York College launched its inaugural Global Study Abroad Expedition to Italy in June 2026, bringing together students and faculty from multiple disciplines for a ten-day academic and cultural exploration of global migration.Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/york-college-global-study-abroad-expedition-to-italy ...Continue Reading

York College launched its inaugural Global Study Abroad Expedition to Italy in June 2026, bringing together students and faculty from multiple disciplines for a ten-day academic and cultural exploration of global migration.Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/york-college-global-study-abroad-expedition-to-italy ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: Lori Hoeffner is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2922126537?pwd=epVZWtqIjTIzrORdaZ8hNA7AbfFWUO.1&omn=81567734226__;!!MoI8UrBbVg!9ajnKTOMMjUC8lNidX8QQTqFIwat0fhGX8EDuK7RjgJmCY1nHmvNTZrgiOdj8kZRA2f2-c1gyKbi9dPqMlZa_2hPuVK8lorM2-OtVptR$ Meeting chat link https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/81567734226__;!!MoI8UrBbVg!9ajnKTOMMjUC8lNidX8QQTqFIwat0fhGX8EDuK7RjgJmCY1nHmvNTZrgiOdj8kZRA2f2-c1gyKbi9dPqMlZa_ ...Continue Reading

***All the computers in your area are scheduled to be rebooted during the night starting at 10 PM, Thursday, September 17th.* To avoid lost data in documents you are currently maybe working on,   Please save all your documents and close all applications before leaving for the day on Thursday, September 17th. If you are working remotely, close all applications on your office computer. *And do not Shut Down your Computer*  *Why are we rebooting the computers in your area ...Continue Reading

 Dear Faculty,*America’s Conflicting Constitutional Visions: The Quest for Common Ground*Dr. Rogers Smith will give a lecture commemorating Constitution Day. The event will be held in the Africana Studies Center. Sponsored by the Jack Miller Center. Refreshments will be provided.*Date:* Sept. 17, 2026*Time:* 2-3:30 p.m.*Location:* AC-3B04*Contact:* Dr. Anthony Sparacino 718-262-3747*THIS WEEK AT YORK*   *Calendar*   Visit the online calendar for the latest updates.* *&nb ...Continue Reading

Good morning,  *Please note that weekly enrollment reports will be **_paused_ **until FORM A numbers are confirmed for Fall 2026.**_Enrollment:_* This chart below reflects our *Fall 2026* numbers as of* September 13, 2026.* In addition, I've attached the CUNY Dashboard Report, also dated *9-13-26*. This report compares our enrollment with the other CUNY colleges.  *_Enrollment Target:_* Our Enrollment Target is 6,750 students; we are currently at 7,154 students. Final enroll ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: All Staff and All Faculty—including the 82 currently ACUE Certified faculty! Please join us on Thursday September 17 to learn about the unique professional development opportunities supported by York’s partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) in the CHANGE initiative. There will be lunch, T-shirts, swag, and ample networking activities! We want to see you all! Greet on behalf of the Office of Academic Affairs and CTLET. ...Continue Reading

At York College, we come together to honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, pay tribute to the heroes who answered the call to serve, and remember the countless individuals and families whose lives were forever changed. As we mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11, we pause to reflect on this solemn milestone in our nation's history and its enduring impact on our community.Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/25th-anniversary-of-september-11-remembrance ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Community,   Information Technology will hold an all-department meeting this Friday, September 11th from *2:00 PM to 4:00 PM*.    To allow our staff to participate without interruption, IT offices and routine support services will be temporarily paused during this period. IT will remain available to monitor *critical or emergency technology issues*, and normal support operations will resume immediately following the meeting.   We selected this timeframe because campus activity is t ...Continue Reading

This was no ordinary convocation. It also marked the opening of York College’s 60th anniversary celebration, commemorating its chartering in October 1966.Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/fall-convocation-celebrates-six-decades-of-achievement-and-promise-1 ...Continue Reading

This was no ordinary convocation. It also marked the opening of York College’s 60th anniversary celebration, commemorating its chartering in October 1966.Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/fall-convocation-celebrates-six-decades-of-achievement-and-promise-1 ...Continue Reading

