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MEMBER BENEFITS
As a member of the LaGuardia Community College Alumni Association,
you will be invited to all events sponsored by the Association,
including membership meetings, seminars, workshops, get-togethers,
receptions, mentor programs, educational and social gatherings,
trips, lectures/seminars, and career workshops. Alumni sponsored
computer classes will be scheduled for a nominal fee. In
addition, you will be notified of special events sponsored
by other areas of the College community open to alumni.
Your membership entitles you to the following Association-sponsored
benefits:
- FREE subscription to the Alumni Association Newsletter,
which is published annually. It is full of news about
our fellow alumni and information about the latest developments
and events at the college.
- FREE subscription to the Alumni Association Calendar
of Events, which is published annually. It outlines
workshops, seminars, concerts and performances, trips,
and other special events, both on and off-campus that
are of interest to alumni.
- FREE enrollment in the Alumni Association Theatre
Discount Program. In association with MGM
Consulting, Association members are offered
Broadway and off-Broadway theatre ticket discounts ranging
from 20%-50% off or more. Several shows also offer reduced
rates for nearby parking, as well as discounts at nearby
restaurants. For show updates and ordering information:
Call (212) 935-2664.
- Reader’s Digest offers up to
85% on magazines, CD’s and gifts. Visit www.QSP.com
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 Working
Advantage offers up to 40% discounts on the
following:
Loews/Cineplex, AMC theatres, United Artists, Regal
Cinemas, Clearview, Carmike, Edwards Cinemas; National
amusement Multiplex, General Cinema, Hoyts Cinemas,
Marcus Cinemas Mann Theatres, City Cinemas, Blockbuster
Video Rental Coupons and Hollywood Video Rental Coupons.
Amusement Parks: Busch Gardens, Universal Studios, and
Sea World
Ski Tickets in Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, New York,
New Jersey.
Gift Certificates: olive Garden, Bertucci, Red Lobster,
Bennigan’s Planet Hollywood, Uno’s Chicago
Bar and Grill, Hollywood Video, Bath and Body Works,
KB Toys/BK Kids, Borders, TGI Friday’s, Brookstone,
DSW Shoe Warehouse.
To order online: www.workingadvantage.com.
- Buyer’s Edge – Buy-By-Phone
and Buy-in-Person – This network of selected vendors
who have agreed to give substantial discounts and the
lowest price guarantee because they do not have the
normal advertising sales costs when dealing with our
members. Members call vendors directly for price quotes
and orders on items such as:
Major appliances – refrigerators,
dehumidifiers, freezers, washers, dryers, ranges, dishwashers,
disposal units, and microwaves.
Audio equipment – Receivers,
turntables, tape decks, speakers, amplifiers, systems,
consoles and compact disc players.
Carpeting and rugs – Wall to
wall or broadloom with installation.
China, crystal, silver, porcelain figurines –
with Bridal Registry Available.
Computers – Personal computers,
monitors, printers.
Jewelry – Diamonds, Fine Jewelry,
Watches – buy direct room manufacturers, Catalog
available.
Exercise equipment – Rowers,
universal stationary exercise bikes, treadmills, ski
machines, free weights, and physician’s scales.
Furniture – Authorized dealer
for over 300 furniture manufacturers.
Lighting – Lamps, chandeliers,
and sconces, most major quality brands.
Luggage – Travel, briefcases,
portfolios, attaché cases, travel accessories.
Pianos & organs TV & video equipment
– All types of color televisions, including big
screen, video recorders and video cameras.
Vacuum cleaners – Most makes
and models available.
Travel – Discount on any trip
advertised by airlines, cruise lines, tour operators
plus free: $100,000 life insurance on airline tickets.
Kitchen cabinets –Designer services
available.
Moving plan – for distances over
40 miles or interstate.
Website: www.buyersedgeinc.com
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 AT&T
Wireless Services offers an exclusive discounted
wireless phone program.
- Avis – With great discounts
and the highest levels of service, there's never been
a better reason to rent with Avis!
Website: Exclusive Avis Benefits
- Hertz – Average savings of
15%-25% off of Hertz Stand Rate
Website: http://bapmember.hertz.com
- Flower’s USA
- 1-800-FLOWERS – Members receive
a 10% discount. Choose from a wide range or products
including fresh flowers, plants, gourmet baskets, confectioneries,
balloons and express mail-gift items.
- Sam Ash offers 10% discount on sheet
music and books.
- Restaurant Discounts at: Mickey
Mantles’ Restaurant Sports Bar
Side Tracks – Free Desert with Dinner.
Casa Romana Restaurant at 39-20 Queens Blvd. –
20 % discount.
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 RECREATIONAL
FACILITIES
Alumni Association members may purchase discounted passes to use the
College’s recreational facilities. This includes the Sports Gym, Fitness
Center and Pool. You must present your valid Alumni Association card
in order to be eligible for the discount.
