Friday, March 10, 2023 | Vol. 6, No. 8

MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT DAISY COCCO DE FILIPPIS

My Dear Colleagues and Students,

As I reflect on our work this academic year, I rejoice in the progress made by about 80 colleagues serving in working groups that are drafting our 2023–2028 Strategic Plan. We are coming close to the completion of the first draft. Working groups’ co-chairs have brought their recommendations for discussion to the Steering Committee. This document encapsulates so much of what we are at Hostos as an academic community of purpose, caring for our students and each other, and the communities we serve. I take the liberty to share one of the Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) principles as defined by working group 2:

“Justice is the act of dismantling barriers to resources and equal opportunities in society so that all individuals and communities can lead a full and dignified life. At educational institutions, this means eliminating structural barriers to students, faculty, and staff development. Eugenio María de Hostos said, 'if you want to know what justice is, let injustice pursue you.' At Hostos, we challenge ourselves to question our institutional practices and systemic structures that inhibit full access to justice for all. We fight to ensure those most pursued by injustice have a fair opportunity to achieve success in higher education and beyond.

We take this definition to heart at Hostos in all that we do: ensuring that our programs and curricula allow for our students to transfer; practicing teaching and learning methodologies that encourage retention and completion; celebrating and integrating into our courses and advisement practices and service an understanding that all are to be respected by the way we facilitate removal of barriers, and a just opportunity to advance.”

Thank you for all you do. I look forward to seeing you at the town hall discussions of the Strategic Plan draft taking place in person and virtually during the last week of March.

Mil gracias y bendiciones, 

Daisy Cocco De Filippis, Ph.D.



POEM

MESSAGE FROM OUTGOING STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT LEAGHTON N. OZORIA

May all your classes be what you wanted.

May your every grade be a reflection of the work that you have put in.

May every thought about school represent the Hostos way.

To people in English courses: May your poems be full of metaphors that go into the clouds and similes become smiles. 

To Math students: May your equations always make sense. 

To those in Co-Op 2: May your internship take you closer to every dream you want to fulfill.

To folks in Accounting: May your adding and subtracting end in positive cash flow. 

To the nurses and dental hygienists: May this be your reminder to have a great breakfast and smile.

I hope week 1 prepared you for the school world. 

I hope week 2 and 3 were great with the many activities happening on campus.

I hope week 4 kept you straight.

I hope week 5 made you walk firmly.

I hope week 6 moved you to study with new friends. 

I hope in week 7 you had lunch at the cafeteria with the Presidenta. 

And finally, if you are reading this, I hope you realize it is already week 8.

Good luck to all,

Leaghton Nick Ozoria



CAIMAN CLUES

Weekly Tips & Reminders to Navigate Life at Hostos

Hello Students,

Remember Hostos is always here to help you succeed. It’s not too early to start planning for the summer with the HOPE Program or a summer internship. Also, the Student Symposium will give you a chance to show off what you’ve learned in your field at the College, so check out the link below to sign up. Let’s celebrate all your hard work! 

HOPE Program: Are you looking to take classes during the summer and seeking a high-quality academic summer program for your child or children? This program provides an on-campus college experience with wraparound support. Check out our program requirements, click “Apply Now!” and complete your application today. The priority deadline was March 1, but you’re on time for the final one on March 15. 

Paid Summer Internships: Internships are not just a way to earn some money or credits but a crucial step to launch your career and achieve your goals. Consider applying for a paid internship. Please visit Career Services if you need assistance preparing a resume or completing an application. Visit the HIRECAIMANS career link powered by Symplicity!  

Added Tutoring Hours: The HALC has added Friday hours, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., to help you with midterms. Request an appointment by clicking here.  

The Inaugural Hostos Student Symposium: The Office of Academic Affairs, with the support of Ms. MacKenzie Scott’s Gift: President’s Initiatives, will host the Hostos Student Symposium on Tuesday, April 18th. Students are encouraged to submit applications. Deadline: March 15th. Please click here to apply. 



