News

New Students Welcomed to BMCC Campus
On August 10th, BMCC invited Fall 2022 students to welcome them to campus and get a head start on their academic journey.  New students received their campus ID, took tours of the main campus and played cornhole with their peers. Students also had the opportunity to learn about some of the programs available, including ASAP, Connexiones/Connections, Urban Male Leadership Academy, Project Impact, and New Student Programs. The Advocacy Resource Center (ARC) distributed Panther Pantry bags filled with groceries to students who requested them. The event was sponsored by the Cohort Experience for New Students (CENS) committee, which is comprised of representatives from Academic Affairs, Student Affairs and Enrollment Management.

Announcements

BMCC Facilities Team Taking Steps to Reduce Energy Consumption During Heatwave
In support of New York City's efforts to mitigate the high demand for electricity due to the ongoing heatwave and reduce the strain on the electric grid, BMCC’s Facilities team is doing its part by making strategic reductions in operations that will reduce energy consumption, while maintaining a comfortable environment. We appreciate everyone’s understanding as we work together to get through this heatwave.

BMCC COVID-19 Testing Site: Summer Hours Through August 15 To help contain the spread of COVID-19, CUNY continues to conduct random testing of BMCC community members. If selected, you will receive an email from no-reply@cleared4work.com with detailed instructions. There is no appointment necessary for free COVID-19 testing at 19 CUNY sites. BMCC offers testing in Fiterman Hall, 81 Barclay Street at the Café External Entrance. Through August 15, the SUMMER HOURS for testing are Monday and Tuesday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, 2 p.m.–6 p.m. and Friday, Saturday and Sunday, closed. Visit the Reimagining BMCC website for updates and information.

MBJ Food Service Summer Hours MBJ Food Service (Cafeteria) at BMCC's 199 Chambers Street campus will be open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday to Thursday through August 24. For more information, please email mbjfoodservice@bmcc.cuny.edu.

Office of Public Safety Offers Resources and Services The Office of Public Safety ensures a safe, secure and comfortable learning environment at BMCC through resources including free C.P.R., A.E.D./First Aid, and Campus-Community Emergency Response trainings for faculty, staff and students. Public Safety also trains staff as campus fire wardens. Watch the video, Run. Hide. Fight.® to learn about surviving an active shooter event. To report a crime or emergency, call Public Safety at (212) 220-8080 or 911. Blue call boxes are located throughout campus. For more information visit the Public Safety website.

BMCC Panther Pantry Assists Students Facing Food Insecurity  BMCC students facing a food emergency are encouraged to visit the Panther Pantry and take home pre-packed bags of nutritious, non-perishable food, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hot meals are distributed Thursdays from 1 to 2 p.m. The Panther Pantry is in the Advocacy and Resource Center (ARC),199 Chambers Street, Room S-230. For more information, please contact arc@bmcc.cuny.edu or call (212) 220-8195.

Human Resources

BMCC Has One More Summer Friday BMCC will be closed for Summer Friday on August 12.

Join a Monkeypox and Covid-19 Briefing, Starting August 12
The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s Immunization Justice Workgroup (IJW) invites the BMCC community to a biweekly Monkeypox and COVID-19 Briefing for City Workers. The first briefing will take place on August 12 at 1 p.m. Submit anonymous questions in advance here., and register now.

Walking Challenge Moves to April and Needs a New Name
STEPtember is jumping to April! This year, WorkWell is shaking things up and moving the citywide step challenge to April — and they want our help thinking of a new name. What would you call the 2022 spring walking challenge? Submit your ideas by August 31 for a chance to receive a WorkWell NYC wellness package. The winning name will be announced in September. And no worries! Employees will still have the opportunity to get moving this fall, with details to follow. 

Support a Healthy Lifestyle With WorkWell Virtual Events 
The WorkWell Digital Move More class schedule is available now through September. Choose from free yoga, Zumba, stretching, boxing, dance classes and more.

Get Unplugged for a Digital Detox 
Take advantage of this on-demand seminar provided by CAA@yourservice, Unplugged: Digital Detoxing. It provides practical steps on how to detox from the digital world. Sign up now.

Enrollment

Registration for Fall 2022 Express Sessions is Open
This fall, BMCC is offering two express sessions: a 7-week session from 9/9 to 10/25; and an 8-week session from October 27 to December 21. The regular 15-week session will be August 25 to December 13. The express sessions give students the flexibility to take courses during a shorter time frame. Learn more.

• Please keep in mind that the Fall Express Sessions will have limited course offerings and some financial aid limitations.
• Students are encouraged to speak with an advisor to determine whether the Express Sessions are the best option for them.
• Students can register on CUNYfirst or meet with a PantherStation Specialist on Zoom, Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, contact Academic Advisement at (212) 220-8315 or aatc@bmcc.cuny.edu.

Fall Registration Help: Super Zoom 8/15 - 9/9
Students can save time and avoid long lines by joining the Super Zoom online advising and registration assistance from 8/15 - 9/5. Faculty and staff, please encourage students to join the Super Zoom to secure their registration for the Fall, and to get help uploading their proof of vaccination.  For more information, contact Academic Advisement at (212) 220-8315 or aatc@bmcc.cuny.edu. 

Making Headlines

BMCC Early Childhood Center featured in report
August 12, 2022—Spectrum NOTICIAS/NY1

BMCC Staff Member Lynn McGee reviews three new books of poetry
August 9, July 30 and July 14, 2022 — MER, Motherhood, Literature & Art

Donors and Alumni

Save the Date: BMCC "Invest in a Future" Gala, October 27
The BMCC Foundation is pleased to present the College's most important fundraising event—BMCC's "Invest in a Future" Gala, scheduled October 27, 2022 (6 p.m., cocktail hour; 7 p.m., program), at Tribeca 360 in lower Manhattan, 10 Desbrosses Street, NYC 10013. This year's theme is "Empowering Student Success," and the event will raise funds for student scholarships. To learn more about the Gala, send an email to: advancementevents@bmcc.cuny.edu.

Calendar

Writing Center Workshop: How to Be a Good Proofreader
August 15 

Admissions Spotlight on Academic & Career Communities: Health Professions and Communications & Media
August 16 

Degree Under Three Information Session
August 16

Coffee, Startups and Innovation
August 17

Workshop: Test Taking and Transition Tips
August 18

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