Discovering New Rhythms at BMCC: A Performing Artist’s Unique Path Back to College
Around five years ago, Music major Stephanie Marrow could be found jetting off to one of Europe’s bustling capital cities, such as Paris or Edinburgh, during what were two-year stints as an international flight attendant for a major airline. “And then, just as things were getting really exciting, the pandemic hit,” said Marrow, who has now lived in New York City for around 12 years. Eventually, she found her way to BMCC and rediscovered her love of performing music while also excelling academically. Marrow graduates in Spring 2024 and is a finalist for a major scholarship. But before she moves on to the next chapter, Stephanie Marrow will be featured on movie screens across New York City performing her original song “Puzzle Piece” in a BMCC movie advertisement that will run before screenings of “Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé,” starting in December.
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Psychology Major Izadora Lima Awarded $19K Transfer Scholarship by Pace University
“When I got the acceptance letter from Pace, they let me know I had been awarded the Dean’s Scholarship, a merit award for my grades and effort,” says Izadora Lima, who moved to NYC from Brazil in 2020. These awards recognize her accomplishments both inside and outside the classroom. At BMCC, she has served as a peer mentor, been a member of the Panther Partners program, Academy of Leadership and Service and more. “Iza is a testament to how even the most driven and academically accomplished student needs to be well-rounded, proactive, and a community member in the classroom and beyond,” says Professor Maya Jiménez. |
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BMCC Scholar Presents Research at National Conference
BMCC CUNY Research Scholars Program Science major and Hudson River Foundation Tibor T Polgar fellow, Brandon Campos won an award for work he did with his research mentor, Professor Abel Navarro at the Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized Scientists Conference held November 15 through 18 in Phoenix, AZ. Students from colleges and universities across the United States presented at the conference. |
BMCC Celebrates the Life-Changing Role of Registered Apprenticeships
To showcase the important role of Registered Apprenticeships and to honor its industry partners—including Amazon, AON, Cisco, IBM and Zurich Insurance—BMCC recognized the U.S. Department of Labor’s 9th Annual National Apprenticeship Week on November 16. The event was hosted by the Adult Continuing Education division of the BMCC Center for Adult Continuing Education and Workforce Development at 25 Broadway. A program highlight was the presentation of the college’s first Trailblazer Award to two BMCC alumni who have leveraged their apprenticeship experience into career entry in their fields of choice. Shown above, left to right: Steven Nuñez, Kennedy Ehiwe, Lauren Anderson, Catalina Caro, Terry Kidd, Michelle Gilliard, Michael Todisco, Noel Guzman, David Fredericks.
Author Alejandro Campoverdi Discusses Memoir “First Gen” at BMCC Book Talk Event
BMCC’s Transfer Scholars Network hosted a book talk event featuring Mexican American author Alejandra Campoverdi discussing her memoir “First Gen,” on November 27 in Theatre 2. The memoir retraces her trajectory from gang member’s girlfriend, to first-generation college student, a White House aide to President Obama, a Harvard graduate and a candidate for Congress. The discussion was moderated by Modern Languages Professor Sophie Maríñez.
BMCC Celebrates Hispanic Heritage at Spanish Around the World Event
As part of BMCC’s Hispanic Heritage Month, Conexiones and College Discovery hosted the Spanish Around the World event on November 27 in Richard Harris Terrace. The event featured a panel discussion on different Spanish dialects and the diversity of Spanish culture. Panelists included Modern Languages Professors Berenice Darwich, Ángeles Donoso and BMCC alumnus Karol Hernandez. College Discovery Director Pedro Pérez moderated the panel.
CUNY Tuesday a Tremendous Success at BMCC
CUNY Tuesday has officially ended, and the results are in. The Office of Institutional Advancement is pleased to announce that BMCC finished in fourth place among all CUNY colleges—$148,218 in revenue, 53 donors, and two unlocked matching challenges totaling $32,000. This is a testament to the generosity of giving and the power of a singular day designated to giving—CUNY Tuesday. It is due to our loyal as well as new supporters that the College was able to achieve such success. On behalf of BMCC students and the College, thank you for your generosity. The funds received will directly benefit the future of our student leaders. Remember Leaders Start Here!
