Friday, March 28, 2025 | Vol. 10, No. 9 | | MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT DAISY COCCO DE FILIPPIS | | |
My Dear Colleagues and Students,
As I write these few words, I am reminded of Rumi’s belief that “the only way to do good work is to love what you do.” Timely words, as we anticipate the beginning of April: Poetry Month.
Engagement at Hostos is palpable, as so many embrace our mission and give generously to the Hostos family. I hope you are keeping up with activities, announced in our Semanario and by other means, as we prepare to embrace poetry at our College. In particular, and speaking about loving what you do, look for the presentation of “Poetry and Peace,” an anthology of original work read by faculty, students, staff, and administrators at two Poetry and Peace gatherings these past two years.
Midterms are behind us now. I know that a thoughtful and caring assessment of needs to be completed successfully is taking place. Dear students, don’t hesitate to ask for assistance and avail yourself of all that Hostos has to offer.
Mil gracias y bendiciones,
Daisy Cocco De Filippis, Ph.D.
President
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“La poesía”
By Pablo Neruda
Y fue a esa edad... Llegó la poesía
a buscarme. No sé, no sé de dónde
salió, de invierno o río.
No sé cómo ni cuándo,
no, no eran voces, no eran
palabras, ni silencio,
pero desde una calle me llamaba,
desde las ramas de la noche,
de pronto entre los otros,
entre fuegos violentos
o regresando solo,
allí estaba sin rostro
y me tocaba.
Yo no sabía qué decir, mi boca
no sabía
nombrar,
mis ojos eran ciegos,
y algo golpeaba en mi alma,
fiebre o alas perdidas,
y me fui haciendo solo,
descifrando
aquella quemadura,
y escribí la primera línea vaga,
vaga, sin cuerpo, pura
tontería,
pura sabiduría
del que no sabe nada,
y vi de pronto
el cielo
desgranado
y abierto,
planetas,
plantaciones palpitantes,
la sombra perforada,
acribillada
por flechas, fuego y flores,
la noche arrolladora, el universo.
Y yo, mínimo ser,
ebrio del gran vacío
constelado,
a semejanza, a imagen
del misterio,
me sentí parte pura
del abismo,
rodé con las estrellas,
mi corazón se desató en el viento.
“The Poetry”
By Pablo Neruda
Translated by David Scanlon
And it was at that age ….. came the poem
looking for me. I don’t know, don’t really know where
it was, winter or stream.
No I don’t know how or when,
no, it wasn’t voices, was not
words, not silence,
but from a street she called me
from the branches of the night,
suddenly between the others,
within the violent furnace
I moving on alone,
there was no face
and she touched me.
I did not know what to say, my lips
did not know
a name for her,
my eyes were blind,
as something beat on my soul,
fever and wings missing,
and I left being alone,
deciphering
that one burn,
and I wrote the first vague line,
vague, disembodied, pure
foolishness,
pure wisdom
she knows nothing,
and I saw all of a sudden
heaven
must be rebuilt
and open,
planets,
plantations pulsating,
riddled
with arrows, fires and flowers,
evening overwhelming the universe.
And I, the least being,
intoxicated by the great void
star-laden,
a likeness, an image
of the mystery,
I felt the purest part
of the abyss,
I rolled with the stars,
and my soul was unleashed with the wind.
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| INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS, RESEARCH AND ASSESSMENT (OIERA) | | |
Submitted by AVP of Institutional Effectiveness Babette Audant, Ph.D.
Weakened USDOE, Risk-averse MSCHE and the Impact on Accreditation
On March 11, 2025, the United States Department of Education initiated a “Reduction In Force” (RIF), which combined with the ~600 employees who applied for “voluntary resignation opportunities” and retirement over the previous seven weeks, reduced the USDOE’s workforce from ~4100 to ~2100. According to NPR, the staffing cuts “disproportionately target financial aid, civil rights and education research teams.” A radically diminished staff will inevitably result in less work getting done in an atmosphere where morale has been decimated.
