Lehman Weekly

College Events, Updates, and Extras

Photo of the Week

While most of the Lehman community learned and worked virtually this Tuesday, essential staff reported for duty on campus. Assistant Director of Public Safety, Lieutenant Alan Orozco, took this snowy photo of the Quad.

News, Updates, and More

 In the News 

Direct Pipeline to the Nursing Workforce

CBS News goes inside the new Nursing Education, Research, and Practice Center for an in-depth look at how the new training facility is helping to address a nursing shortage in the Bronx and beyond.

Súbete al 41 Live at Lehman

Univision broadcasts an episode of Súbete al 41 on campus. Check out interviews with Interim Provost Jorge Silva-Puras and Professor Brenda Hernandez-Acevedo (Nursing Dept.).

International Fact Check

Professor Douglas Oberlin (Exercise Sciences Dept.) helps Global News fact check Alberta Premier Danielle Smith after the Canadian politician made an assertion about trans athletes that is not backed by science.

 Congrats! 

Another Top Ranking for Nursing

Lehman's RN to BS program is ranked third in the Northeast by nursingprocess.org. Factors considered are: academic quality, the school's overall reputation, and affordability.

Lincoln Center at Lehman

"The Old Gym Building lit up at night resembled to me the Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center at night."

(Photos and quote by Lehman Encore student Andrew Lipton)

Enjoy Music at Lincoln Center?

You're in luck. Jazz at Lincoln Center: Sing and Swing (Sunday, February 25) is one of many amazing shows coming to the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts. The Riverdale Press has the story.

Black History Month Continues! 🌟

 This Week 

Book Talk with Professor Lewis R. Gordon: Black Existentialism & Decolonizing Knowledge 🌟

Thursday, February 15, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Distinguished Lehman alumnus and world-renowned philosopher Lewis R. Gordon will talk about his new book. RSVP here.

Unboxing as Brand Building

Friday, February 16, 1 p.m.

This spring's Sarah Little Turnbull Visiting Designer Speaker Series will explore the Intersections of Packaging Design, Brand Identity, and Culture. Product designer Elvis Hsiao is this week's featured guest. Register for the Zoom series.

 Save the Date 

El Monte: Notes on the Religions, Magic, and Folklore of the Black and Creole People of Cuba 🌟

Tuesday, February 27, 2 p.m.

Professor Font-Navarrete (Music Dept.) will discuss his translation of El Monte by Lydia Cabrera. First published in Cuba in 1954 and appearing now in English for the first time, El Monte is a foundational study of Afro-Cuban religious and cultural traditions. Reserve your seat.

No Mas Melting Pot 🌟

Tuesday, February 27, 6 p.m.

Enjoy an evening of reflection, empowerment, and inspiration led by successful Afro-Latinas as they delve into the intersectionality of stereotypes and conventional notions of success and identity within the vibrant tapestry of the Latina diaspora. Music Building Recital Hall. Don't miss it.

Preschool To Prison Film Screening

Thursday, February 29, 5-7 p.m.

The Lehman College School of Education welcomes all for a film screening and solutions-focused dialogue. Preschool to Prison examines the practices and policies within the education system that criminalize children's behavior causing lifelong consequences. Lovinger Theatre. Sign up to attend.

Career & Internship Fair

Tuesday, March 5, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Meet with recruiters from 70+ organizations offering full-time, part-time, internship, volunteer, and seasonal opportunities. Network with recruiters and learn about available career paths. Open to all current Lehman College students and alumni. Sign up.

Billionaire Book Talk and Signing

Tuesday, March 5, 2-3 p.m.

John Catsimatidis will tell the story of how he went from first-generation immigrant to successful billionaire. Free book available for the first hundred students to register for the event here.

Click here for many more events.

Scene at Lehman

Art Pics: VARIATIONS: Selections from the Benefit Project opened at the Lehman College Art Gallery last week. Missed the reception? You can view the exhibit through May 4. (Photos by Gallery Assistant Sarah Alvira)

This Thursday, February 15 at 1 p.m., stop by for a FREE concert in the gallery: The Irish Nightingale. Reserve your spot here.

Have a Great Week

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