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 BMCC Nursing Program Receives Re-Accreditation From ACEN
BMCC’s nursing program has been re-accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in nursing, the accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation.
 Town Hall Offers Students Opportunity to Meet President Munroe and Ask Questions
BMCC students were given the opportunity to meet BMCC President Anthony Munroe and other members of the BMCC Cabinet during a virtual Town Hall on Zoom.
BMCC Celebrates Service Anniversaries of Faculty and Staff
BMCC is grateful for the hard work and years of dedication from its employees for all levels, which include Civil Service series (including Provisional); College Assistants; Research Foundation employees; Gittleson (COA, CSA, CAA); and HEO Title Series. Each year, the college recognizes years of service anniversaries of its employees; however, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, an in-person celebration was not held. Nevertheless, the college is proud to recognize and thank the individuals who continue to make BMCC a great institution.
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President Munroe Shares Leadership Perspective on New Presidents’ Alliance Report
On October 15, BMCC President Anthony E. Munroe served as an panelist on the webinar, “First- and Second- Generation Immigrant Students in Higher Education: What Campus Leaders Need to Know — Crucial Stakes for Higher Education and Our Country,” hosted by the President’s Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration. Munroe joined other institutional leaders including Alan Cramb, President, Illinois Institute of Technology; Marcelo Suárez-Orozco, Chancellor, University of Massachusetts Boston; and Rajika Bhandari, President and CEO, IC3 Institute for a discussion about the newly released Presidents’ Alliance-commissioned and Migration Policy Institute-produced report on the number of first and second generation immigrant students in higher education. The report reveals the significant impact of immigration policy on college enrollments, the implications of immigrant student demographics for addressing racial equity, and the importance of immigrant students in degree attainment and workforce development goals in states across the country. |
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Professor Ostrowe to Serve on Distinguished World Trade Center Health Program Committee
Criminal Justice Professor Jason W. Ostrowe joined BMCC in 2016 and served 16 years in the New York City Police Department, experiencing first-hand, the events of 9/11 and its aftermath. Now, as a newly appointed member of the prestigious Scientific/Technical Advisory Committee (STAC) of the World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program — which represents over 79,000 registered 9/11 responders — Ostrowe will join efforts to review scientific evidence and make recommendations on WTC-related health conditions, eligibility criteria and research. The committee, comprised of 17 members, includes medical scientists, clinicians, responders, advocates and survivors of 9/11. Ostrowe joins not only with the insight of having served with the NYPD, but as a faculty member of BMCC, the only institution in the United States to have lost a building to a terrorist attack — the original Miles and Shirley Fiterman Hall was destroyed when 7 World Trade Center fell against it on 9/11. |
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Fall 2020 Issue of Inquirer Available Online at BMCC Website
The Fall 2020 issue of the BMCC journal, Inquirer is now available digitally. This issue includes essays by BMCC faculty teaching in China and France and a discussion of fashion and economics, as well as letters faculty wrote to students in Spring 2020. Inquirer editors, English Professor Page Delano and Social Sciences Professor Elizabeth Wissinger, say the issue also includes essays about the Black Lives Matter movement as well as equity at BMCC. |
New York Times Columnist and 2008 Nobel Prize Winner Paul Krugman Webinar October 21
BMCC students, faculty and staff are invited to a free webinar featuring Paul Krugman, recipient of the 2008 Nobel Prize in Economics, best-selling author and columnist at The New York Times on October 21 at 6 p.m. Krugman, a Distinguished Professor at the CUNY Graduate Center will discuss his new book Arguing with Zombies as well as other issues related to economic policy. The event is part of the The 2020 BMCC Economics Seminar Series. For more information and to RSVP, click here. |
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Share With Your Students: Diploma Survey Due October 16
Fall 2019 graduates have been emailed a link for a survey asking the name they want on their diploma and where they would like it mailed. This survey closes October 16. Information on how to apply for graduation, how the graduation review process works, diplomas and commencement can be found on the BMCC graduation website. Students can also visit the BMCC Diploma FAQ or contact graduation@bmcc.cuny.edu for more information.
