45 years ago, people lived through the world wind of a year that was 1981. On January 20th, Ronald Reagan was inaugurated as the 40th President of the United States of America. In March, both President Reagan and Pope John Paul II survived assassination attempts 3 weeks apart from each other. Then in July, in the wedding that captivated the world, Prince Charles married Lady Diana at St. Paul’s Cathedral in front of 3,500 guests and 750 million live viewers. MTV premiered on TV on August 1. On August 12, IBM’s fir ...Continue Reading

 It's hard to believe that 1986 was 4 decades ago. It was a year where optimism met harsh reality when tragedy unfolded both in the skies and on the ground. People around the world watched as the Challenger Space Shuttle Disintegrated 73 seconds after liftoff, killing all 7 crew members on board. Just 3 months later, a Soviet Union Nuclear Reactor exploded in Chernobyl causing major environmental catastrophe. But the human spirit proved to be unshakable when roughly 5 to 6.5 million people attempted to form the lar ...Continue Reading

Dear Campus Community, Education is a powerful tool. Through the _NAACP’s Inspire Initiatives_, barriers are breaking down and pathways for success are building for the next generation of leaders. Thanks to generous donors, NAACP’s Inspire Initiatives are advancing efforts to ensure equity in educational opportunities that prepare students for success in school, work, and life. *Interested applicants can explore scholarship opportunities and the eligibility requirements for each at **_naacp.org/scholarshi ...Continue Reading

Dear Colleagues,    If you are interested in teaching a Writing Intensive (WI) course at York in the Winter/Spring of 2027, the Writing Intensive Advisory Committee (WIAC) invites your proposals by *August 24th*, 2026 (Note: To comply with changes in the publication timeline of class schedules, the deadline has been shifted from its traditional early-Fall slot to late-summer).  We are currently reviewing proposals for:  New ad hoc WI sections or courses for Winter/Spring 2027 Continui ...Continue Reading

An emergency patch must be applied to CUNYfirst servers. This will require a *system outage of approximately two hours today, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.****YorkIT* ...Continue Reading

Energy crackled through York College on Friday as dozens of students and faculty gathered for the annual Executive Leadership Breakfast, sponsored by the National Grid Foundation. The morning’s highlight: an electrifying keynote by Dr. Robert Simmons III, vice president for U.S. Social Impact and Community Engagement, who challenged the next generation to lead with purpose and vision.Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/leadership-breakfast-empowers-next-generation-trailblazers ...Continue Reading

Dear Faculty and Staff,Faculty and researchers are invited to submit manuscripts for a special issue of the Journal of Global Operations and Strategic Sourcing (indexed in Scopus, Web of Science, ABDC Journal Quality List, and Chartered Association of Business Schools) titled “Emerging Perspectives on Technology-Enabled Global Operations and Supply Chain Resilience.”  The issue is guest edited by Dr. Aamir Rashid (Department of Business and Economics, York College - CUNY). This special issue invites conceptual, emp ...Continue Reading

 35 years ago, 1991 felt like a turning point in history. One era quietly closed while another uncertain future began to take shape. In the beginning of the year, Operation Desert Storm liberated Kuwait and officially ended the Persian Gulf War. In June, The last legal foundations for Apartheid in Africa were Repealed. The World Wide Web became publicly available as an internet service with the first ever website going live on August 6. And in December, the USSR officially dissolved and broke apart into 15 independ ...Continue Reading

 30 years ago, 1996 carried a mix of reassurance and unease. In the United States, Bill Clinton was re-elected and became the first Democrat since Franklin D. Roosevelt to win a second term. In Atlanta, a celebration of the Olympics was shaken by a bombing in Centennial Olympic Park that killed 2 people and injured 111 others. Nintendo 64 was released and USB was launched. On July 5th, the first cloned mammal, Dolly the Sheep, was born. This same year, York College welcomes the below employees to support its missio ...Continue Reading

