registration Domination. Future plans include major-related events and foreign language promotion.

If you would like to understand how the college is administered on an academic level, represent the academic interests of students, or help put together events, contact the Vice President of Academic Affairs, Samuel Rubinstein.

gabriella.vishnevskaya@usgbaruch.com

samuel.rubinstein@usgbaruch.com

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ABRAHAM ALBARRACIN

NARDINE SALAMA

VP of Legislative Affairs

VP of Campus Affairs

The Legislative Affairs committee allows Baruch students to understand the legislative process on a local, state and federal level. The committee gives an opportunity for students to understand and embrace the importance of advocacy not only in our Baruch community, but the community around us.

Advocacy and civic engagement activities include our annual Get Out the Vote Rally, which allows us to register many of our students for city, state and federal elections. In addition, active committee members get a hands-on opportunity to lobby legislators on priority items like facilities, veterans’ resources and students with disabilities. Active students get an opportunity to meet their local legislators by attending The New York State Black/Puerto Rican Caucus.

The Campus Affairs Committee is responsible for three vital aspects of the Baruch College campus. The first two involve working closely with club life. The committee coordinates with clubs and organizations to host events, working with the finance committee to review and approve constitutions for new clubs and organizations. In addition to creating a social atmosphere around campus, the committee also works to improve physical facilities that affect the students’ college experience.

Any student who is interested in law and policy or this committee’s goals, contact the Vice President of Legislative Affairs, Abraham Albarracin.

This committee works to ensure that every Baruch Student has an enjoyable college experience and to ascertain that the facilities are up to par.

Any student who is interested in event planning or wants to work on keeping our school comfortable and aesthetically pleasing, contact the Vice President of Campus Affairs, Nardine Salama.

abraham.albarracin@usgbaruch.com

nardine.salama@usgbaruch.com

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BaruchisCommunity What USG?THE SENATE TABLE AROUND CHRISTOPHER EUBANKS | CHAIR OF APPEALS Student clubs and organizations are allocated funds in their budget by the Representative Senators of the previous year’s Undergraduate Student Government to use for the current academic year. However, most clubs come up with new programs and initiatives throughout the year. It is the job of the Appeals Committee to help these organizations obtain extra funding from USG. The committee meets with the club representatives and review their proposals for allocation of funds. The Appeals Committee then presents the proposals to the current Representative Senators, who vote on how much additional funding the clubs shoulds receive.

Members of the Appeals committee will have hands-on experience in dealing with club budgets, working with meritorious student leaders, as well as presenting proposals during the Senate meetings which are open to all Baruch students. The Appeals committee actively recruits all students of any major to join. To become a member of the Appeals committee, contact the Chair of Appeals, Chris Eubanks or Vice-Chair of Appeals, Ben Chatham at Benjamin.Chatham@usgbaruch.com.

christopher.eubanks@usgbaruch.com

VIVIAN LAU | CHAIR OF MARKETING The Marketing Committee works closely with the other committees and members of USG to help make their initiatves known around campus. We help promote the various events, programs and school-related activities happening on campus to the student body. To do this, members of the marketing committee are responsible for creating new and innovative methods to reach students on campus. This includes media on social websites, flyers, promotional items, and much more.

Becoming a member of the Marketing Committee is a great opportunity for those who are interested in marketing, graphic design, producing, directing and/or video-editing. It is also a great way to get involved on campus and learn more about the values and initiatives that USG promotes. The committee is always searching for those who are interested in contributing creative designs and ideas to reinforce the efforts of USG. If you are interested and want to learn more about the Marketing Committee, contact the Chair of Marketing, Vivian Lau.

vivian.lau@usgbaruch.com

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MUEED KUMANDAN | CHAIR OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT The Professional Development Committee has been a key addition to USG as we continue to emphasize the importance of professional preparation towards prospective graduates at Baruch College.

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The committee will host professional events such as speaker-series, panel discussions, networking events and workshops. In addition, the committee will work closely with clubs and departments in order to offer valuable networking opportunities with experienced professionals from various sectors, and to help develop the required skills to achieve success in a competitive job market. In doing so, our goal is to utilize the Baruch Young Alumni Network and the diverse array of extremely knowledgeable professors at Baruch College.

KEVIN DAMRI | CHAIR OF FINANCE The Finance Committee is responsible for allocating funds gathered from the Student Activities Fee to on-campus clubs and organizations so that they may conduct successful and engaging events for not only their members but for all students of Baruch College. We allocate these funds on a per club/organization basis, taking into account the club/organization’s history, goals, outreach and efficiency.

To conclude, this particular committee is for anyone who is interested in expanding their network through event planning for professionally themed events. If you are interested, please contact the Chair of Professional Development, Mueed Kumandan.

