Friday, February 28, 2025 | Vol. 10, No. 5 | |
MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT DAISY COCCO DE FILIPPIS | |
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My Dear Colleagues and Students,
We are moving forward in this semester’s journey, which is about social justice and bright futures. I hope you had time to participate in a number of cultural activities at the College designed to celebrate the beautiful humanity on our campus. The countdown to commencement has begun. I hope you are working with our students and each other to ensure that all students eligible for graduation file their application. Please see Jerry Rosa, Student Activities Director, and SDEM staff for assistance.
Having passed our census date, we know that enrollment continued to grow, as reported to the college community by Mr. David Primak, our Registrar. Please be sure to access all support available to make this one more successful semester on the road to a brighter future for our students.
I wish you continued joy, hope and satisfaction in this semester’s journey of teaching and learning, advising and guidance of our deserving students.
Mil gracias y bendiciones,
Daisy Cocco De Filippis, Ph.D.
President
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“Phenomenal Woman”
By Maya Angelou
Pretty women wonder where my secret lies.
I’m not cute or built to suit a fashion model’s size
But when I start to tell them,
They think I’m telling lies.
I say,
It’s in the reach of my arms,
The span of my hips,
The stride of my step,
The curl of my lips.
I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.
I walk into a room
Just as cool as you please,
And to a man,
The fellows stand or
Fall down on their knees.
Then they swarm around me,
A hive of honey bees.
I say,
It’s the fire in my eyes,
And the flash of my teeth,
The swing in my waist,
And the joy in my feet.
I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.
Men themselves have wondered
What they see in me.
They try so much
But they can’t touch
My inner mystery.
When I try to show them,
They say they still can’t see.
I say,
It’s in the arch of my back,
The sun of my smile,
The ride of my breasts,
The grace of my style.
I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.
Now you understand
Just why my head’s not bowed.
I don’t shout or jump about
Or have to talk real loud.
When you see me passing,
It ought to make you proud.
I say,
It’s in the click of my heels,
The bend of my hair,
the palm of my hand,
The need for my care.
’Cause I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.
Source: The Complete Collected Poems of Maya Angelou (Random House Inc., 1994).
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MESSAGE FROM STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SGA) PRESIDENT DAINMA MARTINEZ | |
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Repeat, Repeat, Repeat!
My Dear Friends and Colleagues,
I kindly want to remind you, once again, of very important things!
Remember to check your Hostos email! It’s the best way to stay updated on events, opportunities, and more. If you’re having trouble with your email, visit the Computer Lab in C-595 or IT in B-420 for assistance. Also, don’t miss out on the Navigate 360 app, our new go-to source for campus announcements and updates. Head to your app store and download Navigate 360 today!
Graduation is close! So as always, for those who are graduating, do a check-in with your advisor if you have not done so yet. It is important that you stay informed about your status. The Registrar's Office does this. Please email them at GRADUATIONAUDIT@hostos.cuny.edu or 718-518-6771.
For those who are transferring, please visit Transfer Services on the first level of the D-Building (D-101) or call them at 718-518-4319.
Another great resource is the food pantry, available by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, contact Madeline Cruz at 718-518-4141 or email mcruz@hostos.cuny.edu.
Sincerely,
Dainma
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MS. MACKENZIE SCOTT'S GIFT: PRESIDENT'S INITIATIVES | |
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Submitted by Research Programs Director Sofía Oviedo, Ph.D.
President’s Recognition Events in Honor of Student Persistence and Resiliency
The Office of the President is hosting two student recognition events this spring with the support of Ms. MacKenzie Scott’s Gift: President’s Initiatives. Each special event will honor up to 15 students who have demonstrated persistence and resiliency in achieving their academic goals while overcoming significant challenges. All Hostos faculty and staff members are invited to nominate one or two students to be honored at one of the following events:
President’s Recognition Tea in Honor of Women’s History Month - March 26, 2025
Nominations must be received by March 13. Selected students will be notified by March 19.
President’s Recognition Barbeque in Honor of Student Resiliency - April 10, 2025
Nominations must be received by March 28. Selected students will be notified by April 3.
