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On March 3rd, Dr. Sarah Ruth Jacobs hosted a roundtable for CUNY SPS CM students interested in graduate school. Below is the video, relevant timestamps, and transcript. Click here as well for a document pertaining to resources for applying to grad school!
Timestamps
4:52 Question 1: How should I begin to research graduate programs? How can I find out if a certain graduate degree will likely lead to a job?
12:40 Question 2: Can I go to grad school while working full- or part-time? How can I find grad programs that might give me employment as part of the program?
18:51 Question 3: What should I be doing now to make myself a better candidate for grad school?
24:17 Question 4 : In practical terms, how much do a program’s reputation and alumni network shape long-term opportunity?
27:59 Question 5: How can I learn about what makes a grad school application successful, especially as a non-traditional student?
36:54 Question 6: Should I plan to attend grad school immediately after graduating from SPS or are there advantages to waiting?
41:53 Question 7: What does a typical timeline of applying to grad school look like? How many programs should I apply to?
45:14 Question 8: What kinds of graduate degrees students from SPS, and our program in particular, have done just to get a sense of, what is the landscape of possibility?
47:01 Question 9: I’m curious what your thoughts are on getting a master’s and job hirers considering you overqualified for a role. I’m pivoting into an adjacent field, but some would consider positions I’m researching entry-level. So is it dangerous to be overqualified?
51:39 Question 10 (paraphrased): Can I get scholarships or free tuition for grad school?
55:16 Last Words of Wisdom
Dear Students,
Below is information about the Museum Education Experience Program’s (MEEP’s) summer 2026 application. The deadline to apply is Sunday, March 15th at 11:59 P.M.
Good luck!
“The Museum Education Experience Program (MEEP) Summer 2026 application is now open!
MEEP offers hands-on experience in informal science education and public engagement, providing undergraduates with practical skills in communication, inquiry-based learning, and working with diverse audiences in a museum setting.
Students interested in teaching, science communication, or community-based learning may find this experience particularly valuable.
At-a-Glance
- Program Dates: June 1 – August 7, 2026 (*No program hours June 29 – July 3*)
- Time Commitment: Up to 25 hours per week
- Application Deadline: Sunday, March 15 at 11:59 PM
We look forward to meeting the next cohort of thoughtful, curious, and engaged museum educators!”
Dear CM Students,
I would like to formally introduce myself. My name is Frankie Murphy, and I am the Communication and Media (CM) program’s College Assistant, here to assist with anything you may need or to point you in the direction of someone who can help. I have a BFA in Film and am very enthusiastic about my job here at SPS! It is my privilege to be able and support your academic plus professional journeys throughout our program.
On Thursdays at noon, I hold a weekly Zoom hour, and students are encouraged to drop in for assistance. This is an opportunity for me to aid in any inquiries/issues you may be experiencing, or to direct you to someone who could have the answer.
Feel free to reach out at any point if you would like to schedule a one-on-one meeting, as well. My typical working hours are weekdays from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M., and I can be found at this email: <Frankie.Murphy@cuny.edu>. My office number is also 646-664-8738; if you get my voicemail, kindly leave a message including your EMPLID and I will respond as soon as possible. I always do my best to address any communications in the most timely of manners.
Thank you for reading this message, and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
-Frankie Murphy
Here you will find a flyer with information for students interested in CUNY SPS’s internship program!
I hope everyone is having a great start to the semester. Today we would love to bring to your attention a save the date for a Virtual Roundtable for Students Applying to Graduate School event. Anyone is more than welcome to attend, especially those considering grad school. If you are interested, please register with this link, check out the attached flyer, and mark your calendars for Tuesday, March 3rd, from 6:30 – 7:30 P.M. Eastern. The event will take place over Zoom; students must register to receive a passcode for this virtual session. More details to come, so stay tuned!
Here you may find common student misconceptions as well as helpful definitions related to your time at SPS!
Definitions
Synchronous versus asynchronous
- “Synchronous learning refers to instructors and students gathering at the same time and (virtual or physical) place and interacting in ‘real-time’. Online Synchronous courses resemble on-campus In-Person ones in that students must be (virtually) present at the same time. All required instructional hours are online.”
