Owning Your Hours is a three-part workshop series designed specifically for non-traditional students juggling school, work, and life. Through practical strategies and empowering conversations, this series will help you reclaim control of your time, build balance, and strengthen your confidence.

Whether you're returning to school after years away or navigating competing priorities, you'll learn how to manage procrastination, set meaningful boundaries, and redefine what success looks like on your terms. Join a supportive space where your experiences are understood, your goals are centered, and your growth is the priority.

REGISTER

Reclaiming Time & Motivation as a Non-Traditional Student

​​​​​​Learn how to take control of your schedule and beat procrastination through time management strategies tailored for your life as a non-traditional student.

Monday, September 15, 2025 
6:00 PM EST 
Online, via Zoom

Balancing Work, Family, and Avoiding Burnout

​​​​​​Learn how to set boundaries, manage stress, and find a balance that works for you. We’ll cover tips to avoid burnout, set realistic goals, and practice simple self-care strategies.

Thursday, September 25, 2025 
6:00 PM EST 
Online, via Zoom

Confidence & Resilience as a Non-Traditional Student

Address the imposter phenomenon, access your inner strengths, and build a support system to stay motivated as you navigate your academic journey.

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 
6:00 PM EST 
Online, via Zoom

Unique Opportunity: Small Group Coaching 

The small group coaching sessions are a separate opportunity from the workshops—designed to give you a more personalized, hands-on experience. While the workshops provide valuable tools and strategies, this coaching group (limited to just 10 participants) allows you to go deeper, apply what you’ve learned, and receive direct guidance from Crystal Tejada. 

To be considered for this unique experience, you must register and attend the workshops. Participation in the coaching sessions is not guaranteed; spots will be awarded based on the quality of your application.

This is your chance to move beyond learning and step into real transformation! 

Series Presenter 

As a life coach with a background as a trained social worker and over eight years of experience in people-centered work, Crystal Tejada brings a unique blend of empathy, humor, and strategy to everything she does. She has spent her career championing personal growth, beginning in social services, then supporting student success in Student Life at Baruch College, and now developing emerging leaders at an insurance company. Known for her quirky sense of humor and personable style, Crystal specializes in creating tailored experiences that meet people where they are. Whether she’s facilitating workshops, coaching, or designing programs, she’s always focused on understanding needs, removing barriers, and helping people move forward with confidence and clarity.

The Owning Your Hours Time Management Series is proudly sponsored by the Office of Student Life.
The Office of Student Life at the CUNY School of Professional Studies (CUNY SPS) is dedicated to providing students with opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities that enhance their skills beyond the classroom. We offer programs and clubs that foster leadership, community involvement, and personal growth, encouraging students to participate in activities that align with their academic and professional aspirations.