May 24-30, 2026

Lehman Weekly

College Events, Updates, and Extras

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Photo of the Week

Cesar Salcedo played King Leo in Rumpelstiltskin ’26,
a production featuring music composed by Professor Penny Prince and a script collaboratively written by the cast and head writer, alumnus Johnny Quevedo. 🏰 (Photo by Mildred Perez)

Lehman in the News

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Lehman College celebrates the launch of the Bronx Food Humanities Program with a reception held at the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts

Meet Lehman’s Spring 2026 Teacher of the Year

Associate Professor Julio Gallego-Delgado (Biological Sciences), brings clarity, warmth, and a strong sense of purpose to the study of biology and parasitology

Dean David Pantalone (School of Natural and Social Sciences) reflects on his first year at Lehman

“I am inspired by colleagues, chairs, faculty, and students who are all deeply committed to making the best possible educational experience...and to making themselves, and the world, a better, happier place”

2026 Lehman graduate Jeffrey Gomez talks to The Riverdale Press about how Lehman and CUNY Beyond helped him make connections and find opportunities that led to a full-time finance role at Wells Fargo

Mark Your Calendar

Spring 2026 Commencement

Thursday, May 28, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Schools of Arts & Humanities, Business, and Continuing & Professional Studies

Thursday, May 28, 3-5:30 p.m.
School of Natural & Social Sciences

Tuesday, June 2, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
School of Health Sciences, Human Services & Nursing

Tuesday, June 2, 3-5:30 p.m.

Graduate degrees - all schools

Watch the Livestream Ceremonies

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Free Tech Course for Students

Register for Thriving with Technology, a 6-week HyFlex course to help you feel more confident using technology for college, work, and everyday success. Opportunity to earn a CTL Certificate of Completion and Microcredential. Tuesdays, June 2-July 7

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🖍️🍎 Early Childhood & Childhood Education

Conference on Play

Celebrate the power of play as a meaningful approach to teaching, connect with fellow educators, discover new ideas and resources, and gain practical classroom strategies. Earn up to four CTLE credits for attending. Register here. June 6

More upcoming events

Seen on Social

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Here’s what the Class of 2026 says they’ll miss most about Lehman!

Scene on Campus

(Photos by Mildred Perez unless otherwise noted)

Spun Gold: Over 400 people attended Lehman's Rumpelstiltskin ’26 last week. Top photo (c/o Penny Prince): Verdale Stinson as Rumpelstiltskin spins gold, and alumna Damaris Richardson as Soleil.

Original Work: The Department of Music, Multimedia, Theatre & Dance showcased original multimedia performances by Lehman students.

Fun Farewell: The Office of Student Life celebrated the Class of 2026.

Go Dancing: Students learned foundational Konpa moves at a workshop on the classic Haitian dance held by the Francophone Club and taught by Robenson Mathurin.

Serving Students: The Division of Student Affairs Recognition and Celebration Committee proudly hosted its End of Year Luncheon, bringing colleagues together to reflect, reconnect, and celebrate another impactful year of service to students and the campus community.

Thumbs Up for Business: Lehman's School of Business honored graduating students at a special awards ceremony.

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Closing May 28: Don't miss the last days of the 2026 Senior Thesis Exhibition at the Lehman College Art Gallery. (Photo c/o Lehman Art on Instagram)