Let Your Students Know: Quiet Study Space Is Available on Campus
Students can now research, write papers and study on campus, as well as access technology for printing and scanning, by reserving a single-seat study space on the second floor of the Murray Building at 70 Murray Street, Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Students must bring a photo ID with them and complete the daily health screening each day they visit campus. Instructions on how to do that can be found here. They can reserve a study time here.
BMCC Swimming Pool Closed
The BMCC swimming pool at 199 Chambers Street is closed until further notice, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. BMCC is committed to providing a healthy and safe environment for students, faculty and staff. We continue to strengthen our culture of care by creating the conditions under which all students can learn and all members of the BMCC community can thrive—even from a distance. The college community and community swim members will be notified once BMCC is able to re-open the swimming facility. We encourage you to review the BMCC Reimagining website to learn of resources and information to protect your safety and well-being.
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2020 LGBTQ Pride Month in October
LGBTQ Pride Month at BMCC continues with events throughout the month including Rainbow Remix: A Space for Queer and Trans Students and the annual Pride Ball. For more information, visit the Pride Month calendar. |
Reprographics Offers Printing and Copying Services With Curbside Pickup
Reprographics offers a variety of printing services with curbside pickup to faculty and staff from its main office at 199 Chambers Street, Room S-128. Visit the Reprographics website for more information.
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BMCC Community Members Eligible for 10-Minute Mindfulness Course
The CUNY Office of Student Affairs has launched a partnership with “The 10 Minute Mind,” a service that provides free mindfulness meditation to all CUNY students, faculty and staff. Mindfulness meditation is research-based, and has been found to reduce stress, improve memory and more. To register, click here. |
Compliance and Diversity Policies: Equity Is our Strength
BMCC policies protect equal educational and employment opportunity and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment. These policies may also apply to online and off-campus incidents. If you have experienced or witnessed unlawful discrimination and harassment, you can report it to the Office of Compliance and Diversity.
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Learn How BMCC Is Being Reimagined for Fall 2020
To protect the health of the college community, BMCC will follow CDC and New York State Department of Health guidelines to reopen campus buildings and the majority of classes will be delivered from a distance in Fall 2020. Learn more here.
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BMCC Launches COVID-19 Reporting Dashboard
BMCC has launched an online COVID-19 dashboard that provides updates on COVID-19 testing data, community services such as the Panther Pantry, ongoing safety protocols on campus and more. |
The BMCC Campus Is Reopening in Phases
The BMCC campus is reopening in phases approved by CUNY and the State of New York. Phase 1 opened August 26, with access to campus limited to students. Phase 2A began September 16 and added a percentage of support programs staff. Phase 2B started September 30 and added a percentage of administration staff. Review the phases and learn more here.
Before Returning to Campus: Complete the COVID Return-to-Work Training
All staff and faculty returning to campus must complete a one-time, COVID-19 return-to-work training on Blackboard under the tab “My Organizations.” Be sure to take a screenshot of the completion certification before selecting "submit," and direct questions to Loriann Mazzola in Human Resources at lmazzola@bmcc.cuny.edu.
Complete the Daily Health Screening, Each Day on Campus — and Wear a Mask
All faculty, staff, students and guests returning to campus must first complete a two-minute, COVID-19 Daily Health Screening. To do so, first download the Everbridge Health Screening Application. For instructions, click here. Also, when re-entering the campus don't forget your mask! |
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Fall 2020 Virtual Open House: October 24
Future students are invited to attend the BMCC Virtual Open House this Saturday, October 24 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, and from 1 to 3 p.m. to learn about online learning options and speak with current BMCC students and faculty. They'll also take a virtual tour of the campus and learn about financial aid options, student services, success programs and how to apply. For more information, contact the Admissions Office at (212) 220-1265 or admissions@bmcc.cuny.edu.
Nominate Your Former Students to be Featured on the Admissions Blog
Are your former students enrolled at their "dream schools" or establishing careers? We want to hear their story! As part of our digital recruiting efforts for Spring 2021, the Admissions office is sharing BMCC alumni success stories on social media. We want to represent as many majors as possible — so make sure your department doesn't get left out! Nominate your former students for a profile on the new #FuturePanther Blog. Admissions Social Media Coordinator Olivia Harris will follow up to capture their tales.