MS. MACKENZIE SCOTT’S GIFT: PRESIDENT’S INITIATIVES

Submitted by Sofia Oviedo, Ph.D., Research Programs Director

Important Announcements

Dear Students and Colleagues,

I hope that your semester is progressing well as we start the month of March with spring only a few weeks away. I am delighted to share that Hostos is initiating a Campus Climate Initiative with the support of a CUNY Transformation grant, which is designed to foster the continued development of a supportive and inclusive campus that promotes a greater sense of belonging for all Hostos community members. The Office of the President, in collaboration with the Office of Compliance and Diversity, will be holding a number of events and learning opportunities this semester that I encourage you to attend for your enrichment and to support the continued growth of our collaborative learning community.

Our first event is the Hostos Interfaith Symposium and Luncheon, a special event that aims to bring the Hostos community together to share and learn about the different forms of faith/spiritual expression in our community and how faith/spirituality can help to support us in times of difficulty. The event will present local faith leaders that will discuss how we can all come together to build a stronger community that supports and honors diverse forms of faith/spiritual expression. All students, faculty, and staff are invited to join this important dialogue and opportunity for learning and growing together. Lunch will be provided.

Date: March 14, 2023, from 12 – 2 PM

Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room

Additional events are being planned, and a full calendar of activities will be shared with the college community to engage everyone’s participation in this important endeavor.

On the other hand, there is still time to submit student nominations for the Ms. MacKenzie Scott’s Gift: President’s Student Recognition Events. All faculty and staff are encouraged to nominate students that have overcome major challenges and nevertheless continued to maintain good academic standing.

1) President’s Recognition Tea in Honor of Women’s History Month - March 21

Nominations must be received by March 9

2) President’s Recognition Barbeque in Honor of Student Resiliency - April 4

Nominations must be received by March 17

Nominations are welcome for all students for each event, regardless of gender. Nominees must be enrolled as students for the Spring 2023 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 a special recognition from President Cocco De Filippis. Each selected student will receive a certificate, book, and a $500 stipend.

For faculty and staff, this is a wonderful opportunity to nominate a student you know has made major 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 is propelling them to greater heights in their academic journey.

To nominate a student, please complete the form here.

Recurring Announcement

The Families United in Education Program (FUiE) is inviting all family members that are currently enrolled at Hostos to join our spring semester cohort. FUiE is designed to support and encourage family members, including siblings, cousins, spouses/legal partners, and parent/adult child, who are enrolled in degree programs to make satisfactory progress toward degree completion. The program offers monthly mentoring, educational workshops, access to social support, and cultural engagement experiences. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this program, please contact Ms. Christeen Francis, in the Health and Wellness Office, at chfrancis@hostos.cuny.edu.

Deadline to apply for spring enrollment in Families United in Education is March 31, 2023.

For more information about the Ms. MacKenzie Scott’s Gift: President’s Initiatives, please email or call Sofia Oviedo at soviedo@hostos.cuny.edu | Tel: 718-518-4309



POLICY OF THE WEEK

Highlighting CUNY Policies You Should Know

Submitted by Executive Counsel and Labor Designee Eugene Sohn, Esq.

CUNY Computer Use Policy

CUNY’s computer resources are dedicated to the support of the University’s mission of education, research and public service. In furtherance of this mission, CUNY respects, upholds and endeavors to safeguard the principles of academic freedom, freedom of expression and freedom of inquiry.

Read more about this policy here. 



OFFICE OF GOVERNMENTAL AND EXTERNAL AFFAIRS

Submitted by Director Eric Radezky, Ph.D.

Important Announcements

Updates from the Mayor’s Community Affairs Unit

If you earn $80,000 or less, file your taxes for free with NYC Free Tax Prep

• IRS certified VITA/TCE volunteer preparers
• In-person or online options
• No fees so you get more money from credits like the NYC Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).

To start, visit the NYC Free Tax Prep website.

Alternate Side Parking

It's not too late to download the 2023 ASP Calendar! Download a printable version or learn how you can import it into your Google Calendar or Microsoft Outlook.

CUNY to Waive Application Fee for High School Seniors at New York City Public Schools

The City University of New York announced recently that it is waiving the $65 application fee for New York City public high school seniors who apply between March 1 and April 15 to attend a CUNY college in Fall 2023. 

Read all about it here. 



NEWS FROM THE DIVISIONS

OFFICE OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS (OAA)

Submitted by Provost and VP Shiang-Kwei Wang, Ph.D.