Among the work of the USDOE is (indirectly) the accreditation of higher education institutions throughout the 50 states, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, and Guam; it does not accredit individual institutions. Instead, in close collaboration with the non-governmental Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) that also does not accredit individual institutions, USDOE recognizes “credible” accrediting bodies, including the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), by which Hostos is accredited. Accrediting entities use peer review to ensure standards are met, ensuring the quality of degrees conferred by higher education institutions and ensuring institutions’ sustained eligibility to receive federal financial aid in the form of Pell grants. The concern, voiced at the CUNY MSCHE Council meeting on March 14, 2025, is that, absent a functioning USDOE, or –– if the federal administration manifests its promise to dismantle USDOE entirely –– our accreditation is at stake and with it both our ability to confer degrees and receive Pell grants/federal financial aid. For now, we are watchful because, while Pell grants are a statutory law, the collaboration with CHEA and –– less directly –– the individual accrediting bodies, including MSCHE, is not.
Finally, for now, MSCHE has issued directions to peer review teams that conduct site visits in addition to reading the self-study reports required of institutions seeking reaccreditation. These directions suggest the anticipatory compliance we have been cautioned against: in 2023, MSCHE, with support of its member institutions, integrated Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) across the seven standards to which institutions are held accountable. Although the Fourteenth Edition of the standards has not been revised, peer review teams are instructed not to penalize colleges and universities for not addressing DEI across the standards, including not disaggregating data in ways that could inform inclusion programs, practices, initiatives, et al. that address and advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
OIERA will continue disaggregating data, which is nothing less than sound research methods, to make sense of larger data sets and find the scales at which analyses are significant and actionable. To do any less is an abdication of our responsibility to the College and to the students we serve. It is a refusal of anticipatory compliance, and it reflects an expectation that –– in time –– this too shall pass.
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Highlighting CUNY Policies You Should Know
Submitted by Executive Counsel and Labor Designee Eugene Sohn, Esq.
CUNY Conflict of Interest Policy
It is the policy of the University that all of its activities shall be conducted in accordance with the highest standards of integrity and ethics and in a manner that will not reflect or appear to reflect adversely on the credibility, objectivity, or fairness of the University, its leadership, faculty or staff. Read more here.
| | OFFICE OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS | | |
Submitted by Director Eric Radezky, Ph.D.
NYC DOT Final Round of Harlem Greenway Workshops
NYC DOT will host the third and final round of Harlem River Greenway engagement as the city develops an implementation plan for the seven-mile cycling and walking route and new open space from Van Cortlandt Park to Randall’s Island Park. The workshops will begin with a brief presentation where DOT will unveil the full proposed route as well as a series of projects for the greenway. This will be followed by an open house where participants can discuss greenway projects with NYC DOT planners.
Workshop Dates
New Yorkers will have two opportunities to attend greenway open houses in-person, with one virtual option. Participants can register to attend online.
- Tuesday, April 1: 6-8 p.m., the Bronx Brewery, 856 E 136th St, Bronx, NY 10454
- Monday, April 7: 6-8 p.m., on Zoom
For more details, visit the project page here.
| | OFFICE OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS | | |
Submitted by Dean Ana I. García Reyes
Women’s History Month Celebrations
The Office of Community Relations wishes to thank the New York Women’s Chamber of Commerce for hosting an excellent 2025 Women’s Leadership Breakfast. This year, the focus was on learning about Chilean professional women. We were honored by the presence of such fantastic women leaders, and that of Hostos' steadfast supporters, CUNY Trustee Mayra Linares-García and Mr. Benny Lorenzo.
During this month, we have been grateful for being part of meaningful conversations at different events, including the discussion of the maternal health crisis in the city, a cause of great concern to NYC Council Speaker Adrienne E. Adams. Big thanks are also due to the 6th Annual CUNY Career Compass for Women Leaders Virtual Conference organizers, who created a space for women to connect, lead, and grow.