Virtual Information Session and Chat with a Campus Tour Guide
While COVID-19 might prevent traditional information sessions and on-campus tours, tour guides are available via Zoom to engage students in a conversation about the BMCC experience.
Say Hello to the Admissions Office on Social Media
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Criminal Justice Professor Satenik Margaryan runs for Bloomfield Township Board of Education
October 13, 2020—TAPinto Neighborhood News |
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Fall 2020 Annual Health Benefits Program Transfer Period: Now through October 30
BMCC employees can enroll or make changes to their health coverage now through October 30. For plan summaries, visit the NYC Office of Labor Relations, Health Benefits website. Changes will be effective January 1, 2021. For more information, refer to Faculty & Staff 2020 Fall Transfer Period documents or the 2020 Fall Transfer Period documents for Adjuncts. Employees who do not wish to make changes to their current health plan do not need to do anything during the Transfer Period. Please do not include your entire social security number on any forms — the last four numbers will suffice. Send completed forms and direct questions to BMCC Benefits Manager Diana Lopez, dlopez@bmcc.cuny.edu, on or before October 30.
Payroll Distribution: Thursday, October 15
If you do not have direct deposit, pick up your paper check on October 15, from 3 to 5 p.m. only, at 199 Chambers Street, Breezeway, 2 South. Please bring your own pen to sign the registry.
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Incentive Rate Just Added for NYC Department of Education Substitute Teachers
Earn $193.47 for a 6-hour, 50-minute day as a substitute teacher through the NYC Department of Education. In addition to that rate, substitute teachers who work in person from September 29 to October 30 are eligible to receive $100 per day for up to five days for a total of up to $500, and an additional $500 for a total of 15 or more in-person days during this period for a total of $1,000. To start the application process, take this online survey. |
Caring and Coping: Virtual Event October 21 and 22
BMCC employees are invited to join WorkWell NYC for events featuring resources and experts on caring for self and others during challenging times. Register here.
Take the 8-Week Self-Care Challenge
From "Disconnect to Destress" to "Flourish With Food," eight weeks of online workshops will provide strategies for improved self-care.
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Alumni and Donors |
BMCC Virtual Alumni Chats: From GED to Esq.
BMCC Alumni Relations will speak with Katerina Robinson, Esq. ’11 about her “Start here, Go Anywhere” journey on October 21 at 3 p.m. Register here.
Join a Webinar on Using Life Insurance as Financial Planning Tool on October 21
The Office of Institutional Advancement invites BMCC alumni, faculty, staff and friends to attend a unique webinar on using life insurance as a financial planning tool. The webinar will be led by Larry Holzberg (shown left), LUTCF (Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow) and Rufus Davenport (shown right) CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) of Fortis Lux Financial. Space is limited, so please RSVP now.
Use your IRA-Qualified Charitable Distribution to Help During this Time of Student Need
The CARES Act of March 2020 waives the requirement for IRA owners to take Required Minimum Distributions in 2020. However, the Qualified Charitable Distribution allowance (QCD) is still in force, meaning that at age 70½, you can help students and use your IRA to make a QCD of up to $100,000 for the year. To learn more, please contact Phillip Keefe, Director of Major Gifts and Planned Giving at (212) 346-8650 or pkeefe@bmcc.cuny.edu.
An Easy Way to Make a Positive Impact
You can ensure that BMCC continues its life-changing work with a charitable bequest in your will or living trust. This earmarks a donation to the BMCC Foundation and can designate its purpose, such as supporting scholarships or food insecurity. For a confidential conversation, please contact Phillip Keefe, Director of Major Gifts and Planned Giving at (212) 346-8650 or pkeefe@bmcc.cuny.edu. We are deeply grateful for your support. |
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Learn about the CUNY Baccalaureate Program: Create Your Own Major
October 16
Grammar and Writing Workshop: Learn about Transitional/Signal Words And Phrases
October 17
Women Entrepreneurship Week
October 19
Online Free Workshop: Photoshop (Students Only)
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