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Hound square

• Our first stop on the tour is Hound square. 

• Various events are held here throughout the year such as the:

• Involvement fair

• Career con

• Bloodhound Thursday and much more

• Some interesting facts about hound square is it’s been used as a filming location for various shows such as law and order svu, manifest and Annie to name a few

Amenities of Hound square

• Across from each we have JJay Cafe and the Game Center

• Next to cafe we have the men’s prayer room and on the opposite side we have the women’s prayer room

Academic support and tutoring

• Also on the same floor we have the writing center and math and science resource center

• On the 7th floor we also have the modern language center, they provide tutoring and workshops in 9 different languages.

• They offer online tutoring, one on one or group tutoring

• Keep in mind that these services are free but appointments must be made in navigate 360

Dining hall

• This is the student dining hall 

• Currently we don’t have a food provider at the moment 

• But you’re still free to access the dining room for its seating and microwaves

• As mentioned before events will be held in the dining hall throughout the year

• To stay up to date keep an eye out for the bulletin boards for the latest events

• It’s a great opportunity to meet your fellow bloodhounds and become involved in the community

Jay Walk

• This is our jay walk, we’re extremely fortunate to have this beautiful rooftop environment for its students to enjoy.

• You’re allowed to hangout and enjoy your lunch and refreshments here but please maintain the cleanliness of the rooftop 

• The Jay walk also connects Herran hall to new building 

• mention the various buildings 

• Point to new building 

• Point to Harran Hall

• Mention the track and field and tennis court are up there

• Point to the BMW building 

• They’ll also have flags on the grass for the 9/11 memorial vs

Harren hall 2nd floor 

• The large TV that will display information, job and internship opportunities, scholarships, and events 

• We used to have our military and veterans services center in harren hall but it was moved in Westport located on 56th street 10th ave 

• Herran hall is currently under renovations at the moment so we won’t be able fully explore the building

• Haaren hall is actually our oldest building on campus 

• It also has its own entrance on 10th avenue

• Beneath the entrance is where the Lloyd Sealy library is also located

• As a student your allowed to use its amenities, rent out books, equipment, and study spaces, must be reserved in advance fyi

Pool

• This our indoor swimming pool

• Swim meets are held here as well as swim classes 

• Students have access to the pool but only during its assigned swim schedule, currently we our in our summer schedule

• But Things the schedule is subject to change 

Dance room

• This is the dance studio

• It’s a multipurpose room, rented out for dance practice, rehearsals, or even yoga classes

• At the moment we’re unable to access it

Do IT help desk

• this is our Do It help desk, it’s our go to resource for technology support

• They assist with any issues or questions regarding email, passwords, and wifi

• Their hours of support is available on the website. They accept walks, and offer remote support via phone or email

• If your having any technical issues I’d recommend going here before classes start since walk in lines tend to get long

Public safety

• This is our public safety office

• Inside the office they have an officer present so you can speak to them directly in regards to public safety

• They have their lost in found located there

• If you need to get your ID replaced, you’ll go here to get a new one

Computer lab

• this is our computer lab

• They providing both black and white and color printing

• They have classrooms here so if your taking a math or science course you may have a class here

• They have loaner laptops that must be reserved in advanced

• They also have rental cameras if your taking a photography class which is cool

CSIL

• this is our center for student involvement & leadership

• Or also known as club row

• They support student involvement through social events and leadership opportunities

• Having more than 60 clubs covering academic, cultural, recreational and service interests

• If you believe you have an idea for a club or want to start one, you’d go to this office

• If you’re involved in one of these clubs you’re free to use the lounge

Blood hound depot

• Next up is our bloodhound depot

• This is where you get your official merch

• They offer a variety of styles and items to represent the school

• The hours of operation are to your right but will change based on the season, it will changed once the semester begins

LGBTQ+ resource center

• this is our LGBTQ+ resource center lounge

• This a safe space and All are welcome to enjoy, gather and connect with each other

• They also hold special events throughout the semester

Student council

• this is our student council office, they’re the student governing that represents the students and organizes campus events

Jay express

• Right in front of you is our Jay express

• It’s our one stop shop for questions about financial aid, transcripts, changing majors, and establishing a minor

• They’ll answer general questions about the various offices and their services

• If further assistance is needed they’ll direct you to the office that will best assist you

Bursar

• this is our Bursar

• they handle the billing, financial transactions, and provide information on all payment methods

• They accept card, cash and checks at the booth

• But in the Bo’s over there they only accept checks

offices

• On to your right we have our offices for

• The Student transition program

• International student services

• The immigrant student success center

• And the LGBTQ+ resource center

• These offices here specialize in providing services to students within those programs, organizations and the community

Wellness center

• Coming up is our wellness center

• They offer various services such as free counseling, emergency funding, food pantry and free break and lunch to name a few

• For any additional information you can grab any brochures or go into the office for further details

Accessibility services

• this is our office accessibility services

• They ensure that students with disabilities have equal access and the proper accommodations to succeed

• If you an IEP back in high school you will need to visit this office and submit the necessary documents since IEPs don’t transfer

The Immigrant student success center

• this is the lounge and a safe space for students of any documentation status

• They offer academic, financial and legal support for students

• They hold various events throughout the year in collaboration with other organizations such as brothers beyond borders

• For any additional information you’re free to take any brochures or visit the lounge

The dean of students

• this is our dean of students

• This office is here to ensure students feel supported both inside and outside the classroom

• You can come in any time to speak to our Dean Dominic Stellini,

Atrium

• This is our atrium, as you can see the main entrance is in that direction. 

• We have our statue of John Jay himself

• We also have the theater, with various showcases presented by its students

• They offer job opportunities as an usher throughout the year

• As mentioned before our 9/11 memorial is in that direction to honor the alumni who’ve passed

Academic advisement center

• This is our academic advisement center

• Everyone is assigned an advisor during their first year in John Jay, you must make a 1-1 appointment with your advisor

• Your advisor will assist you with academic planning and keeping you on track towards graduation

• To make said appointment you must use the navigate 360 app

• If your in a different program such Apple corp, seek or honors you will have a different advisor

The Urban male initiative

• this is the Urban Male initiative office

• Their a program supports students of color, particularly men

• They offer tutoring and mentoring for those in the program

• they have their own computer lab and lounge

The career learning lab

• this is our career learning lab

• As mentioned in our slide show it’s a free resource that you are free to use

• They offer assistance with resumes, job counseling, and internship opportunities

• To utilize their services to its fullest you will need to make an appointment via navigate 360

• You can use the center if your a grad student or alumni