EVC Wendy Hensel to Visit Hostos and Participate in an Open Town Hall

As part of a 25-campus CUNY Listening Tour, Executive Vice Chancellor Wendy Hensel, CUNY Provost of Academic Affairs, will visit Hostos on Monday, March 13. While at Hostos, EVC Hensel will meet with the President, Provost, Vice Presidents, extended cabinet members, department chairs, Senate leaders, and faculty, as well as participate in an open Town Hall meeting and a campus tour.

All campus members are welcome to participate in the open Town Hall, which is scheduled in person between 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room. Questions are being accepted in advance. Mark your calendars and let us know if you can be there by completing this RSVP. We look forward to your participation!

Call for Volunteers to be Marshals at 2023 Commencement

Commencement 2023 is coming soon! All faculty and staff are invited to volunteer as Commencement Marshals. There are two types:

Platform Marshals

These individuals will be responsible for assisting the platform party onto the stage and into their correct seats, assisting the students on and off the stage when receiving their diplomas, and assisting the platform party off the stage at the end of the ceremony. These individuals will be stationed by the stage prior to the start of the procession and will not be part of the academic procession. However, they will be seated on the stage during the ceremony. Expect to stand for the entirety of the conferral of degrees in this role (approximately 60 minutes). 

College Marshals

These individuals will be responsible for assisting the graduates during the ceremony. They will work with the Stage Manager to distribute name cards, assist the students in robing, line up the graduates according to degree and seating, lead the students to and from the stage when they are awarded their diplomas, and lead the graduates out at the end of the ceremony. Expect to march throughout the processional with the graduates and for short portions of the ceremony (approximately 30 minutes).

Serving as a Marshall is a wonderful way to celebrate the achievements of our graduates. All volunteers must wear regalia during the ceremony. More information is available on this website and you can write to provost@hostos.cuny.edu for more information.

Other Announcements

Succeed@Hostos Mid-Term Alert

The Succeed@Hostos mid-term alert will open from March 21 - April 4, giving faculty an opportunity to share feedback on student challenges and successes with advisors. Questions can be directed to provost@hostos.cuny.edu.

Student Symposium Call for Proposals Open through April 18, 2023

The call for proposalsfor sharing student work at the Student Symposium, sponsored by a Ms. MacKenzie Scott grant, is open and accepting submissions until Tuesday, April 18. More information on this website.

New Publication

The OAA extends hearty congratulations to doctors Silvia Reyes, Nelson Nunez-Rodríguez, and Ms. Sarah Brennan for the recent publication of a chapter included in an edited book, “Cultivating Capstones: Designing High-Quality Culminating Experiences for Student Learning,” published by Stylus Publishing, LLC. The chapter, “The Development of Capstone Assignments Using a Faculty Community of Practice Model,” reflects on the administrative process of implementing and sustaining a semester-long faculty development seminar and its impact on teaching and institutional culture. The authors received support from a Ms. Mackenzie Scott ADELANTE Research Grant for the project, “Purpose and Sustainability: Lessons Learned from the Interrogation of Title V Program Legacy at Hostos beyond the Funding Period.” The authors conducted interviews with capstone seminar faculty and faculty development administrators to better understand the sustained impact of the seminar and presented the findings at the 2022 Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) Assessment Institute.



STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT (SDEM)

Submitted by VP La Toro Yates, Ph.D.

Student Leadership Academy (SLA)

In February, Jason Libfeld, coordinator of the Student Leadership Academy (SLA), joined members Yassine Gaye and José González on their visit to the United States Air Force Academy campus in Colorado Springs for the 30th Annual National Character and Leadership Symposium. 

Yassine and José were guests of the Academy, stayed on the base with cadet hosts, and had a full Air Force Academy experience. As part of the two-day conference, they participated in leadership and teamwork seminars and briefings. This experience equipped our students with important knowledge about how leaders are expected to effectively execute a mission while creating an environment of inclusion, emotional intelligence, and clear communication. Speakers included military and business leaders, astronauts, Medal of Honor winners, political commentators, authors, and staff of the Center of Character and Leadership Development of the Air Force Academy.

The Hostos students stated that interacting with so many people from across the nation gave them tools to tackle the challenges they face day to day in their leadership roles as executives in the SGA and as ambassadors in the SLA community. 

