Happy Holidays! I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Even though there have been so many successful events happening all semester, we are not quite done yet. December is filled with events on campus that support relaxation and finals prep. 

Parents and families are busy planning for the holidays and our first-year students are almost through their first full semester. Sophomores and juniors are fully engaged in internships and studying abroad and our seniors are planning for their last semester and the world beyond the Nest. Our collective focus turns to preparing for finals and finishing the semester strong.

On a personal note, In an exciting example of life and work colliding, my daughter Emma will be joining me at Endicott as a nursing major and member of the Class of 2028. I'm thrilled that Emma will be able to take advantage of all the amazing things that we offer here. 

In the weeks ahead I hope that we all are able to take some time to rest, relax, and recharge. 

Enjoy the holidays and have a very happy new year! 

Daniel W. Chapman

Director, Student Transitions and Family Programs

Callahan Center, 106A

dchapman@endicott.edu

This winter, show off your Gull pride with an exclusive Endicott North Face beanie! New this year, there are now hats for the whole family, including your future Gulls! Only a limited number of hats will be produced. Hats will start shipping in December and any purchased before December 1 are guaranteed delivery before December 24. Purchase here. 

Get your student a Finals Care Package! Endicott College Wishmakers is raising money for Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We have raised over $25,000 and are working toward granting a third wish in our local community. Orders can be placed here. Orders must be placed by December 8 at noon. 

Commencement will be held on Sat., May 18, 2024 at 10 a.m. in Hempstead Stadium. Students and families will be receiving information on commencement tickets in the coming weeks!

Graduation applications were due Nov. 30. For those who have not already completed a graduation application form, please do so as soon as possible. Visit endicott.edu/commencement for the most updated Commencement information or reach out to commencement@endicott.edu with any questions. 

Making the Most Out of Class Time: Building Relationships with Faculty

Monday, December 4

2-2:30 p.m., LIB206

Professors are experts in their field, but they are people too! Come learn about the benefits of getting to know your professors, and leave with a better understanding of why to build relationships with your faculty and the best ways to do so. 

Plan Your Work, Work Your Plan: Learn to Plan Ahead

Monday, December 11

2-2:30 p.m., LIB206

As you begin to plan for finals week are you feeling a bit overwhelmed as you look at your to-do list? Learn how to use visual aids and backward planning as strategies to assist you in tackling many tasks and deadlines at once! 

Make It Stick: Gamify your Study Habits

Thursday, December 14

1-1:30 p.m., LIB206

Don’t think you can have fun studying? Think again! Join us in this workshop to combine the games you love with studying for your exams.

December not only brings excitement for the holidays, but also shines a light on how giving our community is! My personal favorite, December, is filled with toy drives, food drives, and our students volunteering with local nonprofits to help families provide a magical holiday for their children. Additionally, cross-campus collaborations with clubs, athletics, Public safety, etc. will bring in over 500 toys for partnering agencies to allocate.

As we get ready to close out our semester one final way your students can give back is to donate any non-perishable food items and old clothing instead of throwing them away. Please encourage your students to seek out donation boxes located in many of the residence halls for food and clothing collection. Happy Holidays to All!  

The Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging and Spiritual Life wishes all Endicott students and their families a safe, happy, and healthy holiday season. At a time when there is turmoil in the world around us, we cherish the culture of belonging and community that we share at Endicott College. Best wishes for a happy new year. 

On Tuesday, Dec. 5, Halle Library and the Center for Teaching & Learning are teaming up for "The Final(s) Countdown."

The Center for Teaching & Learning will have tables in the main library space that night, helping our students prepare for Final Exam week, coaching help with end-of-semester papers, etc. In addition to the academic rigor, there will be wellness packages, some refreshments, prizes, and comfort animals.

For Final Exams week, Halle Library will have "Donut Stress, Do Your Best!" - coffee and doughnuts after 6 p.m. on Dec. 18, 19, and 20.

Halle Library will be open extra late (until 2 a.m.) for Final Exam week, Sunday, Dec. 17 through Wednesday, Dec. 20.

Dean's List Information

Endicott uses an opt-out process for sharing student achievement news with hometown newspapers. News will be sent out automatically each semester unless the student has a privacy hold on their information. We work with a third-party vendor to send student achievement news to newspapers most relevant to the student, based on home address zip code. Endicott will also send an email notification of the achievement to a parent email address on file with the College that can be shared with any additional newspapers or on social media. Only students can add their parent’s email addresses to their account and may do so through the Registrar’s Office or MyEndicott.

Information shared is Directory Information per FERPA. If students have contacted the Registrar's Office to place a privacy hold on Directory Information, their achievements will not be publicized.

Students or parents should fill out the appropriate form to place a privacy hold on Directory Information or to update any changes in information. Please email registrar@endicott.edu with any questions. Click here for more information. 

Each summer, Endicott College affords the opportunity for students to live and work on campus. Many departments, including Physical Plant, Misselwood Events, Admission, and the Post Center, as well as others hire students from May to August. Some departments' opportunities extend beyond the summer months. More details to be made available to students in the coming weeks.

