*REMINDER:* *FOLLOW HOLIDAY GIFT RULES* As the holidays approach, keep in mind that as a state employee, you must comply with the gift rules enforced by the Public Officers Law (POL). *_Holiday Gift Exchange Rules_* When state employees exchange gifts, the key factor in determining if a gift is allowed is whether it could appear as an attempt to influence the recipient of the gift in the performance of their state job or is intended as a reward for the employee’s official action. Gift giving among employees during the ...Continue Reading

Dear Instructor, Researcher, Staff, IT Professionals, Admin, On this Thursday 5th and Friday 6th CTLET will be closed.  All our staff will be at the John Jay College in Manhattan for the annual CUNY IT Conference.  *Read on to see how the Conference is also for /you/--faculty focused on research or on teaching and learning, staff from all offices, and admin.  * As of the start of this week, *1,250 faculty, staff and IT professionals hailing from all CUNYs have registered for the 2024 CUNY IT confere ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: Congratulations to Accounting Professor Mary-Jo Kranacher, CPA, on her recent participation in WalletHub's feature on credit cards. https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/professor-kranacher-shares-expertise-in-enlightening-wallethub-article ...Continue Reading

Dear Faculty,    We’re thrilled to introduce a new initiative designed to spark creativity, collaboration, and career readiness across our campus: /Curriculum to Career: Connecting Curriculum with Career Competencies./ This pilot program offers a unique opportunity to create meaningful, co-curricular experiences for our students—linking what they’re learning in the classroom with real-world career competencies that will help them succeed beyond York.    Through this initiative, we’re providing ...Continue Reading

*In this issue:* Articles on AI, Creative Writing, “Writing-to-Learn,” and Pleasure in the Classroom Upcoming Workshops WAC Support & Resources Writing to learn: Creativity and AI Since the release of OpenAI’s ChatGPT generative artificial intelligence chatbot back in the fall of 2022 (almost exactly two years ago to the day), not much has changed. Debates have not yet ceased to engage with the AI tool, cast alternatively as an obstacle needing to be overcome by some and as a revolutionary time-saver by others. N ...Continue Reading

*Good afternoon,* *December training dates are now available!*The COELIG Training Team has added dates to the *_Class Registration Self-Enrollment Portal_* (https://ethics.ny.gov/comprehensive-ethics-training-course-cetc-openings) for employees who are due for the Comprehensive Ethics Training Course (‘CETC’). Currently, there are six open sessions available to employees from any state agency to attend the live CETC delivered by the COELIG Training Team.    *December CETC Training Dates:* Tuesday, Decemb ...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.  */(PLEASE NOTE: This is an update from past guidance. State ethics laws require state employees to complete live training once every two years, and an online refresher course in the intervening years.  Because the online refresher course is N ...Continue Reading

The saying goes, “Cardinals appear when Angels are near.”  Dear College Community, Because you are near, our Cardinals not only appear, but they thrive through your support.  Imagine for a moment, the difference we can make when we all give.   Our faculty and staff community is over 500 strong.  If we each made a minimum donation of $20.24, we can raise $10,120 to help support student retention, persistence and success.  Please join me and also tell a friend to join us  in unlocking the ga ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: Sixteen eager Occupational Therapy (OT) students took a monumental step last month in their professional journey, attending their first-ever conference under the expert guidance of their professors, Dr. Clover Hutchinson and Dr. Mary Devadas. https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/diving-into-professionalism-ot-students-shine-at-their-first-conference ...Continue Reading

/Please see the following notice from the CUNY Office of General Counsel, and if you have any questions, please contact York College Campus Counsel Russell Platzek, at //rplatzek@PROTECTED// / 718-262-2140.  Thank you./                                                                         Office of the Senior Vice Chancellor for L ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Community, The following documents have been uploaded to the OIESP intranet: *Research Briefs:*York College’s Full-time Faculty: 2019 - 2023 Trends Assessment of EAB Navigate’s Early Alert System, Spring 2024 *Data Snapshot:*Gateway Pass Rates of Full-time First-time Freshmen: 2019–2023Fall 2024 Enrollment (Preliminary) Snapshot *Reminders:*We are currently looking for volunteers to serve on the Middle States Self-Study Working Groups. If you are interested, please contact Lori Hoe ...Continue Reading