Nominees must be enrolled students for the Spring 2025 semester and have earned 12 or more credits at Hostos with a GPA of 3.0 or higher to be considered. Selected students and nominating faculty/staff members will have the opportunity to attend one of the scheduled celebratory events and receive special recognition from President Daisy Cocco De Filippis. Each selected student will receive a certificate, book, and a $500 stipend. For faculty and staff, this is a wonderful opportunity for you to nominate a student you know has made significant strides in advancing their education at Hostos while facing major challenges that could have deterred them from moving forward. We want to honor students whose strength of character and determination propels them to greater heights in their academic journey.
To nominate a student, please complete the form here.
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INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS, RESEARCH AND ASSESSMENT (OIERA) | |
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Submitted by AVP of Institutional Effectiveness Babette Audant, Ph.D.
Documenting Institutional Effectiveness in an Emergency
OIERA is responsible for producing, assessing, and reporting on institutional effectiveness. Most of our work is grounded in quantitative data drawn from national, CUNY, and local sources and shaped by queries (questions) we ask or are asked by others in response to compliance requirements, strategic planning, grant development, curriculum development, et al.
Hostos is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). We sustain our accreditation by meeting standards set by the Commission: “An institution of higher education is a community dedicated to students, to the pursuit and dissemination of knowledge, to the study and clarification of values, and to the advancement of the society it serves…[MSCHE] requires that its institutions meet rigorous and comprehensive accreditation standards, which are addressed in the context of the mission of each institution and within the culture of ethical practices and institutional integrity expected of accredited institutions.”
Principles I, II and III further clarify that we, in the context of our Mission and at the core of our “appropriately supportive student learning environment”, “reflect deeply and share results” on “diversity, equity and inclusion” across the seven standards of accreditation.
At Hostos, our strategic actions are informed by, advance, and celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion, as are our responses to the reign of unconstitutional and unchecked terror emanating from Washington, D.C.
During the last emergency, the COVID pandemic, Hostos documented institutional responses, which were then threaded throughout our 2022 Self-study Report. Taking a cue from past practice, OIERA is tracking institutional responses to the mounting threat to individuals without documentation and other immigration-related vulnerabilities. We are creating an archive that includes formal responses — the informative emails sent by Public Safety, SDEM, and the President’s Office about resources (including Hostos’ Counseling Center) and policies. It includes the statement read aloud by President Cocco De Filippis at public events since November 6, 2024, affirming that Hostos is committed to “respect, diversity, inclusivity and caring for one another” regardless of our backgrounds, faiths or religions. It also includes grassroots efforts by staff and faculty. For example, Prof. Madeline Ford and the team of faculty and staff in the Library are distributing red cards/tarjetas rojas; the SGA booth located across from the cafeteria also provides red cards; Fabian Wander and SDEM are organizing a campus-wide informational event with CUNY Law (date TBD); Prof. Victor Torres-Velez built a website with QR codes for red cards in multiple languages, and more resources are forthcoming. Prof. Inmaculada Lara-Bonilla culled various sources of emergency legal resources into a single document, available by demand.
If your office, unit, or department is participating in grassroots efforts in response to anti-immigrant actions, please reach out to OIERA and share your strategies and outcomes. We are committed to documenting our campus-wide efforts to advance justice and to be agents of our stories.
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OFFICE OF GOVERNMENTAL AND EXTERNAL AFFAIRS | |
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Highlighting CUNY Policies You Should Know
Submitted by Executive Counsel and Labor Designee Eugene Sohn, Esq.
Statement on Public Order
In compliance with Chapter 191 of the laws of 1969, the Board of Trustees has adopted rules and regulations for the maintenance of public order on college campuses and other college property used for education purposes. Read the full statement here.
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OFFICE OF GOVERNMENTAL AND EXTERNAL AFFAIRS | |
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Submitted by Director Eric Radezky, Ph.D.
NYC Free Tax Prep
This week’s update comes from the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP), which has started its NYC Free Tax Prep program. The IRS began accepting tax returns on January 27, and DCWP wants to make sure all eligible New Yorkers use the NYC Free Tax Prep.
New Yorkers who earned $93,000 or less in 2024 may be eligible to file their taxes for free with an IRS-certified VITA/TCE volunteer preparer. Visit the DCWP website NYC Free Tax Prep to find out more.
