August 3-16, 2026

Lehman Weekly

College Events, Updates, and Extras

Collage of Lehman Grand Dorm ribbon cutting, the Lehman Grand Flag, and Kiana Bonner, resident life director opening dorm room door for students

Photos of the Week

Lehman College celebrated the opening of The Lehman Grand with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking a major milestone for students and the College! 🎉


(Photos by Lehman College Multimedia Center)


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Lehman in the News

Student Life Building with lots of fun activity outfront

Director of Campus Life Suzette Ramsundar highlights the critical role student involvement plays in cultivating leadership skills and community impact (Riverdale Press)


“Higher education isn’t only about earning credentials. It’s also about developing leaders, people who can organize, solve problems, advocate for others and strengthen their communities.”

Front Cover of amNY with lehman students and staff in Dominican flag spirit

Lehmanites including Lehman Weekly photo contributors Mildred Perez and Mary Morfe represent the College at the NYC Dominican Day Parade and make the cover of amNY

Salsa Under the Stars, hosted by the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts, Lehman Stages, and the Salsa Project, brings over 300 people to campus to dance

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Faculty Expertise

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Adjunct Lecturer Scott Keatley (Health Promotion & Nutrition Sciences) discusses the potential health impacts of ultra-processed foods with Prevention

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Adjunct Lecturer Patrick Tormey (Management & Business Innovation) talks about gas rewards cards with WalletHub

Adjunct Lecturer Farah Khan (Exercise Sciences) shares insights on the unique demands of the wine-fueled Marathon du Médoc with the Wall Street Journal

Alumni in the News

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Alumnus and longtime BronxTalk Host Gary Axelbank looks back on 50 years in broadcasting and a career dedicated to serving The Bronx

Adrian in the Leonard Lief Library

Alumnus Adrian Crawford’s new play, The Perfect Relationship in Bushwick, makes its world premiere as part of the 2026 Broadway Bound Theatre Festival

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Good Construction News!


Leonard Lief Library window replacement is complete and the main entrance is now open


The East Stairway leading up to Carman Hall has been renovated and easy access to IT and the Help Desk is restored


The Music Building and the Campus Bridge construction are also nearing completion

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Events & More

For Students

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PITCH-UP LEHMAN 💸

Whether you're launching a business, growing a side hustle, or developing your next big idea, Pitch-Up Lehman is your chance to shine. Learn more here!


$25,000 in total awards, sponsored by Bally's Corporation

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From can't-miss events to a community that's got your back—this is your chance to get involved, get inspired, and get the full college experience.


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For Everyone

🎞️ Bronx Film Week | Industry Panel & Screening of Kerry Washington's First Feature Film, Our Song August 19

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Coming Up at the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts


Dance Theatre of Harlem August 29


Princess Nokia September 4

Stop by the box office to ask about discounted tickets for the Lehman community.

Scene off Campus

Group poses on and by the subway stairs just off campus

Teamwork: Lehman's Medical SLP Alliance club is teaming up with City Council Member Eric Dinowitz to get the Bedford Park Blvd 4 station added to the list of stations eligible for accessibility upgrades


Back Row: Yoni Jeter, Gabriel Green, Patricia MacDonna, David Charcape; Middle Row: Devon Perry, CM Eric Dinowitz, Dr. Peggy Conner, Karla Cabrera Carrera and daughter, Emma Burke; Front Row: Jessica Dalonzo, Jessica Tambor (Photo c/o New York City Council)

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Engaged in Research: Lehman ICORP students spent this summer developing research questions on various topics and analyzing data. They presented research posters at the ICORP Research Symposium, held at the CUNY Graduate Center. (Photo c/o Susan A. Dumais)

Scene on Campus

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Welcome to CAMP: New and returning Commuter Assistance Mentorship Program (CAMP) mentors gathered to prepare to help incoming students transition to Lehman. (Photo by Mildred Perez)

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Highlight of the Summer: Lehman Stages welcomed families to campus for its annual The Kids Rule Weekend, a free and fun event! (Photos by Mildred Perez)

photo collage of Dorm ribbon cutting activities

Lehman College and CUNY leadership, elected officials, and members of the Lehman community gathered to celebrate the ribbon cutting for The Lehman Grand, the College’s first student dormitory. Students will begin moving in later this month, in time for the Fall 2026 semester. (Photos by Lehman College Multimedia Center)


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Businesses Begin: The School of Business held its second annual Business Pitch Competition, featuring eight student entrepreneurs who presented original business ideas to a panel of judges. The showcase capped off a course taught by Professor Andy Gold. Competition winners: Kimberly Tejada (1st), Greidy Batista (2nd), and Souleymane Diallo (3rd). (Photos by Lehman College Multimedia Center)

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