Dr. Margaret MacNeil of the Biology Department was recently interviewed by science journalist Dr. Andy Ridgway about a new paper published in Neuroscience, the flagship journal of the International Brain Research Organization (IBRO). The work was featured in a research spotlight on the IBRO website in March and highlights the team’s findings on the potential of a patented, mitochondria-directed peptide, HDAP2, to protect vision in glaucoma and other optic neuropathies.Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/new ...Continue Reading

Dear York Community Edwin Rios has also been a dedicated employee at York College for 20 years. Thank you, R. Carmel BoyleExecutive DirectorOffice of Human ResourcesYork College/CUNY718-262-5259      In 2006, the world was starting to feel more connected, both digitally and politically. For the first time since 1994, U.S. Democrats regained control of both the House and Senate. Google acquired YouTube. Twitter was launched. And the International Astronomical Union reclassified Plu ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Community, York College invites the entire college community to *Rip the Runway: Staff & Faculty Edition*, a vibrant fashion showcase celebrating the creativity, confidence, and personality that make York one of a kind. This exciting event will feature faculty and staff stepping onto the runway to represent their unique style while bringing energy, fun, and York pride to campus.Whether you're walking the runway or cheering from the crowd, there's a place for everyone at this event. Come out to ...Continue Reading

Dear Faculty and Staff of York College, The State of New York, Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (COELIG) requires all State employees (full- and part-time) to complete ethics training annually.  Employees must complete a "live" training once every other year, and may take an online "refresher" course during the intervening years.  For more information about the online course, and to determine if you are eligible to take the refresher course in 2026, please go to Trainin ...Continue Reading

Good Morning Faculty & Staff, Here are the key purchasing deadlines and other important dates for the FY 2026 Year-End Close. Please ensure that this information is shared with relevant individuals within your departments. Note that the dates outlined in this document reflect CUNY’s deadlines for both Tax Levy and Non-Tax Levy activities.Procurement: •             May 15, 2026: at this time, no more requisitions can be submitted for processing for ...Continue Reading

Good Morning, The Cardinals’ Kitchen looks forward to celebrating 5 de Mayo tomorrow.   Please see below and attached for a preview of what is being offered.  Mega Max will be on campus sampling avocados, salsas and dips. On the menu:  Breakfast Tacos (flyer attached) Burrito Bowl (flyer attached) /menu modeled after Chipotles, price is lower / Taco Slice (pizza station) Jarritos Sodas (Mexican Sodas)  We hope to see you in the cafeteria!  Aldana Vasques*President, MBJ Food S ...Continue Reading

 It’s official, 2001 was a quarter of a century ago. This year unfolded in a way that permanently altered how the world understood security and uncertainty. In the United States, George W. Bush began his presidency, stepping into office just 8 months before the September 11 Attacks. The coordinated series of suicide attacks across 3 states perpetrated by Al-Qaeda resulted in many fatalities and the War in Afghanistan. Wikipedia launched on January 15, both Mac OS X and Windows XP were released. Apple Released their ...Continue Reading

 In 2006, the world was starting to feel more connected, both digitally and politically. For the first time since 1994, U.S. Democrats regained control of both the House and Senate. Google acquired YouTube. Twitter was launched. And the International Astronomical Union reclassified Pluto as a dwarf planet. Australian wildlife expert Steve Irwin died after stingray attack on September 4 and Sony PlayStation 3 was released on November 11. This same year, York College welcomed the below employees to support its missio ...Continue Reading

 In 2011, the 15 years ago was a year where the world was simultaneously celebrating and grieving. In the U.S., NASA completed its final space shuttle mission, ending the US Space Shuttle Program after 30 years. Apple co-founder, Steve Jobs, passed away. And the Occupy Wallstreet movement began in New York City. In London, the internationally broadcasted Royal Wedding between Prince William and Kate Middleton became one of the most watched events in modern history. This same year, York College welcomed the below em ...Continue Reading

*Affected Application: *Network, CUNYfirst * Service Impact:  *Intermittent*     Impacted Locations: *Central Office and All Colleges* Impacted Users:  *All Users*      Change Number: *CHG0036308* Start Time:  *7PM on 05/07/26* End Time:   *9PM on 05/07/26**CIS will be performing network maintenance on Thursday, May 7th from 7:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. During this maintenance, intermittent service disruptions to CUNYfirst is anticipated. This may aff ...Continue Reading

