Friday, October 24, 2025 | Vol. 11, No. 9 | | MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT DAISY COCCO DE FILIPPIS | | |
My Dear Colleagues and Students,
These are just a few words to say how delighted I am to know that Spring 2026 registration began on Monday, October 20. This is a good time to work together — faculty, students, and advisors — to ensure that all support is in place for a successful completion of classes in the fall semester, and that students engage in planning for the next. We are offering 1051 sections, 65% in person and the rest online, asynchronous, synchronous, hybrid, etc. There are 187 sections that start after 5 p.m. and 60 over the weekend. Thank you all for ensuring our continuing students find the right classes at the time most convenient.
I note that life is in full bloom at the College with so many of our students and colleagues engaged in social and academic interactions throughout the buildings. Hope and engagement are thriving at Hostos.
Mil gracias y bendiciones,
Daisy Cocco De Filippis, Ph.D.
President
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“Phenomenal Woman”
By Maya Angelou
Pretty women wonder where my secret lies.
I’m not cute or built to suit a fashion model’s size
But when I start to tell them,
They think I’m telling lies.
I say,
It’s in the reach of my arms,
The span of my hips,
The stride of my step,
The curl of my lips.
I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.
I walk into a room
Just as cool as you please,
And to a man,
The fellows stand or
Fall down on their knees.
Then they swarm around me,
A hive of honey bees.
I say,
It’s the fire in my eyes,
And the flash of my teeth,
The swing in my waist,
And the joy in my feet.
I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.
Men themselves have wondered
What they see in me.
They try so much
But they can’t touch
My inner mystery.
When I try to show them,
They say they still can’t see.
I say,
It’s in the arch of my back,
The sun of my smile,
The ride of my breasts,
The grace of my style.
I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.
Now you understand
Just why my head’s not bowed.
I don’t shout or jump about
Or have to talk real loud.
When you see me passing,
It ought to make you proud.
I say,
It’s in the click of my heels,
The bend of my hair,
the palm of my hand,
The need for my care.
’Cause I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.
Source: The Complete Collected Poems of Maya Angelou (Random House Inc., 1994).
| | MESSAGE FROM STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SGA) PRESIDENT NICHELLE HEMPHILL | | |
Hello, Everyone!
As Student Government President, I share this message not just as a leader, but as a witness to the incredible momentum we’re building together, one that is rooted in compassion, advocacy, and collective pride.
This month, we launched the Winter Coat Initiative in partnership with the Children’s Center, ensuring that families in our community stay warm and supported. It’s more than a donation drive; it’s a statement that no child should face the cold alone.
We also collaborated with Health and Wellness to host a reproductive health event, creating space for education, empowerment, and open dialogue. In a time when access and autonomy are under threat, this event reminded us that knowledge is a form of care.
On October 30, we’re partnering with the Counseling Center to offer resources and support that focus on mental health and student well-being. Because healing and success go hand-in-hand. Also on the 30th, SGA is hosting Hostoween, a celebration of creativity, community, and campus spirit. Costumes, connection, and joy — come through! We have more information at our booth on the C-building’s third floor. Follow us on Instagram as well (@sgacares)!
We’re excited to have welcomed Puerto Rican artist Kayleen Berry to campus, whose presence reminded us of the power of storytelling, resilience, and representation. Her visit sparked conversations that will echo far beyond that day.
We also celebrated the Hostos Scholarship Fund Golf Outing, a joyful event that raised critical funds for students who dare to dream. Every swing was a step toward equity and opportunity.
Looking ahead to November 6, we will host a Paint and Sip event, blending creativity and community in a space where students can unwind, express, and connect. Again, learn more about it by visiting us at our booth and following us on social media!
And finally, I want to take this opportunity to recognize October as Italian American Heritage Month— most definitely a time to honor the contributions, culture, and legacy of Italian Americans. Let’s continue to uplift all heritages that make Hostos a mosaic of brilliance.
More soon,
Nichelle
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Submitted by Research Programs Director Sofia Oviedo, Ph.D.
