Welcome to Marist College

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Welcome to Marist

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Welcome to *Marist*! We are excited for you to learn about our community. A private institution founded in 1929 by the Marist Brothers, Marist offers the power of a global university with the traditions of a leading liberal arts college. Our campus sits on the banks of the Hudson River in New York's historic Hudson River Valley, situated midway between NYC and Albany. There are 40+ bachelor's degrees, 15 master's degrees, and various certificate programs for our population of over 5,000 undergraduate and nearly 1,000 graduate students. The Office of Admission is committed to enrolling a diverse group of people whose backgrounds and talents will enhance each other's educational experience.Before we get started, let me explain the many ways you can explore our beautiful space. -You can jump to the next stop by clicking on the "Next" button. -Now, if you already know where you want to go, you can select any location by using the list OR by clicking directly on the map. -Lastly, remember that you can explore any particular location in more detail by clicking the supplemental icons.

James A Cannavino Library

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At the center of campus is the *James A. Cannavino Library*, providing our students beautiful views as they complete their studies. It is a world-class facility that integrates traditional books and periodicals with IBM digital technology, and is open over 100 hours a week during the semester and 24/7 during finals week. It is home to various student support services, such as the Academic Learning Center, Tutoring Center, Career Services, and the Center for Multicultural Affairs. There are collaborative work rooms for group projects and study, and ample computer and laptop access. When students need a study break, they can grab a coffee or snack from the Library Brew cafe!

Keys to Success

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At Marist, the key to success is access to top faculty, facilities, alumni, and strategic partnerships. Faculty focus on experiential learning with our state-of-the-art facilities. 77% of faculty hold a PhD or terminal degree in their field, and you'll benefit from their guidance once on campus. Students have access to the College's global alumni network and Career Services hosts top employers for internship and career fairs. Students access these opportunities to advance their knowledge and nurture their values to prepare them for leadership after graduation.

Life on the Hudson

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The Hudson River is an integral part of the Marist experience. Longview Park provides direct access to the waterfront, and on a sunny day, you'll find students hanging out on the docks, playing games, or studying and taking in the view. We also host events here throughout the year, such as concerts, barbeques, boat cruises, and more. This stretch of the Hudson - with one of the longest-reaching and most scenic views anywhere on the river - is home to our champion men's and women's crew teams and still hosts intercollegiate meets. It provides unparalleled scenic vistas of the historic Hudson River Valley that have inspired presidents, painters, and poets.

Hancock Center

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The *Hancock Center* houses the School of Computer Science and Mathematics. In addition to classrooms and labs such as our enterprise computing lab and our Security Operations Center, the Hancock Center is home to: the IBM Joint Study program, where faculty and students collaborate on research brought to them directly from IBM; the Student Investment Center, where students can work on their Bloomberg certifications or directly manage the $100,000 Greystone Equity Fund; the Marist Poll, where students conduct polls on local, state, and national issues, with the results attracting national attention through partnerships with NBC News, The Wall Street Journal, HBO's Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel, and more.

Marist Without Borders

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Marist emphasizes exploration – academically, professionally, and globally. Professionally, students often intern locally or Manhattan, and some spend an entire semester living there through our Marist In Manhattan program. We also offer residential semester internships in Albany (the state capital), DC, London, and Dublin. Marist Abroad Programs facilitates full-year, semester, and short-term programs in 70+ locations for nearly half of students who study abroad. We have a campus in Florence, Italy, with bachelor's and master's degrees, and we offer first-year abroad programs in Florence & Dublin. Marist is consistently and highly ranked for participation in study abroad, and a global perspective is woven into the educational fabric of the institution.

The Academic Quad

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Our Academic Quad is the academic center of our campus, featuring three of our academic facilities and the Library. The campus itself is quite walkable, and everything you need you can reach within a 10-15 minute walk. You'll find that at Marist, the educational experience focuses on the integration of hands-on experiences under the guidance of caring, supportive, and knowledgeable faculty members. The average class at Marist is about 20-25 students, and all of our classes are capped at 35. In these small classes, our students benefit from one-on-one attention from our faculty and lively classroom discussions.

Dyson Center

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The *Dyson Center* is home to the *AACSB-accredited* School of Management and the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Currently, facilities housed in the Dyson Center include the School of Management Advising and Career Center, the Center for Social Justice Research, as well as a number of classrooms and faculty offices. The Dyson Center is slated for renovation, and the updated facility will include a new investment center, research and sleep labs, and ample collaborative workspace for students to enjoy.

The North End

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On the north end of campus, you'll find *Fontaine Hall*, home of the School of Liberal Arts, and North End Housing. Fontaine holds classrooms, faculty offices, and a black box theatre. It also houses The Hudson River Valley Institute, the region's center for study on the congressionally-dedicated National Heritage Area we call home. North End Housing provides juniors and seniors apartment-style living, with single bedrooms, a kitchenette, air conditioning, and more. There is also a fitness center, recreation studio, and a café with a variety of food options. The quad is a great place to hang out, and provides quick access to athletic fields and amazing views of the river.

