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Lehman College Receives $1.25M Grant to Launch Bronx Food Humanities Program Lehman College Receives $1.25M Grant to Launch Bronx Food Humanities Program

Lehman College will launch a new Bronx Food Humanities Program with support from a $1.25 million grant from the Mellon Foundation, creating a research and leadership pathways in the arts and humanities for students across the Bronx.

06.03.2026 18:45 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Power your business with CUNY's incredible talent!
New York City employers: Partner with us. Go to cuny.edu/partner.

06.03.2026 17:02 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
A promotional graphic from the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance features an adult guiding a child on a bicycle in front of a house, with two other children standing nearby. Below the photo, text explains the Empire State Child Credit. The eligibility criteria listed include being a full‑year New York State resident, having at least one child under 17 years old by December 31, 2025, and filing a New York State income tax return. The graphic states that families may receive up to $1,000 per child younger than age 4 and up to $330 per child ages 4–16. A website link, on.ny.gov/childcredit, appears at the bottom.

A promotional graphic from the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance features an adult guiding a child on a bicycle in front of a house, with two other children standing nearby. Below the photo, text explains the Empire State Child Credit. The eligibility criteria listed include being a full‑year New York State resident, having at least one child under 17 years old by December 31, 2025, and filing a New York State income tax return. The graphic states that families may receive up to $1,000 per child younger than age 4 and up to $330 per child ages 4–16. A website link, on.ny.gov/childcredit, appears at the bottom.

New York families can receive up to $1,000 per child through the expanded Empire State Child Credit. There is no minimum income requirement to receive the credit, and it will not impact your benefits. Check your eligibility by visiting on.ny.gov/ChildCredit

05.03.2026 19:54 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Informational graphic for the CUNY Immigration Assistance Project. It includes the CUNY logo and the phrases "Immigration Assistance Project" and "Citizenship Now!" The main message highlights that the project is a rapid response legal resource for individuals affected by immigration policy changes, travel issues, or detention by law enforcement. A call to action at the bottom reads "Learn More" with a link to cuny.edu/CIAP.

Informational graphic for the CUNY Immigration Assistance Project. It includes the CUNY logo and the phrases "Immigration Assistance Project" and "Citizenship Now!" The main message highlights that the project is a rapid response legal resource for individuals affected by immigration policy changes, travel issues, or detention by law enforcement. A call to action at the bottom reads "Learn More" with a link to cuny.edu/CIAP.

CUNY students and employees who need assistance with recent immigration policy changes can request a no-cost consultation with an attorney through the CUNY Immigration Assistance Project. Go to cuny.edu/CIAP.

05.03.2026 18:34 👍 2 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0
A graphic with a blue background and white text that reads: ‘You may report an incident of discrimination, harassment or retaliation via CUNY’s new reporting system.’ At the bottom, the CUNY logo appears with the words ‘Center for Inclusivity & Equal Opportunity’ and a link labeled ‘cuny.edu/Report.

A graphic with a blue background and white text that reads: ‘You may report an incident of discrimination, harassment or retaliation via CUNY’s new reporting system.’ At the bottom, the CUNY logo appears with the words ‘Center for Inclusivity & Equal Opportunity’ and a link labeled ‘cuny.edu/Report.

Any student, faculty or staff member who may have experienced or witnessed discrimination, harassment or retaliation may submit a report through the University's improved reporting form: cuny.edu/report.

05.03.2026 16:03 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Get a sneak peek at what to expect from An Evening With the Court of Appeals on March 10, 5:30–7:30 p.m., featuring all seven judges of the New York Court of Appeals. In this clip, Lehman student Prince Boeteng asks Chief Judge Rowan D. Wilson what inspired his legal career.

04.03.2026 22:39 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
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Wishing our CUNY community a joyful Holi filled with color, connection, and new beginnings. May the spirit of renewal brighten our campuses and the communities we call home. 🌸🌈

04.03.2026 21:05 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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CUNY More Than Triples Enrollment in NYC Teaching Fellows Program – The City University of New York The City University of New York today announced it more than tripled the number of students in this year's NYC Teaching Fellows program, an accelerated training initiative launched by the New York Cit...

