Greetings to all. Please join us tomorrow, October 25 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Fiterman Conference Center for our next strategic planning community forum. All faculty and staff are invited to attend and share their questions and suggestions. This forum is an opportunity to discuss the work of our strategic planning committees, and to engage in dialogue about our BMCC mission, vision and values. Please send an email to President@bmcc.cuny.edu if you will attend the forum. I hope to see you tomorrow! Karrin E. Wilks Interim President Borough of Manhattan Community College

Karrin E. Wilks

BMCC Prepares for 2020 U.S. Census
BMCC hosted a 2020 U.S. Census information and job recruiting session on October 22 in Richard Harris Terrace. Students met with representatives from the U.S. Census Bureau, learned why the census is so important and how to apply for one of the thousands of soon-to-be available positions. BMCC Interim President Karrin Wilks said the tremendous turnout shows that BMCC students take civic engagement seriously and are ready to make positive contributions to the future of New York City.

Claudia Mello, CUNY Chancellor Félix V. Matos Rodríguez and Deyshawn Jason McClain.

BMCC Graduates Receive BNY Mellon Scholarship
Thirty-five BMCC graduates were recognized at the BNY Mellon Scholars reception at John Jay College of Criminal Justice on October 16. Recipients of the scholarship must be CUNY community college graduates, STEM or finance majors and they must have completed the ASAP. BMCC alumna Claudia Mello, now at Brooklyn College, was a featured student speaker at the event. The graduates include: Muhammad Hannan, Farhad Khan, Myat Theingi Khine, Rukiya Pir, Mohammad Rahman, Arvis Sinani, Safia Ali, Miguel Castillo-Melendez, Jeydy Perez, Mahameda Begum, Ayesha Ibrar, Afaf Ulay, Ming En Wu, Mijolla Innocent, Jennifer Julian, Stephy Lee, Lazizjon Mamatkulov, Opeoluwa Olaniyan, Yari Ortiz, Moises Quinones, Ababacar Sow, Laura Encarnacion,Steven Hernandez, Karine Agramonte, Jenece Dixon, Sherice Johnson, Dylan Cortes, Rahela Akter, Peter Iguodala, Fahmeda Islam, Shuja Bhatti, Caihua Chen, Comfort Prempeh and Ivette Salgado.

BMCC Students to Participate in Project Destined Championship Nine BMCC students will participate in the Project Destined Fall 2019 New York championship on November 9 at Convene, 1 Liberty Street. The students will present pitches to a panel of leading investors and executives while competing for more than $10,000 in scholarships. Project Destined is a non-profit that administers a real estate-based education program focused on empowering underserved communities through training in financial literacy, total health and leadership development. BMCC participants include: Mohamadou Bah, Luis Carbajal, Jasmin Carter, Michael Cepeda, Sazid Chowdhury, Christopher Hill, Vanessa Pierre, Daniel Rosales and Jhulio Vargas.

BMCC Entrepreneurship Team Places in Top Three Nationally
A team of business and entrepreneurship majors recently placed among the top three nationally in round two of the 2019 HP Foundation and NAACE student entrepreneurship challenge's online pitch competition. Anthony Terman and Jaritza Lara pitched their business idea Mentor Connect-Ed—a business that provides mentors to high school student's based on their career aspiration. The team was led by Business Management Instructor Roderick Shane Snipes.

BMCC to Celebrate Italian Heritage October 28 BMCC will celebrate Italian Heritage on October 28 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Richard Harris Terrace at 199 Chambers Street. In addition to an Italian lunch, the day's activities will include presentations about modern languages, history and art. The day will also be filled with musical and dance performances as well as a class on traditional Italian cuisine. Also, as part of BMCC's Italian heritage book discussion, the author Mariolina Venezia will discuss their book "Been Here a Thousand Years" on November 4 at 1:30 p.m. in F-1302 at Fiterman Hall.

Pride Month Presents Readings, Walking Tour and More Pride Month at BMCC celebrates and affirms the LGBTQ community on campus and beyond with readings, workshops and other events. Students who attend two or more events could be eligible to add them to their Co-Curricular Transcript. BMCC provides LGBTQ services on campus and referrals off campus. A Queer Communities Faculty/Staff Interest Group meets during the academic year; for more information, contact Brian Kelly, bkelley@bmcc.cuny.edu. Faculty and staff interested in joining the BMCC Safe Zone can contact (212) 220-8130 or safezone@bmcc.cuny.edu. For more information, contact Dean Michael Hutmaker, mhutmaker@bmcc.cuny.edu.

