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Student Information Week Online Events
Two Free Online Workshops to Improve your Study Skills
Ever wonder how to: Use Charter Oak’s Online Libraries? Navigate an Online Course? Access our free e-Tutoring Services? Let us help! Participate in these workshops from home!
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Jump Start Your Education
It’s Not Too Late...
Join us at Charter Oak State College (or attend online from home or work!) on the following date: Wednesday, March 19 Noon to 2:00 PM.
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Governor Rell Announces Increased Access to Early Childhood Education
Connecticut's Online College To Administer New Certification Program
Charter Oak State College has been designated as project administrator for the new, accelerated Alternate Route to Certification (ARC) program that begins February 18 and continues through July 30. The program, to be delivered online during the week and in-person every other weekend, includes a four-week field experience for participants seeking teacher certification.
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Adjunct Course Development and Instructional Opportunities
Charter Oak State College is currently accepting resumes from adjunct faculty interested in developing and teaching online courses.
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Jump Start Your Education Now!
Exclusively for Personnel in the Public Safety Field
Looking to finish your degree for advancement? Meet with faculty and staff to learn more about Charter Oak’s online degree programs for personnel in the Public Safety sector.
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Need some help getting started on your Academic Autobiography (AA)?
If your Concentration Plan of Study (CPS) has been submitted and you plan to graduate within the next six months, you should be working on your Academic Autobiography.
This document needs to be submitted for faculty review four months prior to your projected graduation date.
To help you get started, Academic Counselors Ann Marie Gagnon and Linda Larkin will be in Charter Oak’s chat room on Thursday Afternoon, November 29th from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. ET. Join the Chat
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The Virtual Job Search – Taking a Look at the Virtual Job Search Process: Getting Started, Managing your Resume, and Adapting to the Online Environment
Has it been a while since you’ve applied for a job? Do you wish you knew more about electronic resumes, using job search engines, and presenting yourself well in the electronic age? Let our two career experts help to turn you into a tech savvy job applicant for 2008!
Download these documents prior to the chat: Handy Links | Virtual Job Search Presentation
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Charter Oak State College Celebrates Non-Traditional Student Week 2007!
Throughout the year Charter Oak State College celebrates its adult students and their commitment to reaching their educational goals, but most especially, we do so during Non-Traditional Student Week. During this special week of November 5th, Charter Oak will be offering the following events and workshops. Please join us! Reservations Required
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2007 Graduation Webcast Available
Five hundred and ninety-three (593) students were eligible to participate in this year’s graduation ceremony held on Sunday, June 3, and 153 attended with their family and friends.
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Want to learn more about online learning?
Dr. Shirley M. Adams, Vice President for Academic Affairs, is featured on the Online Degrees Today blog at http://www.online-degrees-today.com/blog |
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Charter Oak Partners with Connecticut Company Partners to Improve Employee Skills, Knowledge
Charter Oak State College and The Center for Financial Training Atlantic States (CFT), headquartered in CT, have formed a new partnership to help employees of the financial services industry improve their job specific skills and knowledge and, at the same time, move toward completion of an associate or bachelor’s degree.
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Fall Course Registration Now Underway
The fall semester has already begun, but there is still time to register for 5 –week and 8-week courses that begin in October and for “anytime” courses.
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2007 Graduation Awards
Congratulations to all of this year's award recipients and honor society inductees!
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Annual Commencement Ceremony Information
The annual commencement ceremony will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 3 in Welte Auditorium on the campus of Central Connecticut State University, which is adjacent to Charter Oak State College.
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Student and Alumni Art Exhibit
Charter Oak State College held a reception for the opening of our "Student and Alumni Art Exhibit on
Thursday, April 26, 2007
5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.
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A Message to the Charter Oak Community from President Merle Harris
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Early Childcare Professionals to Receive Credentials in State Capitol Ceremony
Fifty men and women who have exhibited the knowledge and competencies that qualify them for leadership roles in the fields of early child care and after-school education will receive their credentials in ceremonies to be held this Wednesday, May 23, at 8:30 a.m. in Room 310 of the State Capitol.
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Works of Local Artists to be Featured in Charter Oak State College Student-Alumni Exhibit
The works of nine accomplished artists, including Bridget Harrington, of Bristol, and Plymouth’s Dan Cahill, will be featured during a month-long exhibit of graphic media produced independently by students and alumni of Charter Oak State College, Connecticut’s distance learning college for adults. The exhibit, which will open at the College on Thursday, April 26, at 5:30 p.m. with an open-to-the-public wine, cheese and hors d’oeuvres reception, will continue through May 26. Exhibiting artists will be present to welcome attendees.
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A Grant for Community College Women Preparing to Transfer
A one-time $1500 Grant to be used by a Community College student entering undergraduate study is being offered by The Finch College Alumnae Association. Use it towards your enrollment and tuition right here at Charter Oak. Act now, the deadline has been extended to May 1, 2007.
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Student Information Week
Join us for three online events:
- Online Master’s Degrees - Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 7:00 p.m. ET
- eTutoring Chat - Wednesday, March 21, 2007, 7 p.m. ET
- Alumni Chat - Thursday, March 22, from 6:00-7:30 ET
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Returning to Learning: A Workshop for Women Who Want To Go Back To School
Join us to explore a new, holistic approach to learning based on women’s ways of knowing.