York College is proud to welcome the newest cohort of future healthcare leaders: the Physician Assistant (PA) Class of 2029. This diverse and highly driven group of 30 students recently began their rigorous medical training, marking the first step in a journey that will prepare them to provide exceptional care to communities near and far.Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/york-college-welcomes-physician-assistant-class-of-2029 ...Continue Reading

York College is proud to welcome the newest cohort of future healthcare leaders: the Physician Assistant (PA) Class of 2029. This diverse and highly driven group of 30 students recently began their rigorous medical training, marking the first step in a journey that will prepare them to provide exceptional care to communities near and far.Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/york-college-welcomes-physician-assistant-class-of-2029 ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Community, You are warmly invited to attend* “Let’s Just Talk About What We Carry: A Mental Health Summit,” *hosted by the Greater New York City Black Nurses Association in collaboration with York College. This annual summit will bring together guest speakers and mental health professionals to explore vital mental health topics and their impact on individuals, families, and communities. Together, we will create space for honest conversation, reflection, and healing.*Event Details* • Title: Let’s Just ...Continue Reading

** Dear Colleagues, We are seeking faculty and HEO volunteers to serve a *one-year term* on our * Adjudication Committee*, on our *Appeal Committee*, as a *CUNY-Appointed Advisor* and/or as a *Presenter Advisor *under CUNY’s Policy on Sexual Misconduct.  These roles are central to maintaining a safe, respectful learning environment and ensuring that our procedures remain equitable for all members of our college community._The Adjudication Committee:_ Reviews evidence, hears testimony, and determ ...Continue Reading

 *Attention All,* IT is planning a two-hour maintenance window from 11:30pm, Saturday, September 12 to 1:30am, Sunday, September 13, 2026, for windows update on servers.   During the maintenance window, VPN remote desktop access and services may be disrupted. Also, archived email messages will not be available during the maintenance. We do not expect any disruptions to any other services. After the maintenance all the above-mentioned services will be fully functional. If you expe ...Continue Reading

*****Affected Application*: Active Directory Servers*Service Impact*: VPN access to remote desktop*Impacted Locations*: Campus*Impacted Users*: All*Start Time:* 8:00 PM on 9/11/2026*End Time*: 11:00 PM on 9/11/2026 All York College Active Directory servers will be upgraded with new windows patches for security. VPN access to the remote desktops may be interrupted during the upgrade temporarily but we do not anticipate any disruption to other services. Report any issues after the update directly to _YConnect Se ...Continue Reading

 *Welcome Back to Campus*  Dear York College Community, Welcome to a new academic year at York College. Our campus is once again filled with the energy, aspirations, and potential of our community. Whether you are a student beginning a new semester, a faculty member preparing to inspire and mentor the next generation, or a staff member supporting our mission every day, each of you plays a vital role in making York College a place of opportunity, discovery, and transformation. We officially launched the academi ...Continue Reading

VPN client (Global Protect) will be upgraded on Friday,  September 11th from 11:00 AM -12pm   Next time you launch Global Protect(GP) client from your remote device GP client will be downloaded and installed in the background. After installation is completed, you will need to reconnect and login again.   We do not expect any disruptions to other services.   If you experience any issues after the update please either send a message to helpdesk@PROTECTED or open a YConnect IT Incident at YC ...Continue Reading

***Affected Application*: Campus Firewall*Start Time*: 4:00 PM on 9/11/2026*End Time*:   5:00 PM on  9/11/2026 York College Campus Firewall OS will be upgraded. *All network resources* on Campus, such as *VPN access* to *remote desktop*, *York web page*, *Yconnect*, *Jabber*, *Remote phones*, etc. are expected to remain uninterrupted during the upgrade window . Also, all University wide applications like CUNYfirst, Brightspace, etc. will remain uninterrupted. I ...Continue Reading

***Service Impact*: WIFI Network *Affected Application*: ClearPass *Impacted Locations*: Campus *Impacted Users*: All*Start Time*:  10:00 PM on 9/12/2026*End Time*:   11: PM on 9/12/2026 The WiFi servers will be upgraded during the maintenance window. If you are on campus during this period, you may experience temporary disruptions to the WiFi service. After the maintenance is complete, if you are unable to connect to your desired WiFi network, please "Forget" ...Continue Reading

