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TUESDAY BRIEF | 4/12/22

TRENDING @CUNYEDU

This CUNY trailblazer and activist is the first registered nurse in a wheelchair in New York state 💪

CUNY IN THE NEWS

Chancellor Matos Rodríguez visited this CUNY’s renowned Holocaust Center , exploring a sobering new exhibition on the Nazi mechanism of terror and extermination. — QNS

This CUNY alum has fought for LGBTQI+ rights for the past three decades. Learn about her vast activist efforts and leadership of her alma mater’s gay and lesbian organization. — Cosmopolitan

A rare cancer diagnosis transformed this CUNY alum’s approach to his art. Read about his journey toward healing with the use of indigenous practices. — The New York Times

These twin "Brujas of Brooklyn" and CUNY professors facilitate healing for women though yoga, meditation and workshops. Read about their teachings. — Parents Magazine

A new installation at this CUNY college's art museum explores NYC homelessness with materials like upcycled clothing and eviction notices. Explore some of the unique and data-driven pieces. —Hyperallergic

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STUDENT CENTER

Seon Pollard, Hunter ’21, is a dedicated multimedia journalist and storyteller. He regularly produces content for publications including the Hunter Athenian, the Hunter Envoy and Hunter News Now. He has also served as an intern for Bloomberg News, gaining experience in video production, copyediting and reporting for broadcast and print. Seon hopes to use his craft to tell impactful stories and invoke needed dialogue.

Seon's Advice: "Have faith and be diligent. You won’t accomplish anything unless you believe you will, and work towards that. It will be challenging along the way, but keep pushing."

Interested in journalism? Connect with Seon on LinkedIn!