Monday, March 19
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Need help with your Concentration Plan of Study?
Join a live chat with our academic counselors and get the perfect advice to finish your CPS!
Wednesday, January 31st, 7 - 8 pm EST.
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New FAX Number for Distance Learning Dept
Now you can FAX your course registration forms, withdrawal forms, proctor forms and lab waivers directly to the department! The new number is 860-832-3997. |
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With Great Appreciation...
we thank the organizations and individuals who have made a college education a reality for the deserving women in the WIT program.
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The Results Are In!
The Charter Oak Student Association is pleased to announce the election of two new representatives
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Charter Oak Featured on WNPR
Charter Oak president, Dr. Merle Harris, and CTDLC director, Ed Klonoski talk about the growing demand for quality online education (10/19/06).
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Need some help in putting together your Concentration Plan of Study (CPS)?
Join us in the Chat Room for guidance and tips.
Wednesday, November 29, 7pm - 8 pm EST
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Ever Think About Becoming a Teacher in Connecticut?
Join the webcast November 8th at 6:30pm-8:00pm
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Non-Traditional Student Week
Celebrating our adult students and their commitment to reaching their educational goals.
November 6 - 10
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Secure Your Future in Law Enforcement
Join experts from Connecticut's police departments as they discuss the value of degree completion.
Monday, November 6, 6:30pm - 8pm
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2nd Annual Degrees Without Boundaries 5K Road Race
to be held November 4, 2006 at 1:00 at the West Hartford Reservoir. Proceeds from the event will support student scholarships and programs.
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Complete Your GOAL Now!
Join the Charter Oak Admissions Team and have all of your questions answered in time to be ready for Spring course registration.
Tuesday, October 24, 11am to 12 pm
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Need help with your CPS?
Academic Counselors Paige Pelton and Linda Larkin will take your questions in the COSC chat room on Wednesday, September 27th from 7 to 8 pm - rescheduled to October 4th.
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Charter Oak Alums Share Love of Learning
Meet these Alumni Board members who are committed to higher education.
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Charter Oak State College Student Association’s Dinner’s On Us!
Join your classmates for a casual evening of dinner, conversation, tips, tools and techniques for staying on track and earning your degree.
Tuesday, September 26th at 6 pm.
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Secure Your Future in Public Safety Administration!
Join us in an online chat about educational opportunities to assist with career advancement in public safety.
September 6 at 10pm EST
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View the New Academic Autobiography Video
Students can learn tips for writing their academic autobiography directly from faculty.
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Jump Start Your Education!
Meet with the Admissions staff August 16th & 17th and learn how to get started toward your degree completion.
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Free Online Learning Demo
Thinking about taking an online course, but arena’t sure how? Attend our free workshop, "How To Navigate An Online Course", August 7th from 6:30-8:30.
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Another Charter Oak Student Success
We are proud to announce that Daryl Roberts, a Charter Oak grad, was appointed as Hartford, CT's Chief of Police.
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Need some help in putting together your Academic Autobiography?
Join the webcast and get your questions answered by Dr. Julius Rubin, a member of Charter Oak’s consulting faculty. Wednesday, July 19, 9-10 pm EST.
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Follow the Yellow Brick Road
2006 Student Commencement speaker, Barry Rahmy, explains how Charter Oak is like the Land of Oz.
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Charter Oak’s 2006 Graduation Online!
The June 4th, 2006 graduation ceremony can be viewed online. Hear the speeches, see the grads, all as vivid streaming media.
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Health Care Degree Completion Offers Career Growth!
Charter Oak's Health Care Administration concentration is designed to help graduates advance their careers quickly.
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Get Your Concentration Plan of Study Questions Answered
Eastern Time! Dr. Anthony Benoit, Chairman of the Math, Science & Technology faculty committee, will be in the chat room to answer your questions about the CPS. Thursday, June 29th from 7 to 8 p.m.
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Charter Oak Graduates Largest Class Yet!
On June 4, 2006, Charter Oak State College graduated 697 students from all 50 states.
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| May '06 |
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Everything you need to know about the Academic Autobiography
Tuesday, May 23rd, 7pm - 8pm EST
Join two of our expert Academic Counselors in the Chat Room and get your questions answered!
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| Apr '06 |
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Need some help in putting together your CPS? Join our webcast! (April 18)
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| Mar '06 |
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Secure your Professional Future in Early Childhood Education
You are invited to attend a FREE career advancement conference that provides new insight into career development opportunities in Early Childhood Education (March 23).
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New Student Orientation and Dinner
Please join your Academic Counselor, staff, and alums for dinner and a chance to learn more about your College. (March 20)
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Charter Oak State College Unveils Enhanced Web Site
The first phase of a newly-designed and content-enhanced Charter Oak State College web site made its cyberspace debut on Friday, March 3.
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Charter Oak State College Assists Students Displaced by Hurricane Katrina
Charter Oak was a participant in a program sponsored by the Sloan Consortium for students displaced by last fall’s devastating Hurricane Katrina.
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Matriculated Student Count Surpasses 2000 for the First Time!
Charter Oak’s matriculated student population has reached the 2000 level for the first time in school history.
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Order a Commemorative T-Shirt
Purchase the race tee shirt worn by the runners in our inaugural Degrees without Boundaries 5K Road Race.
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