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.
| | OFFICE OF COMPLIANCE AND DIVERSITY | | |
Submitted by Chief Diversity Officer, Title IX Coordinator, and 504/ADA Coordinator Philip Oliveri, Esq.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Dear Hostos Community,
In the month of April, we acknowledge the importance of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (“SAAM”). This month serves as a reminder of our collective responsibility to promote safety, respect, and support for survivors within our community. Sexual assault remains a pervasive issue affecting individuals of all genders, backgrounds, and identities. It is incumbent upon each of us to stand in solidarity against such violence and work toward creating a culture of consent, respect, and accountability. On April 1, in the Atrium, we will be hosting Enough is Enough Coordinator Leah Stone, from the Bronx District Attorney’s Office Crime Victims Assistance Bureau, who will be disseminating critically important information related to New York State Education Law Articles 129-A & B, affirmative consent, and healthy relationships. We encourage members of our campus community to stop by the Atrium on April 1, between the hours of 11 A.M. to 2 P.M., to visit the Bronx D.A.’s table and speak with Leah Stone.
In recognition of this issue, Hostos Community College celebrates Denim Day events, specifically April 30, 2025, as Denim Day. Wear your favorite denim on April 30, 2025, in honor and support of victims of sexual assault and other forms of gender-based violence. Make sure to tag any pictures on social media using the hashtag #CUNYDenimDay. If anyone has old denim they no longer wear, consider cutting it into pieces and attaching safety pins to it. This can be a denim ribbon for people who cannot wear denim on Denim Day. Together, we can make a difference and contribute to building a future free from sexual violence. Thank you for your commitment to creating a campus culture that values respect, equity, and safety for all.
Best,
Philip
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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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Submitted by IVP Althea Sterling, Ed.D.
Athletics
Get ready for some friendly competition this spring! Our Intramural Sports programs are kicking off on Tuesday, April 1, with two exciting options: Co-ed Basketball and Co-ed Volleyball.
To sign up, contact Marquee Poole, Athletics Program Coordinator, at mpoole@hostos.cuny.edu.
Stay active and involved with Hostos Athletics—sign up today!
Children’s Center
The Hostos Children's Center is hosting a Kindergarten Fair, where parents can meet NYC Public and Charter School representatives. If your child was born in 2020 and lives in New York City, they are eligible for kindergarten in Fall 2025.
Date: Wednesday, April 2
Time: 9 - 11 AM
Location: A-109 (Parent-Teacher Room)
For more information, contact Catherine Garcia-Bou by email at cgarcia-bou@hostos.cuny.edu or call 718-518-4176.
Transfer Services
Upcoming Campus Tours
Get ready to explore your transfer options with our upcoming campus tours! Whether you’re considering CUNY, SUNY, or private institutions, this is your chance to learn more about campuses and what each has to offer.
Upcoming Tours: We will meet in front of the A Building at 9 a.m. for each in-person tour.
- FIT: Monday, April 7 | 10 AM
- John Jay: Thursday, April 24 | 10 AM
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City Tech: Thursday, May 1 | 11:30 AM | Virtual: Join the Zoom Tour
Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to learn more about your transfer options! For more information, contact Transfer Services at 718-518-4457. We hope to see you there!
Looking to transfer to a 4-year school? Have questions?
Schedule a one-on-one appointment by filling out our intake form here.
Student Activities
Graduation Picture Ready: Don't forget to schedule your graduation photo session!
To schedule, visit Thornton Studio, select “Schedule Appt,” enter school code 08611, and choose your preferred date and time.
For graduation updates, complete this form or visit the Commencement website here.
POEMS TO INSPIRE THE COMMUNITY
“On the Pulse of Morning”
By Maya Angelou
A Rock, A River, A Tree
Hosts to species long since departed,
Marked the mastodon,
The dinosaur, who left dried tokens
Of their sojourn here
On our planet floor,
Any broad alarm of their hastening doom
Is lost in the gloom of dust and ages.