Financial Aid

The Hostos Financial Aid Office has finalized its Spring 2023 Counselor Caseload, which consists of 1,936 enrolled, degree-seeking students. That number represents $2.5 million that will be disbursed in accordance with Financial Aid guidelines to enable students to graduate or be retained for the 2023 Summer and Fall terms.

Federal Updates

Student Debt Relief

Recently, the Biden-Harris Administration made a powerful case for student debt relief in front of the U.S. Supreme Court. While we await the final decision, the pause on student loan payments remains in effect. Payments will resume 60 days after the Supreme Court announces its decision. If the litigation is not resolved by June 30, payments will resume 60 days after that.

Accessibility Resource Center (ARC)

ARC accompanied a group of students on Thursday, March 2, to a CUNY Career & Resource Exploration Fair. Students had the opportunity to meet and network with city employers and explore potential career opportunities.

Hostos CUNY Coalition for Students with Disabilities (CCSD) 

The proposal “Universal Design and Inclusion through the Arts” was accepted and will be presented on April 14 at the CUNY’s Neurodiversity Conference by CCSD@Hostos and members of the Universal Design Learning and Leadership (UDL²) initiative. They will share an overview of their journey supporting CUNY students with disabilities through the arts, and prove that the student-created opportunities have provided a consistently safe environment free of criticism, where the neurodivergent community can grow in various ways by means of artistic expression.

Office of Transfer Services

Have questions about transferring to a four-year school? Need help with your applications? Stop by our office or at one of our events below.

Transfer Talks

Join us and get help with your CUNY Transfer Applications

• Every Tuesday in C-512, from 12 - 1 PM

Walk-In Wednesdays

Come in and meet with a member of the Transfer Services Staff and get answers to your questions

• Every Wednesday in D-101-A, from 9 AM - 5 PM 

Thursday Transfer Tabling

Come and ask your Transfer questions

• Every Thursday in the A-Atrium, from 11:30 AM - 1 PM

Additional Events

Mark your calendars for the following events (some locations, times, and links pending):

• March 14: HBCU Transfer Summit, 1 - 3 p.m. All interested in participating, please register here. 
• March 16: SUNY Farmingdale Admissions Counselors in the A-Atrium, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• March 21: Understanding Pathways: What is the difference between AA, AS, and AAS degrees in the transfer process. Details coming soon. 
• March 23: Fordham University in the A-Atrium from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• March 28: Fill Out your CUNY Application. Just so you know, although the priority deadline was February 1, IT IS NOT TOO LATE TO COMPLETE IT!
• March 30: Meet a CUNY 4-Year Admissions Counselor! We will host a CUNY Transfer Fair in the A-Atrium from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. The following schools have been confirmed: City College, John Jay, Baruch, Hunter, CSI, York, School of Professional Studies, Lehman, Queens College, and Brooklyn College!



POEMS TO INSPIRE OUR COMMUNITY

Submitted by VP La Toro Yates, Ph.D.

“Freedom”

By Langston Hughes

Freedom will not come

Today, this year

            Nor ever

Through compromise and fear.

I have as much right

As the other fellow has

            To stand

On my two feet

And own the land.

I tire so of hearing people say,

Let things take their course.

Tomorrow is another day.

I do not need my freedom when I’m dead.

I cannot live on tomorrow’s bread.

            Freedom

            Is a strong seed

            Planted

            In a great need.

            I live here, too.

            I want my freedom

            Just as you.  ​



ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE (ADM)

Submitted by SVP Esther Rodríguez-Chardavoyne

2023 Fiscal Year Deadline for Requisition Submissions

As we prepare to end the 2023 Fiscal Year (FY) on June 30, 2023, kindly take note of the following important date: 

The last day to submit fully-approved and valid budget-checked Purchase Requisitions in CUNYfirst is Friday, March 31, at 5 p.m. 

Requisitions entered into the CUNYfirst eProcurement system after this date are subject to rejection.

This deadline does not affect any purchases intended to be paid from Research Foundation, Hostos Community College Foundation Funding, and CUNYBuy Marketplace (Complete Books, Edge Electronics, Proftech) requisitions.

Note: Equipment, furniture, or other items that cannot be delivered or rendered by June 30 will be processed in FY 2024. Please check and confirm with your suppliers that all goods and services will be delivered by June 30 before submitting your requisition in the system.

