Friday, September 1, 2023 | Vol. 7, No. 2

MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT DAISY COCCO DE FILIPPIS

My Dear Colleagues and Students,

As the first week of classes comes to an end, I am delighted to have you all back on campus. A special thank you to all who came together to receive our students. Enrollments are up. “Manos a la obra” (All-hands-on-deck) is at its best at Hostos. In case you didn’t get a chance to see it before, I am sharing with you my communications from last Friday, welcoming the campus community to a new semester.

WELCOME TO THE FALL 2023 SEMESTER AT HOSTOS COMMUNITY COLLEGE!

In-person or virtually – or, more than likely, both – you will begin or continue your studies in your chosen field. Your determination to bring new meaning and opportunity to your life has impelled you to take an active part in shaping your life, your vocation, and your destiny.

The College has provided a path to a brighter future and served as a source of life-transforming education since its founding in 1968. Our graduates pursue meaningful careers in the Bronx, in the greater New York area, throughout the United States, and around the world. 

A few examples will give you an idea of the diversity of interests possessed by Hostos students – and of their undeniable talents, skills, and dedication.

Class of 2013 Hostos Community College alumna Kay Bell was recently named the 2023-2025 Bronx Poet Laureate. Author of two poetry collections, Bell promotes the history of poetry in the Bronx and ignites a passion for creative expression through various community engagement events in the borough.

2023 Hostos graduate and men’s basketball player Tionne Palmer received a full scholarship to Lincoln University, an HBCU (Historically Black College and University) in Oxford, Pennsylvania.

This summer, ten Hostos students flew to Edinburgh, Scotland, to participate in Festival Fringe as part of the International Collegiate Theater Festival (ICTF). These stalwart troupers performed “What You Will,” a modern take on Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, written by James Zager and directed by Angel Morales.

Fatimah Bah, Yassine Gaye, José González, and Andre Watson, all graduates of the College’s Kaplan Leadership program, are continuing their academic studies at Cornell University, Princeton University, Rice University, and Yale University, respectively.

April witnessed the opening of the Hostos Research Center. The Center has long been a dream of mine because I’ve seen the crucial role research can play in the lives of both students and faculty. The Center supports such activities as developing research, writing grant applications, and creating professional development opportunities. The HRC will also host special research presentations, career fairs, and networking events.  

Hostos takes pride in its history and in its namesake:  Don Eugenio María de Hostos, the Puerto Rican philosopher, educator, man of letters and fighter for the independence of Puerto Rico. The College arose from the vision and activism of many Puerto Rican, Latino, and other supporters who believed the South Bronx deserved its own community college. We are proud of the quality of teaching and learning at Hostos, and of our work with community agencies to promote educational, labor, economic and community development initiatives. To that end, we offer programs designed to promote engagement both on campus and in our communities.

The Hostos catalog presents a rich offering of career and academic programs, including allied health sciences, digital design and animation, education, engineering, liberal arts and sciences, theater arts, and many other disciplines. Our talented and highly accomplished faculty, staff, and administrators support the goals of new and returning students alike. 

A new academic year brings exciting new opportunities for students, and I know this will be a challenging and rewarding experience for you. You are here to excel – and we are here to help you do exactly that. 

I wish you all the very best, whether this is your first day at Hostos or your final semester on the road to graduation.

It is a joy to welcome you to Hostos.

Mil gracias y bendiciones,

Daisy Cocco De Filippis, Ph.D.

President



A POEM TO REFLECT ON THE VALUE OF EDUCATION

MESSAGE FROM STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SGA) PRESIDENT KATHY DISLA

Hi Caimans, 

I hope your first week has been great! To drive our collective purpose, this academic year, we have adopted the acronym Hostos SGA C.A.R.E.S. Here are the details:

C for Community: Work to get the clubs to be more active so that students have more activities to participate in.  Also, promote athletic activities, volunteer events, and workshops to help create a greater sense of community for the students, staff, faculty, and administrators.

A for Awareness: Create a campaign to raise awareness about areas of the College, such as the offices that provide services, that some students might not know about (such as the swimming pool), and also identify individuals on campus who can help when students face personal or academic challenges.