Members of the committee attend events in order to a) ensure efficient spending of allocated funds and b) experience first-hand the impact their decisions have on club and student life at Baruch College.

The committee is a great way to get involved in student life at Baruch College. If you have any questions about the Finance Committee or would like to join, please contact the Chair of Finance, Kevin Damri.

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ANA BELEN GOMEZ FLOR | CHAIR OF INTER-CLUB AFFAIRS Student life at Baruch is driven by how many different clubs and organizations on campus communicate and use available resources to fulfill and execute events on and off campus. Inter-club Affairs assists to further the success of the many clubs and organizations at Baruch through education, communication, and evaluation.

The Inter-club Affairs committe works to educate clubs on policies and existing resources through meetings, workshops held on campus, online forums and social media. The committee assures effective communication by building a better relationship between clubs/organizations, the Undergraduate Student Government, and Student Life. Lastly, it evaluates clubs/organziations by attending and assessing their events and their role in fostering and improving student life at Baruch.

Students with a drive to help club life thrive and assist the committee in its many tasks, contact the Chair of Inter-club Affairs, Ana Belen Gomez Flor.

interclubsaffairs@gmail.com

The Community Outreach Committee’s purpose is to give back to the community on a local and global level.

The committee works hard to keep Baruch College reputable in its district. The committee uses a variety of ways to achieve its goals; some goals include: reaching out to the local community board for various causes and concerns, sending students on service learning trips, holding events for the community, hosting various drives, volunteering with various non-profits throughout the city, and fundraising for charities. The committee is dedicated in getting students involved outside the campus as well as getting students engaged in philanthropy.

This committee is for anyone who is interested in volunteering, philanthropy, public relations and service learning please contact the chair of the committee, Steven Huang if you are interested.

steven.huang@usgbaruch.com

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ROLE OF SENATORS Senators play an important role in getting things done, not just for USG, but for all of student life at Baruch College.

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Nine senators lead a committee which report to the Executive Board and the entire Senate at every USG meeting.

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Every Tuesday evening, the Senators and the Executive Board of USG meet to discuss various topics.

TOPICS OF DISCUSSION: CLUB BUDGETS CO-SPONSORSHIPS IMPROVING FACILITIES AND MUCH MORE

JEREMIAH MALLARI

jeremiah.mallari@usgbaruch.com

BENJAMIN CHA­­THAM

benjamin.chatham@usgbaruch.com

DANIEL DORNBAUM

daniel.dornbaum@usgbaruch.com

ALISA RUDY

alisa.rudy@usgbaruch.com

JOHNNY LI

johnny.li@usgbaruch.com

NORA SALAMA

nora.salama@usgbaruch.com

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Baruch Community UNIVERSITY STUDENT SENATE

Two senators from USG are chosen to be University Student Senate (USS) delegates, including two alternates. The USS delegates are responsible for representing Baruch College CUNY-wide by advocating student interests before the Board of Trustees. Their other responsibilites include lobbying elected officials in all levels and branches of government on behalf of students. In addition to advocating before the Board of Trustees and elected officials, the USS handles a steering committee that consists of a Chairperson and nine Vice-Chairs.

EMELYN FERNANDEZ

DONAVAN BORINGTON

emelyn.fernandez@usgbaruch.com

donavan.borington@usgbaruch.com

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

AUXILIARY ENTERPRISES CORP. Three student representatives and faculty deal with the school’s revenue and expenses while managing funding for certain areas of the school.

STUDENT PROGRAMMING BOARD

Four students promote and cultivate educational and social relations among students, faculty, and administrative staff of the College through a variety of initiatives.

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MICHAEL HARRIS

USS Senator Alternate

michael.harris@usgbaruch.com

STUDENT CENTER BOARD

AVI ATKIN

USS Senator Alternate avi.atkin@usgbaruch.com

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Three students make recommendations for the regulations and programs of the Student Center and provide fiscal oversight.

BARUCH COLLEGE ASSOCIATION Four members and faculty deal with issues and make decisions regarding USG, media entities, and the Office of Student Life (OSL).

STUDENT BUILDING FUND COMMITTEE

DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE

STUDENT MEDIA COUNCIL

Two students attend hearings about disciplining students and faculty that break school regulations.

Three students help monitor compliance by student media entities with their respective constitutions.

HEALTH ADVISORY BOARD

COMMUNICATIONS BOARD

ATHLETIC BOARD

Two members work closely with the Health and Wellness Center to coordinate health related events.

Four students review and recommend annual budget allocations for the various publications and communication facilities to the Budget Committee of the Association.

Three students make recommendations and provide oversight for the expenditure of student activity fees for athletic purposes.

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Three students help oversee the construction of Baruch’s new Student Building.

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Baruch Alumni:Community Baruch Success Stories The Office of Alumni Relations strives to sustain long-term relationships with the current and graduated students of Baruch College. They work closely with both existing and new alumni groups in order to reconnect with and stay informed about everything that’s going on within and around Baruch.