- “Asynchronous learning refers to students accessing materials at their own pace and interacting with each other over longer periods. Online Asynchronous classes require all contact hours be held online asynchronously. Instruction takes place online asynchronously. The modality allows students to access materials and assignments on a flexible schedule in accordance with deadlines set by the professor.”
Prerequisites versus corequisites
- “A prerequisite to a course is a requirement that must be completed before a student can enroll in that course.”
- “A corequisite to a course is a requirement that must be taken at the same time as, or before, students enroll in that course.”
Misconceptions
Misconception: “Online school is easier than in-person courses”
Fact: While online classes do offer more flexibility than in-person options, whether or not they are ‘easier’ to a person is really dependent on the individual, and it is simply a different mode of learning altogether; online classes can often be more reading and writing intensive than in person, for example.
Misconception: “Because SPS is an online school, there are no student clubs or organizations”
Fact: CUNY SPS offers a variety of ways to get involved when it comes to extracurriculars, including over 30 student clubs and organizations!
Misconception: “CUNYfirst and Brightspace are the same thing”
Fact: “CUNYfirst is the information management system where all of your academic and financial records are kept”; “Brightspace is a comprehensive learning management system (LMS)… It offers new capabilities to support teaching and learning across different modalities…”
Misconception: “If I stop attending class, I will automatically be withdrawn and not financially liable”
Fact: There is a set protocol for withdrawing from a class; “Students who wish to withdraw from a course must consult with their academic advisor,” and individuals should always check with the Bursar regarding financial liability.
Misconception: “I only need to complete my major requirements in order to graduate”
Fact: Students must complete all major, General Education, and elective requirements as well obtain a minimum of 120 credits to graduate with a Bachelor’s degree. Click here for example degree maps to help plan your path towards graduation!
Misconception: “I will graduate automatically once I have fulfilled my credit and program requirements; if I don’t want to walk in the graduation ceremony, I don’t need to apply for graduation”
Fact: All students, regardless of whether or not they ‘walk’ in a graduation ceremony, must independently apply for graduation and be approved by their advisor/the Registrar to receive their diploma.
Our colleagues in Business wanted to let all CUNY SPS students know that the Management and Entrepreneur Leadership Organization (MELO) will host its sixth Entrepreneurial Ideation Event on December 12, 2024, at 7:00PM Eastern Time. The event is a pitch competition for students who wish to share their best business idea. Students can choose to participate as guests or contestants. The top 3 competitors with the best pitch will win a prize!
To enter as a contestant, please fill out this survey. MELO will contact all participants who will have the option to pre-record their 3-minute pitch or present it to a live audience. A panel of expert judges will review the presentation based on a set criterion. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact MELO@sps.cuny.edu.
Please register using this link if you wish to participate as an attendee. Best of luck with your Ideation Pitch! MELOis open to all undergraduate and graduate students of CUNY SPS.
For those of you eligible to register for CM 490 and CM 499 (the capstone) this coming semester, please see below for some information about your options and feel free to reach out to me or Rokshana with questions.
CM 490: Special Topics
For CM 490, you have the choice between two topics—Introduction to Podcasting, and Introduction to Journalism (aka “Journalism for Non-Journalists”). Both will provide you with strong knowledge of each field, and equip you with durable skills that are transferable across a range of professional contexts.
CM 499: Capstone
For CM 499, you can choose between Capstone to Career—a workshop class that allows you to produce a polished piece of work for your academic, creative, or professional portfolio—and Engagement Marketing, a more independently structured class focused on marketing.
CUNY SPS’ student-run newspaper, The Kiosk, will be hosting an information session for students interested in writing for the site on Tuesday, October 8th, at 6:00pm via Zoom.
Please register for the information session here.
The meeting is open to everyone—students can join to learn more about The Kiosk’s past coverage and what we’re looking for in terms of pitching story ideas. The info session will cover our article preferences, submission guidelines, the publishing process, and address any questions students may have. See the attached flyer for more details!