R for Resources: Informed by Awareness, develop brochures, posters, and other materials to share with students about different offices (resources) like Hostos One Stop, the Scholarship Office, Career Services, etc. R also stands for Referendum, which is a plan that our group will work on this year to raise the current Student Activity Fee a little bit so that we may provide additional financial resources and services to students and the College.

E for Empathy: To listen to and consider the student body's concerns by putting ourselves in the other person’s shoes and thinking about how each individual must feel about opportunities and challenges on campus. This should allow us to work on programming for the great diversity on our campus and work with the clubs to help them create programming that will explore their values, traditions, and beliefs while also being empathetic to the community.

S for Service: As part of its mission, the SGA is responsible for serving the campus and the community. We hope to continue to partner with campus organizations that do volunteer work but also to enhance our service to the student body by giving campus tours, serving at our information booth, and even speaking on panels and supporting campus-based and community events.

This is still a work in progress, but through our conversations as a group and with you, and the student body, we believe that this is a good place to start.

Muchas gracias,

Kathy

CAIMAN CLUES

Weekly Tips & Reminders to Navigate Life at Hostos

Welcome to WEEK 2. By this time, we hope you all have had a chance to attend your classes, meet your professors, and maybe even get started on your homework! This week’s clues include some available academic support and events. Don’t forget to attend your classes, and we hope to see you all at our Virtual Welcome on Friday! 

Here are the Clues for the week: 

• New Students Virtual Orientation: Join us on Friday, September 1, at 11 a.m. Get information about the college experience, financial aid, technology, and tools to have a successful first year! Click here to Join: FYE Hostos Orientation with meeting code: 889055 (See the full agenda here). 

• Fall 2023 Class Schedule: The CUNYFirst Student Center “Course Planning and Enrollment” box confirms your current class enrollment and schedule. You will be able to view the class time, location, and instructor’s name. Here is a Student Center Navigation Guide and tutorial video.  

• Class Attendance Matters! Avoid WN grade (Withdrawn, Never Attended) in the first three weeks of classes. Your professor(s) are aware of in-person and online attendance. Attend class, access your Blackboard course link frequently, and keep open communication with the instructor/professor.    



• Online Learning Prep: “Are you Ready” is a virtual workshop designed to prepare students for taking an online course. Whether hybrid, synchronous, or asynchronous, this online self-paced course will cover a variety of topics that are essential to online learning at Hostos and CUNY. Start the course here. 

Have a safe Labor Day weekend!



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

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

Dear Students and Colleagues,

I hope that you have had a great first week of classes. As we begin this new semester, I am delighted to report that the new cohort for the NextGen Public Health Scholars 2+2+2 Program for 2023-24 has been selected. Please join me in congratulating Ansumana Jammeh and Renata Tedaldi, who this fall begin their academic journey to fulfilling their dreams of becoming public health professionals. Both students are majoring in liberal arts and sciences, with strong academic backgrounds, high levels of integrity and perseverance, and are deeply committed to advancing public health efforts that will make a difference in promoting the health and well-being of underserved communities. This is a well-deserved achievement for both of our students.

This fall also marks the launch of the expansion of Hostos’ transfer pathways programming with the support of a major federal grant that is funding transfer opportunities to four-year colleges through partnerships with City College and Queens College. Eleven students have been selected for this incredible opportunity, and along with our new cohort of NextGen Public Health Scholars, will receive financial support, resources, and guidance to ensure their educational success and preparation for the next stage of their academic and professional careers. There is much to celebrate at Hostos, and I look forward to sharing updates about Ms. MacKenzie Scott’s Gift: President’s Initiatives, including its achievements and new opportunities that can further propel our students to achieve their dreams.

Sincerely,

Sofia Oviedo, Ph.D.





OFFICE OF INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS, RESEARCH AND ASSESSMENT (OIERA)

Submitted by Dean Babette Audant, Ph.D.