York HR is proud to present the Employee of the Month initiative continuing in Fall 2026. Each month, York College will acknowledge an exceptional York employee for the work they do to further the mission and goals of the campus.The York Community with have the opportunity to nominate their peers and colleagues for this prestigious honor. Each semester, York HR will send a communication to the campus soliciting nominations for the Employee of the Month. Employees should complete a detailed nomination form based on the f ...Continue Reading

*All the computers in your area are scheduled to be rebooted during the night starting at 10 PM, Thursday, September 10th.* To avoid lost data in documents you are currently maybe working on,   Please save all your documents and close all applications before leaving for the day on Thursday, September 10th. If you are working remotely, close all applications on your office computer. *And do not Shut Down your Computer*  *Why are we rebooting the computers in your area?* ...Continue Reading

Dear Colleagues,You’re invited to the York College Navigate Summit: Unlocking Navigate’s Full Potential for Student Success, on * Tuesday, September 15, 2026*, from *Noon to 1:50 p.m. in AC 2M04*. This focused session is designed to help you use Navigate more effectively to support our students from enrollment through graduation.Many of us use only a fraction of Navigate’s capabilities. This summit will feature practical demonstrations, peer-to-peer learning, and real success stories from York College Navigate Faculty C ...Continue Reading

  Dear York College Community, At York College, we come together to remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, the heroes who served, and all those whose lives were forever changed. This year marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11, a solemn milestone for our nation and our community. We invite our campus community to join us for a 9/11 Memorial as we pause together in remembrance, reflection, and honor:Date: Friday, September 11, 2026Time: 8:30 AMLocation: Guy R. Brewer Main Entrance Flag P ...Continue Reading

*Welcome Back to Campus*  Dear York College Community, Welcome to a new academic year at York College. Our campus is once again filled with the energy, aspirations, and potential of our community. Whether you are a student beginning a new semester, a faculty member preparing to inspire and mentor the next generation, or a staff member supporting our mission every day, each of you plays a vital role in making York College a place of opportunity, discovery, and transformation. We officially launched the academic year ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Community,At York College, we come together to remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, the heroes who served, and all those whose lives were forever changed. This year marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11, a solemn milestone for our nation and our community.We invite our campus community to join us for a 9/11 Memorial as we pause together in remembrance, reflection, and honor:Date: Friday, September 11, 2026Time: 8:30 AMLocation: Guy R. Brewer Main Entrance Flag PolesIn re ...Continue Reading

The Accounting and Finance Department held a full-day Career Development Workshop, End of Tax Season Celebration, and Graduation Award Ceremony on April 21, 2026, bringing together students, alumni, faculty, and accounting professionals for a day of professional development, networking, and celebration.Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/accounting-and-finance-department-hosts-career-development-workshop-tax-season-celebration-and-graduation-award-ceremony ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Community,   Information Technology will hold an all-department meeting this Friday, September 11th from *2:00 PM to 4:00 PM*.    To allow our staff to participate without interruption, IT offices and routine support services will be temporarily paused during this period. IT will remain available to monitor *critical or emergency technology issues*, and normal support operations will resume immediately following the meeting.   We selected this timeframe because campus activity is t ...Continue Reading

Dear Colleagues,You’re invited to the York College Navigate Summit: Unlocking Navigate’s Full Potential for Student Success, on * Tuesday, September 15, 2026*, from *Noon to 1:50 p.m. in AC 2M04*. This focused session is designed to help you use Navigate more effectively to support our students from enrollment through graduation.Many of us use only a fraction of Navigate’s capabilities. This summit will feature practical demonstrations, peer-to-peer learning, and real success stories from York College Navigate Faculty C ...Continue Reading

*All the computers in your area are scheduled to be rebooted during the night starting at 10 PM, Thursday, September 10th.* To avoid lost data in documents you are currently maybe working on,   Please save all your documents and close all applications before leaving for the day on Thursday, September 10th. If you are working remotely, close all applications on your office computer. *And do not Shut Down your Computer*  *Why are we rebooting the computers in your area?* ...Continue Reading

*All the computers in your area are scheduled to be rebooted during the night starting at 10 PM, Thursday, September 10th.* To avoid lost data in documents you are currently maybe working on,   Please save all your documents and close all applications before leaving for the day on Thursday, September 10th. If you are working remotely, close all applications on your office computer. *And do not Shut Down your Computer*  *Why are we rebooting the computers in your area?* ...Continue Reading