Dear Faculty,    We’re thrilled to introduce a new initiative designed to spark creativity, collaboration, and career readiness across our campus: /Curriculum to Career: Connecting Curriculum with Career Competencies./ This pilot program offers a unique opportunity to create meaningful, co-curricular experiences for our students—linking what they’re learning in the classroom with real-world career competencies that will help them succeed beyond York.    Through this initiative, we’re providing ...Continue Reading

As a new year approaches, we also mark the end of an era at York College. With immense gratitude and heartfelt celebration, we announce the retirement of our beloved Registrar, Sharon Davidson. For over 40 years, Sharon has been a cornerstone of the York College community. Her journey began as a student and member of the Women’s Basketball team, followed by her early days as a College Assistant in the Registrar’s Office. Through hard work, dedication, and visionary leadership, Sharon rose to the role of Registrar, leav ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: York College, CUNY congratulates the recent graduates of the JFKR Aviation and Aeronautics program! https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/jfkr-aviation-program-graduates-celebrate-milestone ...Continue Reading

*Affected Application: *Network*   * *Service Impact: *None*     * *Location: *Central Office and All Colleges*      * *Change Numbers:* CHG0034267 *Start Time:  *6PM on 12/02/24 *End Time:   *7PM on 12/02/24* *  CIS will be performing work to enhance the balance of CUNY Internet connections on Monday, December 2nd from 6:00 pm-7:00 pm. There are no service disruptions anticipated during this maintenance. Please alert yo ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: Dr. Wenying Huang-Stolte, an instructional technologist at York College, has been recognized as Employee of the Month for November 2024. https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/celebrating-dr-wenying-huang-stolte-employee-of-the-month ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: On a recent November weekend, faculty, students and staff from York's Physician Assistant (PA) Program attended the New York State Society of PAs (NYSSPA) educational conference. https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/york-pa-program-celebrates-20th-anniversary-and-attends-nysspa-conference ...Continue Reading

*Affected Application*: Outlook Client and Outlook Web       *Service Impact*: Resolved *Impacted Locations*: Central Office and All Colleges *Impacted Users*: Some Users *Incident Number*: INC0217312 *Time Reported*: 11:00 AM on 11/25/24 *Time Resolved*: 7:53AM on 11/26/24 Microsoft has resolved the performance issue with Outlook client and Outlook Web. Users should now be able to access Outlook client and Outlook Web. If any issues persist, please contact your local service desk.  Please ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: Once again and York again leaned into the onset of the holiday season with a Thanksgiving feast for the entire college community of students, faculty and staff. https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/thanksgiving-feast-serves-nearly-1000-students-faculty-and-staff-york ...Continue Reading

Good afternoon Cardinals! If you haven't already, please select a name for the newly-renovated cafeteria. Today is the final day to cast your vote. Visit https://www.york.cuny.edu/cafeteria-naming-contest to submit your choice. ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Faculty and Staff,   Let’s celebrate the season together! You’re warmly invited to York College’s Annual Holiday Party. It will be an evening filled with Entertainment, Food, Ornament Decorating, and a UGLY Holiday Sweater Contest! It's going to be a blast! *It all takes place on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 5 pm. * *York College Campus, Health and Physical Education Complex – Gymnasium*  Please _RSVP_ (_https://www.york.cuny.edu/events/winter-wonderland-holiday-party_) by ...Continue Reading

*Affected Application*: Outlook Client and Outlook Web       *Service Impact*: Service Degradation  *Impacted Locations*: Central Office and All Colleges *Time Reported*: 11:00AM on 11/25/24 Microsoft is investigating performance issues with Outlook client and Outlook Web. More information will be provided as it becomes available.  For up-to-date Enterprise Service Desk Announcements, visit CUNY IT Help at https://cunyithelp.cuny.edu/ *York IT 718-262-5300* ...Continue Reading

November 25, 2024 Dear York College Community, We are still seeking volunteers to join the Middle States Self-Study Working Groups and play a vital role in shaping the future of York College. The Self-Study process is an integral part of the accreditation process, and offers an opportunity for us to reflect on our institution, celebrate our strengths, and identify areas for growth as part of our commitment to excellence. Each Working Group will be identifying and analyzing evidence of our strengths and challen ...Continue Reading

*Nicole Goldberg* has been supporting the small but mighty team of Communications & Marketing experts in Institutional Advancement. Nicole will use her extensive marketing, development and engagement experience in the role of substitute Development Corporate & Foundation Relations Director. In this role, Nicole will build philanthropic relationships and implement a strategic plan to successfully identify, cultivate, solicit donors/prospects is support of successful contributions to further the mission of the co ...Continue Reading

