Friday, October 11, 2024 | Vol. 9, No. 7 | |
MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT DAISY COCCO DE FILIPPIS | |
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My Dear Colleagues and Students,
As I write these words, I reflect on how much work has transpired. Midterms are practically here. Despite challenges, we continue to move forward, basking in the light of our own humanity, as Pablo Neruda would say.
We are coming to the close of activities for Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, Italian Heritage, and other observances honoring the Jewish holidays. That is just this month for the Hostos family. I give a special thank you to all of our colleagues for continued diligence and for the smiles that greet me and all who come to visit. A colleague from Medgar Evers College recently commented about the warmth she had experienced just walking down our corridors and meeting students and staff.
Enjoy the long weekend as we prepare for the second half of the term, student and academic support activities and advisement and pre-registration for winter and spring sessions. That being said, when you return, for those of you who are close to graduation: it is essential that thoughtful planning and advisement take place. Also, if you intend to continue your studies in a baccalaureate institution, please make every effort to apply early, by December, particularly to those competitive, need-blind institutions.
Mil gracias y bendiciones,
Daisy Cocco De Filippis, Ph.D.
President
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A POEM TO INVITE REFLECTION | |
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“I Pastori (The Shepherds)”
By Gabriele D’Annunzio
September, let us go. It is time to migrate.
Now in the land of the Abruzzi my shepherds
leave the pens and go towards the sea:
they go down to the wild Adriatic
which is green like the mountain pastures.
They have drunk deep at alpine springs,
so that the taste of native water
may remain in exile hearts as comfort,
to charm their thirst for long upon the way.
They have renewed their staffs of hazel.
And they go along the ancient drove-path to the plain,
as if by grassy, silent river,
upon the traces of the early fathers.
O voice of him who first
knows the trembling of the sea!
Now on the shore at its side marches
the flock. The air is without motion.
The sun so gilds the living wool
that it hardly differs from the sand.
Sea-washing, trampling, sweet sounds.
Ah why am I not with my shepherds?
D’Annunzio, Gabriele. “I Pastori (The Shepherds)” in Teaching with Fire: Poetry that Sustains the Courage to Teach. (San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass, 2003).
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INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS, RESEARCH AND ASSESSMENT (OIERA) | |
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Submitted by Assistant Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness Babette Audant, Ph.D.
OIERA: Closing the Loop on Our Assessment of Our Own Processes
If there’s anything the spring cyber event taught us, it is the importance of contingency planning. While the COVID pandemic shut us down physically and required a swift migration to Teams, Zoom and other virtual working and learning spaces, the spring events disrupted links between digital platforms, databases and folders. Combined with increasingly centralized IT at CUNY, the (small) OIERA team was forced to face an opportunity to rethink prior practice. It has also been an opportunity to lean on the team’s integration of new skill sets (i.e., Director of Assessment and Associate Professor Anders Stachelek, Ed.D. is one semester shy of completing a Masters in Data Analytics at Baruch; Associate Director Vitus Tindana is teaching himself R and Python via YouTube and other open sources).
What does this mean in more concrete terms? For example, an assessment of the past three cycles of student evaluations made clear that technology and communication challenges resulted in either just in time, delayed or truncated evaluation periods and/or faculty access to evaluations needed for portfolios. The solution is two-fold: first, to move up the timeline for preparing student evaluations for release in coordination with IT (to one full week before release), and the preparation of completed evaluations to be accessed by Chairs and disseminated to faculty for upload to portfolios (to three weeks after the close of the evaluation period). The second change is to identify, as with all regular/required OIERA processes, a contingency plan in case platforms/software/storage are compromised.
Senior Director Piotr Kocik is leading this initiative, as well as related cross-training of the OIERA team and his efforts will make OIERA’s processes more transparent (while continuing to keep data secure, of course). It’s a timely change and one that will make the unit stronger. It’s also an appropriate “closing the loop” response when we turn the assessment lens on ourselves!
