Today begins the College of Staten Island’s first full weeks of classes, and that means that the Office of Student Life has you covered with a plethora of Weeks of Welcome activities, officially started this past Friday at Richmond County Ballpark for CSI Night at the Staten Island FerryHawks minor league baseball game against the Lancaster Barnstormers. Take a look below at the Weeks of Welcome lineup, also available here.

WALK AND TALK WITH A MENTOR!

Monday, August 29 – September 9, 2022

New Student Program Mentors (NSM) are offering a limited number of in-person tours of campus. NSMs provide peer-to-peer mentoring and help support CSI students through their college experience. PG CLUE Credit.

SIGN UP FOR YOUR TOUR HERE!

ICE CREAM TRUCK

Wednesday, August 31, 2022 12Noon – 2:00pm 1C-Plaza

Who doesn’t love ice cream? Student Government invites students to stop by for a free ice cream from the Lickety Split ice cream truck.

OPEN MIC NIGHT

Every Wednesday night from 5:30pm – 7:30pm 1C-Green Dolphin Lounge (starting August 31, 2022)

Join the Office of Student Life and your fellow students at Open Mic Night. Song, dance, poetry, and everything in between! Always a good time. Free snacks and beverages. PG CLUE Credit.

PLAYFAIR: THE ULTIMATE ICEBREAKER AND BARBECUE

Thursday, September 1, 2022 2:30pm – 4:00pm 1C-Plaza

How many people can you meet in 90 minutes? Are you looking to get to know your fellow CSI students better, makes connections, build your network and create new friendships? Then this event is for you. Join us to get to know your peers in small and large group activities. 

Please register your interest in attending this event by clicking “I will attend” on the event page.  You will be asked to share information about your food preferences; accessibility needs, etc. 

Students who register will be given access to the after-party (barbecue). Students can register in advance by clicking “I will attend” or on the day of the event from 2:00pm – 2:30pm outside the Campus Center. Students will be given a wristband at check in that will give them access to the Barbecue. 

Funded by Student Activity Fees. 

SG TEXTBOOK DROP and SWAP

Tuesday, September 6, 2022 12:30pm – 4:30pm 1L-Plaza

Looking for textbook or have some textbooks you want to share with other students. Stop by to drop or swap your textbooks. 

LIBRARY TOUR

Tuesday, September 6, 2022 2:30pm – 3:30pm 1L-Library 

What better way to start a new semester than getting a tour of all that is available to you in the CSI Library. CC CLUE Credit

CAN YOU SPARE SOME CHANGE? 

Tuesday, September 6, 2022 3:30pm – 4:30pm 1C-211 (Bijou Lounge)

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the changes taking place in your day to day life, school, friends, or even the world? Whatever the scenario, it seems that change is constant these days. While these moments aren’t always easy, they are inevitable. Between pandemic variants, making new friends and classes, and unexpected life changes, today’s students face plenty of opportunities to earn their rolling with change badge. In this CC Clue workshop, we will explore ways to best deal with all of these changes and how you can be your best here at CSI amidst all the moving parts around us. CC CLUE Credit

WSIA GAME DAY

Wednesday, September 7, 2022 12Noon – 2:00pm 1C-Plaza

Learn about WSIA FM radio station while having some informal fun playing frisbee, volleyball and other low-key outdoor games. 

CSI WELCOME BACK CARNIVAL and INVOLVEMENT FAIR

Thursday, September 8, 2022 12:30pm – 4:30pm 1C-Plaza and Alumni Walk

We are throwing it back to the 90’s with live band, NINEDEEEZNITE, interactive activities including a Klime Wallz, Eurobungy, obstacle course and more. Enjoy a free barbecue, cotton candy, sno cones, popcorn and ice cream. 

Discover involvement opportunities at the Involvement Fair. Participate in the Involvement Fair game and earn a CLUE credit by completing the game card available at the Student Life table.

CENTER AWARENESS DAY  

Monday, September 12, 2022 11:00am – 3:00pm  Alumni Walk Fountain

Learn about offices on campus that provide support to students!

  • Academic Support
  • Bertha Harris Women’s Center
  • Center for Career and Professional Development
  • Center for Global Engagement
  • Center for Student Accessibility
  • Counseling Center
  • CSI Food Pantry
  • Health & Wellness Services
  • LGBTQ Resource Center
  • Veterans Support Services

MINUTE TO WIN IT GAME SHOW

Tuesday, September 13, 2022 2:30pm – 4:30pm 1C-Green Dolphin Lounge

Are you up for the challenge? Compete against your fellow students (or just watch the competition) as they take on one-minute challenges to see who is the fiercest competitor. Prizes will be awarded. Fun will be had. Funded by Student Activity Fees. Sponsored in conjunction with Intramurals and Recreation. PG CLUE Credit

MOVIE NIGHT: JURASSIC WORLD DOMINION

Tuesday, September 13, 7:30pm – 9:46pm Dolphin Cove South Lawn

There is nothing better then a movie under the stars! CAB will provide popcorn, candy, soda. A limited quantity of CAB blankets will be given out to the first attendees. 

Jurassic World Dominion: Expert paleontologists Alan Grant and Ellie Sattler join Owen Grady and Claire Dearing to study the precarious balance of this new ecosystem. Together, they witness the ultimate battle between two apex predators fighting for survival. The third installment in the Jurassic World franchise centers on a new world shared by humans and dinosaurs. PG-13  (2 hours 16 minutes)

CARICATURE ARTISTS

Wednesday, September 14, 2022 1:00pm – 5:00pm 1C-Tabling

Have your image made into a Caricature. Event that is free and covered by Student Activity Fees. One drawing per student. First come, first served. Limited quantity. 

INVOLVEMENT and THE COLLEGE EXPERIENCE

Thursday, September 15, 2022 3:00pm – 4:00pm 1C-211 (Bijou Lounge) PG CLUE Credit

Why is getting involved important?  How can being involved make you a better student?  What ways can you get involved?  There are many reasons why it is important to get involved in campus activities.  Research has shown that students who become actively engaged in co curricular activities are more likely to perform better academically, develop sound leadership skills, and express a higher degree of satisfaction with their college experiences compared to students who are not involved.

Let’s have a discussion about how to get involved at CSI.

During this workshop you will learn:

  • the benefits of involvement
  • the opportunities for involvement at CSI
  • how to navigate CSI Connect and the CORQ app
  • how to start your own groupmailto:studentlife@csi.cuny.edu

QUESTIONS about WOW 2022? Contact the Office of Student Life 718.982.3088 or email studentlife@csi.cuny.edu.