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A combination Open Gym/Fitness
Center pass will enable you to use the gym
during “Open Recreation Hours” to play basketball,
volleyball, etc. It will also enable you
to use the Fitness Center, which is now,
a first-class weight training and cardiovascular
facility! Fees $5/daily; $20/3 months; $65/year.
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An Open Swim pass will enable
you to use the pool during “Open Swim & Lap
Swim” Hours. $5/daily; $20/3 months, $100/year.
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Alumni Association members
may also purchase a “Gold Pass” which will
entitle you to use the Sports Gym, Fitness
Center, attend Group Fitness Classes and
use the Pool for an entire year! Fee $150/year.
For additional information call:
| Recreation........................................ |
(718) 482-5044 |
| The Fitness Center............................ |
(718) 482-5963 |
| The Sports Gym................................ |
(718) 482-5043 |
| The Aquatics Center.......................... |
(718) 482-5038 |
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 ADULT& CONTINUING
EDUCATION
Members of the Alumni Association may receive a 50% discount for most
continuing education courses on a space available basis. You must present
your current alumni card when registering for courses.
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A non-refundable registration
fee of $10.00 is required for all courses.
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Discounts become available
three (3) days prior to the start of the
selected course.
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Courses in the New Directions
for Mature Adults program are already discounted.
Some courses are exempt from discounts or
waivers. These are coded ND after the tuition
costs. See class schedule for details.
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For a free brochure, or information
on course offerings and registration periods,
call the Adult & Continuing Education
Office at (718) 482-7244. Or, visit the office,
located in Room M-141. Be sure to have your
name placed on their mailing list.
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 LAGUARDIA
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
The LaGuardia Performing Arts Center (LPAC) presents an array of music,
dance, performance art and theatre for audiences of all ages. Ticket
prices are extremely reasonable, but as a member of the Alumni Association,
you are eligible for discounts from $3 and up off ticket prices on all
performances. Please present your valid alumni card when purchasing your
tickets. For a free brochure, or information about upcoming, performances,
please call the LPAC Box Office at (718) 482-5151. |
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SERVICES
In addition to the benefits sponsored by the Alumni Association, other
areas of the College provide services to members at no charge, or for
a discounted fee. Those services are described below. Please contact
the appropriate area for additional information concerning hours, program
descriptions and fees.
During your career you may face many challenges including re-entry to
the labor force; job or career advancement; changing work conditions
and much more. Don’t face these challenges alone. The Job Placement Office
of the Division of Cooperative Education provides a variety of programs
and services that can help you advance your career or assist your job
search.
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All alumni have until one year
after their date of graduation to register
with the Job Placement Office for FREE services.
The office will work with these graduates
for a total of one year from the date they
register with the Placement Office.
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FREE services are offered for
Alumni Association members after the initial
one-year offered to all graduates.
Job Placement Office
The Job Placement pass entitles holders to:
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Two half-hour individual consultations
on your job search and career advancement.
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Mailings on our Job Fairs and
Seminars
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Invitations to workshops
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Access to the CUNY JLD Job
Bank and printed job leads.
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Opportunity for a Simulated
Interview which provides constructive feedback
on interviewing skills.
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Access to PCs and Macs for
writing for writing cover letters & resumes.
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Usage of the Resource Library
for books, magazines and videotapes on job
and career related topics.
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PROCESSING AND COMPUTER LABS
Alumni Association members may use the College’s computer labs when classes
are not in session. Please bring your own supply of paper and floppy
disks. To avoid delays and disappointment, please contact the labs prior
to coming on campus in order in order to verify their hours. Keep in
mind that lab hours may vary each semester and during intersession periods.
You must present your valid alumni card and obey the instructions of
lab personnel. You should also ask if a staff person would be available
to provide you with assistance.
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There are 15 Labs – E, M and
C Buildings. For lab availability check website:
www.lagcc.cuny.edu/IS/labs.asp; or call (718)
482-6127.
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The Computer Systems Department
Lab is located in Room L-210, telephone (718)
349-4062.
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 LIBRARY & LIBRARY
MEDIA RESOURCES CENTER
Alumni Association members have book borrowing privileges as well as
use the electronic resources. Alumni will have to present their cards
to be registered into the Library system before they can borrow or use
the electronic resources. A bar code number will be assigned to each
member. The College’s Reference Library upon presentation of your Alumni
Association membership card. Some of the electronic resources include:
EBSCOhost, Lexis-Nexis, netLibrary, InfoTrac as well as many other resources.
There are many more resources available. Electronic or subscription databases
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DISCOUNT PARKING
At student rate after 4:00 p.m. - $2.50. |
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 ALUMNI
AFFAIRS OFFICE
If you have any further questions or requests for additional information,
please get in touch with the Alumni Affairs Office. Our alumni affairs
officers and staff are here to advise and assist you. To schedule and
appointment, contact us via:
Office Hours
Mon. & Tues. 9-5
Wed. 9-7:30
Thur. 9-5
Fri. 9-12
Location
LaGuardia Community College/CUNY is conveniently located by subway, bus,
or car just over the 59th Street Bridge at 31-10 Thomson Avenue in
Long Island City, New York |
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