You can visit them in the 23rd Street Building on the 15th floor in Room 1504.

Ben Guttmann Major: Marketing Class of 2011

Jessie Wade Lee Major: Graphic Design Class of 2011

Jessie Wade Lee is the Head Creative and Social Media Guru of Playbutton LLC. Playbutton LLC. is a company that produces MP3-enabled buttons that can be pinned on clothing and bags. The company is focused on musicians and other companies looking for innovative marketing strategies.

Jessie works to make the world a more interesting visual place and give back to those in need.

Benjamin ‘Ben’ Guttman served as President of the Undergraduate Student Government from 2010–2011. Some of the achievements of his administration include: securing the Baruch College Plaza on East 25 Street, implementing a centralized waste management and recycling program across campus, and the development of the first few drafts of the Baruch College App for the iPhone.

Ben also started a new club on campus, Digital Natives, with Vladimir Lackovic. The club was centered on gathering students with an interest in web development and app design. Today, the club no longer has a presence on campus, but the two developed the club into a company which now supports various applications used at Baruch College.

Daniel Clivner Major: Finance

Class of 1981

Daniel Clivner attended Baruch College as a Baruch Scholar and graduated with a B.B.A. in Finance. He also attended St. John’s University School of Law. He is currently a Partner with Simpson Thacher & Barlett, LLP. He recently received the Frank Strassfeld Heritage Award from the Hollis Hills Jewish Center. Mr. Clivner is also a dedicated Baruch Alumni and a Trustee of the Baruch College Fund.

Kam Wong earned his B.B.A. in Accounting from Baruch after he immigrated to the United States from Hong Kong when he was 19. He completed his M.B.A. in Finance at Dowling College with a 4.0 grade point average while working for the Municipal Credit Union as Chief Financial Officer. As of 2007, he is MCU’s President and CEO. He was also presented with Baruch College’s President’s Medal in 2011 at a reception that celebrated Baruch’s Asian-American Alumni.

Lastly, in 2014, Ben’s achievements and community outreach efforts were recognized by the Queens Courier as pioneering and he was featured in the newspaper’s “40 Under 40” Rising Stars list.

Major: Accounting Class of 1980

Sarah Garibaldi Major: Marketing Class of 2002

Major: Political Science Class of 2002

Min. Nadja Fidelia holds a B.A. in Political Science from Baruch College, a Business Certificate from Columbia University’s Business School, and a Doctorate of Ministry in Theology from New York Theological Seminary. She was a Managing Director at Lehman Brothers for 19 years. She is also a Founding Member of Eland Capital, a division of The Williams Capital Group, L.P. She has served on the boards of the Apollo Theater Foundation, The Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, Fiver Children’s Foundation, and is a member of the Executive Leadership Council.

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Major: Accounting

Class of 1985

Cathy Avgiris

MIN. Nadja Fidelia

Kam Wong

Sara Garibaldi graduated Magna Cum Laude from Baruch with a B.B.A. in Marketing. During her time at Baruch, she was President of the Undergraduate Student Government for two years, Vice President of Public Relations for Golden Key International Honor Society, the Editor-in-Chief of Lexicon, and was the captain of the Women’s Softball team. Today, Sara is a Vice President at Ketchum, a world-leading public relations agency and currently leads the North America Gillette (P&G) business. Throughout her career, Sara has led fully integrated marketing communications campaigns across a diverse number of industries. She has led campaigns for brands like ABSOLUT, H&R Block, Vita Coco, Pfizer, Dunkin’ Donuts, GM, Royal Caribbean and M&M’s.

Cathy Avgiris received her B.A. in Accounting from Baruch in 1980. She is a licensed C.P.A. in New York and Pennsylvania.

She is currently the Executive Vice President and General Manager for Communications and Data Services at Comcast Cable–the first woman to ever hold this position. She was honored with the Vanguard Award, which is the cable industry’s most prestigious honor. Some of her many honors include being named one of CableFAX’s “Most Powerful Women in Cable” and one of PINK Magazine’s “Top 15 Women in Business.”

James Gary Pretlow Major: Business Administration Class of 1972

Assemblyman Pretlow is the current chair of the New York State Assembly’s Race and Wagering committee. He is also a member of the Codes, Cities, Rules, Ways and Means, Insurance, and Steering committee. He was elected to the State Assembly in 1992 to represent Mount Vernon and Yonkers, the 89th District. Assemblyman Pretlow previously served as President of the Mount Vernon City Council.

Prior to public service, he co-founded Moncur-Pretlow & Company, which offers financial planning and management consulting services.

Class Gift

The alumni department and USG work together every year to collect donations in order for the graduating class of that year to donate something to Baruch in order to enhance the campus.

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