Timely submission of all requisitions will ensure purchases are charged to the appropriate budget categories and the college receives all goods/services that require a lead time of approximately six to eight weeks prior to June 30. Goods/services received by the college after June 30 cannot be charged to the FY 2022–2023 budget, as per the City of New York and CUNY’s procurement regulations.

Additionally, once goods/services are received, it’s imperative that departments submit their Receiving Reports in a timely manner to facilitate payments to vendors. All invoices received must be forwarded to the Accounts Payable Office immediately for processing.

This is to ensure the Office of Procurement can begin year-end closing, the process of completing the financial activity for the fiscal year ending June 30, as mandated by the City of New York and CUNY. It is imperative all college departments adhere to this deadline so the Office of Procurement can complete the fiscal year year-end process effectively and efficiently.

If you have any questions, please contact the following individuals:

Procurement: Devon Hariprashad at ext 7965 or email dhariprashad@hostos.cuny.edu

Budget: Fanny Dumancela at ext 4434 or email fdumancela@hostos.cuny.edu 

Accounts Payable: Bernard Sanders at ext 6670 or email bsanders@hostos.cuny.edu 



Thank you for your kind cooperation and attention to this important due date.



CONTINUING EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT (CEWD)

Submitted by VP Evelyn Fernández-Ketcham, Ph.D., LCSW

New CEWD Student Newsletter

The Division of Continuing Education and Workforce Development (CEWD) has developed its first newsletter for CEWD students. In the first volume of the newsletter, we highlight various initiatives that allow us to provide occupational training opportunities at no cost to our students, as well as CEWD’s efforts to help alumni enroll in Hostos degree programs, student feedback from our Summer 2022 CEWD student survey, and share a CEWD student success story. The newsletter was distributed electronically to 827 CEWD students, who opted-in to receive email communications. 

To read the newsletter, please go here.

Recurring Announcements

CEWD’s Spring 2023 Catalog is Available Online

CEWD’s Spring 2023 catalog is available online here.

Virtual Information Sessions

To learn more about CEWD’s Spring 2023 program offerings, please attend one of the following upcoming Virtual Information Sessions:

• Saturday, March 18 at 11 AM
• Wednesday, March 22 at 6 PM
• Wednesday, April 5 at 6 PM
• Saturday, April 15 at 11 AM
• Wednesday, April 19 at 6 PM

To register for a Virtual Information Session go here.



INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT (DIA)

Submitted by VP Colette Atkins

Save the Date for the 55th Anniversary Gala

The Hostos Community College Foundation will host the College’s 55th Anniversary Gala on Wednesday, April 26 at the Surf Club on the Sound in New Rochelle. We hope that you are able to join us for this celebration of Hostos. Faculty, staff, and alumni may purchase discounted tickets for $250. Contact Vice President Colette Atkins or Development Officer Idelsa Méndez if you have any questions.

For further details or to secure tickets and sponsorships, please visit the website: www.HostosBenefit.com.

The Alumni Fund for Student Transfer Scholarships

The Office of Alumni Relations is pleased to announce the Hostos Alumni Fund for Student Transfer Scholarships. The intended fund gives alumni a way to honor the impact of their Hostos degree by providing empowering support to current students who want to further their academic careers at a four-year institution. If you’re an alum, consider making a gift toward the Hostos Alumni Fund for Student Transfer Scholarships using this link.



BRAVO NEWS

Celebrating the Accomplishments of the Hostos Community

Hostos Alumna Spotlight: Johana I. Bajana

We want to congratulate our alumna Johana I. Bajana who is currently pursuing an MBA at Baruch College, which hosts one of the most prestigious business schools in the nation. Johana started her journey at Hostos as a participant in CEWD’s no-cost programs and the CUNY Language Immersion Program (CLIP). After a difficult start to her journey, she finally started her degree in 2018, graduated with honors, and won the Scholastic Achievement and Academic Excellence awards for an outstanding GPA of 3.90. Both she and her 2-year-old son, John, were part of the Hostos family, as he was a student at the Children’s Center since her arrival at CEWD. Johana plans to finish her MBA soon and to pursue a Ph.D. in Leadership starting in 2025. 