Afternoon of Peace & Poetry
The Office of the President and the Writing Center are delighted to announce an afternoon of Peace & Poetry on Tuesday, December 9, at 1 p.m. in the Savoy Multi-Purpose Room that will provide an opportunity for our very own Hostos poets — students, faculty, and staff — to come together to share their favorite poem or an original creation. For the past two years, the Peace & Poetry event has generated great joy amidst dignified reflection as our community joins together in sharing poems that resonate with our lived experiences, and our hopes and dreams for the future. Earlier this year the first publication, a compilation of the original works submitted by the poets who participated in the events was created, and will now continue to be issued as a biennial publication.
This year, we are adding a bilingual flair and inviting submissions of poetry in Spanish, as well as other languages spoken by members of our community. This will be a truly “Hostos” way of ushering in the end of the semester as we look to the holidays ahead. The announcement with the submission link can be found here. All who are interested in participating are invited to submit their poetry selection by Friday, November 14, 2025, for consideration. All members of the Hostos community are invited to join in this beautiful celebration as we gather to enjoy a delicious lunch and reflect on the inspirational power of poetry to nurture and uplift us.
| | INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS, RESEARCH AND ASSESSMENT (OIERA) | | |
Submitted by Assistant Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness Babette Audant, Ph.D.
Engaging with AI: Technical and Existential Opportunities
In the 2023-2028 Hostos Strategic Plan: Elevating Justice, Goal 4: Academic programs that balance intellectual growth and workforce preparedness, cites among five strategies, the “measure and develop[ment]” of “foreign language and technology competencies across majors.” The pairing of these two skill sets was intentional, since each aligns with career preparation and our institutional commitment to advancing socio-economic mobility (foreign language competencies were addressed on 10/10/25); this week the focus is on the development of technology skills, or, a related tangent.
At the time the Strategic Plan was written, the intention was to assess and strengthen technology skills within the context of particular degree programs and courses, and in relation to disciplinary context and employer expectations. This remains an important consideration that needs to be addressed and, since then, concerns about and appropriate roles for artificial intelligence, or AI, have eclipsed conversation about other discipline-appropriate technologies. Throughout Hostos, faculty and staff are exploring and discussing how AI changes (and in some cases, interrupts) learning, examining pedagogical strategies, outcomes measures and how we communicate the value of education to students. What are the benefits of engaging with course content, sustaining curiosity and unknowing, and risking failure? While these are the reasons most of us spend our lives in higher education, for at least some of our students, who are making daily choices about how their time and energy is allocated, completing the work may sometimes become the priority and AI makes this possible in new ways.
Institutionally, there are multiple sustained conversations taking place about AI including CTL’s (Center for Teaching and Learning) three-part workshop series about AI in the classroom. The English Department has developed one AI-enabled composition course and is working on another five that actively engage AI as a writing tool. Many faculty are creating assignments that invite students to use AI and practice the difference between appropriate and inappropriate applications. Documentation of these assignments, courses and strategies is something that OIERA can assist with (and yes, I’m sneaking in an invitation to participate — please reach out if you have something in mind!), whether it be the development of draft policies to include on syllabi or considerations about what it means to give exams in online asynchronous courses or how to assign work of any kind that thwarts unwanted use of AI and rewards students for slowing down and taking time to think critically.
These are technical questions and deeply existential ones as many of us do our own explorations in how AI can be a powerful tool that supports research, or saves time otherwise spent on administrative tasks, leaving more time for reflection, writing, or engaging with students - and how AI can be understood as part of an ongoing and accelerating evolving integration of humanity and the machines we build. As we adapt, inquire, engage and discover the ways in which AI is applied, excluded and engaged with across Hostos, we are creating opportunities to actively share, assess and sustain conversations about what these tools could and should be used for, as well as their limitations, illuminations and hallucinations.
| | OFFICE OF GOVERNMENTAL AND EXTERNAL AFFAIRS | | |
Submitted by Director Eric Radezky, Ph.D.
Governor Hochul Warns Against Scams Targeting New York’s Inflation Refund Checks
This week’s update comes from the Office of Governor Kathy Hochul.
Scammers are sending text messages, voice messages, emails and direct mail to taxpayers falsely claiming that New Yorkers must submit personal payment information in order to receive a New York State inflation refund check, supposedly so revenue agencies can deposit money into a taxpayer's bank account. The New York State Tax Department and the IRS will not call or text New Yorkers with requests for any personal information. View an example of this text message so you know what to look out for.