*York College Staffing Update 11/22/2024*Separation*Employee Name**Title**Department**Contact**Email*Eva RodriguezAssociate ProfessorOccupational TherapyDonald Auriemmadauriemma@PROTECTEDShane ParawanCUNY Office AssistantBuilding & GroundsGreg Vegagvega@PROTECTEDYolelda Ira (11/27)Affirmative Action SpecialistDiversity & ComplianceArlene Peterson_apeterson1@PROTECTED_New hires*Employee Name**Title**Department*Masroor KhanCampus Safety AssistantCampus SafetySonia GrayCustodial AssistantFacilitiesLateef JimohFinan ...Continue Reading

Dear York College Community, Please visit the OIESP Weekly Registration dashboard (institution login required) for updated Spring 2025 registration data. If you have questions about enrollment, please contact VP Williams or Nicholas Jones, Executive Director of Enrollment Management. Thank youThe Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Strategic Planning ...Continue Reading

*Affected Application*: Campus Firewall *Service Impact*: All Incoming and Outgoing network traffic *Impacted Locations*: Campus *Impacted Users*: All *Start Time*: 3:30 PM on 11/22/2024 *End Time*: 4:30 PM on  11/22/2024 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. may be interrupted intermittently during the upgrade window . Ho ...Continue Reading

Dear York Colleagues As we prepare for the year end, we ask all employees to review their checks and/or direct deposit advice and verify their home address is accurate. You can update your home address in CUNYFirst using the Employee Self Service module and selecting the Personal Details tab. We want to ensure that W2s are received on time and that they are mailed to the correct home address as a number of W2s are return to our HR office each year. As Per University Payroll, the deadline to update your address ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: On Friday, November 8, York College hosted its highly anticipated “Red, Black, and White Alumni Night,” bringing together alumni from across the decades for a joyful reunion. After a significant hiatus since the last alumni celebration, the event drew a vibrant crowd eager to reconnect and reminisce about their shared experiences. https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/alumni-night-a-celebration-of-memories-and-cherished-mementos ...Continue Reading

November 21, 2024 Dear York College Community, As mentioned in a previous communication, when using AI-enabled services, especially in cloud storage, we must remain vigilant about data security. Many AI tools process, store, and sometimes share data across external servers, which may pose a risk to sensitive information. As members of the York College community, please be mindful of the type of data shared when using AI in meetings, especially data that may contain personally identifiable information (PII) or ...Continue Reading

Good Morning York College Community! You are invited to attend the Senate Plenary meeting being held on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, from 12:15 pm to 2 pm in Room AC-3DO1. The following links contain documents for the meeting which will be held in person only:   _Senate Plenary Agenda, November 26, 2024 (https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:e3afe090-24f6-4fdd-827a-8c54355fda29) _ Committee on College Curriculum             _November 2024 ( ...Continue Reading

The York Assessment Management System (YAMS) has been updated to address a bug in the edit validation and resolve issues with empty overlay forms. Additionally, the main website frontend has been recompiled. If you encounter any issues, please try reloading your browser or clearing your cache. For further assistance, contact the IT Helpdesk. ...Continue Reading

*All the computers in your area are scheduled to be rebooted during the night starting at 10 PM, Thursday, November 21st.* 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, November 21st. 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?* These regula ...Continue Reading

*All the computers in your area are scheduled to be rebooted during the night starting at 10 PM, Thursday, November 21st.* 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, November 21st. 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?* These regula ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: Congratulations to Dr. Jennette Allen-McCombs, who recently received a Black, Race and Ethnic Studies (BRES) grant! https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/social-work-professor-receives-bres-award ...Continue Reading

Hello York Colleagues  The CUNY Open Enrollment period is November 1, 2024 – November 30, 2024. To make changes, complete a Health Benefits Application. To obtain an application, please visit the York HR Benefits webpage here. Please visit the Open Enrollment tab for all the change forms. You may also visit the York HR Office for forms. Please be sure to alert Brigette Major bmajor@PROTECTED or Chansong Kim ckim901@PROTECTED if you upload the forms to the secure HR portal. As the last week of November is also th ...Continue Reading

Good afternoon York Colleagues *Eligibility Criteria for the Program: *The Catastrophic Sick Leave Bank (CSLB) enables eligible employees with five (5) or more years of full-time continuous CUNY service to donate annual leave and/or sick leave to the CSLB Program, provided that the employee maintains a sick leave balance of at least twenty–four (24) days. Moreover, eligible employees with fewer than five (5) years of service are entitled to donate annual leave each Program Year. * **Benefits for those who dona ...Continue Reading

