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March 1-7, 2026

Lehman Weekly

College Events, Updates, and Extras

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Photo of the Week

Lehman College Pre-Law Society President Prince Boateng meets with New York State Court of Appeals Chief Judge Rowan D. Wilson.

(Photo by Lehman College Multimedia Center)

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Join Lehman College on March 10 for a special opportunity to hear from all seven judges on the court.

Lehman in the News

A group including many members of the lehman community with a big check

Congressman Adriano Espaillat presents Lehman College with an $820,000 check to support the expansion of South Field seating, growing capacity from 70 to over 1,300 fans

(Harlem World News | Diario Libre | El Caribe)

Presidente Fernando Delgado conversa sobre educación y comunidad con Javier E. Gómez, quien también entrevista al exalumno Roberto Torres '17 (Exercise Science and Recreation) sobre su nuevo libro de inspiración (Bronxnet)

Associate Dean John McCluskey joins Lehman College's School of Arts and Humanities

Chair and Associate Professor Jennifer Jolley (Music) premieres her composition, The Space Coast, with the Florida State University Wind Ensemble 🎶

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The Lightning Men's Basketball Team claims its first CUNYAC Championship in more than 20 years, defeating CCNY (101-56). Watch them in the NCAA Division III Tournament opening round Friday evening (livestream available)

Lehmanite Spotlight

Professor Bryan Warde (Social Work) reflects on his journey after achieving a major milestone: visiting all 193 United Nations member countries

Tune in to Enfoque this Sunday at 8 a.m. on Telemundo 47 🌏

Professor Joaquin Monserrate sits down with Allan Villafaña to discuss the current situation in Iran.

Sintonice Enfoque este domingo a las 8 a.m. por Telemundo 47. El profesor Joaquin Monserrate conversará con Allan Villafaña sobre la situación en Irán.

Mark Your Calendar

Opportunities

Vote Today

The race to name Lehman's new dorm is tightening!

Make your choice heard and vote here through March 11.

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Commencement Speaker Application

Spring and Summer 2026 graduates: Submit a proposed speech for a chance to represent your fellow graduates. Deadline: March 31

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Free Tax Prep

IRS-certified preparers will help you with your taxes for free from February 28-April 4. Income limits apply. Learn more.

Audition Spots Available

The Lehman Theatre Collective invites students to audition for Night of Scenes, their first-ever showcase of contemporary scenes directed by Lehman Theatre students. March 16-17

Featured Events

Job and Internship Fair

Students and Alumni: Bring your resume to Lehman's 2026 Job & Internship Fair and connect directly with employers recruiting for full-time, part-time, and internship opportunities. March 10

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Free Tickets! 🎟️ Three Italian Tenors

Get comp tickets for the Three Italian Tenors at the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts on March 15. Two tickets per student, faculty, or staff member (in person only) at the Lehman Center Box Office with a valid Lehman ID.

The 2026 Herbert H. Lehman Memorial Lecture

Don’t miss your chance to see The Kid Mero live and for free! Experience his unique style, sharp wit, and unforgettable stories at this year's Lehman Lecture. March 31 Reserve your seat.

Attend the first-ever Lehman Night at the New York City Football Club on April 22 ⚽

Order your tickets by March 15 to guarantee an exclusive Lehman x NYCFC scarf

Don't Miss 👀

🎀 Reentry@Lehman and Lehman’s Initiative for Tutoring and Empowerment (LITE) invite you to the Ribbon Cutting for T-3 Building, Room 113, a space for justice-impacted students and friends to gather! March 11

🏦 Hear from Carlos Marichal, winner of Mexico's National Prize for Arts and Sciences, at Political Economy Conversations (virtual). March 16

✨ Register for the next speaker in the Spring 2026 Queer Theatre and Performance Speaker Series , Hana van der Kolk (virtual). March 17

More upcoming events

Scene on Campus

On the Concourse: Prompt Engineering Accelerator Fellows presented their final projects, spotlighting the creativity, technical skills, and personal growth cultivated over the six-week program. (Photos by Lehman College Multimedia Center)

Two students in front of girls who code sign

Empowering Futures: Lehman Girls Who Code College Loop is building confidence and community at Lehman. 💻 (Photo by Mildred Perez)

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Puro Orgullo!: Voces De Quisqueya and Empower-U, in collaboration with Caribbean Unity, Lightning Central Radio Station, SGA, and TABY clubs, hosted a fun Dominican Independence Day Celebration. (Photo by Mildred Perez)

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Buenas: Lehman's Mexican Student Society held a festive spring semester meet and greet. For more events from MSS and other student clubs, visit Lightning Connections. (Photos by Mildred Perez)