** Dear York College Community, We invite you to join us as we come together to celebrate the life, legacy, and lasting impact of our beloved colleague, *Kirk Buddy*. Kirk was a cherished member of the York College family whose kindness, dedication, and friendship touched the lives of so many across our campus community. This memorial gathering will provide an opportunity for colleagues, friends, and community members to honor his memory, share reflections, and celebrate the many ways he enriched our lives.*Memorial Cel ...Continue Reading

**   Dear Faculty and Staff of York College, the University has now launched its training modules for the 2026-2027 academic year.  First, we would like to take a moment to thank you, again, for your efforts to complete all required CUNY training programs in the 2025-2026 academic year.  Based on your efforts, York College saw improvement in all areas of training: 2024-2025 2025-2026 Workplace Violence 78% 86% ESPARC 78% 87% Gender-Based Violence 91% 96% Title VI N/A 95% Your efforts last year demonstrate ...Continue Reading

  Dear Faculty and Staff of York College,   Please be reminded that CUNY-related business must be conducted using your official CUNY email account and not through personal email accounts.   Using personal email for College or University business may seem convenient, but it creates serious security, privacy, records management, and legal concerns. Personal email accounts are outside of CUNY’s managed environment and may not have the same protections, retention controls, access safeguards, or security moni ...Continue Reading

 Dear York College Community   We are delighted to invite you to attend the York College 2026 Convocation. This significant event marks the formal beginning of the academic journey for our incoming students, and your presence will greatly contribute to the warmth and inspiration of the occasion.  *Event:* Fall 2026 Convocation  *Date: *​September 8  *Time: *Noon - 2 p.m.*Where:* Atrium  Please RSVP in advance.  ...Continue Reading

 *#YourVillageAwaits*   Dear Faculty and Staff, York College’s /Your Village Awaits/ campaign has celebrated the powerful role our students play in our community. We are now excited to expand this effort, highlighting that our strength comes from every member of our campus community, including our dedicated faculty and staff. To bring this message to life, *this month only,* we are inviting faculty and staff to be photographed for use in upcoming campaign materials (web, print, and digital signa ...Continue Reading

Good morning,  *_Enrollment:_* This chart below reflects our *Fall 2026* numbers as of* September 6, 2026.* In addition, I've attached the CUNY Dashboard Report, also dated *9-6-26*. This report compares our enrollment with the other CUNY colleges.  *_Enrollment Target:_* Our Enrollment Target is 6,750 students; we are currently at 7,156 students. Final enrollment numbers are locked in by CUNY.  This is referred to as FORM A. This is 21 days after classes begin.  W ...Continue Reading

 Dear York College Community   We are delighted to invite you to attend the York College 2026 Convocation. This significant event marks the formal beginning of the academic journey for our incoming students, and your presence will greatly contribute to the warmth and inspiration of the occasion.  *Event:* Fall 2026 Convocation  *Date: *​September 8  *Time: *Noon - 2 p.m.*Where:* Atrium  Please RSVP in advance.  ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: Topic: Let's Talk Data: CUNY PMP 2026 Time: Sep 25, 2026 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86812873103?pwd=siBzquD40walyU5x4VmyEUIvynGnXn.1__;!!MoI8UrBbVg!9zeAZGCtH1RWx8mvD7UUuqJtR6w0jjIX43xw70XVMZA_pd7-5pzn-9XZ5w4v9AQm_MPaDlT6-p3Gcg3bY1w8V8mT_UG8Ds-QbcRWzock$ Meeting ID: 868 1287 3103 Passcode: 061177 One tap mobile +19292056099,,86812873103#,,,,*061177# US (New York) +16469313860,,86812873103#,,,,*061177# US Join instructions ...Continue Reading

