Top 10 Resources for Lehman Transfer Students

Top 10 Resources for Lehman Transfer Students

By: Rebecca Hatch and Angela Garcia

So you’ve just stepped onto the Lehman College campus for the first time, and you’re wondering, “What resources does Lehman offer to me, a new transfer student?”

Well, keep reading to find out more about the top 10 resources that Lehman College has to offer to its transfers, and all of its beloved students!

1)    The Transfer Coaching Program- Currently located in Old Gym 118, this program works closely with transfers to ensure a smooth transition into Lehman College, while introducing them to campus life and resources through an array of workshops, social events, and informative tabling sessions. Sadly, this grant funded program will only be available to students for a limited time, so take advantage of it now!

2)    Leonard Lief Library- Aside from the usual benefits of a library, the Leonard Lief Library also provides additional services to Lehman students including:

·       Study rooms for groups of students

·       24/7 access to librarians by phone, face to face visit, or live chat online

·       Ipad loans for use on site for the day, or off campus for up to 2 days

·       Reserve collection for students to borrow required course readings with a valid Lehman ID

    3)  Child Care Center- Many Lehman students are also parents. The college accommodates this through its brand new, state of the art child care center which offers a safe, supportive, and stable educational environment for children on campus at affordable rates. There are toddler, pre-school, and after-school programs. These services are available to currently enrolled, matriculated students during class-related times and activities on campus.

4)    Career Services- (Shuster Hall room 259) Career Counselors prepare Lehman students to compete for jobs in today's competitive market. Students are offered career counseling, résumé and cover letter building tips, interview preparation, and job info sessions.

5)    Student Support Services- Several services on campus are focused on assisting Lehman students in both their academic and personal lives. Some of these services include:

·       Academic Center for Excellence (Old Gym 205): Offers workshops and tutoring for undergraduate and graduate students in writing, the humanities, and social sciences

·       Science Learning Center (Gillet 133): Offers workshops and tutoring in various science courses

·       Counseling Center (Old Gym 114): Offers free and confidential therapy which is provided in a safe environment where students can address issues that may be keeping them from attaining their academic goals. 

·       Student Health Center (T-3 118): A primary care facility available to all Lehman College students with a validated I.D. Most of the services are free of charge, while some have a small fee. 

      

6)    APEX - Houses the college swimming pool, basketball court, indoor track, workout center, and dance rooms. These facilities are FREE for students with a valid Lehman ID card.

7)    The Meridian- Lehman’s monthly periodical helps you catch up with all of the latest occurrences on campus. If you are unable to obtain your own hard-copy of the Meridian, the newspaper is also published online: 

       http://www.lcmeridian.com/about-us/

8)    The IT Center - Located in Carman Hall room 108, this is Lehman’s go to place for technological assistance. You can also use the center’s computers and printers to work on class assignments.

9)    Lehman Webmail- Every Lehman student has a college email account (typically first name.last name @lc.cuny.edu). Through this account, students are sent important emails regarding deadlines, classes, campus events, and other opportunities. Check it regularly! You can also access Microsoft Office for FREE through your Lehman College webmail.

   10) Student Life Building- The newly renovated Student Life Building is a great place to find respite and solace from a busy day of classes. You can “chillax” and play some games or just hang out with friends. This is also the place to go if you are interested in joining one (or more) of the many student clubs on campus!

You’ve officially been prepared to begin your life at Lehman College. See how many of these resources you can utilize during your first semester at Lehman!