CUNY has more than tripled the number of students in this year’s NYC Teaching Fellows program, an accelerated training initiative launched by @nycschools.bsky.social to meet the growing demand for educators. The University has trained over 15,000 fellows since the program's launch in 2000.

04.03.2026 17:03 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Graphic with a blue gradient background titled “Academic Calendar Spring 2026.” In the center, a rounded translucent box displays the date “March 4, 2026,” followed by the text: “Start of the spring term for Guttman, Kingsborough, and LaGuardia Community Colleges.” The CUNY logo appears in the bottom left corner, and a button-style label reading “cuny.edu/calendar” appears in the bottom right. Subtle star accents and light swirls decorate the background.

Graphic with a blue gradient background titled “Academic Calendar Spring 2026.” In the center, a rounded translucent box displays the date “March 4, 2026,” followed by the text: “Start of the spring term for Guttman, Kingsborough, and LaGuardia Community Colleges.” The CUNY logo appears in the bottom left corner, and a button-style label reading “cuny.edu/calendar” appears in the bottom right. Subtle star accents and light swirls decorate the background.

Best wishes to our students, faculty and staff at Guttman, Kingsborough and LaGuardia Community Colleges as they start the spring semester. cuny.edu/calendar

04.03.2026 14:51 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
own your next step, join graduate school week.

own your next step, join graduate school week.

Don’t miss your chance to take the next step in your educational path! Explore a wide range of academic options, meet with CUNY faculty, and get guidance on the application process from admissions. Go to cuny.edu/gradweek.

03.03.2026 17:09 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Illustration of two smiling cartoon characters, one pink and one yellow, under the text "Join student Clubs & Organizations" with CUNY logo. Accompanying text emphasizes the personal and professional development benefits of participating in clubs.

Illustration of two smiling cartoon characters, one pink and one yellow, under the text "Join student Clubs & Organizations" with CUNY logo. Accompanying text emphasizes the personal and professional development benefits of participating in clubs.

👥 Get involved! Clubs and organizations are a great way to make new friends while developing skills that enhance your personal and professional life. cuny.edu/survivalguide

03.03.2026 13:50 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Graphic promoting the Fall 2026 CUNY Cultural Corps Internship. A student looks at a piece of art in a museum. Text: “Join the Fall 2026 CUNY Cultural Corps Internship! Apply by March 31, 2026. Get paid $20/hour.” Departments listed: Communications & Marketing, Education & Public Programs, Development & Fundraising, Curatorial & Exhibitions, and Production Management.

Graphic promoting the Fall 2026 CUNY Cultural Corps Internship. A student looks at a piece of art in a museum. Text: “Join the Fall 2026 CUNY Cultural Corps Internship! Apply by March 31, 2026. Get paid $20/hour.” Departments listed: Communications & Marketing, Education & Public Programs, Development & Fundraising, Curatorial & Exhibitions, and Production Management.

✨ Applications are now open for Fall 2026 CUNY Cultural Corps! Interns earn $20/hour while working at NYC’s top arts and cultural institutions.

➡️ Apply by March. 31 at cuny.edu/culturalcorps

02.03.2026 17:32 👍 1 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the women whose work moves our University and our city forward. Their leadership in our classrooms, labs, and our communities continue to open doors for the next generation. 💜

02.03.2026 16:02 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
CUNY mental health promotional graphic featuring people enjoying a picnic with fruits and beverages in a grassy park. Text reads, 'Stay Connected. Nurture relationships to reduce feelings of isolation.'

CUNY mental health promotional graphic featuring people enjoying a picnic with fruits and beverages in a grassy park. Text reads, 'Stay Connected. Nurture relationships to reduce feelings of isolation.'