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OFFICE OF COMPLIANCE AND DIVERSITY | |
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Submitted by Chief Diversity Officer, Title IX Coordinator, and 504/ADA Coordinator Philip Oliveri, Esq.
LGBTQIA+ History Month
As we enter the month of October, the Office of Compliance and Diversity would like to highlight that October is recognized as LGBTQIA+ History Month, an annual month-long observance of LGBTQIA+ history, rights, and related civil rights movements. LGBTQIA+ History Month emphasizes role models, builds community, represents a civil rights statement about the contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community, and sends an important message to our campus community members about the vital importance of recognizing and exploring the role of the LGBTQIA+ community in American history. For more information related to the LGBTQIA+ role models and figures that celebrate their achievements, please refer to the following link: Home | LGBTHistoryMonth.com.
Additionally, the Office of Compliance and Diversity would like to highlight two days this month related to the celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community: today, October 11, is recognized as National Coming Out Day, and October 16 is recognized as International Pronouns Day. Hostos’ LGBTQIA+ Consortium, in collaboration with Rainbow Hostos and the Office of Compliance and Diversity, will be hosting an event on October 16 in celebration of International Pronouns Day, located in the Atrium between the A and C buildings, from 1 to 3 p.m.
Please join us and participate in procuring and wearing a button that displays your pronouns, encourages respect and recognition of an individual’s right to self-identify, and endeavors to make the use of personal pronouns more commonplace in our community.
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OFFICE OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS (OAA) | |
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Submitted by Provost and VP Shiang-Kwei Wang, Ph.D.
Hostos Honors Program Students Participate in the 2024 Concordia Annual Summit
Professor Ernest Ialongo, Honors Program Co-Director, Chair of College Senate, Chair of Behavioral and Social Sciences Department
The Concordia Annual Summit, held annually in New York City during September, is a prominent platform for fostering collaboration between public and private sectors. This influential gathering convenes heads of state, government officials, leaders of non-profit organizations, and entrepreneurs to address pressing global issues. For the second year in a row, students from the Honors Program at Hostos received an invitation to attend the summit, and, for the first time, one of our members, Ms. Deneisha Noble, represented the College as a panelist in a session entitled "Empowering Youth: Overcoming Obstacles to Leadership in Civil Society." The student attendees included Ms. Adria Sebisaho, Ms. Erika Mata, Ms. Keyla Rodríguez, and Ms. Noble. We invite you to see photos and videos of the event on our Instagram account (@hostos_honors).
Students have gained significant advantages by participating in the Summit as attendees and presenters. They have established valuable connections with speakers, engaged in constructive debates and discussions, and expanded their knowledge by learning about innovative concepts.
For students interested in joining the Honors Program at Hostos, please contact one of the following: Ms. Karla Contreras, Honors Coordinator, at kcontreras@hostos.cuny.edu; Prof. Ernest Ialongo, Co-Director, at eialongo@hostos.cuny.edu; or Prof. Cynthia Jones, Co-Director, at cjones@hostos.cuny.edu.
Baby Clothing Collection
Professor Charles Drago, Chair of Allied Health Sciences Department
In the spirit of our College mission, Dr. Drago, Dr. Jacqueline DiSanto and SGA President Dainma Martínez are currently accepting gently used baby clothing ranging from 3 months to 4T in size. If you want to donate, 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. The drop-off times are from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Once collected, the clothing will be sorted by size, washed, and provided to students who need baby clothes. We kindly request that any donated clothing be in gently-used condition.
If you have any questions please contact Dr. Drago at 718-518-4114 or cdrago@hostos.cuny.edu.
NACE Career Readiness Competencies
Lisanette Rosario, Director, Career Services
Are you ready to take the next step toward your career goals? In addition to academic achievements, employers are looking for key skills that will help you thrive in the workplace. These skills include the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) 8 Career Readiness Competencies:
- Communication: Clearly and effectively exchanging information, ideas, and perspectives.
- Critical Thinking: Analyzing issues and solving problems using sound reasoning.
- Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with others in diverse environments.
- Leadership: Leveraging interpersonal strengths to inspire and guide teams.
- Professionalism: Demonstrating integrity, accountability, and ethical behavior.
- Technology: Understanding and leveraging digital tools to enhance work.
- Career and Self-Development: Developing yourself and your career through continually learning, networking, and seeking opportunities.
- Equity & Inclusion: Promoting and practicing inclusivity by challenging systemic inequities and fostering diverse environments.
At the Hostos Career Services Office, we help you build and strengthen these competencies through workshops, internships, and professional development opportunities. Visit the Career Services Office in D-210 to discover how to develop your career readiness competencies and prepare yourself for success.
For more information about NACE career readiness competencies, go here.
Career Services Events
Look at what Career Services can help you with to prepare for interviews and career success here.
Title: Interview Workshop
Date | Time: Friday, October 11 | 1 PM
Location: Zoom
Description: The Interview Workshop at Hostos Community College equips students with essential skills and strategies to excel in job interviews. This interactive session covers common interview questions, effective communication techniques, and tips for making a positive first impression. Whether preparing for your first interview or
looking to refine your approach, this workshop offers valuable insights to boost your confidence and increase your chances of success. Register in advance for this meeting.
Title: Introduction to LinkedIn Workshop
Date | Time: Friday, October 18 | 1 PM
Location: Zoom (to be shared soon)
Description: Join us for an interactive LinkedIn workshop designed to help you optimize your profile, expand your network, and enhance your professional presence online. Whether you are just getting started or looking to refine your existing profile, this session will provide you with practical tips and strategies to make the most out of LinkedIn. The workshop will be conducted via Zoom, ensuring that you can participate from the comfort of your own space. Do not miss this opportunity to elevate your LinkedIn game and connect with like-minded peers seeking professional growth! Register in advance for this meeting.
Title: Introduction to Handshake Workshop
Date | Time: Wednesday, October 23 | 11 AM
Location: D-210
Description: Join us for an engaging, in-person workshop designed to introduce you to Handshake, the platform used by Career Services to connect you with employers. This workshop, held in the Career Services Computer Lab, will guide you through the many benefits of using Handshake, including personalized job recommendations, networking opportunities with top employers, and access to exclusive internships and job postings. During the session, you'll learn how to easily log in to Handshake and create a compelling profile that showcases your skills, experiences, and career aspirations. Whether you're just starting your career journey or looking to take the next step, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to set yourself up for success.
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STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT (SDEM) | |
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Submitted by Interim Vice President Althea Sterling, Ph.D.
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.
The Scholarship Office would also like to invite you to the following event:
I Stand with Immigrants Action Day
Date | Time: October 15 | 12 PM
Location: A-Atrium
Description: We had a great event last year with the support of many of you, organizations, student clubs, and SGA. This event is an excellent opportunity to show our immigrant students the support and reassure them that Hostos is a safe place. The Scholarship Office will also launch the Dream.US Scholarship, which opens on November 1. This Scholarship is an excellent opportunity for students without immigration status who graduated high school and arrived in the U.S. by age 16 to obtain full tuition coverage up to senior college and a stipend for educational-related expenses.
CUNY EDGE
Announcement for Public Assistance Recipients
Have you or your parents recently received a letter from New York City’s Human Resources Administration? If it mentions “Don’t risk losing your benefits! Sanctions are coming back!” and discusses work-related appointments, we’re here to help.
Visit us at the CUNY EDGE office in Room A-334 for more information about the letter and how your enrollment as a CUNY undergraduate student can fulfill work requirements. We’ll also share the supports and services available through CUNY EDGE.
Please note:
- You or your parents must attend any appointments scheduled by the HRA. Missing these appointments may result in a reduction or loss of Cash Assistance.
- When you meet with CUNY EDGE staff, bring a copy (or have a copy available) of the letter you received from HRA.
We look forward to hearing from you soon.
