Friday, November 15, 2024 | Vol. 9, No. 12

MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT DAISY COCCO DE FILIPPIS

Dear Students and Faculty,

As we continue to enjoy the autumn leaves and a gradual change in the weather, we reflect on how far along we have come in the semester. This is a time to stay focused on supporting students and one another as we strive for a successful completion of the term and plan for a spring semester of continued growth and retention of our students.

A few weeks back, we were invited by U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona’s office to submit a proposal to be considered for the “Raising the Bar, Postsecondary Success Recognition Program 2025.”  Two hundred institutions were invited to participate in the selection — 100 baccalaureate institutions and 100 community colleges. I am happy to share that we have submitted our application and are waiting to hear the selection outcomes in the spring. Additionally, the process of considering our answer to this year’s PMP response to CUNY made us reflect on our culture at Hostos that could be distilled, as we indicate, “At the core of this resistance is love. The warmth and humanity communicated through daily interactions with staff and faculty are among the qualities that define Hostos. Our students feel love; they return seeking it when challenges arise at four-year partner institutions, and we continue supporting their success…

I wish you another week filled with hard work and hope as we prepare for the Thanksgiving break.

Mil gracias y bendiciones, 

Daisy Cocco De Filippis, Ph.D.

President

A POEM TO HONOR NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

“Tukurujtay”

By Mikeas Sánchez

Äj’ mama’koroya äj’ nhtzu’mama’koroya

witpä’jayaj’patzi moki’ajyis’yomaram

u’kyajumä’ nhtä’ nhkomi’ram

witpä’jayaj’patzi te’ sunyi’kasäjpapä wane’ susta’yusni’e

jonhtzyi’ajpapä äkpasenh’omo

Tekoroya’ram

japäpyatzi’ sunyi’omyajpapä’kujy

wäkä’ yomatzi’jaya’ä wyajtyi’am

tzäki’ tzyi’ajkupä Kopajktzoka’is

Tekoroya’ram

käsipä’wane kowarayus’ñyi’e

te’ peka’konukskuy ejtzpapäs’nyi’e

“Ocho”

Para mi madre y mi abuela

ofrezco el aroma de las hojas de pimienta

en que durmieron los santos

ofrezco la canción más alegre del pitero

convertido en pájaro mientras sueña

Para ellas

enciendo palos de ocote

que perfumen sus cabellos

herencia oscura de Kopajktzoka 

Para ellas

la nota más centella del tambor

y la oración más antigua del danzante

“Eight”

For my mother and grandmother

I offer the scent of black pepper leaves

where the saints rest

I offer the flautist’s happiest song

changed into a bird as he dreams

For them

I burn redolent heart pine

to perfume their hair

Dark legacy of Kopajktzoka

For them

the drum’s brightest note

and the dancer’s age-old prayer

Selected from “How To Be a Good Savage and Other Poems,” translated from Zoque and Spanish by Wendy Call and Shook. Minneapolis, Minnesota: Milkweed Press, 2023.

MESSAGE FROM STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SGA) PRESIDENT DAINMA MARTÍNEZ

It’s Sunny… and Cold!



Hello, Hostos! I know the weather has been sunny yet breezy lately, but the SGA is here to support your needs. I understand we’re all going through challenging times, but remember, Hostos has resources available to help. Don’t hesitate to speak up; your voice is powerful, and it’s the key to getting the support you need.

Remember that Hostos offers counseling services for those who may feel overwhelmed or need someone to talk to. The Counseling Center provides a safe, confidential space to discuss any academic, personal, or emotional challenges. Professional counselors are ready to guide and support you, offering resources and strategies to help you through difficult times. Reach out — they’re here to help you stay focused, balanced, and supported throughout your journey.

Also, a reminder that the Baby Clothing Drive is still active! We’re collecting essential baby clothing to support Hostos families, especially those facing financial challenges. We’re accepting new or gently used clothing for babies aged newborn to 4T, including onesies, pajamas, socks, bibs, and warm layers. This drive is a wonderful chance for our campus community to come together and support parents in need. Every donation counts, no matter the size! You can find clearly labeled drop boxes in Allied Health, room A-307; Early Childhood Education, room A-107; and the SGA President's office, room C-534. Drop-off times are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Let’s make a positive impact by helping provide comfort and care for the next generation in our community!