💬 Stay connected: Reach out to friends and loved ones to stay grounded. Staying in touch can brighten both your day and theirs!
🔗 cuny.edu/mentalhealth

02.03.2026 15:02 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

Our team will help you:
✅ Check eligibility
✅ Fill out the application form
✅ Apply for a fee waiver, if eligible
✅ Prepare application packet to send to USCIS

Contact CUNY Citizenship Now! to register:
Call: 646-664-9400
Text: 929-334-3784
Request a call back: cuny.edu/callback

01.03.2026 14:24 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
A person sits at a desk filling out citizenship application forms with a pen. Behind them is a scenic view of a city skyline across the water. At the top left is the CUNY Citizenship Now! logo. A blue banner at the bottom reads “Get Your Citizenship Application Done! FREE Immigration Legal Services,” followed by event details: Saturday, 3/7/26, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and icons for the 2 and 5 subway lines with “174 St.” 

A person sits at a desk filling out citizenship application forms with a pen. Behind them is a scenic view of a city skyline across the water. At the top left is the CUNY Citizenship Now! logo. A blue banner at the bottom reads “Get Your Citizenship Application Done! FREE Immigration Legal Services,” followed by event details: Saturday, 3/7/26, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and icons for the 2 and 5 subway lines with “174 St.” 

In partnership with @council.nyc.gov, CUNY Citizenship Now! is helping individuals apply for U.S. citizenship on March 7 in the Bronx. Free and confidential services are provided.

01.03.2026 14:24 👍 0 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0
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‘I love you twenty-sixty times’: how lyrics written by a three-year-old became tear-inducing viral hits When Stephen Spencer began setting his daughter’s surreal stories to music, he had 36 followers. Now his banging pop miniatures have been streamed nearly 30m times – and are making parents cry

@huntercollege.bsky.social Professor Stephen Spencer became an internet sensation by putting his 3-year-old’s stories to music.

27.02.2026 18:03 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Manhattan Has Its Own Historian Harold Holzer, an expert on Abraham Lincoln, is taking over the role of borough historian. He is looking ahead to some significant milestones this year.

Did you know that each borough in NYC has a borough historian? And the newest one for Manhattan is CUNY scholar Harold Holzer!

27.02.2026 16:30 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
Informational graphic for the CUNY Immigration Assistance Project. It includes the CUNY logo and the phrases "Immigration Assistance Project" and "Citizenship Now!" The main message highlights that the project is a rapid response legal resource for individuals affected by immigration policy changes, travel issues, or detention by law enforcement. A call to action at the bottom reads "Learn More" with a link to cuny.edu/CIAP.

Informational graphic for the CUNY Immigration Assistance Project. It includes the CUNY logo and the phrases "Immigration Assistance Project" and "Citizenship Now!" The main message highlights that the project is a rapid response legal resource for individuals affected by immigration policy changes, travel issues, or detention by law enforcement. A call to action at the bottom reads "Learn More" with a link to cuny.edu/CIAP.

CUNY's rapid response legal resource is available for current students and employees who have been impacted by immigration policy changes, are facing issues traveling in and out of the country or have been detained by law enforcement. For more information, visit cuny.edu/CIAP.

27.02.2026 14:02 👍 2 🔁 3 💬 1 📌 0
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Take control of your career path with a CUNY graduate degree. Begin your journey at cuny.edu/gradschool.

26.02.2026 18:05 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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CUNY Trains Community in Constructive Dialogue The City University of New York and the Constructive Dialogue Institute equip students, faculty and staff with skills for respectful conversation.

CUNY’s Constructive Dialogue Initiative is equipping thousands of students, faculty and staff with practical skills to let go of their “warrior mindset” and participate in respectful conversations.

26.02.2026 16:30 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Keisha Sutton-James, Michel Hodge celebrate 60th anniversary of SEEK program Watch the full interview here.

This year marks the 60th anniversary of SEEK, a trailblazing program that has expanded college access to over 100,000 CUNY students. Keisha Sutton-James and Dr. Michael Hodge joined Spectrum News NY1 to discuss SEEK’s legacy.

25.02.2026 17:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Three people lean over a large snowbank outdoors on a winter day, with trees and a building in the background. Bold blue text below them reads, “Thank You to all University essential staff for working around the clock through this winter’s snowstorms.” The CUNY logo appears at the bottom.