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OFFICE OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS | |
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Submitted by Dean Ana I. García Reyes
Dominican Experts Visit Hostos to Discuss Their Community’s Contributions to Society
On Tuesday, we were honored to welcome Dominican community leaders, scholars, and advocates who shared their knowledge at the “Dominicans Breaking Ground in Multicultural Settings” symposium. Attendees engaged in discussion with Dominican experts in various themes, including higher education, immigration, and culture and the arts. Read more about it here.
Applications Open: Study Abroad Program in the Dominican Republic
Applications are open for our Summer 2025 Professional Development and Study Abroad Program in the Dominican Republic. Interested individuals should contact Mr. Gerson Peña at gpena@hostos.cuny.edu for details.
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OFFICE OF COMPLIANCE AND DIVERSITY | |
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Submitted by Chief Diversity Officer, Title IX Coordinator, and 504/ADA Coordinator Philip Oliveri, Esq.
Systemwide Re-Implementation of the 2020 Policy on Sexual Misconduct
On Friday, January 31, the U.S. Department of Education issued a Dear Colleague Letter stating, “Effective immediately, the United States Department of Education’s (ED) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) will enforce Title IX under the provisions of the 2020 Title IX Rule, rather than the recently invalidated 2024 Title IX Rule.” For this reason, CUNY’s 2020 “Policy on Sexual Misconduct” replaces the fully rescinded 2024 “Policy on Sex-Based Misconduct” as the policy applicable to all open and future Title IX matters, including all “open Title IX investigations initiated under the 2024 Rule.”
Please note that, as has always been the case, the Policy on Sexual Misconduct prohibits unwelcome verbal or physical behavior based on a person’s sex (e.g., sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, and gender identity, which includes transgender status). CUNY remains committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which its community members live, learn, and work free from all forms of sex discrimination. Refer to this link to access CUNY's 2020 Policy on Sexual Misconduct.
With this systemwide return to the “Policy on Sexual Misconduct,” fewer employees will be required to inform their Title IX Coordinator when they learn of conduct that may constitute sexual misconduct (these employees are referred to as “Responsible Employees” under the “Policy on Sexual Misconduct”). To view the categories of employees CUNY designates as responsible employees, please see Section VI(B) of the policy in the above-referenced link.
Additionally, when an employee is informed that a student is pregnant, the employee is no longer required to provide the contact information of their Title IX Coordinator to that student, and the employee is no longer required to inform the pregnant student that their Title IX Coordinator can provide them with supportive measures. Nevertheless, CUNY encourages employees to assist students seeking supportive measures in these instances. Students needing support and/or accommodations for a pregnancy-related condition should contact the Hostos Accessibility Resource Center (ARC@hostos.cuny.edu).
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Submitted by Director Ivano Leoncavallo
Logo Consistency
Esteemed Colleagues,
The pride we all take in Hostos Community College is palpable, and the noble work that is done here daily by the faculty, staff, and students to educate and uplift underserved communities in the South Bronx has earned the College a reputation as a mission-driven institution dedicated to justice and equity. Our values and our work are a part of the Hostos brand, as is the legacy of our namesake, Eugenio María de Hostos. And another key part of the Hostos brand is our visual identity, with our logo figuring prominently in that category. It is like the banner that represents our mission, our values and our work. And, as such, it is to be protected and cherished.
Naturally, in the course of doing our daily work, we apply the Hostos logo to a multitude of things, from webpages, flyers, posters, lecterns, email signatures, documents, merchandise, etc. And in the application of so many logos on numerous projects with looming deadlines, it is tempting to simply copy/paste a logo from an existing asset and reuse it, rather than sourcing an original logo file from a dedicated source, such as the Hostos Logos and Marks page on the website.
However, the logos being copy/pasted have often been compressed through email or other applications, and the image quality is degraded and the brand colors altered. Over time, this results in the unchecked propagation of logos that are not in the correct brand colors. Please see the illustration here, showing the correct logo and color palette, alongside off-brand logos pulled from the website and a shared internal document.
There is a noticeable softening of the image, and a marked difference in the colors of the blue Hostos logotype and the colors of the sun logomark. This is the visual equivalent of spelling our name as “Hastes” instead of “Hostos”, or of displaying an American flag with orange stripes.