Winter 2020 Course Waivers Now Available
Faculty and Staff, let your degree-seeking students know they may be eligible to receive one of two tuition waivers for the Winter 2020 semester. The Petrie Completion Waiver offers $210 per credit for students enrolled in a course that meets the four or fewer credits they need to complete their associate degree. The STEM Waiver covers full tuition for students enrolled in a mathematics, computer science, Introduction to Linguistics (LIN 101), Introduction to Psychology (PSY 100) or Introduction to Multimedia (MMP 100) course that counts toward their degree. PLEASE NOTE: Students must be a New York City resident and a U.S. citizen or permanent resident at the time the waiver is applied. To qualify, students must register for the Winter 2020 course no later than December 1. Funding is limited and waivers will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. Waivers cover tuition but not fees and materials, such as textbooks. If students receive a waiver for a course they drop or fail to attend, the waiver may be revoked and they will be responsible for the tuition. Students who have questions can visit the Academic Advisement and Transfer Center at 199 Chambers Street, Room S-108 or contact advisementandtransfer@bmcc.cuny.edu.

Proposals Being Accepted for Hispanic Heritage Month BMCC will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month throughout November with lectures, performances, workshops, discussions and other activities. Faculty and staff are encouraged to submit activity proposals that include: 1) Title of proposed activity; 2) Description (specify if it will occur during class time); 3) Names of faculty, students and staff coordinating the activity; 4) Date; 5) Time; 6) Number of anticipated attendees; 7) Room location (please make your own arrangements to reserve a room), and 8) Equipment needed/required. Please submit your proposals by October 28 to Professor Rosario Torres at rtorres@bmcc.cuny.edu or drop off a hard copy at 199 Chambers Street, Room N-499; or to Professor David Caicedo at dcaicedo@bmcc.cuny.edu or drop off a hardcopy in Room N-651.

Connect2Success Now Available to BMCC Faculty BMCC faculty now have access to Connect2Success powered by Starfish, an academic alert tool that helps communicate crucial progress check-ins to students and create an academic support team for students. Connect2Success starts with faculty and is dependent on faculty involvement, but its structure builds in collaboration with academic advisors and campus resources and creates a support network. BMCC faculty will receive an email invitation to participate in the Early Semester or Mid-Semester Progress Report and will be invited to hands-on training sessions. Training sessions will offer faculty with opportunities to learn about the tool and its many features, such as raising a “flag,” sending “kudos” or making a “referral.” Training sessions will also help faculty strategically tweak Connect2Success settings and provide answers to questions.  The training sessions are scheduled September 16-19, from 10 to 11 a.m. and from 4 to 5 p.m., in 70 Murray Building, Room M-318. For more information, email connect2success@bmcc.cuny.edu, jhuie@bmcc.cuny.edu or hharris@bmcc.cuny.edu

Carroll and Milton Petrie Foundation Funds Student Emergency Grants The Carroll and Milton Petrie Foundation has provided funds to help students resolve short-term emergencies without interrupting their studies. Applicants for the Petrie Grant must demonstrate need, provide documentation and complete certain requirements. While Petrie grants will not be given for tuition cost, college debts or legal representation, students are encouraged to visit the Single Stop office to discuss their concerns. To find out more, students may go online, visit the Single Stop Office at 199 Chambers Street, Room S-230, or contact Maxine Hunter at (212) 220-8000, Ext. 7149, or mhunter@bmcc.cuny.edu.

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 can register online. Event check-in will be at the BMCC gym, where they will receive a free T-shirt, as supplies last. The run/walk will start in Hudson Park, go from North Moore to Leroy Streets and return. For more information, call 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 enabled campus departments to submit over 2,000 work orders in an efficient and productive manner.

Through the Archibus Work Order system, a designated individual submits work orders and tracks 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 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 St, Public Safety Office, Room S-211. The report is also available at this link.