Ensuring Equitable Access to Higher Education at Hostos: Making Good on Strategic Plan, Goal 1

Change is often easier to talk about and much harder to manifest because it requires a commitment to slowing down long enough to find the small solutions that make measurable outcomes. During the FA23 enrollment period, the Student Success Coaching Unit (SSCU) and the Registrar’s Office developed and set up what Professor Jacki DiSanto described as an “in-the-moment and collegial approach to helping our students: they created a Teams site that served as a triage site for student questions, issues, problems, and solutions. I was so glad I was included in the emails because I got to see how effective and committed our colleagues are to helping our students get the schedules they need.” Professor DiSanto added, “Graciano Matos [Senior Coach, SSCU] reached out to me because the coaches had been keeping waitlists; this led to our opening four additional [Health] sections…[the coaches] got the word out to students. Two sections were filled within 24 hours. The other two have healthy enrollments, and over 100 students were able to get a seat in a class that they needed. Additionally, questions and individual students’ needs were posted on this Team chat, and almost instantaneously, someone offered help or a lead. It was truly impressive.” The same system informed the addition of BIO230 sections, with Professor Julie Trachman in frequent contact with Mr. Matos and with the students on the waitlists.

The beauty of this real-time support is that courses are opened in response to student demand, and students know we are being responsive because someone is reaching out to let them know about a new section.

The first Goal of the new Strategic Plan is to ensure Equitable access to higher education at Hostos for our diverse student population, and a large part of that is removing barriers that prevent Hostos students from accessing the courses they need. These concrete steps of sharing data to inform actions are hard to quantify (yet) but are doing just that.



POLICY OF THE WEEK

Highlighting CUNY Policies You Should Know

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

CUNY Conflict of Interest Policy

It is the policy of the University that all of its activities shall be conducted in accordance with the highest standards of integrity and ethics and in a manner that will not reflect or appear to reflect adversely on the credibility, objectivity, or fairness of the University, its leadership, faculty or staff. Read more about this policy here.





OFFICE OF GOVERNMENTAL AND EXTERNAL AFFAIRS

Submitted by Director Eric Radezky, Ph.D.

Affordable Housing Opportunity: Application Deadline is September 12

An affordable housing lottery is open for the new Estela buildings located at 414 and 445 Gerard Avenue, within walking distance from Hostos. Thirty percent of the 550 apartments in the two buildings have been set aside for this housing lottery in two categories, households earning 80% and 130% of the Area Median Income (AMI). 

Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments are available through the lottery, with household sizes ranging from one to five people and annual household income limits ranging from $57,429 to $198,250. 

For more details on eligibility and to apply, please visit the NYC Housing Connect website to view the posting. If you have applied to other affordable housing lotteries through NYC Housing Connect in the past, you should already have an account set up, which will help streamline the application process. 

The deadline to apply is September 12, so if you are interested, act fast and don’t wait until the last minute. It sometimes takes a few days to gather all the information needed for an affordable housing application.

If you have any questions about these items, please email Dr. Radezky at eradezky@hostos.cuny.edu. 

OFFICE OF COMPLIANCE AND DIVERSITY (OCD)

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

This Week’s Policy is on Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination

The City University of New York (“University” or “CUNY”), located in a historically diverse municipality, is committed to a policy of equal employment and equal access in its educational programs and activities. Diversity, inclusion, and an environment free from discrimination are central to the mission of the University. It is the policy of the University—applicable to all colleges and units— to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and provide benefits to employees (including paid and unpaid interns) and to admit and provide services for students without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, partnership status, disability, genetic information, alienage, citizenship, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence/stalking/sex offenses, unemployment status, or any other legally prohibited basis in accordance with federal, state and city laws.  Read more in CUNY’s Policy on Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination.

OFFICE OF CAREER SERVICES

Submitted by Director Lisanette Rosario

Tips for Success: Making the Most of Career Services

We are excited to kick off another incredible academic year, and the Career Services team is here to support you every step of the way. Whether you're just beginning your journey or getting ready to graduate, our services are designed to empower you with the tools and resources needed to achieve your career goals. Here are 10 useful tips: 

1. Early Engagement: Don't wait until graduation is around the corner. Start utilizing our services from day one. The sooner you connect with us, the more time we have to guide you toward a successful career path.