These off-brand logos have proliferated unchecked over time and are now everywhere, in both printed and digital forms. In fact, they have become so pervasive that there appears to be a general misconception that they are interchangeable. However, per the published Hostos Brand Guidelines, they are logo violations. So, in an effort to maintain brand consistency and integrity, we need to apply the same rigor to our brand management that we do to the other aspects of our daily work. That will require that we collectively begin weeding out all the incorrect logos wherever they might appear and replace them with logos freshly sourced from the website or a local archive of logos downloaded from the site to your computers. We also need to refrain from recycling logos as we generate new documents, digital assets, or printed materials for events and marketing. It will likely take a while, but if we approach it with our Hostos “manos a la obra” spirit, we will eventually have a consistent brand to represent the College.
My hope in raising awareness about this issue is to inspire the College community to be more vigilant about the use of the correct logo and help preserve the integrity of our visual identity. This will better reflect the seriousness with which we take our work as an institution and the self-respect and pride we share in the Hostos brand.
I thank you all for your attention to this matter and urge you to reach out with any questions or concerns at ileoncavallo@hostos.cuny.edu.
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OFFICE OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS (OAA) | |
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Submitted by Provost and VP Shiang-Kwei Wang, Ph.D.
Perkins Supports the Success of Hostos Career and Technical Education Students
The Perkins grant plays a crucial role in supporting the success of Career and Technical Education (CTE) students by providing vital resources. This includes funding the purchase of essential supplies and equipment, which are necessary to maintain hands-on learning environments that adapt to changing industry standards. Perkins also helps fund key services such as tutoring and specialized support for disabled students.
One of the primary objectives of the Perkins V grant is to continually improve and expand CTE programs, ensuring they are relevant and accessible to a diverse student body. As of Fall 2024, approximately 52% of Hostos students fall under the CTE umbrella, reflecting the growing importance of these programs in shaping student careers. These numbers are only expected to continue growing, with CTE offerings at Hostos continuing to increase.
Collection of Course Syllabi Should be Completed by March 7
Each semester, faculty submit a copy of the customized syllabus they use for each course section they teach. The syllabus structures and organizes course content and communicates standards, expectations, and resources to students. The Center for Teaching and Learning provides access to many syllabus development resources on its website, including a syllabus template that is available to all faculty members, regardless of discipline. The semesterly collection of syllabi assists department leaders, including course coordinators, unit coordinators, and department chairs, to work collaboratively on enhancing teaching and learning over time. The semesterly collection of syllabi should be completed by March 7, 2025.
Piloting Navigate Student Success Markers
The Success Markers are turned on for students enrolled in the Radiologic Technology major. This allows advisors and faculty to see if the students are enrolled in pre-requisites needed for students to apply to the clinical phase of the degree program. In the Student Success tab, users can easily see if students completed prerequisites, are enrolled in them, or have them as upcoming, meaning they have not enrolled nor completed them. The Navigate team will evaluate the outcomes after the end of the Spring 2025 semester to determine the next steps.
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STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT (SDEM) | |
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Submitted by IVP Althea Sterling, Ed.D.
Financial Aid
Have you applied for FAFSA? TAP?
You can apply for aid by filling out the FAFSA. Once your FAFSA application is submitted, New York State residents attending NYS campuses can link directly to the TAP application. Our financial aid team is here to guide you through the application process. For more information, contact the Financial Aid Office at 718-518-6555.
Scholarships
Unlock Your Future: Scholarship Opportunities Await!
The path to your dreams just got a little easier! Don’t miss out on valuable scholarship opportunities that can help make your educational journey smoother and more affordable. Visit Hostos Scholarships to explore and apply.
Have questions or need a helping hand with your application? Reach out to our Scholarship Coordinators: Marina Esquilin (mesquilin@hostos.cuny.edu) or Evelyn Hiciano (ehiciano@hostos.cuny.edu).
Health and Wellness
One Stop Fresh Food Produce Distribution
In collaboration with CUNY/NYC Council and B&Y Catering, the Hostos One Stop Program proudly offers students access to fresh, nutritious food. To support our students’ well-being, we will distribute 70 fresh produce boxes every other Wednesday at noon in the Savoy Building:
- March 12, 19, 26
- April 2, 9, 30
- May 7
Students may participate every other week during the eight-week distribution period from March 12 - May 7.