Is Your Department Interested in Hiring a Work-Study Student? Many BMCC students are employed part-time on campus through the Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program. This helps cover their educational expenses, removes the cost and time of commuting for an off-campus job and enables them 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, please contact Melissa Jardine, mjardine@bmcc.cuny.edu.

Calling for 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 The BMCC Career Coach provides 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 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. Through this online platform, industry experts provide courses on presentation skills, 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 helps relieve stress, improves memory and more. To try The 10-Minute Mind, click here.

Faculty and Staff Now Have Access to Student CCTs
The Co-Curricular Transcript (CCT) is an official record of student participation and achievements outside the classroom while enrolled at BMCC. Co-curricular activities encourage life-long learning and active citizenship. Faculty and staff can view students’ unofficial CCTs and submit events or activities to be considered for placement on the CCT.

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.

Supplemental Instruction Increases Pass Rates
Pass rates for students who received supplemental instruction were six percentage points higher than the matched comparison group that did not. Course pass rates for students who received supplemental instruction was 67 percent in Fall 2017 and 75 percent in Spring 2018. The complete Supplemental Instruction 2019 report is posted on the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Special Reports page.

Admissions Fall 2019 Open House: Saturday, October 26
Do you have family member or friend who is interested in going to college? Invite them to the BMCC Admissions Open House this 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.

Winter/Spring 2020 Advisement & Registration is Open
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 info, visit the Registration page, contact Academic Advisement in Room S-108 or call (212) 220-8315.

Admissions and Financial Aid Info 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
November 1: Deadline for completion of INC grade from Spring and Summer
November 5: Last day to withdraw with a grade of "W"
November 7: Student Faculty Evaluations available online
November 28-30: COLLEGE CLOSED- NO CLASSES

BMCC cited for offering ASL course
October 21—The Ticker

Peer review article by BMCC professors highlighted
October 23—SUM

Drug and Alcohol Counseling Services for CUNY Employees The Deer Oaks Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Services provides free drug and alcohol counseling for CUNY employees. To learn more, visit the Deer Oaks website and enter “CUNY” as the company code or call (855) 492-3633. Some employees can access drug and alcohol counseling through a union employee assistance program or their health plan. The BMCC Office of Human Resources at 199 Chambers Street, Room S-717 is available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to assist employees in accessing drug or alcohol counseling services, whether through Deer Oaks, a union employee assistance program or health plan.

Training Available to CUNY Faculty and Staff
The OHRM Professional Development and Learning Management Office, in collaboration with CIS Training and Microsoft Learning Consultants provides free trainings for Microsoft Office 365 for Education to CUNY faculty and staff. These live, WebEx trainings introduce MS Office 365 applications including OneDrive, Teams and OneNote—useful tools for team collaboration and managing individual projects. Users can attend almost every Wednesday through December 11. To register, click here and login with your CUNYfirst credentials. 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 free NYC HelpMeQuit mobile app. 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).

College-Wide Forum 
October 25

Workshop: Create or Update Your Faculty Page
October 25, November 12

Free Workshop: Introduction to Photoshop (Students Only)
October 28

Pride Month Volunteer Opportunity 
October 28

U.S. Citizenship Application Assistance
October 28, 29 and 30 

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Diallo Named CUNYAC Athlete of the Year, Headlines Three Panthers Selected as CUNYAC All Stars 

Volleyball Sends Sophomores Off With A Well-Earned Split In Regional Tri-Match On Saturday 

Panthers Right Ship After a First-Set Loss, Top Kingsborough 3-1 to Advance to CUNYAC Finals 

Officer's 67th-Minute Tally Send Soccer Into The NJCAA Region XV Semifinals with 1-0 Win Over Queensborough

Panthers Fall to Queensborough in Straight Sets in CUNYAC Community College Women's Volleyball Championship Final 

2019 CUNYAC Community College Volleyball Championship Preview

Panthers Lose On The Road At the Fashion Institute of Technology

Women's Basketball, Upcoming Games
November 2: BMCC vs. Bunker Hill Community College (BMCC Gymnasium)
November 5: BMCC vs. Kingsborough Community College (Brooklyn, NY)

Men's Basketball, Upcoming Games
November 2: BMCC vs. Bunker Hill Community College (BMCC Gymnasium)
November 5: BMCC vs. Kingsborough Community College (Brooklyn, NY)

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