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NYC Mobile Vaccination Bus Coming to Fiterman Hall, November 19
Did you know, BMCC students, faculty, staff and all New Yorkers can get free vaccinations (with the $100 incentive for the first dose)? Take advantage of this opportunity! The NYC Mobile Vaccination Van will be coming to the BMCC campus on Friday, November 19, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., offering COVID-19 vaccinations (Pfizer and J&J), including boosters with NO appointment necessary. Students can also receive in-person assistance with uploading their vaccination verification information on CUNYfirst. In addition, the Panther Pantry will also be providing food distribution. The NYC Vaccination Van will be parked on the northeast corner of Greenwich Street and Park Place, in front of Fiterman Hall. For more information call the Office of Public Affairs at (212) 346-8501 or email publicaffairs@bmcc.cuny.edu
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Students Taking In-Person or Hybrid Classes Mandated to be Vaccinated
CUNY mandates that all students taking in-person and hybrid classes get vaccinated and upload proof of vaccination to CUNYfirst. For details, click here or read these Frequently Asked Questions. For instructions to upload your information, see the Student Guide to Vaccination Verification.
Faculty, staff and students who have been vaccinated, uploaded their vaccination verification in CUNYfirst and were approved, have turnstile access when entering the BMCC campus. |
Regular Testing Mandated for Unvaccinated Faculty and Staff
CUNY provides on-site COVID-19 testing at 20 University locations — including BMCC. Faculty, staff and students who (1) have not submitted proof of COVID-19 vaccination in the CUNYfirst system, (2) are unvaccinated or (3) have undisclosed vaccination status, must register on CUNYfirst and make a selection under the vaccination status box, then click the “submit” button at the bottom of the page. This generates an email with a personalized link to make an appointment at a CUNY testing location.
BMCC Faculty and Staff: Upload Proof of Vaccination
Once your vaccination proof is uploaded, the Office of Human Resources will review the verification within 24 hours. Employees should check the approval status 48 hours after submission to confirm approval. If you haven’t provided this information, please do so ASAP.
Obtain CUNY Access Pass Through Cleared4
Vaccinated BMCC students, faculty and staff must use the CUNY Access Pass to document their vaccination status and enter campus. The CUNY Access Pass — generated through the Cleared4 platform — replaces the Everbridge VaxPass and expires one year from the date you became fully vaccinated. Watch for an email from “no-reply@cleared4work.com” in your BMCC email (check your spam folder, if you don't see it). For more information, visit CUNY Access - Cleared4 Guide for Vaccinated CUNY Students, Faculty and Staff or Cleared4 FAQs.
Monitoring and Reporting Positive Cases
Visit the Reimagining BMCC website for more information on returning to campus. |
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$600k NSF Grant Supports Development of Pathway to Bachelor's Degree and Neuroscience-focused Careers
Five BMCC faculty members in the Department of Social Sciences, Human Services and Criminal Justice have been awarded a $600,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) program, Advancing Innovation and Impact in Undergraduate STEM Education at Two-year Institutions of Higher Education. The grant will support the project, “Creating a Path to STEM Careers in Psychology for Under-Represented Minorities.” Participants will earn an A.A. in Psychology with a minor in STEM, and be on track to transfer to the B.S. in Psychology program at City College of New York. |
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BMCC Welcomes Interim Vice President for Institutional Advancement Karen C. Wilson-Stevenson
Executive MBA (EMBA) and Certified Fundraising Executive (CFE) Karen C. Wilson-Stevenson joined BMCC as Interim Vice President for Institutional Advancement on November 16. An expert in leading high-level corporate, foundation and individual major gift solicitation — including management of a collaboration that yielded the single largest eight-figure gift to the NAACP — Ms. Wilson-Stevenson brings to BMCC a wealth of expertise in running a higher education development department. Read BMCC President Anthony E. Munroe's full announcement to learn more. |
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BMCC Publishes 2020-2021 Annual Report
The 2020-2021 Annual Report, Excellence, Equity and Opportunity, is now available on the BMCC website. The report includes a collection of articles focusing on college events, fundraising efforts, student achievements and faculty research from the 2020-2021 academic year. A list of donors is also included. |
Trinity Church Collaborates With BMCC to Bring Thanksgiving Spirit
BMCC partnered with Trinity Church for an event on Wednesday, November 17 where groceries, cleaning supplies and winter essentials were distributed by student and staff volunteers from the Lower Lobby of Theatre One to BMCC students. |
Announcements |
Winter Tuition Waivers: Eligible Students Must Register by December 1
BMCC offers two tuition waivers for the Winter 2022 session starting January 3. Both cover $210 per credit for degree-related courses, and eligible students must register by December 1. The waivers do not cover fees and materials such as textbooks. The Petrie Completion Waiver is for students who have one or two courses left to complete their associate degree. The STEM Waiver is for students who are NYC residents and U.S. citizens or permanent residents. It applies to credit-bearing math or computer science courses, as well as any CIS course, LIN 101, MEA 201, MMP 100 and PSY 100. For more information, students can contact the Academic Advisement and Transfer Center at aatc@bmcc.cuny.edu.