For questions or more information, please contact Ms. Madeline Cruz at mcruz@hostos.cuny.edu or Ms. Rossini Pérez at rperez@hostos.cuny.edu.
Transfer Services
We are open on Saturdays!
Thinking about transferring to a four-year college or university? We’ve got you covered! Stop by during our tabling events or walk-in hours for expert guidance on your transfer application. We’ll be there to support you every step of the way!
Spring 2025 at Hostos Transfer Services Weekly Activities
Transfer Tabling
Every Tuesday, 1 - 3 p.m. | A-Atrium
Walk-in Hours:
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. | C-590
Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. | D-101A
Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Contact Transfer Services to receive link (transferservices@hostos.cuny.edu)
Virtual Walk-in Hours
Every Wednesday, 10 a.m. to noon | Zoom
To schedule a one-on-one appointment for personalized support, fill out our intake form here.
POEMS TO INSPIRE THE COMMUNITY
“I, Too”
By Langston Hughes
I, too, sing America.
I am the darker brother.
They send me to eat in the kitchen
When company comes,
But I laugh,
And eat well,
And grow strong.
Tomorrow,
I’ll be at the table
When company comes.
Nobody’ll dare
Say to me,
“Eat in the kitchen,”
Then.
Besides,
They’ll see how beautiful I am
And be ashamed—
I, too, am America.
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ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE (ADM) | |
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Submitted by SVP Esther Rodríguez-Chardavoyne
Requisition Process and Invoice/Confirmation Requirements
The Purchasing Office has noticed an increase in requisitions submitted with invoices/confirmations instead of quotes. This is of concern because the purchasing protocols are not being followed, which causes unnecessary delays in sending payments to vendors.
Please note the difference between a quote and an invoice/confirmation:
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A quote from a vendor is an estimate of the cost for goods or services before an order is placed. It is not a final bill and does not indicate that the goods or services have been provided.
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An invoice/confirmation is a document issued by the vendor after the goods or services have been provided, indicating the final amount due for payment.
To avoid delays in vendor payments and to ensure a streamlined procurement process, please make sure that your department follows proper protocol by submitting a requisition with a quote to generate a PO before engaging vendors or service providers.
If goods or services are provided without a PO, the end user must provide to the Purchasing Office 1) a justification letter and 2) a completed Unauthorized Procurement form explaining the reason for the invoice or confirmation. In the case of a catering service or Open Market Order, in addition to the justification letter and completed Unauthorized Procurement Form, a list of attendees, event date(s), and supporting documentation for the event (flyer or electronic announcement) must also be provided.
Please do not hesitate to contact Purchasing with any questions about these processes. They are happy to help.
Thank you for your cooperation.
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CONTINUING EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT (CEWD) | |
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Submitted by Evelyn Fernández-Ketcham, Ph.D., LCSW
Student Spotlight
Sorangel enrolled in CEWD’s General Equivalency Diploma (GED) program to pursue her ultimate goal: a career in healthcare. She found the support she received from her instructors and the program coordinators to be invaluable. Sorangel appreciated both the pace of the instruction and the guidance she received while enrolled in the GED program. She believes Hostos CEWD had an overwhelmingly positive impact on her education. This experience encouraged her to continue pursuing her studies.
After earning her GED in Fall 2023, she enrolled in the CUNY Language Immersion Program (CLIP) at Hostos. Upon completing CLIP, Sorangel decided to enroll in the Hostos Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Certificate program. As a part-time student at Hostos, she is balancing running her own business and pursuing her LPN certificate. Sorangel’s ultimate goal is to work in a hospital as an LPN.
We’re proud of you, Sorangel!
CEWD Virtual Information Sessions
To learn more about CEWD’s program offerings, please attend one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions.
- Wednesday, March 19, 6 PM
- Saturday, March 15, 11 AM
- Saturday, April 18, 11 AM
- Wednesday, May 5, 6 PM
To register for a session, go here.