*Affected Application: *FileNet*    * *Service Impact: *Unavailable*     * *Impacted Locations: *All Colleges*      * *Impacted Users: *All Users*           * *Start Time:  *6PM on 11/25/24 *End Time:   *8PM on 11/25/24* *  CIS is scheduled to conduct maintenance on the FileNet system from 6:00 PM until  8:00 PM on Monday, November 25, 2024.    During this ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: Rosselyn Charris, a Movement Science major, presented an abstract titled Effects of Peer-led Resistance Training on the Physical and Psychological Health of Urban College Students at the fall conference of the Greater New York Regional Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine (GNYRC-ACSM) at NYU Langone. https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/york-student-achieves-3rd-place-in-undergraduate-abstract-competition ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: I apologize for the delay in my monthly report, but with each passing day, there was more and more (and time bound) information that I wanted to share with you now instead of a month from now.  So please accept the following as my 2024 October Report/ November Update. https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/presidents-2024-october-report-november-update ...Continue Reading

Dear Colleagues, We initiated  the upgrade to our Proofpoint email security system last week. We will complete the migration from our current on-premise Proofpoint infrastructure to a cloud-based Proofpoint solution. This transition will allow us to leverage the latest features, improve system reliability, and simplify management, providing robust email protection and a better user experience. *Migration Details:* Migration Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 8:00am Impact ...Continue Reading

President’s(2024) October Report/ November UpdateDear Campus Community,/I apologize for the delay in my monthly report, but with each passing day, there was more and more (and time bound) information that I wanted to share with you now instead of a month from now.  So please accept the following as my 2024 October Report/ November Update./I am not one for holidays, but as I walk into stores, I can’t help but be reminded that ‘tis the season. Thanksgiving is in a few days, but for me every day is an opportunity to g ...Continue Reading

*Service Impact*: WIFI Network  *Impacted Locations*: Campus  *Impacted Users*: All *Start Time*:  10:00 PM on 11/16/2024 *End Time*:   11:00 PM on 11/16/2024 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" the network on your device and reconn ...Continue Reading

*Affected Application*: Active Directory Servers *Service Impact*: VPN access to remote desktop *Impacted Locations*: Campus *Impacted Users*: All *Start Time:* 7:00 PM on 11/15/2024 *End Time*: 9:00 PM on 11/15/2024 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 Self ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: Veterans Day has been a protracted celebration of York's veteran community this year as the college feted students and employees for their service in the various branches of the U.S. Military. https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/veterans-day-becomes-a-week-of-celebrations-at-york ...Continue Reading

From: mailto: Veterans Day has been a protracted celebration of York's veteran community this year as the college feted students and employees for their service in the various branches of the U.S. Military. https://www.york.cuny.edu/news/veterans-day-becomes-a-week-of-celebrations-at-york ...Continue Reading

November 13, 2024Dear York College Community,Every eight years the College must seek reaffirmation of accreditation from its institutional accreditation agency, the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). This is a very important process that is intended to be reflective, comprehensive, inclusive, transparent, and rigorous. It provides the College community with an opportunity to evaluate all aspects of the College with reference to the MSCHE’s seven standards and four requirements of affiliation, and to d ...Continue Reading

November 14, 2024 Dear York College Community, York College is preparing to embark upon the multi-year period of self-assessment and evaluation essential to our continued accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. We are e-mailing now to invite members of the York College community to volunteer for one of the Working Groups that will carry out much of the important work involved in the Self-Study process.The College will kick-off the Self-Study process in Spring 2025, which will continue thr ...Continue Reading

Good Morning, Just a friendly reminder:* * *Addressing Research Integrity in an Introductory Biology Lab* 12:00-1:00 pm Friday, November 15, 2024 via _Zoom__ (https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87645685521?pwd=FbsDv5fdHZalb25xnTzxSKAx4yiZQu.1&from=addon#success)_   Part of the Teaching for Integrity series, this is a presentation and facilitated discussion for faculty from all departments led by _Laura Beaton_ in the biology department at CUNY York College. Professor Beaton presents an exercise in which stu ...Continue Reading

*All the computers in your area are scheduled to be rebooted during the night starting at 10 PM, Thursday, November 14th.* 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, November 14th. 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?* These regula ...Continue Reading