ATTENTION FACULTY AND STAFF: College-Wide Forum, October 25
BMCC faculty and staff are invited to the Designing for Success college-wide forum on October 25 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Fiterman Hall Conference Center, 13th and 14th floors. Join the forum, learn about what has been accomplished in the first year of the initiative, and what is planned for year two. For more information, email president@bmcc.cuny.edu.

SafeHome.org Ranks BMCC Safest Campus in New York State
BMCC is ranked as the safest campus in New York state with just 0.04 violent crimes per 1,000 students, according to The Safest Cities for College Students, a new study released by SafeHome.org. According to Director of Public Safety Michael Korn, BMCC creates a safe campus environment through outreach, trainings for faculty, students and staff, and more.

Fall 2019 Cohort of Out in Two Program Welcomed at Ceremony
BMCC welcomed 35 scholars to the Fall 2019 cohort of the Out in Two scholarship program on October 9 during a ceremony at Richard Harris Terrace at 199 Chambers Street. The Out in Two program provides a supportive community to help students graduate from BMCC within two years and transfer to a senior college. The event included congratulatory remarks from Vice President of Student Affairs Marva Craig and Acting Provost Erwin Wong, as well as Out in Two Alumna Samantha Purrone.  

New York’s First Openly LGBTQ Assembly Member Deborah Glick Speaks at PRIDE Kickoff
BMCC kicked off LGBTQ Pride Month with an opening ceremony on October 3 in Richard Harris Terrace at 199 Chambers Street. This year's guest speaker was Deborah Glick (third from right), the first openly gay member of the New York State legislature. Glick encouraged BMCC students to persevere in their own paths. She said change in society often comes from shifts in cultural norms, and while it is important to change laws, hearts and minds, people are often more affected by movies, TV, theater and literature. "Each member of society has a role in making change," said Glick. Throughout the month of October, BMCC will celebrate Pride with special speakers, panels and other events.

BMCC Student Wins CUNY Photo Challenge Photography major Richard Collins has won the CUNYwide Photo Challenge for his photograph, First Generation (shown left), which features a friend studying in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Collins, who hopes to become a professional photographer or own a camera shop someday, prefers Canon cameras and currently uses a Canon Rebel T6.

Opera Collective Set for BMCC Tribeca PAC, November 1 The BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center (BMCC/TPAC) presents The Opera Collective on November 1 at 8 p.m. at 199 Chambers Street. This group of opera singers from throughout New York City presents opera, art song, operetta and musical theater. Tickets are $25 general admission and $11 for students and seniors. To purchase tickets, call (212) 220-1460 or visit www.tribecapac.org.

CUNY Holiday: Monday, October 14
In observance of Columbus Day, October 14 is a scheduled holiday, 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], Skilled Trades, and Career and Salary Plan Titles. Hourly employees will be paid based on time worked only.

Join BMCC Fall 2019 5K on October 30
The BMCC Health Education Department, Office of Student Affairs and Office of Student Activities will host a 5K run/walk for students, faculty and staff on October 30 from 2 to 4 p.m. Participants are asked to register online and check-in for the event at the BMCC gym, where they will receive a free T-shirt, as long as supplies last. The run/walk will start in Hudson Park, then go from North Moore Street to Leroy Street and back. For more information, contact the Health Education Department (212) 220-1453 or Office of Student Activities (212) 220-8160.

A Message From the Office of Campus Planning and Facilities
In an effort to improve customer service, the Office of Campus Planning and Facilities is pleased to report the Archibus Work Order system, in operation since summer 2019, has allowed campus departments to submit over 2,000 work orders in an efficient and productive manner.

The Archibus Work Order system allows a designated individual to submit work orders and track the progress and completion of the request. The Work Order system is the most effective way to alert the Buildings and Grounds team to any building deficiencies or operational improvements that you may have noticed or that are impacting your ability to perform your job at BMCC. A Work Order can be used to report all non-emergency building needs, from custodial services to a light bulb that needs replacement or building equipment that is not operating properly. To report an emergency, please continue to call (212) 220-8025, from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. After business hours, please call Public Safety at (212) 220-8080. To report hazardous conditions after 5:00 p.m., please call the engineer on duty at (212) 220-8034.