2. Resume Building: Your resume is often your first impression to potential employers. Visit us to receive personalized guidance on creating a professional and impactful resume that highlights your skills, experiences, and accomplishments.

3. Mock Interviews: Nervous about interviews? Practice makes perfect. Schedule a mock interview with us to refine your interviewing skills, gain confidence, and receive valuable feedback to enhance your performance.

4. Job Search Strategies: We'll help you navigate the job market effectively. Learn how to search for opportunities, network, and stand out as a strong candidate in today's competitive job landscape.

5. Internships: Gain real-world experience through internships and externships. These opportunities can provide valuable insights into your chosen field and help you build a network of professional contacts.

6. Career Workshops and Events: Attend our workshops, webinars, and networking events. These sessions cover a wide range of topics, from industry trends to job search techniques, and offer a chance to connect with peers and professionals.

7. Personalized Advising: Our career advisors are here to provide one-on-one guidance tailored to your unique needs. Whether you're uncertain about your career path or need help with a specific job search issue, we're here to assist you.

8. Online Resources: Explore our online resources, including career assessment tools, job boards, and informational resources that can help you explore different career paths and industries.

9. Alumni Support: Even after you graduate, our support continues. Stay connected with us for ongoing career advice, job search assistance, and updates on industry trends.

10. Stay Persistent: The journey to a successful career might have its ups and downs, but perseverance pays off. Stay committed to your goals, and remember that our team is here to guide you through challenges and celebrate your achievements.

As you embark on this new academic year, remember that your future success is our priority. Visit the Career Services office in D-210 or explore our website to learn more about the various ways we can assist you on your journey. Let's make this year one filled with growth, learning, and endless possibilities!

Best wishes for a fantastic year ahead!

NEWS FROM THE DIVISIONS

OFFICE OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS (OAA)

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

Mindset Fellows and FFPP Mentors

The Office of Academic Affairs is proud to congratulate Professor Tram Nguyen from the English Department on being selected as a module developer for the CUNY Learning Mindsets Self-Paced Modules that will be available on Blackboard this Fall semester.

Further, OAA congratulates Professors Elizabeth Porter from the English Department and Natasha Yannacanedo from the Humanities Department on serving as CUNY Mindset Fellows. More information about mindset will be shared with the campus community during the Fall semester.

Additionally, heartfelt congratulations are extended to Professor Sarah Hoiland from Behavioral and Social Sciences for being selected as an FFPP Mentor. The FFPP program supports faculty from institutions across CUNY to develop their research and writing for publication purposes.



STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT (SDEM)

Submitted by VP La Toro Yates, Ph.D.

Message from VP Yates

How do we build culture? Culture is about having the right people, with the right experience, in the right jobs, and moving the culture through strategies, innovations, collaborations, open communication, and ideologies. We are building something great together at SDEM. Teamwork, partnerships, support, commitment, and mutual respect are evident as we work together to meet and exceed our goals. 

We are “la familia”; we know each other well, understand each other better, and recognize why and how we do what we do. We have seen a shift this past year and have made an impact, working towards our shared values and dedication to this institution and our students. I am proud to be part of this division, and I am pleased to have a team in the right place with the right skill set to continue to build on this SDEM culture.

Having said that, we are thrilled to have talent such as Brent Wilson join our SDEM family as the new Athletics Director. We look forward to working with Brent as we continue to keep up our championship momentum and build on our achievements, both on the court and in the classroom. Brent brings experience as a successful administrator and an accomplished college basketball Head Coach.

We are confident that Brent is the right person to take on leadership responsibilities in guiding our student-athletes. Please help us give a warm Hostos welcome to Brent!

He can be reached by email at bwilson@hostos.cuny.edu.

Caiman Direct: Virtual Student Services

Caiman Direct is committed to offering centralized virtual support services to students navigating the many facets of campus life while providing the tools necessary to continue and complete their educational journey. Students seeking information from Financial Aid, Registrars, Health and Wellness, Scholarships and grants, and Student Life can visit Caiman Direct online for immediate assistance. 

