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At the Maxwell School, we value collaborative learning environments that foster real student connections. These connections hold especially important during the coronavirus pandemic as many of you adjust to new work environments and added responsibilities in your personal lives.
Access your Virtual Care Package below, packed with helpful resources for your physical and mental health.
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Maxwell Virtual Events
The Maxwell School is hosting a variety of alumni talks and other virtual events. You can find the events calendar here.
Digital Swag
We know that you’re spending plenty of time on video conference calls, so make the most of your social distancing by adding some fun Zoom background images or social media cover photos. Access the links below for different photos.
Zoom Backgrounds
Social Media
Fitness Classes
Social distancing isn’t the only way that you can take care of your physical health! Join a live fitness class External link , take a pre-recorded class External link to go at your own pace, or find a guided meditation or stretch in the Wellness Portal External link .
Counseling Support
Schedule a counseling session over the phone or through Zoom.
Alumni Mentor
Our students are not alone during this challenging time. Many Maxwell alumni have volunteered to help mentor students to provide additional support and guidance. See below for some advice from those who have graduated, and if you would like to be connected to an alumni mentor please reach out to Nell at nsbartko@maxwell.syr.edu.
“In order to complete my coursework, I found I had to spend time learning or even re-learning basic concepts in certain areas. I eventually realized that the instructors were more than happy to recommend books, lectures or podcasts to students like me that were struggling in certain areas.”
Advice from James Hartman, Battalion Chief, Rochester Fire Department in Rochester, NY, Class of ‘20
“Remember your why and the impact you want to see in your sector, let that orientate and drive you!”
Advice from Jonathan Leon, Director, Georgia Leadership for Educational Equity in Atlanta, GA, Class of ‘18
“Listen to your body’s, mind’s and spirit’s limitations, but keep at it. You’ll probably surprise yourself more than once by producing something excellent.”
Advice from Brandie Andrews, Vice President, AIR Worldwide in Boston, MA, Class of ‘20
“Stay connected. Maxwell is a special place where we are all “family”. This is a vast and powerful network. Be a part of it! GO ORANGE!!”
Advice from Chris Meek, Senior Director of Global Relationship Management, S&P Global, Inc in New York, NY, Class of ’18
“To the extent possible, break up the workload throughout the week. Storing it up for the weekend can lead to burnout. I usually tried to make a list that broke up the work into manageable chunks. Also, determine what you actually need to fully read vs what can be reference material. There’s not time to read every word in some classes.”
Advice from Rachel Kuntzsch, President, Public Sector Consultants in Lansing, Michigan, Class of ’19
“Finishing the ExecutiveMPA is more satisfying than I could have ever imagined when I was a student.”
Advice from Matt Passarell, Quality Associate III, Baxter Healthcare/Global Technical Services in Albion, NY, Class of ’20