Please identify who in your department been designated as the Archibus Work Order liaison. If you have questions or concerns, do not hesitate to email our Buildings and Grounds team which is leading the implementation effort and managing the system. They can be reached at b&g@bmcc.cuny.edu, subject line: “Archibus Work Order System.”

Public Safety Office Posts 2019 Annual Security Report
BMCC/CUNY complies with the Clery Act. Copies of BMCC’s Annual Security Report, which includes security policies, procedures, important contact information and crime statistics, among other important information about the campus are available in the Security Office located at 199 Chambers Street, Public Safety Office, Room S-211. The report is also available at this link.

Are You Interested in Hiring a Work-Study Student in Your Department? At BMCC, many students are employed part-time on campus through the Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program. This helps cover their educational expenses, and removes the cost and time of commuting to and from an off-campus job. It also enables students to gain professional experience related to their field of interest. If your department is interested in hiring FWS students, please complete and return the FWS Rights & Responsibilities form. For more information, contact Melissa Jardine, mjardine@bmcc.cuny.edu.

Calling for Volunteers and Donations Last academic year, we lost two beloved colleagues — Sadie Bragg, previously the Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, and Scott Anderson, Vice President for Administration and Finance. To commemorate their deep and passionate commitment to Borough of Manhattan Community College, we have established committees to raise funds to dedicate spaces on campus in their names. VP Marva Craig will lead the effort to name the Mathematics Lab in Sadie’s honor (building on funds already donated for this purpose), and Dean John Montanez will lead the effort to name a room in Fiterman Hall, in Scott’s honor. BMCC faculty and staff who wish to serve on these committees should contact VP Craig at mcraig@bmcc.cuny.edu or Ext. 8132 or Dean Montanez at jmontanez@bmcc.cuny.edu or Ext. 8011 by September 30. Those who wish to donate to these efforts should contact the Development Office at (212) 220-8020. We look forward to the college community celebrating our colleagues and good friends with naming ceremonies.

Free Digital Subscriptions: The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal BMCC students, faculty and staff can click here for free digital access to The New York Times and here for free digital access to The Wall Street Journal. Please share with students, the value in reading newspapers, and encourage them to take advantage of these free services.

Career Coach and Support Services Offer Opportunities to Explore Interests and Careers BMCC is committed to students’ long-term success and helps them explore professional opportunities. The college offers Career Coach for salary and employment information, job postings and a self-discovery assessment to help students find their academic and career paths. Students can visit Career Express to make an appointment with an advisor, and search for jobs or sign-up for professional development activities with the BMCC Center for Career Development. They can also visit the Office of Internships and Experiential Learning to gain experience in preparation for a four-year degree and beyond.

Free Courses Available to BMCC Community BMCC students, faculty and staff can access free courses through LinkedIn Learning, formerly known as Lynda.com. Through this online platform, industry experts provide courses on presentation skills, time management, Adobe Creative Cloud and other topics. For instructions on how to sign in to LinkedIn Learning, contact Instructional Computer Services Manager Leticia Dinkins, (212) 220-1377, ldinkins@bmcc.cuny.edu.

Free Mindfulness Meditation Service The CUNY Office of Student Affairs has launched a partnership with The 10-Minute Mind, a free service that provides mindfulness meditation for students, faculty and staff. Research shows that taking a few minutes to pause, reflect and reset is an effective strategy to relieve stress, improve memory and provide other benefits. To try The 10-Minute Mind for a week, a month or the entire semester, click here.

Faculty and Staff Now Have Access to Student CCTs
BMCC’s Co-Curricular Transcript (CCT) is a comprehensive official record of student’s participation and achievements outside of the classroom while enrolled at BMCC. These co-curricular activities encourage life-long learning and active citizenship. Faculty and staff now have access to view students’ unofficial CCTs, review a list of eligible activities and submit events or activities to be considered for placement on the CCT.