Mondays through Thursdays: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

No registration is required. Just join now here.

For more information, contact Marsha Milan-Bethel, Student Services Specialist, at (718) 664-2765 or via email at mmilanbethel@hostos.cuny.edu.

Children’s Center

The Hostos Children’s Center is open for the Fall 2023 semester. Children of student-parents can enroll their children ages zero through five. Hours of operation are 7:45 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Funding is available for student-parents to help with the cost. If space is available, faculty and staff can also enroll their children based on a sliding fee scale. Please reach out to Program & Family Coordinator Paulina Martinez for more information at 718-518-4209, or pmartinez@hostos.cuny.edu. 

Hostos One Stop

Food Pantry

If you or someone you know is experiencing food insecurity, please visit the Hostos Food Pantry. Appointments are available: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Wednesdays from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. For more information, contact Madeline Cruz at 718-518-4141 or mcruz@hostos.cuny.edu.

Grab & Go: Quick Bites between Classes

If you find yourself wanting or needing a snack in between classes, come visit the Grab & Go at the Food Pantry. Visit us at the Savoy Building, D-101, on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Wednesdays from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Health and Wellness

Health and Wellness Center is hosting its annual Wellness Festival, on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. The purpose of the Wellness Festival is to increase health awareness and disease prevention within our college community. Community organizations will be available to provide information on health and wellness-related services to the college community. 

The event will take place at Hostos Community College in the C-building lobby at 450 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10451. If you have any questions, please contact Fabian Wander, Director of Health & Wellness, at (718) 518-6567.

Scholarship Services

Great News! There are 17 scholarships available, just waiting for you to apply! To see which scholarships you are eligible for this semester, click here.

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, contact the Scholarship Office Coordinator, Marina Esquilin, at mesquilin@hostos.cuny.edu or by telephone at (718) 518-4166.

Transfer Services

Priority Deadlines for Transfer Applications is September 15! 

Get help during our transfer tabling or Walk-in Wednesdays, during our virtual application hour and tabling sessions, or come to C–512 (Tuesdays) for support with your application.

Virtual Transfer Application Hour

Every Tuesday, 12 – 1 p.m.

Zoom here.

Transfer Talks at C-512

Every Tuesday, 2 – 3 p.m. 

Walk-in Wednesdays

Every Wednesday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Tabling A-Atrium

Every Thursday, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.   

Don’t forget to follow Transfer Services on Instagram here.



SDEM Important Events

Accessibility Resource Center

Fall 2023 New Student Orientation

Thursday, September 7 | 1 PM to 3 PM | C–312 (Faculty Dining Room)

We welcome you to learn about our services and resources available to students with disabilities. To register click here. 

Student Activities 

Club Registration

The Office of Student Activities Fall 2023 Club Registration process begins today, Friday, August 25 to Friday, September 8. Interested students should pick up a Club Registration Form at the Student Activities Office (C-371) from Monday through Friday between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

POEM TO INSPIRE OUR COMMUNITY

Submitted by VP Yates, Ph.D.

“I, Too”

By Langston Hughes

I, too, sing America.

I am the darker brother.

They send me to eat in the kitchen

When company comes,

But I laugh,

And eat well,

And grow strong.

Tomorrow,

I’ll be at the table

When company comes.

Nobody’ll dare

Say to me,

“Eat in the kitchen,”

Then.

Besides,

They’ll see how beautiful I am

And be ashamed—

I, too, am America.

ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE (ADM)

Submitted by SVP Esther Rodríguez-Chardavoyne

IMPORTANT REMINDER: Let’s Maintain Our Campus Pest Free!



We take this opportunity to remind our College community members to be proactive and help maintain a healthy, safe, and pest-free campus. Bugs, rodents, and similar pests continue to be active in our surrounding environment, but we can all play a role in making sure that we do not extend our welcome to uninvited pests.

If we eliminate any food and nesting sources for rodents, the pests that are on campus will have no choice but to go for the bait, gels, or traps set up by the exterminator. Below are some things we can do in order to prevent or limit any uninvited guests, such as mice, ants, squirrels, and other rodents: 

• Pests love it when we leave crumbs, spills, and treats for them. Make sure messes are cleaned up promptly.