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INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT (DIA) | |
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Submitted by VP Colette Atkins
The Carroll and Milton Petrie Foundation Pledges $200,000 Over Three Years for Emergency Scholarships
The Carroll and Milton Petrie Foundation recently pledged $200,000 over three years to continue the Emergency Student Grant Program they started in 2014. This program has helped more than 1,000 students since its inception and has had a remarkable impact on students’ retention and persistence.
One of the College’s most consistent and generous granting partners, Petrie also currently supports FYE, the Office of Transfer Services, and the Food Pantry. The Foundation extends its gratitude to the Carroll and Milton Petrie Foundation for its continued support of Hostos students.
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Celebrating the Accomplishments of the Hostos Community
Make sure to check our website and follow us on social media for all updates: Instagram (@hostoscollege), Facebook (HostosCC), and LinkedIn (CUNY Hostos Community College).
Hostos Caimans Men’s and Women’s Teams Retake the Crown, Clinching the CUNY Community College Basketball Championships
In an electrifying display of heart and hustle this past Friday, February 21, both the Hostos women’s and men’s teams solidified their status as CUNY champions by capturing the 2025 CUNY Community College Basketball Championship. Read the recap here.
The women’s team will play the semifinals tomorrow and, hopefully, the final on Sunday! See schedule here.
Go Caimans! We’re proud of you!
College Celebrates First Black @ Hostos Town Hall of the Semester
This past Wednesday, President Cocco De Filippis hosted the first event of the Spring 2025 Black @ Hostos Town Hall Series, titled “Affirmative Action and the Current Climate in Higher Education.” Thanks to all who made it possible, including our special guest, Mavis Hall, Chief Diversity Officer Philip Oliveri, and IVP of SDEM Althea Sterling.
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Free Services for the Community
Hostos Offers Free Preventive Dental Hygiene Services to the Public
The Dental Hygiene Patient Care Facility at Hostos Community College is a teaching unit that provides high-quality dental care, primarily cleanings and dental x-rays, to the community, while adhering to the most current sterilization techniques. Several appointments will be needed and each may last three hours at a time.
For more information and scheduling, call 718-319-7943.
The appointment schedule is as follows:
Mondays: 9 AM - 1 PM and 2 - 6 PM
Wednesdays: 8 AM - 12 PM and 2:30 - 6:30 PM
Fridays: 9 AM - 1 PM and 2 - 6 PM
Location: Hostos Dental Hygiene Patient Care Facility
500 Grand Concourse, Bronx NY 10451
B-Building
Note: The clinic does not provide restorative dental work such as fillings, implants, etc.
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Title: TONIGHT! Bachatarengue Dominicano
Date | Time: Friday, February 28 | 7:30 PM
Location: Hostos Repertory Theater
Description: Hostos Center is thrilled to present an evening of Bachata and Merengue to celebrate Dominican Heritage Month. Bachata and Merengue are two of the Dominican Republic’s most beloved musical genres. Artists include Monchy Capricho, Richie Cepeda, Leonardo Paniagua, Eddy Eddy and more! Tickets here.
Title: Women in Philanthropy Career Exploration Panel and Workshop
Date | Time: Tuesday, March 4 | 3 - 5 PM
Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room and Hostos Women’s Center
Description: A panel of nonprofit and philanthropy professionals will discuss how they find purpose, fulfillment, and professional mobility through lesser-seen roles in nonprofit work. Students who are considering a future in nonprofit work are encouraged to attend. Discover careers you might not know about and gain valuable insight from professionals in the field about the skills and proficiencies you’ll need to succeed.
Title: First Year Seminar Liberal Arts Alumni Panel
Date | Time: Thursday, March 13 | 10:30 AM
Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room
Description: A panel of Hostos alumni will discuss the opportunities they found through their liberal arts degrees. More details soon.
Title: CALL FOR PRESENTERS: Bronx EdTech Showcase
Date | Time: Sunday, March 16 (deadline to submit presentation proposals)
Location: Lehman College
Description: Join Hostos EdTech at Lehman College for the 2025 Showcase, “Human-AI Synergy: Shaping Education to Promote Digital Equity and Inclusion.” At this time, the organizers are looking for presenters. Learn more about the opportunity and submit your application here.