Congratulations on everything, Johana! You are proof of our commitment to fostering brighter futures!

Stay tuned for a longer story that will be published on our website.



HOSTOS FOR EVERYONE

Free Services for the Community

Hostos Offers Free Preventive Dental Hygiene Services to the Public

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 

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.



Note: The clinic does not provide restorative dental work such as fillings, implants, etc.



EVENTS

Title: Tek Weh Yuhself

Dates | Times: Friday, March 10 | 7 PM AND

Saturday, March 11 | 7 PM

Location: Main Theater

Description: This is the world premiere of a romantic comedy written by Devon Morgan and produced by Having Purpose Entertainment. This performance is made possible by the Family Empowerment Program, Family Empowerment Club, the Hostos Office of Alumni Relations, and a grant from Ms. MacKenzie Scott’s Gift: President’s Initiatives. Get tickets here. Discounted price options are available for students and alumni. 

Title: WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH | Stories from Women’s and Gender

Studies: An In-person Student Panel

Date | Time: Thursday, March 16th | 2 - 3:15 PM

Location: B-501

Description: Students from a Fall 2022 section of Introduction to Women’s and Gender Studies (WGS 100) will reflect on topics related to women’s and gender studies that relate to themes discussed in the course along with their lived experience. Moderated by Prof. Elizabeth Porter.

Title: Hamlet in Harlem

Date | Time: Thursday, March 16 | 2 PM (FREE PERFORMANCE) | Thursday,

March 16 | 7:00 PM

Location: Repertory Theater

Description: In this "politically incorrect” comedy about murder, mystery, offensive stereotypes, and cultural appropriations, a well-meaning but ill-informed director wants to make an all-Latino version of Hamlet that takes place in “El Barrio” (Spanish Harlem). The only problem is that the young director doesn’t know much about Latinos, doesn’t know much about Harlem, and doesn’t know much about Hamlet either! A clever, witty, hilarious, and even profound comedy written and directed by Alberto Ferreras. Reserve free tickets for the 2:00 p.m. performance here, and regular-price tickets to the 7:00 p.m. performance at the Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture (HCAC) box office here.

Title: WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH | Afro-Latina Women in Letters and Music

Date | Time: Tuesday, March 21 | 3:30 - 4:45 PM

Location: TBD

Description: This event features poetry readings alongside musical and dance performances by the all-women ensemble Retumba. Q&A to follow for all. Organized by Prof. Inmaculada Lara-Bonilla and members of the Latin American Writers Institute (LAWI).

Title: WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH | Storytelling through Documentary

Filmmaking: A Conversation with Tia Lessin

Date | Time: Wednesday, March 22 | 3:30 - 5 PM

Location: TBD

Description: This event will feature Academy Award-nominated documentary filmmaker Tia Lessin. In addition to featuring clips from her work, she will talk about her vibrant career, which includes working with Michael Moore, setting up her own company, and creating films like Trouble the Water (nominated for an Academy Award), Citizen Koch and her latest film, "The Janes." Moderated by Prof. Charles Rice González.

Title: Liberation Arts Collective – The Mix Vol. 2: Live at the Batey

Date | Time: Friday, March 24 | 7 PM

Location: Repertory Theater

Description: Join Arlene Chico-Lugo and Eric Aviles as they take the stage on March 24 with their newest creation, "The Mix Vol. 2: Live at the Batey.” They'll bring us an intimate and captivating performance filled with live sketches, music, dance, and video, including a hilarious and thought-provoking follow-up to their hit sketch about the imaginary boxing match between the USA and Puerto Rico. Reserve tickets at the HCAC box office here.

Title: Annette A. Aguilar & Stringbeans – Women in Latin Jazz Festival

Date | Time: Saturday, March 25 | 8 PM

Location: Main Theater

Description: Acclaimed percussionist Annette A. Aguilar celebrates the 2023 Women in Latin Jazz Festival with special guest artists Camille Thurman, Ariacne Trujillo, Catarina dos Santos, and Karina Jiménez. Join us to celebrate these powerhouse female musicians who collectively have shaped the sounds of Latin music, jazz, R&B, and rock! Reserve tickets at the HCAC box office here.