Learning Resource Center (LRC) Brings Out Students' Strengths
Faculty and staff, let your students know they can sign up to meet with an academic coach who will provide time management, note-taking and test-taking strategies. Students can also ask staff at the LRC, in Room S-510 at 199 Chambers Street, to connect them with a certified BMCC tutor, in person or online. Visit the LRC website for more information and events.

Plaza Reconstruction Project Update
As part of the Plaza Reconstruction project at BMCC, abatement of hazardous materials identified in the underlayment of the existing pavers will be performed during phases of the construction project. This activity, which began January 21, is regulated by the NYC Department of Environmental Protection, which ensures the safe and proper removal and disposal of these materials. Abatement notifications posted on all building entrances are part of these requirements and are there to inform the occupants of these activities. The required notices are not meant to alarm building occupants, but to keep everyone informed that the work will be performed in a safe and regulated manner. We apologize for any inconvenience this construction may cause as we work to improve our facilities. For more information, contact Eric Lugo at elugo@bmcc.cuny.edu.

Bathroom Renovation Update: Phase 5
BMCC has undertaken a comprehensive 26-bathroom renovation project at the Chambers Street building. The project’s focus is to provide greater accessibility, ventilation and temperature control systems. Upgrades include new stalls, floors, fixtures, ceilings and lighting. Renovations have been completed in the north side bathrooms, and those in the south side will be finished in Fall 2019. BMCC has begun Phase 5 (final phase) of renovations, affecting the restrooms located on the far south end of 199 Chambers Street building, on all seven floors. For more information, contact Eric Lugo at elugo@bmcc.cuny.edu.

Science for Health Professionals Shows Dramatic Student Increase
Students majoring in Science for Health Professions have increased from 94 students in Fall 2016, to 651 students in Fall 2018. More information on enrollment by majors can be found on page seven of the Enrollment, Retention, and Completion report found on the Institutional Effectiveness and Analytics Institutional Reports page.

Winter and Spring 2020: Advisement Open, Registration Starts October 20
Students value the advice and support of BMCC faculty and staff. As trusted influencers, please encourage students to meet with their advisor to track their academic progress and set a plan for success. Things to know: All students must meet with their advisors before registering. Students can register on CUNYfirst or visit the Registrar’s Office in Room S-315. For more information, visit the Registration page, contact Academic Advisement in Room S-108 or call (212) 220-8315.

The Panther Station is Open for Student Service The Panther Station (One Stop Enrollment Center, Room S-225) is the central location for students to handle admissions, registrar and financial aid matters. The unit also serves as a referral center for other college services. Students who need to visit the Panther Station should queue up ahead of time on QLESS to join the line remotely.

Admissions Fall 2019 Open House: Saturday, October 26
Do you have family member or friend interested in going to college? Invite them to the BMCC Admissions Open House on Saturday, October 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 199 Chambers Street, to learn about academic programs, financial aid options, student services, success programs and how/when to apply. For more information, contact the Admissions Office at (212) 220-1265.

Admissions and Financial Aid Information Sessions
Prospective students are invited to attend information sessions for an overview of BMCC and the admissions and financial aid process. They can also take part in a Q & A with admissions and financial aid specialists. For more information, check the Admissions website, or contact the Admissions Office at (212) 220-1265.

Say Hello to the Admissions Office on Social Media
We appreciate your likes, follows and thumbs up. Facebook: @bmccadmissions Twitter: @bmccadmissions Instagram: @bmccadmissions Snapchat:@explorebmcc

A Few Important Dates
October 14: College closed
October 16: Classes follow Monday schedule
October 20: Regular registration (36- credits)

Teacher Education Department partnership with P.S. 125 in Harlem featured
October 7 — Community College Daily, District Administration Magazine

BMCC ranked safest campus in New York State
October 6 — Staten Island Advance

Findings include BMCC in study about lower Manhattan flood prevention
October 5 — Tribeca Tribune

Move More Toning and Conditioning Classes Start October 21
BMCC is partnering with WorkWellNYC to offer a free toning and conditioning class at the BMCC gym, starting October 21. This one-hour class will be offered on the following Mondays: October 21, Oct. 28, Nov. 4, Nov. 11, Nov. 18, Nov. 25, Dec. 2, Dec. 9 and Dec. 16. Bring a lock for the locker, sneakers and comfortable, loose clothing. Please contact Lori Mazzola, lmazzola@bmcc.cuny.edu, no later than Oct. 16 to register.

