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BMCC Professors Earn Close to $600K to Provide Online Cybersecurity Certificate with Stackable Credits
BMCC Computer Information Systems (CIS) Professors Ahmet Mete Kök (Principle Investigator, or PI), Ching-Song Wei (CIS Department Chair and co-PI) and Mohammad Azhar (co-PI), shown left to right above, have been awarded $595,800 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to fund the Advanced Technical Education (ATE) project, “Online Cybersecurity Certificate with Stackable Credentials to Increase the Number and Expertise of Cybersecurity Technicians.” The three-year project will serve at least 100 college and 30 high school students. Participants will earn cybersecurity industry certification as well as 30 credits toward a CIS associate degree.
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BMCC Student Team Wins First Place, Fourth Year in a Row, in College Fed Challenge
For the fourth year in a row, a team of BMCC students led by Business Management Professors Julian Schroeder and Yanni Tournas has won first place in the Maiden Lane Division of the National College Fed Challenge, New York Region. To prepare for the competition, the students met through the BMCC Finance & Banking Club, where they engaged in rigorous academic discussions of economic concepts. "We welcome any interested BMCC students to these meetings, who want to build their understanding of complicated financial concepts," says Professor Tournas. |
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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. |
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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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Announcements |
De-Stress Fest Helps Students Manage Stress and Prepare for Exams
Throughout much of December, students are invited to attend in person and online events designed to minimize stress and provide helpful information in preparation for final exams. The full list of activities with dates, times and locations can be found at the De Stress Fest webpage. Events run through December 21.
BMCC Community Encouraged to Take Advantage of Resilience, Health and Wellness Services
Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to incorporate Resilience, Health and Wellness into the fabric of their daily lives. Visit the Resilience, Health and Wellness website to explore a variety of resources and services designed to address physical well-being and fitness, mental health, food insecurity, nutrition, financial support and other needs. With a focus on health and wellness the College continues to build a diverse and connected community that supports its members every day.
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BMCC Fitness Center and Swimming Pool Are Open
The BMCC Fitness Center and Swimming Pool are open to students, faculty and staff, operating on a temporary schedule through December 21. Hours at the fitness center are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The center features cardiovascular and resistance equipment as well as free weights for a full cardio workout and strength training. Meanwhile, the BMCC pool is open Monday through Friday from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Both the center and pool require all patrons to be fully vaccinated. Masks are required while working out in the center. To take a virtual tour of BMCC’s fitness facilities, click here. For questions or other information, contact Dakota Olson, Coordinator of Athletics and Athletics facilities. |
Person Place Thing with Randy Cohen Returns to TPAC December 7
Randy Cohen returns to TPAC with Person Place Thing with a special conversation with David Gonzalez of The New York Times Lens Blog and metro column. This free, December 7 virtual event begins at 5 p.m. via Zoom webinar. For more details and registration information, click here.
Holiday Reminder: Acceptance of Gifts Prohibited
CUNY employee are prohibiting from soliciting or accepting gifts from interested sources, regardless of whether the gift was intended to influence or reward the recipient. For more detailed guidance, visit CUNY’s Conflict of Interest policy page.
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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.
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.
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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BMCC Professors José Abel Fernández Romero, Christine Priano and Adolfina Koroch, with other researchers examine impact of lectins on human health, especially in the treatment of diseases
December 1, 2021—MDPI: Marine Drugs
SFAC gallery exhibition “A Journal of the Year of the Pharmacy,” featured and reviewed
November 29, 2021—Tribeca Tribune
BMCC alumnus Robert L. O'Con endorsed as a leader in the welding industry
November 19, 2021—Marquis Who's Who
Zurich North America doubles its apprenticeship program located in colleges including BMCC
November 18, 2021—The Bharat Express News
Renovated BMCC/CUNY in The Heights Offers Career Building Courses and Academic Opportunities
November 11, 2021—Various publications (Schneps Media) |
Human Resources |
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: December 7, 14 and 21. WPV trainings will be offered via Zoom from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on these Thursdays: December 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!
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Donors and Alumni |
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CUNY Tuesday: It’s Not too Late to Donate
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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De-Stress Fest 2021: Black Out Poetry Workshop
December 3
Join us for Mindful Mondays
December 6
College Discovery Workshop: Zoom School Survival with Elizabeth Garcia
December 6
CUNY Assessment Test Workshop
December 7 |
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