Eligible New Yorkers do not need to apply, sign up or do anything to receive an inflation refund check. If you filed a tax return, are below the income thresholds and no one else claimed you as a dependent, you will receive a check. For more information on eligibility and other details, visit the New York State Tax Department's webpage at ny.gov/inflationrefund.
If you receive one of these messages appearing to be from the Tax Department, block the sender, delete the message, and report this scam to the Tax Department or IRS.
Report Scams
If you’ve been scammed or think you’ve received an email, phone call or text that seems suspicious, report it. For more taxpayer scam information, visit the Division of Consumer Protection's Taxpayer Scam webpage. For additional identity theft prevention and mitigation resources, call the Consumer Helpline at 800-697-1220 or visit the Division’s Identity Theft Prevention and Mitigation Program webpage.
| | OFFICE OF COMPLIANCE AND DIVERSITY | | |
Submitted by Chief Diversity Officer Philip Oliveri, Esq.
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Observed each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) celebrates the contributions of America’s workers with disabilities and recognizes supportive, inclusive employment policies and practices that benefit employers and employees. Accordingly, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, a landmark federal law aimed to protect and empower people with disabilities in the US by prohibiting employment discrimination against individuals with disabilities. Moreover, Section 504 of the aforementioned Rehabilitation Action also requires educational institutions to provide equal access and reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities, such as ramps, interpreters, and modified tests.
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Submitted by Interim Provost and VP Andrea Fabrizio, Ph.D.
CUNY Cultural Corps – Spring 2026 Applications
Submitted by Career Services Director Lisanette Rosario
Applications for the Spring 2026 CUNY Cultural Corps are open until October 31, 2025! Earn $20/hour (March–May 2026) while gaining experience in NYC’s arts and cultural institutions in areas including:
- Development & Fundraising
- Education & Public Programs
- Communications & Marketing
- Curatorial & Exhibitions
- Production Management
Requirements: 2.5 GPA, 15+ credits, resume, and two short responses.
Apply at cuny.edu/CulturalCorps and visit Career Services (D-210) for resume help and application support. Questions? Email culturalcorps@cuny.edu.
Proyecto Access Continues with Funding from NYSED
Great news! Earlier this year, Proyecto Access secured renewed funding from NYSED to serve 264 STEP students and 124 CSTEP undergraduates annually for the next five years. With a continued focus on academic excellence, mentorship, and community engagement, the Hostos STEP and CSTEP Summer Programs remain steadfast in preparing and empowering the next generation of STEM leaders. Overall, the CSTEP Summer 2025 Workshop Series provides a superb example of the type of dynamic and inclusive platform that was provided for 70 Hostos undergraduates to explore emerging STEM fields, apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges, and build connections with professionals and peers. The 2025 summer series began with the “Cybersecurity Awareness Workshop” with visiting faculty from Miami Dade College. The series progressed to “From Data Preparation to Deployment: AI in Practice” with visiting faculty from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) and an industry expert from Deloitte. The series finished with a workshop “Anatomy and Physiology: Exploring Human Biology.” With such a wonderful series of workshops offered in Summer 2025, we cannot wait to learn what CSTEP will plan for Summer 2026.
| | STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT (SDEM) | | |
Submitted by VP Althea Sterling, Ed.D.
Athletics and Recreation
Interested in Joining a Team?
Winter and Spring sports are gearing up, and we’re looking for new talent! If you’re passionate about athletics and want to get involved, reach out to our coaches for more information.
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Women’s Basketball: Coach Dwight Shaw – Dwshaw@hostos.cuny.edu
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Men’s Volleyball: Coach Jhonnattan Fernandez – JFernandez@hostos.cuny.edu
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Track & Field: Coach Bryce Holland – Bryceholland2.1@gmail.com
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Esports: Coach Cristopher Garzon – crisga1998@gmail.com
Fall Intramurals
Join us every Wednesday morning, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., for open play pickleball — fun, fitness, and friendly vibes for all skill levels!