Clubs & Orgs: Getting Involved is a Work in Progress

Our clubs and organizations had a great semester. They held over 30 events ranging from Friendsgiving to Mental Health Awareness Games, and even a semi-formal. We understand that getting involved in the first semester can be slightly overwhelming as your students navigate new schedules, transitions, and other involvements. 

We will host another Involvement Fair during Winter Welcome Week to give students an opportunity to meet our clubs and organizations. It is never too late to get involved in a club or organization! The Office of Student Engagement is always happy to meet with students to figure out what clubs or organizations are the best for your student's interests and schedule. 

Make sure your student keeps an eye out for the Campus Activities Board (CAB) Gullabration schedule! Gullabration is from November 29-December 13 and is full of holiday-themed events to get your students ready for the holidays and to give them some fun and relaxing things to do before finals! Students can follow @endicott_cab for more information on the events.

Campus Race to Zero Waste (CR2ZW) 2024 is just around the corner! In February and March, Endicott will participate in CR2ZW, a friendly competition and benchmarking tool for colleges and universities across the country to promote waste reduction. Throughout the competition, the Office of Sustainability will host several events for students, faculty, and staff in order to get everyone in the spirit of reducing, reusing, and recycling. Events range from a WALL-E themed Movie Night, to the GameDay Basketball Challenge, to Residence Hall Recycling Competitions! Stay tuned for more information about CR2ZW24 and be sure to participate for a chance to win prizes, meet new people, and learn about Sustainability!

As part of CR2ZW, The Offices of Sustainability and Community Service will be holding the Third Annual Campus Freecycle Thrift Store on Monday, February 12 from 3-5 p.m. in Lower Callahan. Freecycling is when you give away an item you no longer need to someone who can make use of it, rather than throwing it in the trash. But we need your help! We are asking for donations of used clothing, office supplies, decorative goods, and anything else you and your friends/siblings/children no longer have a use for. Winter break is the perfect time to go through your (or your child's) closet and get a jump start on spring cleaning. All of these items will be available for both students and staff for free (suggested $5 donation store entry). All proceeds will go to Beverly Bootstraps. When students return from break, donation boxes will be placed throughout the following residential halls for collections: Endicott, Brindle, Frates, Standish, Stoneridge, Marblehead, Bayview, and Kennedy.

Our last program of the semester will be held on December 6. At the Reflect & Connect Dinner, first-year students will reflect on their first semester and explore different types of reflection. Students will work on goals and reflect on how they can have a successful spring semester. 

For those planning travel arrangements for December please click here for the Final Exam schedule and here for the Academic Calendar.

Need some holiday gift ideas for your student? Check out some fun options along with some graduate gift ideas. 

In Performing Arts, the home stretch of the semester brings many final performances along with opportunities to audition for the spring semester! Interested in Chamber Ensemble? Email Nathan Cohen for audition information. To audition for Percussion Ensemble, email George Darrah, and for Endicott Singers, email Becca Kenneally. Jazz Band, Modern Band, and Pep Band do not require an audition, but email their directors for info on joining next semester. To audition for the student Drama Club spring show about Grimm’s Tales, click Spotlight Drama Club Auditions. To audition for the spring Mainstage Musical, click Everything You Need to Know About Something Rotten Auditions. 

And don’t miss the end of semester shows!! There’s a student-run Coffee House in the Lower Callahan on Wed. Dec. 6 at 6 p.m. featuring many students in the Modern Band Project. The Repertory Dance Ensemble Faculty Showcase is on Fri. Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 9 at 2:00 p.m. in the Rose Theater. On Sunday, Dec. 10 at 3 p.m. check out the Chamber Ensemble and Endicott Singers in Concert. Monday, Dec. 11 there’s a  Student Solo Recital 5:30-7:15 p.m. in Rose. Monday, Dec. 11, catch the Musical Theater Class Recital at 8:30 p.m. in Rose. Finally, Wednesday, December 13 hear the ECHO A cappella Concert 7 p.m. in the Lodge.

Tickets and seat reservations to most Endicott Events can be found HERE, and all events are FREE for student EC ID holders.

There will be lots of opportunities to see your Gulls in action during break. Please check out our schedule at ecgulls.com

As the semester winds to a close, don't forget to prepare for Winter Break Closing. All college housing will be closed to students starting on December 21 at 6 p.m. until January 21 at 10 a.m. Students in need of winter break housing (starting on January 2 until January 21) are eligible to apply now in their housing portal.

Residence Life and the Office of Student Transitions are starting the search for Resident Assistants and Orientation Leaders. The Student Leader application will open on December 11! We will be offering informational sessions for interested students to better understand the different positions and the selection process. Informational Sessions are listed below.

December 13 at 6:30 p.m. - Klebanoff Auditorium

January 17 at 6:30 p.m. - Virtual Zoom Meeting

January 29 at 6:30 p.m. - Klebanoff Auditorium