EMPower

Elevate Your Virtual Learning Experience

Are you ready to take your SUNY Empire State University journey to new heights? Join us for the EMPower virtual event on February 26th and 27th, 2025 via Microsoft Teams. This dynamic, student-centered event is designed to foster collaboration, innovation, and intellectual growth within our vibrant community.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with others, learn from others, and innovate your virtual connections within a digital learning environment. Register now!

  • Wednesday, February 26, 2025 from 11:00AM-1:15PM EST
    • Session 1: 11:00AM-11:45AM
    • Session 2: 11:45AM-12:30PM
    • Session 3: 12:30PM-1:15PM
  • Thursday, February 27, 2025 from 5:00PM-7:15PM EST
    • Session 1: 5:00PM-5:45PM
    • Session 2: 5:45PM-6:30PM
    • Session 3: 6:30PM-7:15PM

Connect, Learn, and Innovate

  • Share Your Work: Showcase your academic and creative achievements.
  • Gain Valuable Feedback: Receive constructive input from peers and experts.
  • Build Strong Connections: Network with fellow students, faculty, and staff.
  • Explore New Ideas: Discover innovative approaches to your studies.

Potential Session Topics

Academic Skills

  • Presentation Skills
  • Resume and CV Building
  • Time Management and Coursework Strategies
  • Review of Literature Techniques
  • Final Project Tips and Tricks
  • ePortfolio Development
  • Budgeting for Academic Projects

Technology and Tools

  • AI Technology and Its Applications
  • Leveraging Library Resources
  • Brightspace Power Users – Machine Translation, Alternative formats, Planning your coursework, Managing your discussion posts

Collaborative Work

  • Co-Authoring a Paper
  • Group Project Collaboration
  • Thesis/Dissertation Writing
  • Lesson Plan Development
  • Instructor and Student Projects

Creative Expression

  • Artwork Showcase and Discussion

Session Formats

  • Concurrent Sessions: In-depth discussions on specific topics.
  • Lightning Sessions: Brief, impactful presentations.

Let's empower each other to succeed!