Title: WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH | Lucille Clifton (1936–2010) and her Body-Positive Poems: A Student-Led Reading and Discussion

Date | Time: Monday, March 27th | 3:30 - 4:45 PM 

Location: Zoom (link coming soon)

Description: Students will read poems by Lucille Clifton (1936–2010), whose work, informed by her Black identity, is known for celebrating women’s connections with their bodies in all forms, offering deep-reaching affirmations and generous acceptance. An open discussion will follow that responds to the poetry and related stories. Moderated by Prof. Jerilyn Fisher.

Title: Strategic Plan Open Forum for Students

Date | Time: Tuesday, March 28 | 11 AM - 1 PM

Location: C-391

Title: Strategic Plan Open Forum for Faculty/Staff

Date | Time: Tuesday, March 28 | 3 - 5 PM

Location: Savoy Multi-Purpose Room

Title: Virtual Strategic Plan Open Forum for All

Date | Time: Thursday, March 30 | 11 AM - 12:30 PM

Location: Zoom (link coming soon)

Title: WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH | Dorothea Lange and Documentary. Photography: Recreating Women’s Role in Mid-Century America

Date | Time: Friday, March 31 | 11 AM - 12:15 PM

Location: Zoom (link coming soon)

Description: Dr. Carol Quirke, Professor in the American Studies Department at SUNY Old Westbury, will present material from her new book: Dorothea Lange, Documentary Photography, and Twentieth-Century America: Reinventing Self and Nation. Dorothea Lange is one of the most recognized documentary photographers of the twentieth century, and Dr. Quirke’s research shows how Lange’s photographs helped transform the nation. Moderated by Prof. Marcella Bencivenni.

Title: Xiomara Fortuna – The Queen of Afro-Caribbean Fusion

Date | Time: Saturday, April 1 | 8 PM

Location: Main Theater

Description: Xiomara Fortuna is the Dominican Republic’s queen of Afro-Caribbean fusion with over 40 years of visionary artistic work - fusing ancestral Caribbean music with rock, hip-hop, jazz, merengue, bachata, funk, reggae…and so much more! Performing new songs from her 17th and most recent album, “Eta que tú ves,” she will showcase - live on stage with drums, percussion, bass & vocals - the cultural richness of the Dominican Republic and the Caribbean. Reserve tickets at the HCAC box office here.

Title: The History of Latin Music & Latin Jazz, Part XV – Hosted by Joe Conzo, Sr.

Date | Time: Every Saturday through April 22, 11 AM -1 PM

Location: Zoom

Description: Hosted by music historian Joe Conzo, Sr., “The History of Latin Music and Latin Jazz” is a free seminar series that highlights the diverse music pioneers and their impact on the history of Latin music and jazz. Learn about musicians and artists like Graciela, known as the First Lady of Latin Jazz, Celia Cruz, Olga Guillot, Gloria Estefan, Enrique Jorrín, Johnny Rodríquez, Julio Gutiérrez and many

others that helped create and influence the music of this time.

Title: “Black Resistance in the Workplace” featuring Chris Smalls

Date | Time: Tuesday, April 25 | 3:30 PM

Location: TBD

Title: 2023 Hostos Community College Foundation 55th Anniversary Gala

Date | Time: Wednesday, April 26, 2023 | Time: TBD

Location: Surf Club on the Sound in New Rochelle  

Title: “The Racialized Politics of Education in 2023” featuring CUNY Senior Vice Chancellor for Institutional Affairs, Strategic Advancement and Special Counsel Glenda Grace

Date | Time: Monday, May 8 | 11 AM

Location: TBD

ABOUT EL SEMANARIO HOSTOSIANO / THE HOSTOS WEEKLY



El Semanario Hostosiano / The Hostos Weekly is a weekly communication vehicle designed to unite our multiple voices as we share news about members of the Hostos family, provide updates on our work and upcoming events, and disseminate policy that impacts our work.

Published on Fridays at 9 a.m.

For inclusion in The Hostos Weekly, please send your items to:

publicrelations@hostos.cuny.edu at least two weeks ahead of publication.

Please keep submissions to no more than two paragraphs of written content and note,

we are unable to add attachments to our publication.

Find the Spring 2023 Publishing Schedule for El Semanario Hostosiano here.

Past issues of El Semanario Hostosiano / The Hostos Weekly can be found here.

Look for The Hostos Weekly each Friday.