Stay connected with Hostos Athletics keep up with the latest game schedules, and team updates. Visit the Hostos Athletic Department website regularly for real-time information: https://hostosathletics.com.
Health and Wellness
Family Empowerment Program (FEP)
Are you expecting or parenting children ages 0–14?
FEP is the first program of its kind in CUNY, dedicated to helping students who are pregnant or parenting. The goal is to ensure that you can maintain a healthy lifestyle, be a nurturing parent, and succeed in your studies while completing your Associate’s Degree.
What We Offer:
- Individualized Case Management
- Social Work Services & Advocacy
- Educational Workshops & Emotional Support
- Connections to Hostos and Community Resources
Our Vision
We aim to provide parents with the tools and support they need to succeed academically and elevate their families out of poverty. Education is key, and we’re here to help make it happen.
FEP Office Location
We’ve moved! Visit us in the A Building, Basement, Room A-016. For appointments, contact Christeen Francis, LCSW, CCM, at chfrancis@hostos.cuny.edu or call 718-518-4474.
We’re here to help you balance parenthood and education — let’s make your future brighter!
Scholarships
Unlock Your Future: Scholarship Opportunities Await! Hostos Community College’s internal scholarships are now available with 21 opportunities for students! Don't miss your chance to secure funding to help with your education.
Why Apply?
These scholarships can ease your financial burden and open new opportunities. Whether for tuition, expenses, or making college life easier, there's something for everyone.
External Scholarship Opportunities
- Fashion Scholarship Fund (Deadline: 12/31/2025)
$5,000 for Business Management students pursuing fashion-related studies.
- Belle Zeller Scholarship (Deadline: 2/27/2026)
$5,000 for full-time CUNY undergraduates with a 3.75 GPA or higher.
How to Apply: Visit hostos.academicworks to explore and apply. For assistance, contact Marina Esquilin, Scholarship Assistant Director, at 718-518-4166 or email mesquilin@hostos.cuny.edu.
I Stand With Immigrants Event
Join us on November 5 from 12 - 3 p.m. at the A-Atrium to show support for immigration and highlight its positive impact on our communities and economy.
Student Leadership
Level Up Your Leadership This November. Upcoming Leadership Workshops!
Looking to boost your confidence, communication, and career skills? Don't miss out on opportunities to enhance your leadership, speak with confidence, and manage your time and energy effectively.
Title: From Intention to Impact: The Laws of Growth w/ Jessica Janniere
Date | Time: November 7 | 3 - 4 PM
Location: C-390
Description: Learn key principles from “The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth” and how resilience and intentionality shape lasting success.
Title: You Can't Pour From an Empty Cup w/ Christina Waszak
Date | Time: November 14 | 3 - 4 PM
Location: C-390
Description: Explore how self-awareness and self-care can help you lead others effectively by first taking care of yourself.
Title: Unlock The Power of Perspective w/ Arel Moodie
Date | Time: TBD
Location: C-390
Description: Learn how to transform challenges into opportunities with a shift in perspective.
Title: Leadership: Leading with Presence, Clarity and Awareness w/ Yunerys Liriano
Date | Time: December 12 | 3 - 4 PM
Location: C-390
Description: Discover the importance of self-leadership and how mindful leadership builds stronger, more collaborative teams.
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| ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE (ADM) | | |
Submitted by SVP Esther Rodríguez-Chardavoyne
The Re-Inventory Process
Re-inventory is a process performed each calendar year (January through December), not fiscal or academic year. The asset management team, which is under the Procurement department, goes to each campus building starting in January to take stock of college assets and equipment, including loaner devices, and enters them into the CUNY inventory system. This process is mandatory and critical for the College’s compliance and inventory records.
This calendar year 2025, the asset management team has been able to begin the re-inventory process much earlier in order to meet the December deadline. Therefore, even though you may have had your loaner device/equipment scanned last year, they will need to be scanned again for the 2025 re-inventory.
As a reminder, the Asset Management team will have a table in the A-Atrium to scan Hostos loaner devices on the following dates:
Monday, October 27 | 10 AM - 3 PM
Tuesday, October 28 | 10 AM - 3 PM
Hostos loaner devices are any devices/equipment purchased through Hostos, whether with grant/research funds or tax levy funds. If you are not available to come in on the above dates, please contact Edita Makolli (emakolli@hostos.cuny.edu) to make alternate arrangements.