Student Success Coaching Unit
The Student Success Coaches hope your semester is going well!
If you have not met with your assigned Student Success Coach yet, please do so right away! We want to know how you’re doing and answer any questions you may have about your college-going experience.
Your Student Success Coach provides academic, personal, and professional advising from registration to graduation. We can also connect you with essential resources on campus.
New this semester: You may connect directly with your Student Success Coach and schedule an appointment through Navigate 360. Click here to log in. If you have questions about Navigate 360, please contact us at sscu@hostos.cuny.edu.
Virtual Late Nights on Wednesdays from 5 - 6:45 p.m.: Join us to speak with a Student Success Coach: SSCU Late Night Zoom (Meeting ID: 837 0090 4810 Passcode: 183421).
Withdrawing From a Course(s): If you are considering dropping one or more classes, please speak with your professor, Success Coach, and the Financial Aid Office (if you receive aid). The last day to withdraw from a course with a grade of W is Wednesday, November 6.
For a list of important deadlines, please review the Fall 2024 Academic Calendar here.
For more information, please contact the SSCU Front Desk at 718-664-2560 or via email sscu@hostos.cuny.edu. You may also visit us at the Academic Advisement Center located at 429 Grand Concourse (corner of 144th Street). We are open on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Counseling Center
Join the Counseling Center for the following events!
Mood & Music: Let’s Talk About It
Date | Time: Wednesday, October 23 | 3 - 5 PM
Location: FDR Room (C-312)
Description: An interactive discussion focused on removing the stigma surrounding depression and highlighting the benefits of using music intentionally to process, cope, and shift emotions in observation of Depression Awareness Month.
Speed Dating: The Stress Reduction Edition
Date | Time: Thursday, November 14 | 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Location: Gym
Description: Experience a unique twist on speed dating! Instead of meeting new people, you'll be introduced to various stress reduction techniques in a fun, immersive 15-minute format. Discover healthy ways to relieve stress while connecting with your peers.
We hope to see you there!
Health and Wellness
One Stop Program Services and Resources
Get the Support You Need!
We offer a range of services to assist you with HRA Government Benefits enrollment, including:
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SNAP/Food Stamps: Application, recertification, and periodic reports
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Cash Assistance: Application and recertification
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One Shot Deal: Application for eviction prevention
- Child Care Voucher
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Fair Fares: Discounted transit fare
- Food Pantry
- Grab & Go Snacks
- Financial Literacy Programs
- Legal Services
- Health Insurance Navigators
If you need assistance, please reach out to Madeline Cruz, Coordinator, at 718-518-4141, 718-319-7982, or 929-330-5406. You can also email her at mcruz@hostos.cuny.edu.
We’re here to help!
Health and Wellness Events
Pause and Paint
Date | Time: Thursday, October 10 | 1 - 4 PM & Wednesday, November 6 | 2 - 5 PM
Location: C-391
Description: Take a pause from your busy week and join us for Pause and Paint for Stress Relief and Relaxation. All sessions are FREE, and materials are provided! No painting experience is necessary and individual creativity is welcome. Sign-up guarantees participation. Walk-ins are also welcome. Click here if interested. For more information, contact Ursula Sanders at 718-518-4483.
Health Services on the Go!
Date | Time: First Thursday of every month starting September 5 from 9 am -3 pm
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 include:
- 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 | Location: Tuesday, November 5 in A-334C & Tuesday, December 3 in C-391
Time: 11 AM - 3 PM
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.
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.
Transfer Services
Get help with transfer applications during our tabling or walk-in hours. We can also assist you during our virtual application hour, or you can come to C-512 on Tuesdays for one-on-one support!
Fill out an intake form to schedule an appointment.
Transfer Services Events
Discover your path in Health Care with Lehman College!
Date | Time: October 17 and 23 | 11 AM
Location: FDR Room (C-312)
Description: Are you interested in pursuing a Health Care major at Lehman College? Join us for an opportunity to speak with a Lehman advisor about our health programs, including Nursing, Health Education, Public Health, and more!