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Poverty, Humanities and Teaching Brown Bag: A Conversation with Dr. Millicent Freeman and Dr. Amy Traver, November 19
On Friday, November 19 from 1 to 2 p.m., BMCC students, faculty and staff are invited to join via Zoom (Meeting ID: 843 3182 9272) an event featuring BMCC Ethnic and Race Studies Professor Millicent Freeman and Queensborough Community College Sociology Professor Amy Traver. Each scholar uses humanities texts to challenge assumptions and highlight urgent issues about poverty. This event is part of the NEH-funded project Voices and Experiences of Poverty: A New Interdisciplinary Humanities Curriculum. To learn more, visit voicingpoverty.com or contact voicingpoverty@bmcc.cuny.edu. |
Three BMCC Zurich Apprentices Join Virtual Panel, November 19
BMCC is the official online education provider for Zurich North America, a leading provider of insurance products and services. Through this partnership, BMCC students in New York can join a remote, earn-while-you-learn apprenticeship program with other BMCC students across the country. BMCC Business Management majors Nicholas Yowan (New York City), Justin Peters (Atlanta) and Emily Wolf (Washington State), are in a Zurich apprenticeship cohort together and will sit as virtual panelists during National Apprenticeship Week on November 19, from 12 noon to 1 p.m. Register here to attend the panel and learn more about the Zurich apprenticeship and how it leads to next steps in our students’ careers.
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Economics Seminar: The Crisis of U.S. Capitalism and a Solution, a Conversation with Economist Richard D. Wolff, November 29
BMCC students, faculty and staff are invited to join on November 29 from 5 to 6 p.m., a virtual conversation with Dr. Richard D. Wolff, Professor of Economics Emeritus, University of Massachusetts, Amherst. RSVP for the Zoom link. Dr. Wolff will discuss U.S. capitalism’s problems today, such as record inequality, economic instability, the disproportionate impact of COVID-19, inflation, non-family sustaining jobs and more. This talk is sponsored by the BMCC Department of Social Sciences, Human Services, and Criminal Justice, the Economics Program and the Economics, Equality and Environment Student Academic Club. For more information, please contact Professor Christine Farias at cfarias@bmcc.cuny.edu, Professor Kenneth Levin at klevin@bmcc.cuny.edu or Nina Kravets at bmcceeeclub@gmail.com. |
Art for a Captive Audience: A Panel Presentation and Forum, November 30
Because of remote learning necessitated by the coronavirus pandemic, faculty in the fine and performing arts have created new ways to engage students and expand their understanding of concepts related to observation, analysis and creative work. To explore the benefits and losses in on-line teaching, BMCC faculty, students and staff are invited to a virtual panel discussion featuring (shown above, L-R) Theatre Professor Elizabeth Chaney, Art Professor Sarah Madole Lewis and Music Professor Howard Meltzer. The panel and forum to follow are sponsored by the Humanities Technology Association, BMCC and Salve Regina University. Register in advance for this meeting. For more information, contact Professor Howard Meltzer at hmeltzer@bmcc.cuny.edu.
