FAQs

​​

• What type of classes are being offered for SPRING 2023?
  • We are offering in-person, hybrid and online classes.
• Who can attend hybrid and in-person classes? 
  • All students registering for a fully in-person or hybrid class for the Spring term must be fully vaccinated to attend in-person classes unless they have been granted an exception or medical exemption. Student Vaccination Policy Requirements
• Will I be able to register for classes without being fully vaccinated?
  • You will be able to register for classes prior to vaccination, but if you are taking in-person or hybrid classes you will have to share proof that you will be fully vaccinated (or receive an exception or medical exemption) prior to the start of classes.  More details on Student Vaccination Policy can be found here.
• I am having issues with registration. Who can I contact for assistance? 
  • First, review Registration FAQs. This explains common error messages and actions needed. For assistance, you can contact your assigned academic advisor. CAAS can also assist; we will review your record to troubleshoot. Email advisement@csi.cuny.edu or visit our Virtual Chat Room Mondays-Thursdays 9-5pm and Fridays 9-2pm for registration assistance.
• Who do I contact to remove a hold before registration? 
  • For advisement holds (ADV) : advisement@csi.cuny.edu 
  • For Bursar holds (BUR): bursar@csi.cuny.edu 
  • For CLUE holds (ORI): studentlife@csi.cuny.edu 
• I want to change my major and don't know what to take.  Who can I contact?
  • Students can change their major online here. You can review requirements of all majors using the Four Year Academic Plans and Degree Works.  The Center for Advising and Academic Success will be able to connect you with an advisor who will review the requirements of your new intended major. Email: advisement@csi.cuny.edu 
• When does the semester begin?
  • Classes begin January 25. Review the Academic Calendar for important dates. 

• What type of classes are being offered for Spring 2023?
  • We are offering in-person, hybrid and online classes.
  • Please view the Schedule of Classes for courses; you can locate the INSTRUCTION MODE on the last column of the SEARCH RESULTS.  You can also locate INSTRUCTION MODE on the description of the individual section. Be sure to review the NOTES of your class selection for specific class requirements. 

IN-PERSON CLASSES 

• What is an in-person class?
  • In an In-Person class, all required class meetings occur on campus, during scheduled class meeting times. Contact includes instruction, learning activities, and interactions (both student-student and student-instructor). An In-Person class where material is provided online, via Blackboard or website, does not displace any of the required contact hours that would normally occur in a scheduled In-Person class. Assignment deadlines and exams days/times are maintained and included on the class syllabus. All In-Person class meeting days/times are listed in the schedule of classes.
• Do I need to be vaccinated to attend an in-person class?  
  • Yes, all students registering for an in-person class must be fully vaccinated unless they have been granted an exception or medical exemption. Student Vaccination Policy Requirements.  
• What is the deadline for submitting vaccination documentation?
  • Students attending In-person or hybrid classes must be vaccinated and submit proof of vaccination.  Vaccine deadline for Spring is January 15, 2023. Review Returning to Campus
• How do I submit documentation?
  • Students can provide verification of a COVID-19 vaccination by submitting evidence of vaccination through the CUNYfirst portal.  Log into CUNYfirst and click on Vaccination Verification link in the CUNYfirst Menu. For more information, visit https://www.cuny.edu/coronavirus/faqs/ or you can follow the instructions found here.

ONLINE CLASSES 

• What is an online class?
  • In an online class (synchronous or asynchronous), all required contact hours are fully online. Students are expected to log-into the virtual course and complete the work as indicated on the course syllabus and in your course module. 
• If I am taking online classes only, do I need to be vaccinated?
  • No. Only students who will attend in-person or hybrid courses need to be vaccinated. Student Vaccination Policy Requirements
• There are two types of online classes. What is the difference?
  • We offer SYNCHRONOUS and ASYNCHRONOUS online classes.  
    • SYNCHRONOUS courses meet virtually at the time noted on the course schedule.    
    • ASYNCHRONOUS courses do not have set meeting days or times.  
• How can I tell if my ONLINE classes are SYNCHRONOUS or ASYNCHRONOUS? 
  • This is noted on the course descriptions in the Schedule of Classes.  If you view your course schedule in your Student Center in CUNYFirst, the designation will be noted under ROOM. 
  • e.g. ENG 111-12345 Monday/Wednesday 4:40PM-6:20PM ONLINE-SYNCHRONOUS
  • e.g. ENG 111-12346 ONLINE-ASYNCHRONOUS
• How do I access my classes online? 
  • Once you register for courses in CUNYFirst, you will be able to view your schedule.  These courses will appear in Blackboard within 48 hours under MY COURSES.   