Architecture is often seen as a technical profession—blueprints, buildings, and construction timelines. For Vince Myers, president and co‑founding principal of DIGroup Architecture (DIG), and principal in charge of the Senior Living Studio, it is something far more human.Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/architecture-for-change-vince-myers-on-legacy-community-and-opportunity ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Community, On behalf of the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Strategic Planning (OIESP), I am pleased to share that the following documents have been uploaded to the OIESP intranet. *Assessment Spotlights & Celebrating Assessment* Chemistry BS Program - Institutional Effectiveness & Strategic Planning - York College Information Technology Services Office - Institutional Effectiveness & Strategic Planning - York College Annual Assessment Celebration - Instit ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Community, It’s time to name the College’s next strategic plan! Please take a moment to review the options and choose one. The name with the most votes will be selected.  https://yorkcuny.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6XsqZiaVMVjym34 Voting ends this Friday at noon. Thank youLori on behalf of the Strategic Planning Committee Lori Hoeffner, PhDVice President, Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Strategic PlanningAccreditation Liaison Officer (ALO)CUNY York CollegeMS ...Continue Reading

  Dear Campus Community, */“The brain is wider than the sky”/**   ~ Emily Dickinson* Everyone is welcome as we recognize faculty scholars at York on May 14, 5 - 7 p.m., for a buffet dinner in AC-2D01, Faculty Dining Room. Meet colleagues and share news about research and publications. Please RSVP by May 8, 5 p.m.https://www.york.cuny.edu/academic-affairs/recognizing-faculty-scholars  *Calendar*  Visit the online calendar for the latest updates.* * *&n ...Continue Reading

*Enrollment & Retention Management Update - May 2026**5/3/2026* Dear Campus Community,   Please find attached the Enrollment & Retention Management Update for *May 2026. *In addition to reporting enrollment targets, we are also providing a list of important dates and recruitment activities. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need more information.  *_Enrollment:_* This chart below reflects our *Fall 2026* numbers as of* May 3, 2026.* In addition, I've ...Continue Reading

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 In 2016, Donald Trump defeated Hillary Clinton to become the 45th President of the United States. The Brexit Referendum resulted in the United Kingdom leaving the European Union. The global effort to limit greenhouse gasses and address climate change, known as the Paris Climate Agreement, went into effect. The Chicago Cubs won World Series after 108-year drought. This same year, York College welcomed the below employees to supports its mission and goals.*York College honors and celebrates employees with 10 years o ...Continue Reading

 In 2021, Joe Biden and Kamla Harris were inaugurated at the U.S. Capitol less than 3 weeks after the building was stormed by supporters of outgoing President Donald Trump. President Biden signed legislation making Juneteenth a federal holiday. Tom Brady earned his Seventh Super Bowl Ring as quarterback of Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This same year, York College welcomed the below employees to supports its mission and goals. York College honors and celebrates employees with 5 years of service!OnyekachiAkomaExecutive ...Continue Reading

Students attended ceremony for graduating from The Gumbo Coalition University internship programRead the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/celebrating-progress-at-the-gumbo-coalition-university ...Continue Reading

Dear York Colleagues, *NYCERS’ Prospective Member Seminar** *The Top 10 Reasons to Join NYCERS Seminar will be held on Thursday, May 7th, 2026, from 12:00 to 1:00 pm via Zoom video conference. This seminar is *_ONLY_* for those who are eligible to join NYCers and who have not joined as of yet.  *New York City Employees' Retirement System (NYCERS) Prospective Member Seminar Registration Link* We are looking forward to your participation as we continue to provide information about the benefits of NYCER ...Continue Reading

As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance network speed and reliability, we will be upgrading York College’s connection to the CUNY optical ring on *Friday, May 8 at 4:00 PM*. This network connects all CUNY campuses and provides access to the Internet. This upgrade will increase our bandwidth from *20 Gbps to 200 Gbps*, significantly expanding capacity. While users may not notice an immediate difference in everyday performance, certain applications and services may experience improved responsiveness. Most importantly, ...Continue Reading