• Store food in air-tight containers and keep them in the fridge. Rodents have a remarkable sense of smell and can identify food even in tightly wrapped plastic or Ziploc bags.

• All appliances, such as toasters, ovens, stoves, microwaves, and refrigerators, should be cleaned daily.

• Garbage should be removed at least once daily.

• Be mindful of the accumulation of paper and cardboard boxes; rodents use these items for nesting.

• Notify facilities of any sightings of pests or pest droppings.

The exterminator is scheduled to come to campus weekly. If you have any sightings, please report them to Environmental Health and Safety Director Marya Shuksta at mshuksta@hostos.cuny.edu as soon as possible so the exterminator can attend to that area in their rounds. Thank you for your cooperation!



CONTINUING EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT (CEWD)

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

60 Students enroll in Google Career Certification Training through CEWD’s Hostos Information Technology (IT) Academy

The 60 students, who began their training on July 26, were selected from over 90 individuals who attended the online Registration/Information sessions. Seventeen of them are enrolled in the Data Analytics Certificate, twenty in the IT Support Certificate, and twenty-three in the Project Management Certificate.

The Google Career Certificate program is an online training program that offers professional certificates in fast-growing, high-demand technology fields. Designed by Google, the program is taught by experts in the areas of IT, user experience design, and project management and combines hands-on practice. In addition, job seekers receive support and practical tips for resumes, interviews, and job searches. The no-cost Google Career Certificates are completely online and self-paced. Many learners complete a Google Career Certificate in three to six months.

For more information, please contact Javier Saldana at jjsaldana@hostos.cuny.edu.



INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT (DIA)

Submitted by VP Colette Atkins

The 17th Annual Scholarship Fund Golf Outing Classic Happening on September 21!

The Hostos Community College Foundation’s 17th Annual Scholarship Fund Golf Outing Classic returns on Thursday, September 21, to Pelham Bay & Split Rock Golf Courses. Join us for a day of revelry and friendly competition while helping the Foundation to raise funds for scholarships at Hostos. To learn more and purchase tickets, visit www.hostosgolfouting.com. 

Want To Be a Mentor?

Hostos has partnered with iMentor to help current students and alumni mentor high school students in New York City public schools. For more information about the program and how to participate, contact Alumni Relations Manager Felix Sanchez at fsanchez@hostos.cuny.edu or click here.



Planned Giving to Hostos

If you have thought about including Hostos in your estate planning and would like to learn more about the many ways you can have a lasting impact on Hostos students, contact DIA VP Colette Atkins by phone at 718-518-4394 or via email at catkins@hostos.cuny.edu to discuss Hostos’ planned giving society.

BRAVO NEWS

Celebrating the Accomplishments of the Hostos Community

Hostos Team Participates in First Intramural eSports Competition at City College

Congratulations to our Hostos team that participated in the first Intramural eSports Competition at City College (CCNY) on August 19! Hostos was one of the four CUNY colleges that participated in this event, viewed remotely by people from over 59 cities worldwide. The squad played Valorant, a first-person tactical hero shooter game alongside other CUNY schools: CCNY, Baruch College, and Brooklyn College. The Harlem Gallery of Science and the Gaming Pathways Program at CCNY co-sponsored this competition, which seeks to create collaborative bridges between students and faculty interested in the gaming industry across CUNY. Go Caimans!

Comité Noviembre and Hostos Team Up for Inspirational Puerto Rico Trip

Two Hostos Community College students visited Puerto Rico in early August on a trip organized by Comité Noviembre (CN), a New York-based non-profit that commemorates and pays tribute to the island’s people and culture through many year-round cultural and pedagogical initiatives.  Students Christopher Castro and Austin Guillen traveled to Puerto Rico to learn about the country’s history, landmarks, and important people, as well as to get to know more about the flora and natural resources available on the land. 

Established in 1987, CN has been actively offering these types of educational opportunities to the youth, specifically through scholarships, study-abroad exchanges, and leadership development workshops on the island and in New York City. 