Three people lean over a large snowbank outdoors on a winter day, with trees and a building in the background. Bold blue text below them reads, “Thank You to all University essential staff for working around the clock through this winter’s snowstorms.” The CUNY logo appears at the bottom.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the University's essential staff, including Public Safety and Facilities, for keeping our campuses safe and supported. They have worked around the clock, from last month's snowstorm to the current blizzard. Thank you 💙

25.02.2026 15:01 👍 6 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Promotional graphic for CUNY, featuring stylized text saying 'Take advantage of Resources' alongside an illustration of a light bulb and an hourglass celebrating, emphasizing the various resources like libraries, tutoring centers, career services, and counseling offered by CUNY colleges for academic and personal success.

Promotional graphic for CUNY, featuring stylized text saying 'Take advantage of Resources' alongside an illustration of a light bulb and an hourglass celebrating, emphasizing the various resources like libraries, tutoring centers, career services, and counseling offered by CUNY colleges for academic and personal success.

📚 Make the most of CUNY’s resources like libraries, tutoring centers, and career services. These tools can boost both your academic and personal success! cuny.edu/survivalguide

25.02.2026 15:00 👍 2 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Professor Matthew Burgess Book Fireworks Awarded 2026 Randolph Caldecott Medal - Brooklyn College Presented by the American Library Association, the annual award is one of the highest honors in children’s literature, recognizing the most distinguished picture book published in the United States.

"Fireworks," written by Brooklyn College Associate Professor Matthew Burgess and illustrated by Cátia Chien, has won the 2026 Randolph Caldecott Medal. The award is one of the highest honors in children’s literature, recognizing the most distinguished picture book published in the U.S.

24.02.2026 18:15 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

A promotional graphic for CUNY Graduate School Week features a person standing outdoors in front of a historic stone university building, wearing a colorful patterned top. The text reads: “Invest in Yourself with a CUNY graduate degree. Join Graduate School Week, March 16–20. Our info sessions can help make your next step possible.” A button at the bottom displays “cuny.edu/gradweek.”

A promotional graphic for CUNY Graduate School Week features a person standing outdoors in front of a historic stone university building, wearing a colorful patterned top. The text reads: “Invest in Yourself with a CUNY graduate degree. Join Graduate School Week, March 16–20. Our info sessions can help make your next step possible.” A button at the bottom displays “cuny.edu/gradweek.”

Discover your next academic journey at CUNY Graduate School Week! Our week-long virtual event connects prospective students with graduate programs across CUNY. Go to cuny.edu/gradweek

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CUNY mental health promotional graphic featuring a serene park setting with people relaxing on the grass. Text reads, 'Build a strong support system. Talk to people who uplift and support your well-being.'

CUNY mental health promotional graphic featuring a serene park setting with people relaxing on the grass. Text reads, 'Build a strong support system. Talk to people who uplift and support your well-being.'

🫱🏾‍🫲🏼 Build a strong support system: Lean on those who lift you up. A good support network is key to your well-being!
🔗 cuny.edu/mentalhealth

24.02.2026 15:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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We’re pleased to announce a $10 million gift from the James M. and Cathleen D. Stone Foundation, which supports the work of @stone-lis.bsky.social www.gc.cuny.edu/news/10-mill... @cuny.edu

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Dr. Alicia Alvero has already advanced important University priorities through her leadership of CUNY’s 2025–2034 Master Plan and the development of the Transfer Initiative, and her guidance will be essential as we continue strengthening CUNY’s position as a national leader in public higher ed.

24.02.2026 00:36 👍 3 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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CUNY Names Veteran CUNY Educator Alicia M. Alvero as Executive Vice Chancellor and University Provost – The City University of New York The Board of Trustees of The City University of New York today approved the appointment of Alicia M. Alvero to serve as CUNY's executive vice chancellor and university provost, a crucial selection tha...

The CUNY Board of Trustees today approved the appointment of Alicia M. Alvero to serve as CUNY’s executive vice chancellor and university provost, a crucial selection that will advance the strategies of @cunychancellor.bsky.social as he continues working to expand student and faculty success.

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