Snacks ‘N’ Aps! with Transfer Services, all from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Faculty Dining Room (FDR, C-312)
October 31
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).
POEMS FOR THE COMMUNITY
“America”
By Claude McKay
Although she feeds me bread of bitterness,
And sinks into my throat her tiger’s tooth,
Stealing my breath of life, I will confess
I love this cultured hell that tests my youth!
Her vigor flows like tides into my blood,
Giving me strength erect against her hate.
Her bigness sweeps my being like a flood.
Yet as a rebel fronts a king in state,
I stand within her walls with not a shred
Of terror, malice, not a word of jeer.
Darkly I gaze into the days ahead,
And see her might and granite wonders there,
Beneath the touch of Time’s unerring hand,
Like priceless treasures sinking in the sand
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Submitted by SVP Esther Rodríguez-Chardavoyne
Mandatory Trainings for 2024-2025
New York State Law and CUNY’s policies on Sex-Based Misconduct Prevention and Workplace Violence Prevention require employees to complete the ESPARC and WVP compliance trainings at least once every year. All part-time employees, including adjuncts, are responsible for completing both training courses by the end of the current semester to ensure the University logs their completion. All full-time employees will have until Friday, May 30, 2025, to complete both courses.
Additionally, the state-mandated Gender Based Violence Training will only be available on Blackboard for all HR professionals, as well as designated managers with at least one direct report. If employees receive an automated email notification regarding GBVT, they are required to complete it by Friday, May 30, 2025, if they are a full-time employee, or by the end of the current semester if they are a part-time employee. If you do not receive an email notification regarding GBVT, then you are not required to complete it.
Active employees are automatically registered for the trainings in Blackboard. Employees can sign into their CUNY Blackboard account and navigate to My Organizations to view and complete both the ESPARC and WVP trainings. Employees also required to complete the Gender Based Violence Training will find the course listed under My Organizations in Blackboard as well. If you are not required to complete the Gender Based Violence Training, you will not see it available in Blackboard. Step-by-step instructions for completing the trainings can be found on the course Announcements page. New hires will have access to their courses on the next business day after becoming an active employee in CUNYfirst.
All employees are expected to be in compliance with these mandatory trainings in accordance with NY State and City Law. If you experience any technical difficulty, please reach out to Annie Pena in Human Resources at x6817.
We recommend that you complete the required trainings promptly in order to avoid receiving repeated email reminder regarding compliance. Thank you for your cooperation.
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Submitted by VP Evelyn Fernández-Ketcham, Ph.D., LCSW
Learn about Latin Jazz!
The History of Latin Music and Latin Jazz is a NO-COST (H6042-01-FA24) seminar series that highlights the diverse music pioneers and their impact on the history of Latin music and jazz. Learn about musicians and artists Graciela, known as the First Lady of Latin Jazz, Ceila Cruz, Olga Guiott, Gloria Estefan, Enrique Jorrin, Johnny Rodriquez, Julio Gutiérrez and many others that helped create and influence the music of this time. Joe Conzo Sr. hosts the History of Latin Music and Latin Jazz seminar series, noted music historian, producer and author of Mambo Diablo: My Journey with Tito Puente.
These seminars will broaden your knowledge of the genres and enlighten you as you hear and learn about the music and how it evolved from the 1930’s to now. The seminar artists who were influential in creating it, including the great Tito Puente. Special guests will periodically attend throughout the seminar series (8 sessions, 16 hours total).
Seminars are VIRTUAL. All Seminars take place on Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sessions continue tomorrow and will follow this schedule:
Oct. 12
Oct. 19
Oct. 26
Nov. 2
Nov. 16
Nov. 23
Dec. 7
Email Melanie García for information at mgarcia@hostos.cuny.edu.
You still have time to catch up! | CEWD Community Health Worker Program: Registration Still Open!
Please remember that the CEWD Community Health Worker (CHW) Certificate Program offers students the opportunity to gain skills and experience in community health and outreach and to contribute to the health and well-being of their communities.
