This renowned CUNY researcher is studying the potential for venom from squid, cuttlefish and octopus to treat human disease. As she blazes her trail, she also works to show city kids that a career in science is within their reach. 🧪🥼

The CUNY Climate Consortium (C3) invites you to the first event in its Collaborative Research Workshop Series, which will focus on New York City's FloodNet project to monitor urban flooding and community resilience in real time.

This CUNY announced a United Nations University Hub, the first of its kind in the U.S., to connect the college to global research on sustainability in urban regions.

This CUNY and an offshore energy facility are partnering to prepare students for careers in offshore wind.

A $10K grant will help this grad student examine the efficacy of a group therapy program for non-binary and transgender people of color.

This student-veteran writes about the lasting rewards of his experience in the U.S. Navy. 🎖️🫡

The University unfurled a revamped Veterans Affairs webpage to support nearly 3,000 students who are military connected.

Flowers, food and sustainability on campus! 💐🌺🥔

Akkeem Polack is a communications technology major at York College. He serves on CUNY’s University Student Senate and was recently elected vice chair for legislative affairs. He has met local elected leaders, spoken at USS hearings and even served on the Finance and Administration Committee of CUNY’s Board of Trustees. He says CUNY has helped him find his voice and understand the power that he has to make a difference. In his free time, Polack hosts his own show on YC Radio titled “Melting Pot,” which provides a forum for international students to discuss topics that are relevant to their community.

What is your advice for CUNY students?

“Join student organizations and take on leadership roles, even if it’s outside your major or comfort zone. By doing that, you’ll build your network and develop skills in communication, teamwork and advocacy. These experiences are also invaluable for professional growth and will help you stand out when applying for internships or jobs.”

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