Remember, your voice matters, and you’re not alone here at Hostos. There is always someone ready to support you.

I leave you with these words: “La oportunidad de llegar, tú verás si te montas en ella. Agárrate fuerte y ya no te sueltes.” (Once you get the opportunity to make it, you go for it. Hold onto that and don’t let go) – Celia Cruz



Sincerely,

Dainma Martínez

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

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

Students Invited to Apply for NextGen Public Health Scholars 2+2+2 Program

Hostos students who are on track to graduate in Spring/Summer 2025 and are interested in pursuing a career in public health and epidemiology are invited to apply to the NextGen Public Health Scholars 2+2+2 Program. This program joins Hostos Community College and Columbia University in providing eligible students access to full tuition coverage, mentoring, and career development throughout their undergraduate and graduate education. Now in its third year, this amazing program seeks to identify a new cohort of two students to begin this Spring 2025. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to jumpstart a meaningful career that addresses the public health needs of our most vulnerable communities.

To be eligible for this program, students must be enrolled, have a 3.2 GPA or better, and be on track to graduate in Spring/Summer 2025. Students must complete a joint Hostos/Columbia University application (fee is waived) that can be accessed here.

Application deadline is Dec. 2, 2024.

If you are interested in applying, please contact Dr. Sofia Oviedo, Research Programs Director at soviedo@hostos.cuny.edu for more information.

Virtual Student Employment Session Provides Information on Available Opportunities

To provide Hostos students with vital information on how to apply for part-time job opportunities and guidance for international students, Director Sofia Oviedo and IVP Althea Sterling hosted a virtual student employment information session that brought together a wonderful team of Hostos staff representing various departments. This session showcased various on-campus employment/internship opportunities available through the Career Services Office, Financial Aid Federal Work-Study, Mentor/Mentee Jobs on Campus, Human Resources (Hostos part-time positions), Title V Peer Mentors, Supplemental Instruction Mentors, Transfer Services Peer Mentors, and CUNY-wide internship programs. Staff provide detailed guidance on the types of positions available, pay rates, maximum work hours allowed, and how to apply for the various opportunities. This was truly a “manos a la obra” effort, and kudos to all the department representatives who provided this vital information to our students!

Access the recording of this session here.

INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS, RESEARCH AND ASSESSMENT (OIERA)

Submitted by AJ Stachelek, Ed.D.

The Importance of English and Mathematics Gateway Courses for Student Success

As discussed in a previous El Semanario post, the Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Research, and Assessment is engaged in research as part of the College Completion Innovation Fund Grant project titled “Learning from Student Decision-making Patterns to Improve Degree Program Completion and Student Engagement.” While our research focuses on the course-taking patterns for the degree programs with the highest enrollment, such as Business Management AS and Early Childhood Education AAS, the research model can be expanded to look at results more broadly across all programs. This post, for example, presents data about cohorts of students across all majors who graduated in three years (150% completion rate) between 2018 and 2023. More specifically, the data is about the students’ first-year Gateway English and Gateway Mathematics Required Common Core course completion.  

The research model analyzes course-taking data for six cohorts of First Time Freshmen (Fall 2015 through Fall 2020) and aggregates the data to observe patterns across the semesters during which they were enrolled at Hostos. This includes completion of gateway English and mathematics during their first academic year.   

Based on this analysis, in their first academic year of the 1275 three-year graduating students: 

• 77% completed ENG 110 
• 73% completed ENG 111 
• 59% completed the non-STEM gateway mathematics course 
• 16% completed the typical entry-level STEM gateway mathematics course (MAT 150) 

This analysis shows that a large percentage of three-year graduates achieve these milestones early in their academic trajectory. These courses likely support their learning in subsequent courses, providing students with a solid foundation in communication and quantitative reasoning skills. What remains unclear is whether the completion of these courses is indicative of the students’ college readiness to succeed in these courses or if these courses helped prepare them to be successful in college courses. Across the cohorts, there were variations of how Hostos delivered developmental education that makes it difficult to answer such questions.  

Future analysis may enable me to explain how these results intersect with college readiness and placement. Nevertheless, the importance of early success in these courses remains strongly correlated with success in graduation (which implies a correlation with retention!). For this reason, we (advisors, faculty, and staff) should continue supporting students enrolling and successfully completing these courses as soon as possible. 