Earn College Credits Toward the Associate Degree: A.S. in Education Community Health or A.A.S. in Aging and Health Studies:
- Intro to Community Health/HLT 110 (3 credits)
- Interpersonal Relations/HLT 103 (3 credits)
- Medical Terminology/HLT 124 (3 credits)
Other Program Benefits:
- Class tuition and textbooks are provided to students at no-cost
- A small stipend is awarded to students that complete each course module
- Students receive career assistance and support services
When: It begins on October 1, 2024 - February 6, 2025 from 6 - 9 p.m.
Where: Virtually on Tuesdays & Thursdays, and Asynchronous on Fridays
For more information on registering, please contact Jaunia Clarke at jclarke@hostos.cuny.edu.
*Registration is by appointment. Email us at chw@hostos.cuny.edu.
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, please click 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, November 6, at 6 PM
Wednesday, December 4, at 6 PM
In-Person Sessions at 560 Exterior Street
Wednesday, November 13, at 6 PM
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Submitted by Colette Atkins
Golf Outing Inspires a Generous October Matching Gift
This year’s Golf Outing Classic happened to coincide with Title Sponsor Jorge Madruga's birthday. When we surprised him with a cake, he chose to mark the occasion by surprising us with an additional $15,000 matching gift! Through October 31, any gift to the Foundation will be matched dollar for dollar up to $15,000. Thank you to Mr. Madruga and the Madruga Foundation Inc. for your generosity! To make a gift, visit www.GivetoHostos.com.
Hostos Board Member Receives Book Award
Hostos Community College Board member Rafael Rivera-Viruet received the 2024 National Association of Book Entrepreneurs (NABE) Pinnacle Book Award for Best Biography. In “Dream Chaser: Numbers...is Everything!” Mr. Rivera-Viruet takes readers on a “road trip through all the wonderful experiences [he’s] had.” This outstanding accomplishment was highlighted by the Bronx Times.
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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).
President Cocco De Filippis to be Recognized at Power Women of the Bronx Event
Congratulations to our President Daisy Cocco De Filippis, who will be recognized as an ICON at the Power Women of the Bronx event on Thursday, October 23, at Villa Barone Manor. This event will honor influential trailblazers from various industries for their impact on business, community, and leadership. Read more about it here.
Congratulations, Stephanie!
This week, we enjoyed learning about the inspiring life journey of alumna Stephanie Oliveira de Araújo ‘24, who recently published the book “Wherever You Go Bloom,” recounting her life moving from Brazil to the United States. Read more about it here.
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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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Volleyball
Hostos vs BMCC
Date | Time: Tuesday, October 15 | 6 PM
Location: Gymnasium
Description: Home Volleyball Game
Basketball starts in November!
Save the following dates to support the Caimans:
Hostos vs Dutchess CC
Date | Time: Tuesday, November 12 | 6 PM [Women] and 8 PM [Men]
Location: Gymnasium
Description: Home Basketball Game
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
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Title: TODAY! Chamber Music Society at Lincoln Center: Calidore String Quartet
Date | Time: Friday, October 11 | 7 PM
Location: Main Theater
Description: Join the Calidore String Quartet as they dive into the first three string quartets written by Ludwig van Beethoven. These early works already contain the ingredients of Beethoven’s revolutionary drama. This program has been made possible through the Diamonstein-Spielvogel Initiative for Music and Community Engagement. This is a free event.
Title: HISPANIC/LATINX HERITAGE MONTH | Leadership and Legacy: Inspiring the Change
Date | Time: Tuesday, October 15 | 9 AM
Location: Hostos Cafeteria (C-building, third floor)
Description: Wrap up Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month with Community Relations, Health and Wellness, and the Neighborhood Association for Intercultural Affairs (NAICA)! Come and enjoy a delicious breakfast and informative panels about the role of leadership, wellness, and much more for the Latinx community! Limited seating available. To RSVP, email Fabian Wander, Director of Hostos’ Health and Wellness Center, at fwander@hostos.cuny.edu by today, Friday, October 11 at noon.