But today, the Rock cries out to us, clearly, forcefully,
Come, you may stand upon my
Back and face your distant destiny,
But seek no haven in my shadow,
I will give you no hiding place down here.
You, created only a little lower than
The angels, have crouched too long in
The bruising darkness
Have lain too long
Facedown in ignorance,
Your mouths spilling words
Armed for slaughter.
The Rock cries out to us today,
You may stand upon me,
But do not hide your face
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| ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE (ADM) | | |
Submitted by SVP Esther Rodríguez-Chardavoyne
FY 2025 Non-Marketplace Purchase Requisitions Deadline
As we prepare to end the 2025 Fiscal Year on June 30, 2025, kindly take note of the following important date. The last day to submit fully-approved and valid budget-checked Non-Marketplace Purchase Requisitions in CUNYBuy is Friday, April 11, at 5 p.m. Requisitions entered into the CUNYBuy 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, NYSID & NYSPSP) requisitions.
NOTE: Equipment, furniture, or other items that cannot be delivered or rendered by June 30 will be processed in FY 2026. 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 before June 30, 2025. Goods/services received by the College after June 30 cannot be charged to the FY 2024-2025 budget, as per the City of New York and CUNY’s procurement regulations. Additionally, once goods/services are received, departments must 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. All college departments must adhere to this deadline so the Office of Procurement can complete the FY year-end process effectively and efficiently.
If you have any questions, please contact the following individuals:
Procurement:
Margo Jerimie at x 7967 or e-mail mjerimie@hostos.cuny.edu
Budget:
Fanny Dumancela at x 4434 or email fdumancela@hostos.cuny.edu
Accounts Payable:
Bernard Sanders at x 6670 or email bsanders@hostos.cuny.edu
Thank you for your kind cooperation and attention to this critical due date.
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Submitted by Evelyn Fernández-Ketcham, Ph.D., LCSW
CEWD Launches Two Specialized Community Health Worker (CHW) Pilot Programs that Address Social Determinants of Health and Behavioral Health
In the past month, CEWD piloted two specialized cohorts of its Community Health Worker Training Program, which is funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Bureau of Health Workforce (BHW).
The first cohort is a pilot focused on addressing social determinants of health (SDOH), which are the economic, social, and physical factors that influence overall well-being. A unique feature of this pilot is that students participate in a community mapping project where they will have the chance to conduct research, map community resources, develop interventions, and demonstrate practical skills that contribute to improving health outcomes in the South Bronx. There are 12 students currently participating in this cohort from the local community and the Bridge Builders Community Partnership (BBCP).
The second cohort is a Behavioral Health Community Health Worker (BH-CHW) Apprenticeship that was initiated in collaboration with both the Mayor’s Office of Community Mental Health and the Healthcare Career Advancement Program (H-CAP), a labor/management organization. This apprenticeship aims to expand the behavioral health workforce in New York City and improve mental health outcomes in our communities. 15 apprentices are participating in this U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Registered Apprenticeship; three (3) are currently enrolled in the CUNY Cares Program. The remaining apprentices are from the following community-based organizations: Center for Hope Services, Inc., Hamilton Madison House, Kingsbridge Heights Community Center, Project Renewal, RiseBoro Community Partnership, and Strong Children Wellness.
For more information on the CHW Training Program, please contact Jaunia Clarke at jclarke@hostos.cuny.edu.
CEWD Virtual Information Sessions
Please click here to browse our online catalog.
To learn more about CEWD’s program offerings, please attend one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions.
- Wednesday, April 2, 6 PM
- Saturday, April 12, 11 AM
- Wednesday, April 16, 6 PM
- Wednesday, May 7, 6 PM
- Saturday, May 10, 11 AM
- Wednesday, May 14, 6 PM
- Wednesday, June 4, 6 PM
To register for a session, go here.
| | INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT (DIA) | | |
Submitted by VP Colette Atkins
Inspiring Women Leaders Share Their Vision for the Future
On March 27, the Women’s Empowerment Brunch featured remarkable women leaders from diverse industries, including business, government, education, and healthcare. The panelists reflected on the world they strive to build for future generations and shared strategies for uplifting other women to achieve a more equitable society. Attendees, including students, faculty, and community members, were encouraged to connect with these leaders to foster mentorship opportunities and inspire future changemakers.
