Autumn in the Bronx 🍂 🍁

October 12-18, 2026

Lehman Weekly

College Events, Updates, and Extras

Female amongst crowd of students smiling during The Counseling Center World Mental Health Day event

Photo of the Week

The Counseling Center provided the space to de-stress along the Shuster Walkway during their World Mental Health Day event 💙

(Photo by Mildred Perez)

Lehman in the News

Hon. Eliezer Rodriguez, J.C.C., founder of Project Club Clemente Inc holds a wooden bat while gesturing toward a ball suspended in midair during a presentation

Lehman College welcomed Project Club Clemente during Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrating the life and lasting legacy of Roberto Clemente (Photo by Lehman College Multimedia Center)

Group photo of healthcare students and staff

Lehman’s Bronx Community Hub is officially open, providing free healthcare, wellness and mental health services for Bronx residents

Stuart Chen-Hayes, professor of Counselor Education, penned a letter to the editor in The Riverdale Press advocating for the abolition of NYC's Specialized High School Admissions Test

Associate Professor Sean Stein Smith (Accounting) takes a look at the questions surrounding tokenized shares for Forbes

Students and faculty at AI² Initiative workshops

Leonard Lief Library hosted the first in-depth session of the AI² Initiative, a series of workshops for students and faculty designed to clarify expectations around the use of AI in teaching and learning

Adjunct Lecturer Deborah Diaite (Management and Business Innovation) explores why in-person conferences remain popular in an era of digital resources in her blog EigenValue Marketing

Collage of Lehman student Josthyn Ramos reporting at an anti-ICE protests at the New York-Presbyterian Allen Hospital on 225th Street.

Lehman student Josthyn Ramos (Journalism and Media Studies) reported on anti-ICE protests at the New York-Presbyterian Allen Hospital after ICE agents shot a Bronx man on 225th Street

In Memoriam

Retired music professor Marta Ghezzo passed away this week. You can hear her own words in a convocation speech she had planned to deliver at Lehman more than 15 years ago

Events & More

Photo of students walking on campus with Fall foliage in the background

Share this Opportunity

Attend Lehman's Fall Open House series! Tour the campus and connect with admissions counselors. Choose from four dates: Oct 17, Oct 24, Nov 7 and Nov 14

🪶 A Reading and Celebration with CUNY Alum Dr. Ayendy Bonifacio October 15

NYC International Book Fair

Attend the New York City International Book Fair (FILNYC), the largest Spanish-language literacy event in the U.S. The fair takes place primarily at John Jay College with a special event at Lehman College. October 20-25

Event Highlight:

A Conversation with EGOT-winnin g powerhouse Rita Moreno October 20 at Lehman College

FREE Must RSVP

Spread the Word About Wellness

Collage of blood bank illustration and Domestic Violence Ribbon

Chemistry Club and SGA Fall Blood Drive October 21

Domestic Violence Awareness Day October 21

Arts and Culture

Raices Cultural Celebration October 15

Dance in Dialog October 21-23

Lehman Night at NYCFC

Cheer alongside fellow Lehman students, staff, faculty, and alumni at Lehman College Scarf Night as NYCFC takes on Atlanta United at Citi Field on Wednesday, October 28

The first 90 ticket buyers receive an exclusive Lehman College x NYCFC scarf

Construction Update

Still image of student infront of Carman Hall

What’s the deal with the ceiling tiles in Carman? Watch this!

Scene off Campus

Lehman Day at NYBG: The Lehman community came together to explore the Garden, enjoy special tours, and celebrate autumn in New York (Photos by Lehman College Multimedia Center)

Scene on Campus

(Photos by Mildred Perez unless otherwise marked)

President Delgado posing with attendees after Civic Engagement class

Leadership in Action: Lehman College President Fernando Delgado led an informative workshop for student leaders, sharing strategies for engaging with elected officials, the role of body language in effective advocacy, and insights into government budget allocations and civic participation

Photograph of Deepa Lyer presenting at workshop inspired by her book, Social Change Now

Leading with Purpose: A Dialogue with Deepa Iyer

The Office of Campus Life welcomed writer, strategist, and lawyer Deepa Iyer for an engaging discussion and interactive workshop inspired by her book, Social Change Now

Photo collage featuring Pitch-Up Lehman awardees holding a large ceremonial check, along with other attendees at the event.

Pitch-up Lehman: Selected students pitched their business ideas to a panel of industry leaders. Greidy Batista, founder of Tender Luv and Care Daycare; Tracey Hobbs, founder of HALO Strategy and Operations; and Kevin Yeboah Dankwah, founder of WashWing, took the top three prizes. The event was sponsored by Bally's Corporation. (Rolland Smith Photography)

Photos of student crocheting at club event

Stitching Connections: The Lehman College Crochet Club, led by Esmerlyn Lora Reyes, kicked off its fall activities with a well-attended gathering. Students learned crochet basics, shared techniques, and enjoyed a relaxing afternoon of creativity and connection

photo collage of NYS Director of Latino Affairs Sophia Zayas and CEO of Bronx Native Amaurys Grullon with Lehman UMLP representatives

Ritmo y Cultura: Lehman’s Urban Male Leadership Program (UMLP) and CREAR Futuros brought Hispanic Heritage Month to life with sounds from Dominican merengue típico band CREMA, delicious food, and inspiring words from NYS Director of Latino Affairs Sophia Zayas and Bronx Native CEO Amaurys Grullon

Photo collage of attendees at Lehman's World Mental Health Day Festival and Resource Fair

World Mental Health Day Festival and Resource Fair: In recognition of World Mental Health Day, the Mental Health Committee and the Lehman College Counseling Center hosted a festival and resource fair on campus. Students had the opportunity to recharge, play interactive games, practice wellness activities, and connect directly with campus mental health resources and support services

Photo collage of two dancers on stage at Lehman's Fall Alumni Rendezvous

An applause-worthy performance at the Performing Arts Showcase during the second annual Fall Alumni Rendezvous (Rolland Smith Photography)