Title: International Pronouns Day – A Celebration of Inclusive and Affirming Language
Date | Time: Wednesday, October 16 | 1 - 3 PM
Location: A-Atrium
Description: International Pronouns Day is celebrated annually on the third Wednesday of October. We aim to celebrate the day with an awareness campaign spanning all levels of the campus community. We will enlist the campus community to wear buttons displaying their pronouns and encourage everyone to engage with each other! Refreshments will be provided.
Title: IPR/HE Talent Showcase | La Gran Fiesta
Date | Time: Thursday, October 17 | 2 PM
Location: Repertory Theater
Description: The Institute for the Puerto Rican/Hispanic Elderly (IPRHE) showcases the incredible talents of older adults who have participated in their 12-week performing arts program. Through theater, dance, and vocal lessons, these participants have honed their skills, boosted their mental sharpness, and improved their physical well-being. This talent showcase is a celebration of creativity, resilience, and the joy of lifelong learning. Free and open to the public. Register here.
Title: Senate Meeting – October
Date | Time: Thursday, October 17 | 3:30 PM
Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room
Title: Calpulli Mexican Dance Company’s Día de los Muertos Performance
Date | Time: Saturday, October 26 | 8 PM - Sunday, October 27 | 3 PM
Location: Main Theater
Description: In this spectacular production, the Calpulli Mexican Dance Company explores a love story that spans the boundary between the living and the departed. A loving couple falls victim to treachery and is separated, seemingly forever. The young woman enters Mictlán — the underworld of Aztec mythology — where the mesmerizing Catrina reigns as queen. Folkloric and classical music mix with vibrant dances, colorful costumes, makeup and beautiful set pieces to relate this story of love. Free admission for Hostos students, faculty, and staff! Call 718-518-4455 for free tickets. For Saturday, October 26, get tickets here. For Sunday, October 27, go here.
Title: Flora Campesina: A Concert by Puerto Rican Cuatro Player Fabiola Méndez
Date | Time: Saturday, November 2 | 8 PM
Location: Repertory Theater
Description: Cuatro player and composer Fabiola Méndez will arrive in New York City with a contemporary tribute to Puerto Rican folk music as part of the concert tour Flora Campesina, her new musical project. During her concert, the singer-songwriter will share songs from her fourth musical release, where she blends traditional Puerto Rican genres, such as danza, seis, bomba, pasillo, and guaracha, with jazz and modern Afro-Caribbean rhythms. Tickets for the concert are already on sale at www.boritix.com and will also be available on the Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture website soon.
Title: Book Presentation: “American Shield” by Sargeant Aquilino Gonell
Date | Time: Monday, November 11 | 1 - 2 PM
Location: FDR Room (C-312)
Description: Join us for the book presentation of “American Shield,” the life story of Aquilino Gonell, a Dominican immigrant, former U.S. Army soldier, and Iraq War veteran. For seventeen years, he was a United States Capitol Police Officer and was one of four police officers who testified before the House Select Committee investigating the January 6 insurrection. Refreshments will be served.
Title: NEW DATE | The Office of Alumni Relations Presents: the Hostos Laugh-A-ThON!
Date | Time: Thursday, November 14 | 6 PM
Location: SoBro Gardens | 26 Bruckner Blvd., Bronx, NY 10454
Description: Please save the date for the Office of Alumni Relations’ Laugh-A-ThON! Come out for a night of fun, fellowship, and fundraising, and let's turn laughter into opportunities. Grab your tickets now, bring your friends, and get ready to laugh a ton for a wonderful cause! Appetizers will be provided, and each ticket holder will receive one complimentary beverage. Get your tickets and learn more here.
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: Senate Meeting – November
Date | Time: Thursday, November 21 | 3:30 PM
Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room
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: Senate Meeting – December
Date | Time: Thursday, December 19 | 3:30 PM
Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room
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