This impactful gathering was made possible by the generous support of Ms. MacKenzie Scott's Gift: President's Initiatives. The event celebrated the accomplishments of inspiring women leaders and reinforced the importance of fostering supportive networks to empower the next generation of trailblazers.
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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).
Melanie García’s Holiday Decor Brings Cheer to the Hostos Family
A big shout out to Ms. Melanie García, Administrative Assistant at CEWD, for brightening our space with her thoughtful seasonal decorations! Known for her iconic tree that celebrates more than just the holidays, Melanie transforms it for every special occasion. Most recently, she brought springtime to life with a vibrant display of flowers, bunnies, and Easter cheer. Her creativity even extends to her door, which continues the festive theme. We can’t wait to see what she dreams up next! Thank you, Ms. García, for filling our workplace with beauty, joy, and seasonal spirit.
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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: Transgender Day of Visibility
Date | Time: Tuesday, April 1 | 3:30 - 5 PM
Location: C-391
Description: Celebrate Trans Day of Visibility with pizza, music, and solidarity! Wear pink or light blue to show your pride or allyship and show off your lewks with a step and shoot!
Title: Spring 2025 Kindergarten Fair
Date | Time: Wednesday, April 2 | 9 - 11 AM
Location: Children’s Center
Description: Come and meet representatives from various NYC public and charter schools. Please note that if your child was born in 2020 and lives in New York City, they are eligible to attend kindergarten in Fall 2025! See you then!
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. This event is sponsored by Ms. MacKenzie Scott’s Gift: President’s Initiatives.
Title: 2025 Earth Week Celebration
Date | Time: Week of April 21
Location: Multiple
Description: Join the Natural Sciences Department for an exploration of all things Earth-related. Under “Our Planet, Our Power,” all activities will center on our role in caring for our home planet. Stay tuned for more details about teach-in activities, workshops, and the full schedule.
Title: Peace & Poetry: An Anthology
Date | Time: Tuesday, April 22 | 10 AM
Location: Hostos Research Center
Description: Join us for the presentation of “Peace & Poetry: An Anthology,” which features selected original poems recited during the Fall 2023 and 2024 Peace & Poetry events. Dr. Daisy Cocco De Filippis, President, will share remarks about this project along with the Editorial Team. This book is possible thanks to the generous support of Ms. MacKenzie Scott’s Gift: President’s Initiatives.
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 founding. 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
Description: This event will examine the current climate surrounding immigration in America and consider the future implications of the current administration. Guest speakers will be announced soon.
Title: College-Wide Senate Meeting – April 2025
Date | Time: Thursday, April 24 | 3:30 PM
Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room
Title: “Educating for the Future: Career Competencies for Today's World, the Role of AI in A Changing Workforce, and COIL”
Date | Time: Friday, April 25 | 10 AM - 1 PM
Location: Hostos Research Center
Description: You are invited to a Friday symposium that will focus on preparing our students for a workforce impacted by AI and how, in this environment, COIL (Collaborative Online International Learning) can give our students the skills to succeed. To register, please go here. Light refreshments and lunch will be served.
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
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. Join us to learn about our students’ incredible work across disciplines.
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. Go here for details.
Title: Community Health Industry Summit
Date | Time: Thursday, May 15 | 8:30 AM - 12 PM
Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room
Description: Employers, industry leaders, and academia come together in this summit to shape dynamic, industry-relevant curricula that address workforce needs and empower students to thrive as skilled professionals in rewarding careers. This event is organized by the Hostos Community Advisory Council and the Office of the President in collaboration with Academic Affairs & Continuing Education and Workforce Development.
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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