Your understanding and cooperation is essential and greatly appreciated.
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Submitted by VP Evelyn Fernández-Ketcham, Ph.D., LCSW
Calling on Volunteers
Since 2018 Hostos has been a meal distribution center in collaboration with God's Love We Deliver on Thanksgiving Day. Volunteer to help deliver 12,000 festive Thanksgiving meals and gifts to clients living with severe and chronic illnesses.
On Thursday, November 27, 2025, volunteer drivers are needed to pick up meals from Hostos and deliver them to 6-8 households in the Bronx on Thanksgiving morning.
Please sign up to join this wonderful effort! Two shifts are available; more details can be found on the signup pages.
Thanksgiving Volunteer Driver: Hostos Community College 9:30am shift (Bronx)
Thanksgiving Volunteer Driver: Hostos Community College 10:00am shift (Bronx)
Watch our press release about CEWD's ConEd grant picked up by News12 here.
Attend one or all CEWD History of Latin Jazz and Latin Music Seminars
Taught by Joe Conzo Sr., a noted music historian, producer, and author of “Mambo Diablo: My Journey with Tito Puente.” During this seminar, participants will learn about the impact of Latin music pioneers and artists, as well as how this musical genre has evolved since the 1930s. Periodically, special guests are invited to speak with students.
The seminar will meet here from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. via Zoom on Saturdays:
October 25
November 1
November 15
November 22
December 6
December 13
Announcement
The CEWD Fall 2025 Catalog is available. Please click here, to browse our online catalog.
CEWD Information Sessions
To learn more about CEWD’s program offerings, attend one of our upcoming Information Sessions:
Wednesday, Nov. 12, 12:30 PM (Virtual)
Wednesday, Dec. 10, 12:30 PM (Virtual)
Wednesday, Jan. 7, 6 PM (In-Person)
Saturday, Jan. 10, 11 AM (Virtual)
To register for a session, visit https://tinyurl.com/HostosCEWD.
| | INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT (DIA) | | |
Submitted by VP Colette Atkins
CUNY Tuesday is December 2 — Make your plan to give today!
CUNYTuesday is a perfect opportunity to renew your commitment or start a recurring monthly gift to Hostos. Your donation can fund your favorite scholarship or help vital student services like the Food Pantry at Hostos. To set up your pledge or recurring gift, contact Development Officer Idelsa Mendez at imendez@hostos.cuny.edu today.
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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).
Winter Coat Collection Initiative is Accepting Donations!
In the spirit of our mission, Dr. Charles Drago, Dr. Jacqueline DiSanto, and SGA President Nichelle Hemphill and Xyannie De La Rosa R.N, are currently accepting gently used winter coats, snowsuits, hats, and gloves ranging from 3 months to 5 years old in size. If you are interested in donating, you can find clearly labeled drop boxes located in the Early Childhood Education room (A107), the SGA President's office (room C534), and the College Children’s Center (Room 109A). The drop-off times are from 9 AM to 5 PM. Once collected, the coats will be sorted by size and provided to students who need their children to keep warm in the winter months. We kindly request that any donations be in gently used condition. Diapers are also needed, all sizes. and can also be dropped off in the boxes listed above.
Please note that collection drop boxes will be placed from Monday, October 20, 2025, to November 14, 2025. If you have any questions, please contact Charlie Drago at 718-518-4114 or the SGA President at 626-719-6151.
Hostos Community College and Baruch College Celebrate the Launch of the Hostos-Baruch Business Academy
On Wednesday, October 15, a remarkable milestone was celebrated as Hostos Community College and Baruch College, both distinguished institutions within The City University of New York (CUNY) system, officially launched the Hostos-Baruch Business Academy! Read more here.
Hostos Recognizes Italian American Heritage with Celebration of Culture, History, and Scholarship
Hostos Community College proudly celebrated Italian American Heritage Month with an afternoon webinar that brought together faculty, students, and special guests to honor the enduring influence of Italian culture and the immigrant experience in America on Wednesday, October 15. Read more 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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Don’t miss these upcoming matchups in the Gymnasium!
