The mission of the
Office of
Student Retention programs is to support the whole student in
maximizing their
experience and success at the college. We believe that participation
both in
and out of the classroom is indispensable in enhancing intellectual
development
and fostering student progress. Our ultimate
goal is to
assist students in obtaining their degree while empowering them to
become
productive members of the
WHAT DO THEY DO?
In an effort to increase student retention, the Office of Student Retention Programs works in collaboration with campus advisement, new student orientation, and other campus programs to help students connect with the College and successfully complete their studies here. Special attention is given to first semester students to help smooth their transition to college life.
WHAT SERVICES DO THEY PROVIDE?
The Office serves as a referral resource for students experiencing college adjustment and/or personal problems that may be affecting them academically. Personal and academic advising is available.
Services are confidential.
ABOUT THE CLIQ PROGRAM
College Life Introduction at Queens (CLIQ) is an innovative program (developed by the Office of Student Retention Programs) that introduces new students to life outside the classroom. CLIQ fosters intellectual, social and personal growth by having students participate in various campus events.
Because involvement in activities is an indispensable aspect of college life, new students are expected to attend six out of classroom events such as the Introduction to College Life program, career/major forums, library tours, etc. CLIQ events are available throughout the day, evening and weekend.
The campus Knight News and the CLIQ Events Calendar will list upcoming CLIQ activities.
WHO MUST COMPLETE CLIQ?
All Queens College freshman and
transfer
students with less than 25 transfer credits must complete the CLIQ
program
by the time they have attempted 24 credits at Queens College. In
most cases this would be by the end of their first year at Queens
College.
IS CLIQ MANDATORY?
Yes, CLIQ is mandatory for all Queens
College
freshmen and transfer students with less than 25 transfer credits.
WHEN MUST I COMPLETE THE PROGRAM?
Keep your CLIQ card in a safe place. If you loose the card, you will be required to start over again. Your card is the only record of the number of CLIQ events you have attended.
WHAT IF I HAVE A PROBLEM?
If you are having any problems brief questions may be sent to QC_CLIQ@qc.cuny.edu
Students cannot be exempt from the CLIQ program, but in extreme cases a one-time, short extension may be possible.
HOW DO I EARN CLIQ POINTS?
Each time you attend a CLIQ certified event bring your CLIQ card with you. You will receive a stamp on your card at the end of the event only. You are required to attend the entire program in order to earn the stamp.
You will know if a program is CLIQ certified if it is listed on the CLIQ events calendar or if the flyer says "worth 1 CLIQ point".
HOW DO I GET MY PROGRAM CLIQ CERTIFIED?
A CLIQ event grid sheet must be completed and dropped off in Frese Hall, First Floor or faxed (718) 997-5508. The information will be reviewed. If it meets the CLIQ guidelines it will be certified. You will receive notification within a few days of submission as to whether or not the program was accepted.
If they program is accepted, a representative of the sponsoring organization must pick up a CLIQ stamp from the office on the day of the event and return it to the office directly after the event has ended. The organization sponsoring the event is responsible for stamping all CLIQ cards (at the end of the program only).