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Follow CUNY Zoom Security Practices for a Safe, Collegial Online Event
BMCC faculty and staff that use Zoom for any CUNY-related activities are required to follow the CUNY Zoom security protocol and practices guide. These guidelines help prevent disruptions such as Zoombombing, and maintain a safe, collegial environment for virtual events and class activities. To learn more, visit the BMCC Virtual Events Page. |
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BMCC Community Members Invited to Join Broadway Passport Series
BMCC community members are invited to apply for the TDF Broadway Passport Series which offers low-cost tickets to Broadway shows. Visit Passport.TDF.org and fill out the short membership form, selecting CUNY Arts or BMCC as your Community Group. |
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BMCC Panther Pantry Assists Students Facing Food Insecurity
BMCC students facing a food emergency are welcome to visit the Panther Pantry and take home a three-day supply of nutritionally balanced, non-perishable food, Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact the Advocacy and Resource Center (ARC) at arc@bmcc.cuny.edu or call (212) 220-8195 for more information. |
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BMCC Cafeteria/MBJ Food Services: Hours of Operation
BMCC students, faculty and staff can enjoy a hot meal, snack or beverage in the BMCC Cafeteria at 199 Chambers Street. MBJ Food Services provides a variety of menu items at a reasonable price from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and on days when no classes are scheduled, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Don't forget to mask up, when you're purchasing food. |
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Enrollment |
Winter/Spring 2022 Advisement & Registration is Open
Faculty and staff, please encourage students to schedule a Zoom meeting with their advisor to discuss their academic progress and spring registration. Things to know: All students must meet with their advisor before registering. Students can register for classes and upload proof of vaccination on CUNYfirst. For assistance, students can meet with a PantherStation Specialists on Zoom, Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit the Registration page or contact Academic Advisement at (212)220-8315 or aatc@bmcc.cuny.edu.
Future Students Attend Two-Day Fall 2021 Virtual Open House
The best of BMCC was on full display during the two-day virtual Open House on November 4 and 10. Faculty and staff across the campus joined forces and offered assurance, encouragement and affirmation to prospective students and their families. The event kicked off with the jamming sounds from a guest DJ, featured a warm welcome address by Acting VP of Enrollment Management Sanjay Ramdath, and important updates about Virtual Enrollment. Faculty across more than 25 disciplines highlighted Academic & Career Communities while sharing informative and creative presentations in intimate breakout sessions.
Application Workshop Walks Students Through the Process
Every Tuesday at 3 p.m., admissions specialists will explain how to complete the BMCC application or apply as a readmit student. BMCC uses the CUNY Application to admit new students, and in these virtual sessions, staff walk students through the whole process — from completing the CUNY application online to including transcripts and more.
The BMCC Admissions Office thanks everyone who helped us welcome prospective students to campus. We couldn’t do it without your enthusiasm and expertise! Students, faculty or staff who want to take part in the Spring 2022 Open House can contact admissions@bmcc.cuny.edu.
Stay Connected with the Office of Admissions
Students who prefer communicating via chat, can ask general questions about BMCC on Thursdays at 3 p.m., through one-on-one chat sessions. |
Making Headlines |
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Former BMCC Professor Mary Li Hsu, who championed first-generation students, dies
November 16, 2021 — Yale Daily News
Professor Sharon Avni's research cited in overview of global bilingual education trends
November 13, 2021 — Education Sciences
BMCC ranks sixth of ten best community colleges in New York
November 12, 2021 — Stacker
BMCC Early Childhood Center Executive Director Cecilia Scott-Croff shares how programs stay connected despite pandemic precautions
November 11, 2021 — K-12 Dive at Industry Dive |
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College Closed November 25 and 26
In observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday, BMCC will be closed Thursday, November 25 and Friday, November 26. The two scheduled holidays will be excused without charge for Instructional Staff in Non-Teaching functions; Civil Service: Clerical, Administrative, Professional, Custodial, Stores-Stock, (Campus Security excused without charge subject to essential scheduling); and Career and Salary Plan Titles. Hourly employees will be paid based on time worked only. NOTE: Section 220 employees will be excused without charge on Thursday, November 26 consistent with the negotiated Holiday Schedule. |
Payroll Distribution: Wednesday, November 24
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, employees who do not have direct deposit can pick up their paper paycheck on Wednesday, November 24 from 3 to 5 p.m. at 199 Chambers Street, Lower Lobby. Please bring a pen to sign the registry.