POLICY OF THE WEEK

Highlighting CUNY Policies You Should Know

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



CUNY Computer Use Policy

The City University of New York’s Digital Assets and Resources, as defined below in section VI, are dedicated to the achievement of the University’s mission of education, research, and public service. This policy, which guides the University’s use of its digital assets and resources, is intended to maintain the continuity of CUNY’s IT and business operations, and protect the University, and its students, faculty, and staff. Read more here.

OFFICE OF GOVERNMENTAL AND EXTERNAL AFFAIRS

Submitted by Director Eric Radezky, Ph.D.

Donate Coats to the New York Cares Coat Drive

Winter is fast approaching, and people around the city are doing their part to keep the less fortunate warm. Join the New York Cares coat drive as it collects gently used coats to donate. No rips, tears, or damages, please.

By giving the gift of warmth, you can help those in our community stay cozy during the colder months.

There is a donation bin at the Bronx District Attorney’s office located in the lobby of 198 East 161st Street. Accepting coats now until December 6. Check the New York Cares website for other drop-off locations.

Thank you for your generosity and embodying our commitment to compassion and community involvement.

OFFICE OF COMPLIANCE AND DIVERSITY

Submitted by Chief Diversity Officer, Title IX Coordinator, and 504/ADA Coordinator Philip Oliveri, Esq.



Transgender Day of Remembrance 



On November 20, we observe Transgender Day of Remembrance — a somber occasion to honor those who have lost their lives to anti-transgender violence, recognize those who have survived all forms of anti-transgender violence, and to raise awareness about the harassment, discrimination, and violence that transgender people continue to experience. Hostos reiterates its commitment to promoting safety and inclusion for transgender individuals as we continue to improve lives and enrich communities as an educational agent for change. It is important to treat one other with dignity and respect (including using each individual’s personal pronoun of choice), no matter your personal beliefs, and to promote a sense of belonging, acceptance and inclusivity.

NEWS FROM THE DIVISIONS

OFFICE OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS (OAA)

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



Registration for ACUE Cohort 3: Effective Online Teaching Practices is Open! 

Hostos and the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) are partnering to bring faculty and staff the high-quality and research-backed professional learning course, “Effective Online Teaching Practices.”

Through an engaging learning design and guided by expert facilitation, course takers will learn practices that can be implemented with students right away. These evidence-based practices have been shown to increase student retention, strengthen belonging and achievement, and close equity gaps. ACUE’s courses are consistently rated as engaging and relevant by faculty and staff nationwide and lead to the only nationally recognized Certificate in Effective Teaching Practice Framework, endorsed by the American Council on Education.

At the end of Fall 25, faculty who complete the cohort-based program earn a nationally recognized Certificate in Effective College Instruction, the only college teaching credential endorsed by the American Council on Education (ACE). Each faculty member who completes the training will also receive $500 and be recognized at a pinning ceremony. 

Applications due December 6. More info here.

Please contact Dean Andrea Fabrizio with any questions afabrizio@hostos.cuny.edu. 

GrantForward

Submitted by Kelba Sosa, Director of Office of Grants and Research Administration

On Wednesday, November 13, the Hostos Office of Grants and Research Administration offered a successful GrantForward Training for members of the campus community. GrantForward is a grant search and recommendation service designed to help researchers, students, and institutions find funding opportunities tailored to their specific needs. The platform has grant information from over 12,000 sponsors, and updates its database regularly, to ensure users have access to the latest opportunities across a variety of fields, including science, humanities, health, and social sciences.

Key Features of GrantForward include:

• Customized Searches: Users can create detailed profiles that allow GrantForward to provide personalized funding recommendations based on research interests, keywords, and more.

• Advanced Filters: GrantForward’s search engine offers filters for eligibility, sponsor type, deadline, funding type, and area of interest, helping users narrow down relevant grants quickly.

• Grant Alerts: Users can set up alerts to receive notifications of new grant opportunities that match their profile.

• Collaboration Tools: Institutions can benefit from features like team access, collaboration tracking, and grant-sharing capabilities to support group efforts in securing funding.

• Extensive Sponsor List: The platform includes federal, state, and private sponsors, covering a wide range of funding sources and increasing the likelihood of finding grants that match diverse research needs.

GrantForward is widely used by universities, non-profits, and other organizations for its user-friendly interface and extensive database, making it a valuable tool in the pursuit of funding for research and development projects.

STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT (SDEM)

Submitted by IVP Althea Sterling, Ed.D.

ENROLL NOW! Schedules of Classes Open for Winter and Spring 2025!

If you need assistance with scheduling your classes, contact your Coach/Advisor, and schedule a meeting using Navigate.

Health and Wellness

Fresh Produce Food Distribution

We’re excited to announce that the One Stop Center, in partnership with CUNY/NYC Council and B&Y Catering, will distribute 70 boxes of fresh produce (fruits and vegetables) to Hostos students every Wednesday until December 18.

Distribution Time: 12 PM  

Location: Savoy (D) Building, First floor  

Participation: Students are eligible to receive a box every other week during the distribution period.  

Due to limited availability, appointments are required. To reserve your spot, please contact: Ms. Madeline Cruz at mcruz@hostos.cuny.edu or Ms. Rossini Perez at rperez@hostos.cuny.edu.  

Don’t miss this great opportunity to access fresh food!

Events

Health Services on the Go!

Date | Time: First Thursday of every month from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Location: Mobile Medical Unit on the Grand Concourse

Description: The Mobile Medical Unit will be on the Grand Concourse, offering free services exclusively for Hostos students. Don’t miss out on this chance to prioritize your health and well-being. Services available: 

• HIV Counseling and Testing
• Condom Distribution
• Diabetes, Cholesterol, and Blood Pressure Checks
• Sexual Education Materials
• Substance Use Education
• Health and Wellness Care Coordination

For more information, please contact Ursula Sanders at usanders@hostos.cuny.edu or call 718-518-4483. You can also reach out to Project STAHR at jdilalla@bronxcare.org. 

STI Testing Available for HCC Students

Date | Time: Tuesday, December 3 | 11 AM - 3 PM 

Location: A-334C (November 5) and C-391 (December 3)

Description: We are offering STI testing in addition to HIV testing. Remember, you can live with HIV without even knowing it! For more information, please contact Ursula Sanders at 718-518-4483 or via email at usanders@hostos.cuny.edu. 

Thanksgiving Event for Hostos Students!

On Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at noon, we will host a turkey and chicken distribution for our students. This is a beautiful opportunity to celebrate the season and ensure everyone has a festive meal.

Stay tuned! More details and information about the event will be shared soon. We look forward to celebrating Thanksgiving together!

Transfer Services

Spotlight

Jalen Stram: From Hostos to New Heights!

We’re thrilled to highlight Jalen Stram, who graduated from Hostos in June 2022 as part of the early college program with Hostos Lincoln Academy. Jalen earned his associate degree in Liberal Arts and Science before transferring to SUNY Farmingdale State College.

Initially majoring in Business Management, Jalen decided to enhance his studies by adding a certificate in Human Resource Management. He is set to graduate in December 2024 with both his bachelor’s degree in Business Management and his Human Resource Management certificate, all before turning 21!

Here’s what Jalen has to say about his journey:

"I have goals of getting into Human Resource Management, but I’m still young and learning about professionalism and different skills. This past summer, I completed an internship as a marketing intern at Thunderbird Maintenance Corporation!"

Congratulations, Jalen! We can’t wait to see what you accomplish next!

Campus Tour Announcement! 

Are you considering transferring to Berkeley? Join us for an exciting campus tour this semester!

Tour Date:

• Berkeley: November 20 at 12 p.m.

Meet in front of the A-Building at 11 a.m.

Space is limited, so don't miss out! Register now here! 

Note: This is a public event, and photos may be taken during the tours. By attending, you consent to using your photograph on our social media, website, or print.

We look forward to exploring these campuses with you!

Transfer Services Events

Snacks ‘N’ Aps! with Transfer Services, all from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Faculty Dining Room (FDR, C-312)

November 21 

December 12 

Transfer Lab Hours

Monday & Friday | D-101| 9:30 AM - 5 PM

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday | C-590 | 10 AM - 3 PM

Transfer Tabling 

Every Tuesday | A-Atrium | 1 - 4 PM

Transfer Talk

Every Tuesday | C-512A | 2 - 3 PM

Walk-in Hours

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays | C-590 | 10 AM - 3 PM

Wednesdays | D-101A | 10 AM - 5 PM

Thursdays | D-101A | 10 AM - 1 PM

Thursdays | D-101A and VIRTUAL | 10 AM - 1 PM

Follow Transfer Services on Instagram for updates on events (@hostostransferservices). 