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.



EVENTS

Title: “Lecciones de vida: El pensamiento de Eugenio María de Hostos y su impacto hoy”

Date | Time: Tuesday, September 5 | 1:30 – 3:30 PM

Location: Hostos Research Center (C-130)

Description: Join President Cocco De Filippis and author of Don Eugenio María de Hostos' most recent biography, Marcos Reyes Dávila, to learn more about our dear Citizen of the Americas. Reference Librarian and Professor Jorge Matos will serve as moderator for the discussion. This event will be conducted in Spanish.

Title: Constitution Day

Date | Time: Tuesday, September 19 | 10 AM – 2 PM

Location: C-391

Description: Do you know all your constitutional rights? Don’t miss this informational trivia activity to test your knowledge in community!

Title: Hostos Academic Learning Center Open House

Date | Time: Wednesday, September 20 | 12 PM

Location: C–596

Description: Get to know the tutors and learn about their in-person and online tutoring services. There will be prizes!

Title: Book Presentation “Hechos y documentos sobre la presencia judía en República Dominicana”

Date | Time: Wednesday, September 20 | 2 PM

Location: Faculty Dining Room (FDR)

Description: Join Doctor Herbert Stern Díaz for a presentation about his most recent book on Jewish people in the Dominican Republic throughout the centuries. Hostos President Daisy Cocco De Filippis will join him and offer remarks about this impactful topic in Dominican migratory history. This event will be conducted in Spanish.

Title: 2023 Golf Outing

Date | Time: Thursday, September 21 | Shotgun 12 PM, Cocktails/Dinner 5:30 PM

Location: Pelham Bay & Split Rock Golf Courses

Description: Register for the 17th Annual Hostos Community College Foundation Golf Outing Classic. Funds raised during the event will support scholarships at Hostos. Go here for registration.

Title: Play "Of Love and Resistance"

Date | Time: Friday, September 22 | 7 PM

Location: Black Box Theater

Description: "Of Love and Resistance" is a compelling play inspired by true events, delving into the harrowing impact of the Chilean Coup of 1973 on one family torn apart by imprisonment and political strife. Through the ordeal of Tomás and his pregnant wife Sonia, the play unveils the harsh realities of state-sponsored brutality and the role of the United States in supporting the rise of General Augusto Pinochet’s dictatorship. The play allows us to reflect on the universal struggle for justice and human rights. Currently in workshop, "Of Love and Resistance" commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Chilean Coup D’état, opening a space for dialog, memory and creativity. Presented in English. Free admission. Register here. Eric Avilés is a CRNY artist-in-residence at Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture.

Title: Stated Meeting of the College

Date | Time: Wednesday, September 27 | 3 PM

Location: Savoy Multipurpose Room

Title: Angel Papote Alvarado y Grupo Esencia

Date | Time: Saturday, September 30 | 7:30 PM

Location: Main Theater

Description: In their Hostos Center debut, Ángel “Papote” Alvarado y el Grupo Esencia will celebrate 25 years of performing and recording their dynamic style of hard-hitting, danceable Bomba, Plena and Salsa. These Latin Grammy nominees released their seventh album El tren de la sabrosura in 2022 to high praise and recognition, winning the prestigious "Best Album of the Year" from Puerto Rico's Fundación Nacional para La Cultura Popular. Joining them is special guest artist Hector “Pichie” Pérez – the Bronx-born “sonero” and 30-year lead singer of La Sonora Ponceña. This culturally rich evening will resonate with fans - young and old - of contemporary Bomba, Plena, Salsa and Afro-Caribbean music. Get tickets here.

Title: Panel “¡Ser intelectual hoy! Arte y sociedad”

Date | Time: Tuesday, October 17 | 3 – 5 PM

Location: Longwood Art Gallery

Description: Author Chiqui Vicioso, Hostos President Cocco De Filippis, Professor Humberto Ballesteros, and Professor Inmaculada Lara Bonilla will engage in conversation about their recent publications and research. This is a bilingual event (English-Spanish).

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