Women’s Basketball Game
Date | Time: Saturday, November 1 | 2 PM
Location: Gymnasium
Description: Women’s Basketball vs Community College of Rhode Island
Basketball Double Header
Date | Time: Tuesday, November 4 | 6 PM & 8 PM
Location: Gymnasium
Description: Men’s & Women’s Basketball vs Kingsborough Community College
Basketball Double Header
Date | Time: Tuesday, November 6 | 6 PM & 8 PM
Location: Gymnasium
Description: Men’s & Women’s Basketball vs Bronx Community College
Basketball Double Header
Date | Time: Tuesday, November 13 | 6 PM & 8 PM
Location: Gymnasium
Description: Men’s & Women’s Basketball vs Suffolk Community College
Basketball Double Header
Date | Time: Tuesday, November 18 | 6 PM & 8 PM
Location: Gymnasium
Description: Men’s & Women’s Basketball vs LaGuardia Community College
Men’s Basketball Game
Date | Time: Tuesday, December 6 | 2 PM
Location: Gymnasium
Description: Men’s & Women’s Basketball vs Sullivan Community College
Basketball Double Header
Date | Time: Tuesday, December 11 | 6 PM & 8 PM
Location: Gymnasium
Description: Men’s & Women’s Basketball vs Nassau Community College
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Title: Full Circle Souljahs
Date | Time: Saturday, October 25 | 7:30 PM
Location: Repertory Theater
Description: Bronx dance legends Kwikstep and Rokafella reunite for a groundbreaking hip-hop choreography performance, blending street dance traditions with deep cultural roots and honoring the Bronx origins of the art form.
Title: Bellas Leadership Summit
Date | Time: Thursday, October 30 | 9:30 AM - 4 PM
Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room
Description: Hosted by the Bellas Foundation, this exciting summit is designed to help students and young professionals enhance their leadership skills, connect with top companies and industry experts, and discover new career and internship opportunities. Enjoy a fireside chat with Sasha Merci — comedian, actress, writer, and producer — and be inspired by keynote speaker Cristina Contreras, Chief Executive Officer of NYC Health + Hospitals, Lincoln. RSVP here.
Title: Non-Traditional Careers Event
Date | Time: Thursday, October 30 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: C-Lobby
Description: Explore non-traditional career paths with Career Services, NYC Men Teach and more.
Title: Behavioral Sciences Unit - In-Person Liberal Arts Options Info Session
Date | Time: Thursday, October 30 | 3:30 PM
Location: B-501
Description: Faculty members and students will introduce the Liberal Arts Options available in the Behavioral Sciences Unit. Sponsored by the Behavioral Sciences Unit.
Title: Leyendas de la Bachata: Odilio González y Leonardo Paniagua
Date | Time: Saturday, November 1 | 8 PM
Location: Main Theater
Description: Two icons of one of the world’s most beloved musical genres come together for an unforgettable and historic night at Hostos Center. Odilio González, “El Jibarito de Lares” (Puerto Rico), and Leonardo Paniagua, “La Institución” (Dominican Republic), will share the stage to perform their timeless classics, such as “El rostro mío,” “Celos sin motive, “Chiquitita,” “Amada amante,” and more. Special guest artists include New York favorite Chicho Severino, known for his signature style and energy, and rising star Diony Chávez, bachata’s breakout artist of the year. This special concert also marks the farewell performance of Odilio González, an artist whose legacy has defined generations. Hosted by acclaimed TV presenter Roberto Gerónimo. Get tickets here. There are no discounts available for this event.
Title: Liberal Arts A.A. Alumni Career Talk Panel
Date | Time: Thursday, November 3 | 11 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: C-391
Description: Alumni speakers who graduated with an A.A. in liberal arts will reflect on their experiences as a Hostos student and how their degree prepared them for their current careers. They will share their advice for transferring to four-year schools, job seeking, and career advancement.