Dr. Christopher ‘Chris’ Stohr, renowned engineering geologist validated the importance of Continuing Education to fortify professional careers.Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/engineering-geology-careers-spotlighted-by-jahns-lecturer ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Community, York College invites the entire college community to *Rip the Runway: Staff & Faculty Edition*, a vibrant fashion showcase celebrating the creativity, confidence, and personality that make York one of a kind. This exciting event will feature faculty and staff stepping onto the runway to represent their unique style while bringing energy, fun, and York pride to campus.Whether you're walking the runway or cheering from the crowd, there's a place for everyone at this event. Come out to ...Continue Reading

 *Thank You for a Meaningful Earth Day Celebration*    On behalf of President Claudia Schrader, the Earth Day Planning Committee extends sincere thanks to the campus community -- students, faculty, and staff -- for turning out in impressive numbers on April 28 to support planting efforts and help beautify our campus in honor of Earth Day. We also thank our local Home Depot for their assistance and advice as well as our CUNY Chancellor Felix Matos Rodriquez for his visit and participation in the day’s act ...Continue Reading

Dear Faculty and Staff of York College, The State of New York, Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (COELIG) requires all State employees (full- and part-time) to complete ethics training annually.  Employees must complete a "live" training once every other year, and may take an online "refresher" course during the intervening years.  For more information about the online course, and to determine if you are eligible to take the refresher course in 2026, please go to Trainin ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Community, The *$1,000 NYCHA–CUNY Scholarship* is available to *full‑time undergraduate and graduate students* who are *New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) residents or NYCHA Section 8 tenants*. This award is intended to support students in achieving their academic goals while easing the cost of higher education. *Scholarship Details:**Award Amount:* $1,000 *Eligibility:* Full-time undergraduate and graduate students who are NYCHA residents or NYCHA Section 8 tenants * ...Continue Reading

  Dear Campus Community, */“The brain is wider than the sky”/**   ~ Emily Dickinson* Everyone is welcome as we recognize faculty scholars at York on May 14, 5 - 7 p.m., for a buffet dinner in AC-2D01, Faculty Dining Room. Meet colleagues and share news about research and publications. Please RSVP by May 8, 5 p.m.https://www.york.cuny.edu/academic-affairs/recognizing-faculty-scholars  *Calendar*  Visit the online calendar for the latest updates.* * *&n ...Continue Reading

Congratulations to Nursing Professor Dr. Valerie Esposito Kubanick who was recently named the recipient of the 2026 American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) Award for Innovation, Individual. The honor is presented annually to members “who demonstrate excellence in psychiatric-mental health nursing practice, education, research, leadership, and community engagement.” Dr. Esposito Kubanick will be featured and celebrated throughout the year and will receive the award as a guest at the APNA Conference in October.Read ...Continue Reading

Professor Robin Harper of York College, CUNY’s the Behavioral Sciences – Political Science, recently delivered an invited lecture at Magdeburg-Stendal University of Applied Sciences in Germany as part of a 13-lecture series on the theme of “knowledge justice” (i.e., the injustices of lacking or being denied information).Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/poli-sci-professor-advances-career-connected-learning-in-germany ...Continue Reading

Professor Robin Harper of York College, CUNY’s the Behavioral Sciences – Political Science, recently delivered an invited lecture at Magdeburg-Stendal University of Applied Sciences in Germany as part of a 13-lecture series on the theme of “knowledge justice” (i.e., the injustices of lacking or being denied information).Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/poli-sci-professor-advances-career-connected-learning-in-germany ...Continue Reading