Scholarship Office

Unlock Your Future: Scholarship Opportunities Await!

Hostos Community College’s internal scholarships are open, with 17 student opportunities! Don’t miss your chance to secure funding that can help make your educational journey smoother.

Why Apply?

These scholarships can significantly lighten your financial burden and get new opportunities. Whether you’re looking to support your studies, reduce your expenses, or simply make college life a bit easier, there’s something here for everyone.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step? Visit Hostos Scholarships to explore and apply. If you have any questions or need assistance with your application, please contact Marina Esquilin, Scholarship Coordinator, at 718-518-4166 or email mesquilin@hostos.cuny.edu. 

Financial Aid Office

Have you applied for FAFSA? TAP?

Students enrolling in the Fall of 2024 can still apply for TAP by filling out the FAFSA. Once 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.

POEMS FOR THE COMMUNITY

“Let America Be America Again”

By Langston Hughes

Let America be America again.

Let it be the dream it used to be.

Let it be the pioneer on the plain

Seeking a home where he himself is free.

(America never was America to me.)

Let America be the dream the dreamers dreamed—

Let it be that great strong land of love

Where never kings connive nor tyrants scheme

That any man be crushed by one above.

(It never was America to me.)

O, let my land be a land where Liberty

Is crowned with no false patriotic wreath,

But opportunity is real, and life is free,

Equality is in the air we breathe.

ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE (ADM)

Submitted by SVP Esther Rodríguez-Chardavoyne

Health Insurance Benefits Program Open Enrollment

Please be advised that the annual health benefits open enrollment period will take place from November 1, 2024, through November 30, 2024. Changes made during the open enrollment will take effect on January 1, 2025.

During the transfer period, you may:

• Transfer health insurance plans
• Add or Drop coverage and/or optional rider
• Add or Drop dependents

Employees who do NOT wish to change their current plan do NOT need to do anything.

Notable Changes:  Effective January 1, 2025, the Cigna plan will no longer be offered.  If you are currently enrolled in the Cigna plan, you must choose a new health insurance plan and enroll during the open enrollment period.  Existing Cigna enrollees will not be grandfathered, nor will they be automatically transferred to a default plan. Please contact Ariadne Condos in HR (ACondos@hostos.cuny.edu) for further assistance to ensure that you maintain health insurance coverage without a break/drop.

If you are considering making changes to your health benefits plan/options, please click on the link below for more information about your plan options: Benefits Open Enrollment 2024 – The City University of New York (cuny.edu)

To make changes, please complete a Health Benefits Application here. Please note that if you are a CUNY-PSC member and you are making changes to your health benefits, you are also required to complete the PSC-CUNY Change of Status Form.

If you are adding a dependent, please review the list of Dependent Verification Documents for acceptable documents. Dependents will NOT be added without the required documentation.

Buy-Out Waiver Program

Employees waiving coverage in the NYC Health Benefits Program because they have private insurance may be eligible to enroll in the Buy-Out Waiver program. For more detailed information, go here.

To enroll in the Buy-Out Program, complete BOTH a Health Benefits Application and 2025 MSC Buy-Out Waiver Form. If you are already enrolled and you wish to continue with the program, you do NOT need to take any action. Your enrollment will continue automatically.

All required forms must be completed and returned to Ariadne Condos via email at ACondos@hostos.cuny.edu or via fax at 347-710-2952 no later than Friday, November 29, 2024. Please remember to password-protect any documents with sensitive information.

Flexible Spending Accounts

The open enrollment period for the Flexible Spending Program is now through November 8, 2024. For additional information about the program, please go here. Enrollment in the FSA program is not automatic from year to year. You MUST re-enroll every year.

To enroll, please complete the 2025 FSA Enrollment Change Form and go here for instructions on submitting the form.

The Transfer Period is the only time to make changes in your health plan without a qualifying event.

Here is the link to access the open enrollment forms.

Please reach out to HR Benefits Manager Ariadne Condos at ACondos@hostos.cuny.edu if you have any questions.

CONTINUING EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT (CEWD)

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

CEWD’s Fall 2024 Catalog

The Division of Continuing Education and Workforce Development’s (CEWD) Fall 2024 catalog is now available online. To view it, go here. 

