May 31-
June 6, 2026

Lehman Weekly

College Events, Updates, and Extras

A graduate holds four bouquets of flowers

Photo of the Week

Family, friends, faculty, and staff gathered at the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts as Lehman College proudly celebrated the Class of 2026 during four unique commencement ceremonies. 🎓🎉

(Above: Photo by Mildred Perez; Below: Photos by Brian Hatton)

QUOTED AT COMMENCEMENT

“Lehman and the Bronx hold something very special and rare. That is a heart, warmth, and humanity.” ❤️

Samrin Alam

“Let us carry forward the values that we brought here; perseverance, curiosity, compassion; and most importantly, let us continue to dream boldly about the future we can create.” 🌟

Sakib Uddin Shikder

Lehman in the News

Student Hailey Fondeur returns to Montefiore Einstein as a cancer survivor celebrating prom and looking ahead (Spectrum News 1)

Faculty Expertise

Triptych of images relating to faculty expert stories

Associate Professor Nicholas Boston (Journalism & Media Studies) looks at two museum portraits that reflect the global legacy of Angela Davis

Professor Jeannette Graulau (Political Science) explores medieval silver mining and political power in thirteenth-century Europe

Associate Professor and Interim Chair Jennifer Jolley (Music, Multimedia, Theatre & Dance) appears on the “AAPI Classical Musicians of Interlochen” podcast to discuss her piece, "March!"

In Memoriam

Lehman College remembers Professor Emeritus Jacob Judd, who first taught on campus in 1967 when Lehman College was still Hunter in the Bronx. At Lehman, Dr. Judd was chair of the Department of History for twelve years, acting dean of Arts and Humanities, and chair of the Lehman College Retirees Association until 2016. He received an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters in 2018.

Alumni in the News

2026 Lehman graduate Victor Lee Walker calls for more affordable and reliable transit in The Bronx , highlighting daily challenges for riders

Alumna Tiffany Gordon ’07 opens Secret Vegan Kitchen in Oceanside, serving plant-based deli classics

Behind the Music 🎺

At nearly 90 years old, jazz trumpeter and retired music teacher Edward Seldin performed with with Lehman’s concert band at Commencement, continuing a connection to the campus that began in 1954

Many members of the Lehman community have sung the National Anthem at Commencement over the years, accompanied by the Lehman College and Community Band–Don't miss Adjunct Assistant Professor Osceola Davis singing at this year's graduate ceremony

Seen on Social ✨

Graduates crossed the commencement stage in style!

Scene on Campus

(Photos by Mildred Perez, Lehman College Multimedia Center, and other members of the Lehman Community)

Graduate Spotlight

Lasting Connections: Reflecting on her most formative experiences, including the Tiananmen Square uprising and 9/11, Mental Health Counseling graduate Li Hua Wu (third from right) realized that her life's purpose lay in connecting with other people—that's why she applied to Lehman. Wu is a member of the second cohort to graduate from the School of Education's new program.

College of photos of graduates posing with Class of 2026 memoribilia

Great Pics: The Student Life Building got a 'graduation glowup'–a great opportunity for all graduates to be the star of their own photo shoots.

Nursing Matters

Nursing graduates in front of Lehman's Nursing building

Caring for the Community: The Department of Nursing recognized the Class of 2026 at its nursing Pinning Ceremony, where each graduating student received their nursing pin, a longstanding symbol of dedication, compassion, and commitment to the nursing profession. Watch the ceremony here.

Lehman Family: Arlene Ramsudh adds another chapter to her family’s Lehman legacy, joining her two sisters as a graduate of the College’s nursing program. All three enrolled through the Adult Degree Program, each with her eyes on a nursing career. Read their story.

Award-Worthy

Thank You!: Vice President Jermaine Wright and the Student Affairs Basic Needs Center expressed gratitude to the Basic Needs Center (BNC) Student Leaders and recognized the hard work and dedication they have shown in supporting Lehman students throughout the academic year.

Great Work: The English Department honored students at a special end-of-year Awards and Prizes ceremony.

CONGRATULATIONS
to the Class of 2026!

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