Grammy Nominated Artist Kokayi Featured at Music Program Workshop
BMCC’s Music and Art Department hosted a free workshop and performance featuring the Grammy-nominated emcee, producer and 2023 Guggenheim Fellow, Kokayi (pictured above at piano) on November 29 in a Fiterman Hall rehearsal room. In addition to performing live, Kokayi offered critiques of student performances and also participated in a question-and-answer session where he shared details from his musical journey.
BMCC Celebrates Student and Alumni Entrepreneurs at Founders Festival and Holiday Market
Around 400 students attended the BMCC Founders Festival on November 29 in Richard Harris Terrace. The festival, which also featured a holiday market, music and prizes, was a celebration of the entrepreneurial endeavors of BMCC students and alumni. Hosted by Blackstone LaunchPad, Open Market/Pointedspaces, Kanu.us and the Citizen Entrepreneur Explorers Program (CEEP), the festival showcased innovative student entrepreneurs and local vendors. “The festival also provides an opportunity for students with business ideas to meet, network and ask local entrepreneurs questions about their own business ideas,” explained Small Business and Entrepreneurship Professor Roderick Shane Snipes.
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BMCC Welcomes Daniel H. Katz, Director of the Office of Diplomatic Engagement and Training
Daniel H. Katz, Ph.D. has joined BMCC as Director of the college’s inaugural Office of Diplomatic Engagement and Training (ODET) located in the BMCC Center for Continuing Education and Workforce Development. ODET’s mission is to provide training and build capacity for diplomats, consular officials and others throughout New York, surrounding areas and beyond. ODET will provide opportunities that benefit students, faculty, staff and the broader international diplomatic community in New York City, which hosts the largest diplomatic corps in the world. Dr. Katz brings a wealth of experience in the public and private sectors. He is a nonresident scholar for the China Studies Program at the James A. Baker III Institute for Public Policy at Rice University and has previous affiliations with the U.S. Department of State and Center for a New American Security, as well as the International Institute for Strategic Studies–Asia. |
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BMCC Finance and Banking Club Hosts Carole Laible, CEO of Domini Impact Investments at December 6 Event
Students are invited to a special Finance and Banking Club end-of-semester event with guest speaker Carole Laible, CEO of Domini Impact Investments on December 6 at 2 p.m. in Fiterman Hall, Room F-1304. Laible has over 20 years of impact investing experience, having joined Domini in 1997, and is responsible for the overall research and mutual funds operations of the firm. In addition to prizes and refreshments, the event will feature a screening of “The Big Short” documentary film. For more information, contact Professor Julian Schroeder at jschroeder@bmcc.cuny.edu. |
Come Participate in Storytelling Live Open Mic, December 6
Students, faculty and staff who have a three-to-five-minute story to share are invited to participate in an open mic event—Storytelling Open Mic—on December 6 from 2 to 4 p.m. in Richard Harris Terrace. All forms of spoken storytelling are welcome, including narratives, poetry and raps. For more information or to RSVP, contact Professor Chris Moss at cmoss@bmcc.cuny.edu.
All Are Invited to BMCC Film Festival, December 10
The Cinema Arts Club will present its Fall 2023 BMCC Film Festival on December 10 at 6 p.m. in Theatre 2 at 199 Chambers Street. Admission to the festival is free and the event is open to the public. Students can still submit their films here. All genres are welcome. For more information, contact Media Arts and Technology Professor Tassos Rigopoulos at arigopoulos@bmcc.cuny.edu
Get 25% Off at BMCC’s Farmer’s Fridge Vending Machines, Through December
Throughout the month of December, BMCC community members can purchase healthy, fresh meal options at a 25% discount at BMCC’s Farmer’s Fridge vending machines located at 199 Chambers Street on the fourth floor, the Murray Building on the second floor and in the cafeteria at Fiterman Hall. The Farmer’s Fridge vending machine is temperature controlled and stocked with a wide variety of meals and snacks.
Winter Immersion Program Begins in January
This winter, BMCC will offer several free programs to help eligible students complete their basic skills requirements prior to the start of the Spring 2024 semester. Interested students can find out more at the program’s website. |