Title: Black @ Hostos: Sustaining Black and Latino Studies at CUNY in a Climate of Banned Books and Censorship with Dr. Brenda M. Greene
Date | Time: Tuesday, March 18 | 2 - 3 PM
Location: Hostos Research Center
Description: President Cocco De Filippis will welcome Dr. Brenda Greene, Founder and Executive Director of the Center for Black Literature at Medgar Evers College, who will address the urgent threat of book bans and censorship—and discuss how sustaining Black and Latino studies at CUNY is more critical than ever to preserve our voices, stories, and collective truths.
Title: College-Wide Senate Meeting – March 2025
Date | Time: Thursday, March 20 | 3:30 PM
Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room
Title: Transgender Day of Visibility
Date | Time: Monday, March 31 | TBD
Location: A-Atrium
Title: From Hostos to the Bench: Honoring Judge Sarjo Barrow’s Journey
Date | Time: Thursday, April 3 | 11 AM - 1 PM
Location: Hostos Art Gallery
Description: Originally from Gambia, Immigration Judge Sarjo Barrow began his higher education in the U.S. at Hostos Community College. He was appointed in 2024 as an immigration judge by the United States Department of Justice. The Honorable Sarjo Barrow will discuss his journey to this distinguished position.
Title: Book Presentation by Hostos Professor Emeritus Orlando Hernández
Date | Time: Tuesday, April 22 | 3:30 PM
Location: Hostos Research Center
Description: President Cocco De Filippis invites you to this book presentation to commemorate the teachings of our namesake Don Eugenio María de Hostos on the day of our College’s foundation. Books will be raffled and a Q&A will follow after Professor Hernández’s lecture.
Title: Black @ Hostos: Beyond Borders: Future of Immigration in America
Date | Time: Wednesday, April 23 | 2 - 3 PM
Location: C-391
Title: College-Wide Senate Meeting – April 2025
Date | Time: Thursday, April 24 | 3:30 PM
Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room
Title: Collaborative Online International Teaching (COIL) Symposium
Date | Time: Friday, April 25 | 10 AM - 1 PM
Location: Hostos Research Center
Description: You are invited to “Educating for the Future: Career Competencies for Today's World, the Role of AI in A Changing Workforce, and COIL.” This symposium will focus on preparing our students for a workforce impacted by AI, and how, in this environment, COIL (Online Collaborative International Learning) can give our students the skills to succeed. To register, please go here. Registration will be capped at 200 participants.
Title: 2nd Hostos Community College First-Time Homebuyers Conference
Date | Time: Saturday, April 26 | 10 AM - 4 PM
Location: Hostos Cafe
Description: The State of New York Mortgage Agency is coming back to Hostos for another First-time Homebuyers Conference! Come for an informative day packed with resources to help you determine if home-buying is right for you. This event is open to Hostos faculty, staff, students, alumni, and the community.
Title: 3rd Annual Student Symposium | APPLICATIONS DUE IN MARCH!
Date | Time: Monday, April 28 | 9 AM - 5 PM
Location: Various
Description: The Office of Academic Affairs invites you to the third iteration of our student symposium. Applications to present are open until Monday, March 3. You can present a project, paper, performance, or poster from Fall 2024 or Spring 2025. Ask questions to afabrizio@hostos.cuny.edu.
Title: 2025 Annual Scholarship Benefit Gala
Date | Time: Thursday, May 1 | 6 PM
Location: Glen Island Harbour Club
Description: Join the Hostos Community College Foundation for this year's Annual Scholarship Benefit Gala at Glen Island Harbor Club on Thursday, May 1, 2025. More details coming soon.
Title: College-Wide Senate Meeting – May 2025
Date | Time: Thursday, May 15 | 3:30 PM
Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room
Title: 2025 Honors Convocation
Date | Time: Wednesday, May 21 | 6 - 9 PM
Location: Main Theater
Description: Join President Cocco De Filippis and the Office of Academic Affairs as our 2025 graduates receive their well-deserved academic honors and scholarships.
Title: 2025 Commencement Ceremonies
Date | Time: FIRST CEREMONY on Tuesday, May 27 at 2 PM |
SECOND CEREMONY on Wednesday, May 28 at 11 AM
Location: Main Theater
Description: Let’s celebrate this cherished moment in community with our graduates. More details about acquiring cap and gown, and tickets coming soon.
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