Information Sessions

To learn more about CEWD’s program offerings, please attend one of our upcoming Virtual or In-Person Information Sessions. To register for a session, visit https://tinyurl.com/HostosCEWD. 

Virtual Sessions

Wednesday, December 4, at 6 PM

INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT (DIA)

Submitted by VP Colette Atkins

Hostos is Here for Students — With Your Help

As part of the Hostos community, you know how much the College does for its students. This CUNYTuesday, we are highlighting several on-campus services that are funded, at least in part, through philanthropy. In addition to more than 30 unique scholarships, the Foundation raises funds to support the Food Pantry at Hostos, four emergency grant programs, the Transfer Peer Mentor Program, the Family Empowerment Program, and more.

Visit www.cunytuesday.org or email Idelsa Mendez at imendez@hostos.cuny.edu today to find out about how you can support students this CUNYTuesday.

Thanks for Laughing Along with Us

Thank you to everyone who came to SoBro Gardens on Thursday November 14 for the Hostos Laugh-A-ThON. In addition to sharing some laughs, revelers helped to support the Hostos Alumni Fund for Student Transfer Scholarships. Follow @hostosalumni on Instagram and X and Hostos Community College Alumni on LinkedIn to see pictures from the night and learn about upcoming events.  

BRAVO NEWS

Celebrating the Accomplishments of the Hostos Community

SGA President Dainma Martínez Becomes University-wide Representative for Community College Affairs

Congratulations to our SGA President Dainma Martínez, who just became the Vice Chair for Community College Affairs at the University Student Senate. President Martínez, we’re proud of you and can’t wait to continue witnessing your growth and success!

Sgt. Aquilino Gonell, Policeman Who Defended the US Capitol during Jan. 6th Insurrection, Presented his Memoir at Hostos

On Veterans Day, November 11, Hostos Community College hosted a special presentation of “American Shield,” the memoir of Sergeant Aquilino Gonell, a Dominican immigrant, former U.S. Army soldier, Iraq War veteran, and U.S. Capitol Police Officer who defended the Capitol during the January 6 Insurrection in 2021. The event, moderated by Assistant Professor and Acquisitions Librarian Jennifer Tang, centered on Gonell’s reflections on service, sacrifice, and resilience. Read more here.

HOSTOS FOR EVERYONE

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.

ATHLETICS CALENDAR

Hostos vs LaGuardia CC

Date | Time: Tuesday, November 19 | 6 PM [Women] and 8 PM [Men]

Location: Gymnasium

Description: Home Basketball Game

Hostos vs Fulton Montgomery CC

Date | Time: Sunday, November 24 | 2 PM [Women]

Location: Gymnasium

Description: Home Basketball Game

Hostos vs Monroe-BX

Date | Time: Tuesday, December 3 | 6 PM [Women] and 8 PM [Men]

Location: Gymnasium

Description: Home Basketball Game

Hostos vs BMCC

Date | Time: Thursday, December 5 | 6 PM [Women] and 8 PM [Men]

Location: Gymnasium

Description: Home Basketball Game

Hostos vs Queensborough CC

Date | Time: Saturday, December 14 | 12 PM [Women] and 2 PM [Men]

Location: Gymnasium

Description: Home Basketball Game

EVENTS

Title: Second Annual Peace and Poetry Event

Date | Time: Tuesday, November 19 | 1 - 2:30 PM

Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room

Description: The Office of the President, in collaboration with the Writing Center, is pleased to host the Second Annual Peace & Poetry event! This will be an inspiring event for all to share their poetic talents. We are seeking poetry enthusiasts (students, faculty, and staff) who would like to share their work with us. 

STEM Student Research Presentation and Robotics Exhibition

Date | Time: Wednesday, November 20 | 12 - 2 PM

Location: Hostos Research Center

Description: Learn more about what our STEM students have been working on this academic year. Also, look at their awesome inventions and contributions to robotics innovation!

Title: STEM Career Fair

Date | Time: Thursday, November 21 | 1 - 3 PM

Location: C-building (TBD)

Description: Get ready to show your skills to STEM-centered employers at this event at the C-building on November 21 from 1 to 3 p.m. More information will be coming soon!