 * **Subject:* In Loving Memory of Dr. Michael DiMaioDear Members of the York College Community and the York College Occupational Therapy Community,It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that I share the passing of *Dr. Michael DiMaio*, a long‑time adjunct faculty member in the Department of Occupational Therapy, a valued colleague, and a close personal friend.For more than two decades, Dr. DiMaio taught anatomy with extraordinary passion and enthusiasm, touching the lives of hundreds of Occupation ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Community, York College invites the entire college community to *Rip the Runway: Staff & Faculty Edition*, a vibrant fashion showcase celebrating the creativity, confidence, and personality that make York one of a kind. This exciting event will feature faculty and staff stepping onto the runway to represent their unique style while bringing energy, fun, and York pride to campus.Whether you're walking the runway or cheering from the crowd, there's a place for everyone at this event. Come out to ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Community, Members of the Middle States Self-Study Steering Committee and Working Groups have been engaged in the _self-study process_ since Fall 2024. They have collected evidence and are diligently working to analyze the evidence through the lens of the MSCHE Standards.  This semester, in the spirit of inclusivity, transparency and collaboration that informs all of our self-study work, the MSCHE Self-Study Leadership group invites all members of the York College community to two o ...Continue Reading

 Dear Campus Community, This year’s Executive Leadership Breakfast will bring together students, faculty, and campus partners for an inspiring conversation about how strategic community investments can create meaningful change in neighborhoods like Queens. Our featured speaker, * Robert Simmons III, Vice President of US Social Impact & Community Engagement and Executive Director of the National Grid Foundation, *will share real‑world examples of how companies, colleges, and communities collaborate to expan ...Continue Reading

*CUNY Clash Competition* Hello York College Family,*The CUNY Clash Final Competition* is this Friday, May 1st at the CUNY/Amazon office, 12 West 39th St., Manhattan, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fifteen CUNY students will present their business pitches for the chance to win up to $20,000 in cash prizes. There will be finalists representing* 9 CUNY schools*: Brooklyn College, *York College, *Baruch College,  City Tech, CCNY,  Hunter College,  CUNY Grad Center, Macaulay Honors, and CUNY SPS. _Students, ...Continue Reading

***Celebrate Earth Day with York College-CUNY!*   Join us on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, for a special Earth Day planting project starting on the York College Plaza! Bring your green thumbs and help us fill the planters from 2:00 to 4:00 PM.   This meaningful initiative, organized by the Office of the President, Institutional Advancement/Marketing & Communications, and the Senate Committee for Campus Environment & Facilities will honor the memory of the late Professor and Alumna Winsom ...Continue Reading

 Dear Campus Community, This year’s Executive Leadership Breakfast will bring together students, faculty, and campus partners for an inspiring conversation about how strategic community investments can create meaningful change in neighborhoods like Queens. Our featured speaker, * Robert Simmons III, Vice President of US Social Impact & Community Engagement and Executive Director of the National Grid Foundation, *will share real‑world examples of how companies, colleges, and communities collaborate to expan ...Continue Reading

During the Spring Break, Provost Dr. Brazill and Dr. Chris Hsu, chair of the Accounting and Finance Department, participated in a productive brunch meeting with Congressman Ted Lieu of California’s 36th Congressional district, while he was visiting New York City.Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/provost-brazill-and-dr-hsu-engage-with-rep-ted-lieu-on-ai-and-financial-innovation ...Continue Reading

During the Spring Break, Provost Dr. Brazill and Dr. Chris Hsu, chair of the Accounting and Finance Department, participated in a productive brunch meeting with Congressman Ted Lieu of California’s 36th Congressional district, while he was visiting New York City.Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/provost-brazill-and-dr-hsu-engage-with-rep-ted-lieu-on-ai-and-financial-innovation ...Continue Reading

The Department of Business & Economics and the Cybersecurity & AI Club recently hosted “Life After York,” a career-focused event designed to help students navigate the transition from school to a professional career in tech-related industries. Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/life-after-york-official-event-synopsis ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Students, *Are you an undergraduate student**aspiring to become a public service leader?* *Apply to the /2026/*   */NEW Leadership® New York Summer Institute/* *In-Person: Wednesday, July 29 – Sunday, August 2, 2026, **at the University at Albany, Albany, NY** **APPLICATION DEADLINE:**Thursday, May 7, 2026**Open until all seats are filled**DOWNLOAD THE 2026 NEW LEADERSHIP APPLICATION*NLNY strives to instill the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for effect ...Continue Reading