Updates
Training sessions announced
(03/08/11) The Semester Transition Advising Committee has announced a number of training dates for eAdvising, the online tool that is to be used to advise students for the semester transition. Click here to view schedule of dates, or click here to register.
Update to the College community
(03/07/11) The Semester Transition Steering Committee presented an update on the transition to the College community on Monday, March 7. The topics included the impact of the transition on financial aid, communication to students, course and curriculum conversion, and student advising. Click here to view the presentation. http://www.cincinnatistate.edu/about-cs/semester-transition/STP%20Presentation%20to%20College%20Community%20030711.pdf
Curriculum review underway
(8/10/10) Cincinnati State's Academic Policies and Curriculum Committee (APCC) has begun review of semester courses and curricula. This is the first step in the process of helping students determine how the switch to semesters will impact their academic path. Review will be complete by December 2011, and updates and details will be available along the way.
Calendar recommendation presented to Board of Trustees
(6/22/10) Dr. Monica Posey, academic vice president, presented the Semester Transition Project's proposed semester calendar to the Board of Trustees at today's meeting. Dr. Posey summarized the report contained in the packet and asked for the Board to approve the calendar for semester conversion. Mrs. Leonard moved to accept the proposed semester conversion calendar and Mr. McKenna seconded the motion. In addition to the calendar information, the Board received an update on major transition tasks, budget information, the course and curriculum approval process, and the most frequently asked questions.
Semester Steering Committee reviews survey feedback
(4/12/10) The Semester Transition Project Steering Committee met today to review results of surveys recently completed by College students and staff. The feedback will shape the final calendar recommendation to be presented to the Board of Trustees. The Steering Committee also discussed cooperative education, budget, and committee membership.
Employees surveyed on calendar details
(3/31/10) Similar to the survey students received last week, Cincinnati State employees were asked for feedback regarding the issue of a scheduled break in the spring semester. As proposed, the semester calendar included a break in the middle of the spring semester; feedback at calendar information sessions indicated more input is needed.
Students surveyed on semester calendar
(3/26/20) Cincinnati State students received an email today linking to a video about the College's transition to semesters. The video explains the proposed calendar, and invites students to provide feedback via an online survey. One of the biggest questions about the new calendar is whether to include a traditional "spring break" in the spring semester, or use that time for a longer break between spring and summer semesters.
Steering Committee meets, plans
(3/15/10) The Semester Transition Project steering committee met and discussed the semester calendar, transition budget, technology and infrastructure needs, policies affected by the transition, and curriculum conversion, among other topics. The next Steering Committee meeting is scheduled for April 12.
Semester report to Board of Trustees
(1/26/10) Dr. Monica Posey, academic vice president, provided a semester update on behalf of the Semester Transition Project at the January Board meeting. Read more
Calendar information sessions held
(1/15/10) The Semester Transition Project hosted two calendar information sessions, providing College employees the opportunity to discuss the proposed semester calendar and provide feedback. Read the minutes from these sessions here.
Calendar Committee shares proposed semester calendar
(12/16/09) The Semester Transition Project's Calendar Committee recently shared a proposed semester calendar. This committee of individuals representing various areas of the College spent several months researching other school calendars and considering the unique aspects of Cincinnati State before arriving at the proposal. Read more
Steering Committee gathers for updates
(11/09/09) The Semester Transition Project leadership team met recently to share updates on each sub-committee. Read more
Cincinnati State learns, shares at state-wide summit
(10/14/09) A number of representatives from Cincinnati State attended a meeting at Wright State University in mid-October for Ohio colleges and universities embarking on a transition to semesters. Read more
College representatives convene in Columbus
(10/02/09) Representatives from the Semester Transition Project's Steering Committee represented Cincinnati State at a recent meeting at for the 13 community colleges converting to semesters. Read more
STP Steering Committee meets to plan for conversion
(09/29/09) The Semester Transition Project Steering Committee convened at the Kingsgate Marriott for a retreat to establish tasks and milestones for the College's transition to semesters.
Semester Transition hosts break-out session at Convocation
(09/25/09) Semester Transition Project co-chairs Paul DeNu and Alice Palmer provide updates and answer questions about Cincinnati State's migration to semesters. The session was held during Convocation, a day-long enrichment event held for staff and faculty members during Founders Week. Read more