Title: Puerto Rican Heritage Month | Julia Vive
Date | Time: TWO SHOWINGS on Wednesday, November 5 | 2 PM & 7 PM
Location: Repertory Theater
Description: Join us for a special viewing of the documentary, “Julia VIVE,” honoring Puerto Rico’s national poet, Julia de Burgos. The film combines fictional vignettes with archival footage and academic interviews, and explores her life, activism, and posthumous fame in Puerto Rico, Cuba, and New York. The event will include a Q&A with director Álvaro Calderón Martinez moderated by theater professor Ángel Morales, and a poetry performance by Julissa Bernabe AKA Pō’edik, who is a proud member of the Hostos family through her father, Arnaldo Bernabe, Chief of Public Safety.
Title: Fall 2025 Industry Summit: Arts Administration and the Digital Arts
Date | Time: Thursday, November 13 | 9 AM - 12 PM
Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room
Description: Thinking of launching a career in the arts? Join Hostos Community College for this fall’s industry summit! Speakers will deliver valuable information on exploring careers, curriculum innovations, and opportunities for networking and collaboration in the arts administration and digital arts fields. More details coming soon.
Title: Hostos Alumni Karaoke Night
Date | Time: Thursday, November 13 | 5:30 PM
Location: Marisco Centro
Description: Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, laughter, and Hostos pride all in support of the Hostos Alumni Fund for Student Transfer Scholarships! Proudly sponsored by Kofee NYC, this event is more than just karaoke — it is a chance to build a stronger, more connected Hostos alumni community. Your $30 ticket includes a delicious spread of appetizers and a refreshing beverage of your choice, a perfect fuel for an evening of fun and entertainment. Register and purchase tickets here.
Title: Danza Fiesta – Annual South Bronx Folk Festival
Date | Time: Saturday, November 15 | 3 PM
Location: Main Theater
Description: A vibrant festival celebrating Puerto Rican and South Bronx folk traditions, featuring music, dance, and cultural performances in the heart of the community.
Title: Nourishing Conversations
Date | Time: Thursday, November 20 | 2:30 PM
Location: Hostos Art Gallery
Description: An engaging conversation and food demonstration featuring a local chef. More information is coming soon.
Title: November 2025: College-wide Senate Meeting
Date | Time: Thursday, November 20 | 3:30 - 5 PM
Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room
Title: Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Date | Time: Thursday, December 4 | 2 PM
Location: C-building Lobby
Description: The Office of the President is pleased to invite you to our Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. The holiday magic will unfold with a heartwarming program filled with music, joy, and camaraderie.
Title: Spanish Harlem Orchestra – “Salsa Navidad”
Date | Time: Saturday, December 6 | 8 PM
Location: Main Theater
Description: A festive holiday salsa concert featuring beloved classics and new music. Led by this Grammy-winning ensemble, the show bridges traditional and contemporary sounds.
Title: Fall 2025 Peace & Poetry
Date | Time: Tuesday, December 9 | 1 PM
Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room
Description: The Office of the President and the Writing Center are delighted to announce an afternoon of Peace & Poetry that will provide an opportunity for our very own Hostos poets — students, faculty, and staff — to come together to share their favorite poem or an original creation. For the past two years, the Peace & Poetry event has generated great joy amidst dignified reflection as our community joins together in sharing poems that resonate with our lived experiences, and our hopes and dreams for the future.
Fall 2025 End of Semester All College Meeting
Date | Time: Thursday, December 11 | 2:30 – 5 PM
Location: Repertory Theater
Description: Come together as we reflect on the state of our College with insights from senior leadership. During this special gathering, we’ll also celebrate members of our community who embody the spirit of Hostos — those who have served with grace, dedication, and resilience — through the Manos a la Obra / All-Hands-on-Deck Awards. And to top it all off, enjoy a talent show showcasing the creativity and spirit of our community!
Title: December 2025: College-wide Senate Meeting
Date | Time: Thursday, December 20 | 3:30 - 5 PM
Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room
Title: Papo Vázquez – “Holiday Jazz & Latin Jazz Parranda”
Date | Time: Sunday, December 21 | 3 PM
Location: Main Theater
Description: Grammy-nominated and NEA Master Artist Papo Vázquez celebrates the holiday season with parranda music and Latin jazz–influenced holiday songs — a warm, inclusive celebration perfect for families.
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