Title: Celebrating Dr. Antonia Pantoja: Revival of “Chain Reaction,” Play by Tere Martínez

Date | Time: Wednesday, November 20 | 2 PM; Thursday, November 21 | 12:30 PM and 7 PM; Friday, November 22 | 7 PM

Location: Repertory Theater

Description: Dr. Antonia Pantoja, a towering figure in New York City’s Puerto Rican community, comes to life again in “Chain Reaction,” a play inspired by her life and enduring legacy. Written by Tere Martínez and directed by Ángel Morales, Hostos Community College Visual and Performing Arts Professor, the production will be staged at the Repertory Theater from Wednesday, November 20 to Friday, November 22, in celebration of Puerto Rican Heritage Month and the 102nd anniversary of Pantoja’s birth. More info here.

Title: Screening of “Dolores,” A Documentary About Activist Dolores Huerta

Date | Time: Thursday, November 21, 2024 | 9:30 - 11 AM

Location: B-501

Description: Who is Dolores Huerta? One of the most important, yet least known activists of our time, Dolores Huerta was an equal partner in founding the first farm workers union with César Chávez. Tirelessly leading the fight for racial and labor justice, Huerta evolved into one of the most defiant feminists of the 20th century — and she continues the fight to this day... With unprecedented access to this intensely private mother of 11, Peter Bratt’s film “Dolores” chronicles Huerta’s life from her childhood in Stockton, California to her early years with the United Farm Workers, from her work with the headline-making grape boycott launched in 1965 to her role in the feminist movement of the ’70s, to her continued work as a fearless activist. Featuring interviews with Gloria Steinem, Luis Valdez, Angela Davis, her children and more, “Dolores” is an intimate and inspiring portrait of a passionate champion of the oppressed and an indomitable woman willing to accept the personal sacrifices involved in committing one’s life to social change. There will be a discussion before and after the screening.

Title: Senate Meeting – November

Date | Time: Thursday, November 21 | 3:30 PM

Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room

Title: “Recordando a Elba” Honoring Beloved Community Icon Elba Cabrera

Date | Time: Thursday, November 21 | 5 p.m.

Location: Hostos Art Gallery

Description: Join us in remembering the life and service of Bronx arts activist and Hostos Community College Foundation founding Board member Elba Cabrera. To RSVP, please email Rebecca Maria at rmaria@hostos.cuny.edu. 

Title: Hostos Champions Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Date | Time: Thursday, November 21 | 6 p.m. 

Location: A-Atrium

Description: Join us in the unveiling of the Hostos Champions Hall of Fame. There will be brief presentations and sharing of memories. Refreshments will be served.

Title: Annual Three Lighting Ceremony

Date | Time: Tuesday, December 3 | 3 - 4:30 PM

Location: C-building Lobby

Description: Join us to officially launch the holidays with music, singing, and tree lighting! 

Title: Kwanzaa Celebration

Date | Time: Thursday, December 5 | 7 PM

Location: Repertory Theater

Description: Join the Hostos community in our annual Kwanzaa celebration. Let’s come together and reflect on the principles of unity, love, and much more that define this holiday! 

Title: End of Semester All College Meeting

Date | Time: Thursday, December 12 | 2:30 PM (Doors will open at 2 PM)

Location: Repertory Theater

Description: Join us for an end-of-semester gathering, Manos a la Obra/All Hands on Deck Awards ceremony, and a talent show. Light refreshments will be served before the event in the C-lobby at 1:30 p.m.

Title: Dum-D Animation Festival

Date | Time: Wednesday, December 18 | 5:30 PM

Location: Black Box Theater (C-151)

Description: Join the Hostos Media Design Unit for the DUM-D Animation Festival. Contact Professors Devanie Rosario (drosario@hostos.cuny.edu) or Josué A. Advincola (jadvincola@hostos.cuny.edu) for more information. More details coming soon!

Title: Senate Meeting – December

Date | Time: Thursday, December 19 | 3:30 PM

Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room

Title: Confronting the Stigma: Film and Mental Health Fair

Date | Time: Saturday, February 8, 2025 | 3 - 8 PM

Location: Building C (450 Grand Concourse)

Description: Save the date for “Confronting the Stigma,” a film presentation, panel discussion, and wellness resources fair. Presented by Bilal World Entertainment, in partnership with Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Tau Chi Sigma Chapter, and sponsored by Hostos Community College. Additional details are forthcoming.

ABOUT EL SEMANARIO HOSTOSIANO / THE HOSTOS WEEKLY

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

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