Training Available to CUNY Faculty and Staff
The OHRM Professional Development and Learning Management Office, working in collaboration with CIS Training and through a partnership with Microsoft Learning Consultants is excited to announce a series of free trainings for Microsoft Office 365 for Education to CUNY faculty and staff. These live, WebEx trainings delivered throughout Fall 2019 will introduce users to MS Office 365. Specifically, they will cover the OneDrive, Teams and OneNote applications — useful tools for team collaboration, file sharing and storage, and managing individual projects. Users can attend and re-attend sessions almost every Wednesday through December 11, 2019. To register, click here and login with your CUNYfirst credentials. A confirmation will follow. If you have questions, please contact  CISTraining@cuny.edu or University.Training@cuny.edu.

Free Help Available to Quit Smoking CUNY employees and household members can enroll in the Employee Smoking Cessation Program (ESCAPE) for free, confidential counseling and smoking cessation medications. Download the NYC HelpMeQuit mobile app, another free resource. Learn more here. Call (347) 396-4403 to enroll.

Deer Oaks EAP Offers Phone and Video Counseling
As part of BMCC's Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Deer Oaks offers organizational training, skills development, crisis management, wellness workshops and other services including video, structured telephonic and in-person counseling. Employees can schedule calls with a counselor in advance by calling (855) 492-3633 or emailing eap@deeroaks.com.

Charitable Giving Through an IRA
Donors at least 70½ years old can take advantage of a simple way to satisfy minimum required distribution and benefit BMCC students at the same time. Donate up to $100,000 from an IRA directly to the BMCC Foundation without having to pay federal income taxes. Please contact Phillip Keefe, Director of Major Gifts and Planned Giving, (212) 346-8650 or pkeefe@bmcc.cuny.edu for additional information.

Alumni Invited to Connect and Network BMCC Alumni Affairs provides alumni benefits and services, as well as involving alumni in the advancement and support of BMCC. Alumni are invited to special events, profiled in BMCC publications and welcomed into the vibrant community that is BMCC. For more information, contact Yaritza Gonzalez, Manager of Alumni Relations and Annual Fund, (212) 346-8455 or ygonzalez@bmcc.cuny.edu

Make a Difference in Students’ Lives: Faculty and Staff Campaign
The faculty and staff of BMCC support our students in countless ways, every single day. That support includes contributing to the BMCC Foundation Scholarship Fund. Your support of the Faculty and Staff Campaign makes a significant difference in our students’ lives. There are three easy ways to give: Make a donation online.

• Text your donation to BMCC at (646) 876-2622.
• Send your check, payable to the BMCC Foundation, via interoffice mail to the Office of College Development, F-1330. (Please note, you can designate your donation to your department).

Pride Month: LGBTQ History Walking Tour
October 11

Careers in Film and Television Production
October 12

Breast Cancer Awareness: My Body Is my Temple
October 15

Fit Mind Series: Stop Procrastinating Now
October 15

Domestic Violence Awareness presentation
October 15

Non-traditional Career Exploration
Oct. 16

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Volleyball Swept at Regional Tri-Match on the Road Saturday

Men's Soccer Nips Westchester Community College 2-1 in Overtime Saturday Afternoon

Panthers Win Second Straight, 4-1, on Road Over Dutchess Community College

Women's Soccer Upcoming Games
Oct. 12: BMCC vs. Suffolk Country Community College (Kingsborough Athletics Field)

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