[…]faculty and staff may enroll in one course per semester through this arrangement, including summer sessions. Eligible employees are those full-time, benefited employees who have completed one-year of employment. Employees must receive approval from their supervisors in advance of registering for a class. If an employee wishes to matriculate at any of the COF institutions, s/he must be formally admitted to that college, meeting all of the college’s regular requirements for admission and graduation. Cross-registration covers tuition and general fees only; any fees specific to a course will be the responsibility of the employee. COF institutions reserve the right to […]
[…]Begins @ 10am – REGISTER HEREThursday, May 2, 2024First Day of WIT 15wk and 1st 7wk Summer classesMonday, May 13, 2024First Day of MCPHS Summer I classesMonday, May 13, 2024First Day of Simmons Summer I classesMonday, May 27, 2024Memorial Day – No ClassesFriday, June 14, 2024Last day of MCPHS Summer I classesMonday, June 17, 2014First day of MCPHS Summer II classesTuesday, June 18, 2024Last day of WIT 1st 7wk Summer classesWednesday, June 19, 2024Juneteenth – No ClassesThursday, June 20, 2024First Day of WIT 2nd 7wk Summer classesWednesday, July 3, 2024Last day of Simmons Summer I classesThursday, July 4, 2024Holiday – […]
[…]Opportunities Center (GEO Center). These Responsible Officers are tasked with ensuring full compliance with all rules and requirements of the J-1 Student and Exchange Visitor program and ultimately serve as “Program Sponsor,” as defined by the US Department of State. StudioAbroad Information about prospective Exchange Visitors to the COF consortium and our partner institutions is both submitted and shared through a secure online resource called “StudioAbroad,” where advising resources may be accessed by both departments and Exchange Visitors. To log-in to the COF “StudioAbroad” database, follow this link: StudioAbroad online resource hosted by the GEO Center Your Rights, Protections and […]
[…]treatment options for those who cannot receive TPOXX.VACCINES – People who are known or presumed to have been exposed to monkeypox are eligible to receive post-exposure vaccination with JYNNEOS. The vaccine is recommended to be administered within 4 days after exposure to prevent the onset of disease but may be administered up to 14 days after exposure to help reduce disease severity. In the United States, the vaccine is being distributed only from the CDC; Massachusetts has already received several vaccine allocations, and more vaccine is expected to become available. Please see the Massachusetts Monkeypox Vaccination webpage to confirm eligibility […]
[…]opportunities Potential research collaborators Funding alerts COF Resources Click HERE to download and share the COF Quick Start Guide with your department! For more training videos, visit the Pivot-RP YouTube Channel We encourage you to reach out to your campus Pivot-RP administrator or Colleges of the Fenway for more information! Emmanuel College:TBD (Contact Joe Juknievich, Colleges of the Fenway) Massachusetts College of Art and DesignKristen Heintz-Perkins, Director of Institutional Grantskheintz-perkins@massart.edu MCPHS UniversityErin Wentz, Electronic Resources Librarian, Assistant Professorerin.wentz@mcphs.edu Simmons UniversityKelly Gamache, Grants and Human Protections Administratorkelly.gamache@simmons.eduFunding Opportunities at Simmons […]
[…]more information on how can stay safe on the MBTA, please follow the MBTA safety website: https://www.mbta.com/safety Sexual Assault Some things may be out of our control, but you can takes measures to help prevent sexual assault. Keep these things in mind: Be an active bystander If you think someone is at risk for sexual assault or cannot consent, consider it an emergency and get involved. Attempt to remove the individual from a dangerous situation. If you believe your safety is at risk if you intervene, call campus safety or the police. Don’t wait for someone else to act. Other […]
[…]do I get a copy of the COF employee cross-registration form?Please visit your Human Resources Office to receive a copy of the employee cross registration form and a copy of the policy or download it here. When is the cross-registration period?The employee cross-registration period begins in early November for spring courses and a week in early April for summer and fall courses during the regular student cross-registration period. Check the academic calendar page here for specific dates. Please keep in mind that registration is on a space available basis. In general, registration begins near the start of the semester. For example, […]
[…]of StateApplying for a J-1 Visa as explained by the US Department of StateExchange Visitor Welcome Brochure as provided by the US Department of StateAll Exchange Visitors coming to Boston will be hosted by a department at one of our COF academic institutions or partners. These departments screen and select prospective Exchange Visitors based on the criteria set forth in the governing regulations of the Student and Exchange Visitor Program, with assistance and support provided by “Responsible Officers” at the COF Global Education Opportunities Center (GEO Center). These Responsible Officers are tasked with ensuring full compliance with all rules and […]
[…]faculty and staff may enroll in one course per semester through this arrangement, including summer sessions. Eligible employees are those full-time, benefited employees who have completed one-year of employment.Employees must receive approval from their supervisors in advance of registering for a class.If an employee wishes to matriculate at any of the COF institutions, s/he must be formally admitted to that college, meeting all of the college’s regular requirements for admission and graduation.Cross-registration covers tuition and general fees only; any fees specific to a course will be the responsibility of the employee.COF institutions reserve the right to balance the number of […]
[…]and help arrives: Laboratory Emergency Response CLICK HERE TO CALL CAMPUS CONTACT NUMBERS Spill Response Inert Compressed & Liquified Gas Release For uncontrolled release, evacuate the lab area and contact facilities management and campus safety/police. For minor leaks, check for leasks in gas delivery system. Natural Gas Leak Fire and Evacuation Hazardous Materials on Skin or Splashed in Eye Personal Exposure or Injury, First Aid, and Medical Emergency Animal-Related Injuries or Exposures Power or Ventilation Failure and Natural Disasters It is important to know that during a power failure the HVAC system in laboratories, including the fume hoods, will no […]