ESPARC and WPV Trainings: Mandatory for all Employees and Now Available via Zoom
- By the end of the fall semester, part-time employees must complete the Employee Sexual and Interpersonal Violence Prevention and Response Course (ESPARC) and Workplace Violence Prevention (WVP) trainings. Full-time employees must complete both trainings — which are offered on Blackboard, as well as Zoom — by the end of the academic year. To learn more, visit Compliance Training FAQs or contact Maria Deckinger, mdeckinger@bmcc.cuny.edu or Loriann Mazzola, lmazzola@bmcc.cuny.edu
- ESPARC trainings will be offered via Zoom from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on these Tuesdays: November 30; December 7, 14 and 21. WPV trainings will be offered via Zoom from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on these Thursdays: December 2, 9, 16 and 23. To sign up, email Josefa Larios at jlarios@bmcc.cuny.edu and cc Amal Bakleh at abakleh@bmcc.cuny.edu from your BMCC account. Include your name and employee ID number as well as which training (ESPARC or WPV) and date you want to attend. The Zoom link and support documents will be provided the Monday before your training. Sign up now, while seats are still open!
Open Enrollment to Change Benefits: Now Through November 30
Faculty, staff and adjuncts — are you looking to change benefits? November 1 through November 30 is open Enrollment, the one time during the year when you can change your benefit elections or add/remove dependents for health, dental and flexible spending account plans without a Qualifying Life Event. For more information contact Diana Lopez at dlopez@bmcc.cuny.edu.
File Permanent Address Meeting Commutable Distance Standard by December 1
While working remotely, some BMCC employees changed their permanent address of record to an area outside CUNY's commutable distance standard, which encompasses parts of New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and upstate New York. Because CUNY is not set up as an employer beyond those areas, employees are asked to submit a change of address form to officeofhumanresources@bmcc.cuny.edu, reinstating their address of record that met the commutable distance standard, by December 1. |
Donors and Alumni |
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CUNYTuesday Addresses a Critical need by Raising Funds for UMLA
The BMCC Urban Male Leadership Academy (UMLA) is committed to increasing the graduation rates of groups that are severely underrepresented in higher education, particularly men of color. Participants of the program have shown a higher graduation rate than their peers outside UMLA — even as the gap between Black male student success and that of other groups has widened. This year, BMCC will dedicate funds raised through the 2021 University-wide campaign #CUNYTuesday to UMLA. Donate today to support this important program. |
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Alumni Now: Juliana Campos (Public Health, '07)
Juliana Campos Hu (Public Heath, ’07), expects to complete a Master of Public Health (MPH) in community health with a specialization in maternal, child, reproductive and sexual health at the CUNY School of Public Health and Health Policy in 2023. “My coursework at BMCC made me confident I was equipped with enough theoretical and practical tools to join the workforce right after graduation,” says Ms. Campos Hu, who held an internship at New York Presbyterian Hospital, where she screened patients for health-related social needs. Next, she joined the staff at the AIDS Center of Queens County (ACQC); first in the role of health educator and now as a youth program supervisor. |
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Study Abroad and Scholarship Information Session
November 19
Online Free Workshop: Test Taking Strategies
November 19
Fit Mind Workshop: Feel Better Fast
November 22
Career Development: Resume Ready
November 23
It's a Silent Book Party!
November 23
A Virtual Afternoon of Gratitude
November 24 |
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