Good to see you, First_Name.
November’s here, and you know what that means: the official, way too early, countdown to the holiday season has begun! But let's not get ahead of ourselves and forget that currently, tis' the season for gratitude and big-backedness. Yes, that's right. Thanksgiving is but two weeks away! The wonderful holiday where we simultaneously stuff our faces silly with food and gaslight ourselves into thinking we'll catch up on late schoolwork (and don't think it'll be any different this year..)! We know you're excited, Mountain Lions -- we are too -- but in the next few weeks, let's try to balance the delicate line between being full-time students and full-time food enthusiasts. We mustn't get rowdy. We can be civil here; let's be grown-ups. Let's all start by admitting that stuffing, mashed potatoes, and, yes, your grandma's mystery casserole are overrated Thanksgiving dishes (seriously...tell Nancy to put down the oven mitts...).
Nevertheless, in this issue, we’re serving up a buffet of updates, events, and opportunities to make sure you’re not just surviving but thriving (Yeah, we didn't forget about finals -- neither should you...). Think of it as a side dish of inspiration with a heaping scoop of community spirit—no calorie counting needed. (Okay, okay, let's stop with the puns for now...)
So, take a break from plotting your best route to the mashed potatoes and dig into this month’s Macaulay newsletter (Yeah, there's no way we were going to stop)!
Cheers to a November full of learning, laughter, and the perfect ratio of pie-to-plate!
We're certainly grateful for all of you here at MSC,
Happy pre-Thanksgiving! 🦃
From 67th, with love,
MSC ;)
We also acknowledge that many community members are going through difficult times and are concerned about student safety. If you ever need a mental break or need some help, don't hesitate to contact Macaulay Wellness and the Student Support Team. Your health comes first!
- Alternative Spring Break
- Do you want to get away while doing something great for the community? Then, consider applying to the Alternative Spring Break for an immersive week of service projects, leadership-building, and relationship-building. Students will be sent to direct community service projects in Albany, NY, and Montreal, Quebec. Community service hours will be provided. Applications and deposits are due December 2nd. There are only 20 spots available, so sign up ASAP if you are interested!
- Supporting Excellence Conference
- Do you enjoy excellence? Would you like to support said excellence? Well, then, join the Macaulay Diversity Initiative on November 14th from 5-8 pm for a conference focusing on the evolution of diversity! MDI will have a faculty keynote speech, a Macaulay alum panel, and reflective workshops. Food and SWAG will be provided!
- Finals Wellness
- Join Student Development on December 13th from 5-8 pm for Finals Wellness! This will be an opportunity for students to de-stress before finals! There’ll be a wide array of different activities for students to participate in: massages, pinatas, therapy animals, pilates, meditation, arts and crafts, club activities, and more! Don't miss out! Sign up today
- MSC End-of-Semester Holiday Party
- Join the Macaulay Scholars Council on December 6th from 7-9 pm for an excellent opportunity to make memories with your Macaulay peers as we near the end of the semester! The theme for this year's festivities will be ❄️Snow Ball ❄️!!!
- Interfaith Celebration
- Join MHC on December 13th at 2:15 pm for a 30-minute celebration of how many cultures commemorate light's power during a growing darkness season. The first 50 people will get SWAG!
- Giving Tuesday
- Giving Tuesday is an online fundraising event with proceeds to support clubs and student opportunities! The event will be held on December 3rd. Click on the link to see various ways to help and get involved!
- Spring 2025 Macaulay Central Courses
- This spring, explore various courses designed to deepen your knowledge and expand your perspective. Click on the link to explore the unique classes offered. To register, follow e-permit procedures through CUNYFirst. The deadline to enroll is December 19th. Email registration@macaulay.cuny.edu or view the FAQ if you have any questions.
Now, as always, feel free to contact us via email or on our social media to let us know how we're doing. Nothing makes us happier than hearing from you!
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