HYBRID CLASSES

• What is a HYBRID class?
  • A HYBRID class meets both in-person and online.  If you are registered for a hybrid course, email your instructor before classes begin to learn more about the course expectations, and specific days/meeting time requirements. Alternatively, you may email the academic department hosting the specific section. You can also use the CAMPUS DIRECTORY or DEPARTMENT CONTACT LISTING.
• Do I need to be vaccinated to attend my HYBRID class? 
  • Yes, all students registering for a hybrid class must be fully vaccinated unless they have been granted an exception or medical exemption. Student Vaccination Policy Requirements
• There are different types of HYBRID classes. What is the difference?
  • HYBRID: IN-PERSON AND ONLINE: Class will meet both in person (on campus) and online (synchronous).
  • HYBRID: ONLINE INSTRUCTION AND EXAMS IN-PERSON: Class will meet online (synchronous) and the midterm and/or final exam(s) may be in person (on campus).
  • HYBRID: BLENDED: Class is blended, which means some students will be able to attend in person (on campus) and some students will be able to attend online (synchronous).
  • If you are registered for a hybrid course, email your instructor before classes begin to learn more about the course expectations, and specific days/meeting time requirements. See other options above. 
• A class is listed as HYBRID.  How can I tell what type of HYBRID class it is?  
  • This is noted on the course descriptions in the Schedule of Classes.  If you view your course schedule in your Student Center in CUNYFirst, the designation will be noted under ROOM. For full details, be sure to read the NOTES section of your course description. 
    • HYBRID: IN-PERSON AND ONLINE:
      • e.g. ENG 111-12345 Tuesday 10:10-12:05 Rm 2A-110/Thursday: 10:10-12:05 Rm CSI - OL-01 Online-Synchronous
    • HYBRID: ONLINE INSTRUCTION AND EXAMS IN-PERSON:
      • e.g. ENG 111-12345 Monday/Wednesday 4:40PM-6:20PM ONLINE-SYNCHRONOUS

PREPARATION 

• What do I need to learn ONLINE? 
  • In order to be fully prepared for the fall semester and your online learning, you will need access to a computer or device with internet connection.  
• How else can I prepare for online learning?
  • Complete the "Are You Ready for Online Learning" module in Blackboard. It is located under MY ORGANIZATIONS. 
• I want to know more about my specific classes. Who do I contact? 
  • You should email your instructors with specific questions about coursework.  For contact information, visit the CAMPUS DIRECTORY.
• I have an issue with my SLAS or EMAIL account. Who can help?
  • Review these INSTRUCTIONS for assistance. Still need help? Email: helpdesk@csi.cuny.edu

ACCESS 

• How do I access my classes online? 
  • Once you register for courses in CUNYFirst, you will be able to view your schedule.  These courses will appear in Blackboard within 48 hours under MY COURSES.  
• I am new to Blackboard.  Where can I learn more?
  • There are TUTORIALS on Blackboard on our website, as well as FAQs to assist.  The Office of Information Technology Services offers STUDENT TECHNOLOGY workshops.
• I am having issues with Blackboard. Who can I contact for help?
  • If you have tried to troubleshoot using the FAQS and tutorials and cannot resolve your issue, email helpdesk@csi.cuny.edu
• How do I contact my instructor?
  • You can view your class schedule and names of your course instructors in CUNYFirst and Navigate CSI.  You can use the Navigate CSI app to email your instructors directly. You can also use the CAMPUS DIRECTORY for contact information.  Alternatively, you may email the academic department hosting the specific section. You can also use the CAMPUS DIRECTORY or DEPARTMENT CONTACT LISTING.

See CUNY Guidelines

Spring 2023

TRANSPORTATION: 

Will the Ferry Shuttle and Loop buses be in operation?

Yes. Riders are encouraged to wear masks to prevent the spread of COVID and other seasonal viruses, however, there are no social distancing or masking requirements on CSI buses.

View our Transportation page for CSI bus schedules and transportation information. 

PARKING: 

All operations for Parking & Dolphin Cards Services are back to normal.  Please visit our web pages for hours of operations and information 

DINING:

CSI Campus Dining Services are back to normal. Please visit our web pages for hours of operations and information.