Spring 2022 Student Support Resources
A message from Lorenley Baez, Associate Provost for Academic Advising and Career Development; Zach Harrell, Interim Associate Provost for Student Success; Shondrika Merritt, Interim Associate Provost for Student Success; and Tracy Robin, Associate Provost for Student Health Services
Dear Students,
We are delighted to welcome you to your spring semester at The New School and hope your classes are off to a great start. As the new semester begins, Student Success is here to support your academic progress and connect you to The New School community.
The offices headed by your Student Success team are dedicated to enhancing your New School experience through academic and career advising, involvement opportunities, and support services for all students across the university. Please read the sections below for important reminders and resources available to you at the university.
Here are some highlights to get you started.
Want to Explore Your Academic Plan or Career Goals?
- Connect with your Academic Advisor for academic and career support.
- HireNew, The New School’s easy-to-use online career services portal, features a job/internship board, career event information and registration, and graduate career advising.
Need Support?
- Student Health Services (SHS) provides virtual counseling and telemedicine appointments, and oversees the student health insurance plan. Schedule a telehealth appointment at shsportal.newschool.edu.
- Housing and Residential Education provides support to students living in the residence halls and can assist with questions about residence hall suites and facilities, roommate conversations, and mail and package delivery.
- International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) advising staff are available to offer support, discuss concerns, and help ensure you have all the information and assistance you need to maintain status.
- Student Disability Services (SDS) supports students in need of disability accommodations. SDS will work with you to arrange accommodations and help remove any barriers to access in and out of the classroom.
- Student Support and Advocacy (SSA) offers support for non-academic challenges and distressing situations, including financial and food insecurity, as well as general advocacy.
- Scholarship Advising provides specialized advising to students who wish to apply for national and international fellowships and scholarships.
- The Title IX Investigator provides support and advocacy for students navigating sexual assault, sexual misconduct, harassment, and discrimination.
- Visit the Student Resource Hub for additional university and NYC virtual community services and support.
Looking for Activities, Events, Mentors, or Leadership Opportunities?
- NarwhalNation is your one-stop-shop for campus engagement. Visit it regularly to learn about student organizations, virtual meet-ups, leadership workshops, games and crafts, group fitness, and more. Log in with your single sign-on (SSO) to see all events and get involved. Additional information can be found through our Student Leadership and Involvement (SLI) office.
- Public Programs and Events offers virtual events with some of the most influential and engaged people, organizations, and institutions around the world. These events range from interviews and readings to performances and screenings, connecting what students learn in the classroom with what’s happening in the world.
- The New School Network connects students and alumni from around the world into one community. Search alumni by program, year, or location to find mentors. You can also explore social and career networking events, industry specialists, and news. Please contact alumni@newschool.edu with any questions.
- The University Student Senate (USS) is the voice of the student body. Elected from all schools of the university, the Senate works with senior leaders, faculty, and staff to improve the university in all areas. Reach out to USS for more information about current initiatives and ways you can get involved.
Have a Question about Campus Access and Protocols?
Following the health and safety guidelines outlined in the university’s COVID-19 Community Guide is essential to continuing in-person activities. It is important that we all make a commitment to caring for ourselves and one another as we live and learn together as a community.
Please remember, all university community members are expected to do the following:
- Complete your entry testing requirements and follow the ongoing testing schedule outlined in the COVID-19 Community Guide.
- Use the free binx test kits available in multiple locations on campus to fulfill the ongoing testing requirement.
- Wear a mask in public campus spaces at all times, except while eating or drinking in designated areas. Unvaccinated students with approved exemptions must also wear a mask in their residence hall suite.
- Stay home or in their residence hall room if they are feeling sick and speak with a medical provider. Students can make a telehealth appointment with Student Health Services.
More information about our health and safety policies is available in our Spring 2022 Health and Safety FAQ.
Additional Information
Visit the Student Information page for links to the most frequently-used university websites.
You’re not traveling on your New School journey alone. Your academic advisors, faculty mentors, deans, and support staff are here to help you along the way. Please continue to make appointments with us through Starfish or by emailing directly.
We wish you a safe and healthy spring semester. Please let us know how we can continue to support your New School experience.