Lowell Thomas Communications Center

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The *Lowell Thomas Communications Center* is named for the legendary broadcast pioneer, explorer, and Dutchess County neighbor who received an honorary doctorate from Marist in 1981. Artifacts from the life and times of Lowell Thomas are on display throughout the facility. Lowell Thomas, which houses the School of Communication and the Arts, features two TV studios, an AVID training center, and podcast studio, the Media Center, and our Centers for Sports Communication and Social Media. You'll also find a number of computer labs and study spaces if you need a change of scenery from the Library!

East Campus

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East Campus is linked by a pedestrian underpass, and is home to two major academic buildings and many students. The townhouses on this side of campus are for sophomores, juniors, and seniors—Fulton provides eight single rooms, a living room, dining area, kitchen, and two bathrooms, while the West Cedar townhouses offer four double-occupancy bedrooms, with similar amenities. There are laundry facilities in each area, and a multifunction facility which includes a small fitness center, lounge area, computer annex, and The Marketplace. This provides an added dining option which features a grill station, sandwiches, salads, and snacks. There are also tennis courts and basketball courts for recreation.

Science & Allied Health Center

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The Science and Allied Health Center is home to the master's-level Physician Assistant program, Doctor of Physical Therapy program, as well as various undergraduate labs for biology, medical laboratory sciences, and athletic training. This four-level building houses a cognitive computing and research lab, a gross anatomy lab, simulation trauma suites and exam rooms, classrooms, a lecture hall, as well as other labs, student lounges, and office space.

Steel Plant Studios

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Steel Plant houses our departments of Fashion and Art & Digital Media. The design builds around the structure of the old Steel Plant to add space and upgrades, while still keeping with the historic nature of the building. The building houses a multitude of facilities including: art & fashion galleries; design studios; digital labs; a makerspace with body scanners, 3D printers, and large-format 2D printers; a textile wet lab; garment archive; a fashion resource lab; our Steel Plant Garden Cafe, which features a local coffee roaster; and a standalone retail space for our student-run retail enterprise, *Mporium*.

Red Fox Nation

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Whether it's football, lacrosse, or soccer games, you will always find Red Foxes cheering on their fellow classmates in Tenney Stadium! Our Division I football team competes in the Pioneer League, while the rest of our 22 DI sports compete in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC). But our Foxes don't just run the field on game day—Tenney Stadium is used for our various intramural sports and club teams throughout the academic year, so you'll almost always find activity under these lights.

James J McCann Recreation Center

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Approximately 75% of our student body is involved in some form of athletic programming, whether it's Division I, club, or intramurals, so you'll often find the newly renovated *James J. McCann Center* bustling with activity during the school year. The McCann Center has a swimming pool with a diving well, a recreation gym, an indoor track, indoor turf, a number of multi-purpose spaces for dance and fitness classes, and extensive weight and cardio equipment. And on game day, you can find our mascot Frankie the Fox cheering with Red Fox Nation in the arena!

Freshman Quad

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Marist is a highly residential campus—96% of first-year students live on campus, and a large majority of upperclassmen choose to stay on campus as well. Our freshman residence areas are, for the most part, traditional corridor-style living (available in *Leo, Sheahan, and Champagnat Halls*), though there are quad and suite options available (Marian and Midrise Halls). All of our freshman residences offer laundry facilities at no additional cost (also true of all upperclassmen housing), multiple lounge spaces for study and recreation, and live-in staff members to assist with the transition to collegiate life. Student RAs facilitate weekly programs to help students relax and get to know one another!

Murray Student Center

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The Murray Student Center serves as the social hub of the College, bringing together our vibrant and active campus community for events, meetings, lectures, comedy clubs, open mic nights, movie and game nights, and so much more. Here, you'll find student services such as the Health & Wellness Center, Student Activities, First Year Programs, and the Student Government Association. You'll encounter events or meetings from our over 80 clubs and organizations, and you'll often hear music playing or rehearsals happening as well—our Music Department and theatre are located in this building, and you'll be able to attend (or participate in!) a wide array of student performances throughout the year.

Marist Dining

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The Student Center is also home to our main Dining Hall, featuring a magnificent atrium dining space and quiet dining room, each with views of the Hudson. The facility offers a wide variety of serving stations, and provides delicious, healthy food, prepared using fresh local and regional products. There are also a number of accommodations for students with dietary restrictions and allergies, including a dedicated simple servings station and an allergen-free "MyZone" kitchen. Aside from the Dining Hall, Marist also offers a grab & go eatery, The Cabaret, with to-go food, snacks, and Chick-n-Bap for build-your-own rice or lettuce bowls, burritos, and more!

The Red Fox Family

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Becoming a Red Fox means joining an active and welcoming community of people from all over the world, who are engaged in a wide array of academic, athletic, cultural, and extracurricular pursuits. Our students are highly engaged in both our campus life and the local community, and you'll find that there is so much you can do to make your time at Marist truly fulfilling. In a few short years, Marist students build life-long relationships, and participate in experiences and a community that helps them grow tremendously. Joining the Red Fox family connects you to a global community of successful alumni, all of whom call Marist their home!

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