 Dear York College Community   We are delighted to invite you to attend the York College 2026 Convocation. This significant event marks the formal beginning of the academic journey for our incoming students, and your presence will greatly contribute to the warmth and inspiration of the occasion.  *Event:* Fall 2026 Convocation  *Date: *​September 8  *Time: *Noon - 2 p.m.*Where:* Atrium  Please RSVP in advance.  ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: Topic: Let's Talk Data: Academic Momentum Time: Nov 20, 2026 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82649506135?pwd=uoNDQhYgWaDa1canxgKGtz9gGkLWZ3.1__;!!MoI8UrBbVg!4BS9gSjnMWaZFK-MflM1utjNEQM8lmnIiAaW4WeyhPYUbIGlUs4c5OgkhQLbWDVw5eMZTL0X2vQ3sXCg1HFb2C2lpjdNzE33-i46WyO3$ Meeting ID: 826 4950 6135 Passcode: 513471 One tap mobile +19292056099,,82649506135#,,,,*513471# US (New York) +16469313860,,82649506135#,,,,*513471# US ______________ ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: Lori Hoeffner is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2922126537?pwd=epVZWtqIjTIzrORdaZ8hNA7AbfFWUO.1&omn=81567734226__;!!MoI8UrBbVg!6wsbWiPNPQvuL-0AsVWcgN9MlTuEbcH4Ty31Df6ZGJs5LOHALmi0miCJg23YfAuvFUkaNuVFY29ChyR_NADYD3HFuSxMXVPl9uvhwOV3$ Meeting chat link https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/81567734226__;!!MoI8UrBbVg!6wsbWiPNPQvuL-0AsVWcgN9MlTuEbcH4Ty31Df6ZGJs5LOHALmi0miCJg23YfAuvFUkaNuVFY29ChyR_NADYD ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: Topic: Let's Talk Data: CUNY Student Experience Survey 2026 Time: Mar 19, 2027 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81727385372?pwd=UatJQxvIQ2rsl0kwPuXqCamASyBdeU.1__;!!MoI8UrBbVg!6Ox6_0sEyvcmARRLRUR27b_m5TBuN4xz24udLLgVLXenHTxzVScyAofA-B_1ebKvNDvaqtIUpFWAza8o-h10jY_bVvXwwgkxcYc5R0w4$ Meeting ID: 817 2738 5372 Passcode: 705165 One tap mobile +16469313860,,81727385372#,,,,*705165# US +19292056099,,81727385372#,,,,*705165# US (New Y ...Continue Reading

  Dear Esteemed Faculty Members,   We are delighted to invite you to attend the York College 2026 Convocation. This significant event marks the formal beginning of the academic journey for our incoming students, and your presence will greatly contribute to the warmth and inspiration of the occasion.  *Event:* Fall 2026 Convocation  *Date: *​September 8  *Time: *Noon - 2 p.m.*Where:* AC-3D01 *Attire:* Academic Regalia   The convocation is a time-honore ...Continue Reading

Dear Faculty and Staff,   The City University of New York and its constituent colleges are subject to the public procurement rules of New York State law.  The University sets forth rules designating specific officials who are authorized to execute agreements on behalf of the colleges or the university.  *_Individuals not specifically designated with contract-signing authority may not sign agreements binding the College._*  These rules provide:Contracts for the purchase of goods and services val ...Continue Reading

Colleagues!Don’t miss this *unique ACUE–TMCF CHANGE development opportunity* made possible through York’s partnership with the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF).  *Through this opportunity York faculty and staff will have **access until June 2027** **to ACUE’s nationally recognized teaching **and** learning courses and Quick Studies**, a community of practice, and resources designed to strengthen teaching effectiveness and student out ...Continue Reading

 Dear Campus Community,It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our dear colleague, Charmain Williams-Mark.  Charmain dedicated several years of service to the Financial Aid community, where she worked tirelessly to assist students and support her colleagues. She was more than a coworker—she was a valued member of our professional family, and her presence touched the lives of so many throughout the years. Her passing is a tremendous loss to all who knew and worked alongside her. Please kee ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Faculty and Staff, As we start the Fall 2026 semester, it is essential that we continue to provide our students with the necessary support and resources to help them navigate challenges. In the event of an emergency or if you encounter students in crisis, please reach out to Public Safety at 718-262-2222 and the Student Affairs and Enrollment Management at 718-262-2331 for immediate response and assessment of the situation. We work in consultation with Health Services, the Center for Studen ...Continue Reading

Two of our Computer Science students were recently highlighted in the August edition of CUNY Research in Focus for their contributions to an interdisciplinary project that explores “The World Through Hip Hop.”Read the full article: https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/2026/2-york-computer-science-students-featured-in-cuny-research-in-focus ...Continue Reading