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BMCC and Morehouse College Sign MOU, Strengthening Existing Partnership with New Pipeline Opportunities
BMCC and Morehouse College, the nation’s only all-male Historically Black College or University (HBCU), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on January 30 to strengthen their transfer partnership. This agreement formally establishes the BMCC-Morehouse Transfer Dual Admission Pathway Program, guaranteeing admission for eligible BMCC graduates who meet the academic and admission criteria to transfer to Morehouse College and Morehouse College Online. Additionally, students admitted to Morehouse through this pathway will have the opportunity to participate in the Morehouse College Dual-Degree Engineering Program. This program allows students to earn both a liberal arts education from Morehouse and an engineering education from a partnering institution.

Afrikan Heritage Month Kicks Off With Stirring Program of Dance, Speakers and More
On February 5, BMCC kicked off Afrikan Heritage Month (AHM) with a high-energy program of speakers and spoken word, as well as modern and traditional African dance, drumming, stepping and choral pieces performed by NYC middle- and high school students. The event also featured a hip-hop performance by Dr. Tabetha Mack, a counselor at the BMCC Counseling Center. UMLA Director, Dr. Ashtian Holmes was emcee and speakers included Professor James Blake, BMCC President Anthony E. Munroe and more. To view the entire month of Afrikan Heritage Month events, visit here.

BMCC Hosts Harlem Leaders Breakfast
BMCC hosted a Harlem leaders breakfast at the iconic Sylvia's Restaurant on Monday, February 3. This gathering brought together influential non-profit, educational, political, and religious leaders from the Harlem community to meet our esteemed president. The purpose of this gathering was for President Munroe to share his vision for BMCC while fostering healthy partnerships and collaborations with Harlem institutions. Dr. Munroe provided a high-level overview of BMCC sharing invaluable information about the incredible work being done including our study abroad programs, partnership agreements with four-year colleges, and various initiatives aimed at supporting students transitioning to college life. Attendees exchanged ideas and discussed potential initiatives that can pave the way for future projects and opportunities to transform the lives and conditions of Harlem residents. This gathering not only strengthened our ties with the Harlem community but also sparked innovative ideas that will undoubtedly enhance the educational landscape at BMCC.

Professor Sophie Maríñez Wins Prestigious Book Award
“Spirals in the Caribbean, Representing Violence and Connection in Haiti and the Dominican Republic” by BMCC Modern Language Professor, Dr. Sophie Maríñez, was released in 2024 by the University of Pennsylvania Press and just selected to receive the 2025 Frantz Fanon Award for Outstanding Book in Caribbean Thought, by the Caribbean Philosophical Association (CPA). The award ceremony will take place in Martinique in Summer 2025. The central image of the book, the Spiral, resonates deeply with current events, Dr. Maríñez explains. “Because the Spiral is a shape that helps us envision how the past recirculates—deepening and expanding as it adapts to new agendas and power structures—I could make the connection between today’s turbulent anti-immigrant practices and the book's focus on the 2013 ruling in the Dominican Republic that denied birthright citizenship and enabled widespread deportation of their Black citizens. I could also relate it to the Haitian Revolution in the late 18th century, a fight between enslavers and freedom-seekers. Rulings against birthright citizenship are not an attack on immigrants but an attack on the nation itself. The Spiral shows how these connections across time extend beyond the Caribbean.”

Students Explore BMCC's Support Service Programs at Super Fair
Students filled Richard Harris Terrace on February 4 for the Spring 2025 Welcome Back Super Fair. The event, organized by the office of New Student Programs, featured representatives from BMCC’s wide-ranging network of support service programs were on hand to answer questions and provide other information.

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BMCC establishes new partnership with Bowie State University
January 31, 2025—The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education, The HBCU Advocate

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Announcements

BMCC Closed February 12 and 17 The College will be closed Wednesday, February 12 for Lincoln’s Birthday and Monday, February 17 for President’s Day. View the CUNY Employee Holiday and Annual Leave Periods memo or the BMCC Academic Calendar for more information.

LinkedIn Learning Platform Now Available LinkedIn Learning is an online learning platform designed to assist users with improving business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals. The LinkedIn Learning video library of engaging, top-quality courses taught by industry experts allows users to learn at their own pace. Available courses include Developing Presentation Skills, Learning Time Management Skills, How to Be An Effective Leader, QuickBooks Tutorials for Accountants, Adobe Creative Cloud Tutorials Web/Fashion Designers, AutoCad Tutorial for Engineers, Scripting Languages for the Application Developers and more. For more information, contact Leticia Dinkins, Instructional Computer Services Manager at the Learning Resource Center, at ldinkins@bmcc.cuny.edu.

The Moth Story Lab All-CUNY Workshop at BMCC in Spring 2025
The Department of Speech, Communication, and Theatre Arts will co-present The Moth Story Lab All-CUNY Workshop Series, a free workshop program where CUNY students—both undergraduate and graduate—can learn the art and craft of true, personal storytelling during the Spring 2025 semester. A series of in-person and virtual workshops will be available beginning in February. For a full description of the event as well as links and workshop dates, click here.

Free Flu Shots for BMCC Students
The Health and Wellness Center (HWC), located at 199 Chambers St., Room N-380 offers free flu shots to all BMCC students daily throughout the winter months. No appointment is necessary, just walk in. For more information, contact the HWC at HealthServices@bmcc.cuny.edu or call (212) 220-8256.

Students Facing Food Insecurity Can Visit the Panther Pantry BMCC is a member of the College and University Food Bank Alliance. Let your students know that if they are facing a food emergency, they can take home nutritionally balanced, non-perishable and frozen food items by visiting the Panther Pantry in the Advocacy and Resource Center (ARC), 199 Chambers Street, Room S-230, on Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Faculty and Staff: Do Your Students Work in K-12 or Daycare?
The LEAP to Teacher (LTT) program—a partnership between the CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies (SLU) and BMCC—offers free services to all (Pre-K to 12th grade) school and daycare workers pursuing a degree or certificate at BMCC to advance their careers in teaching or other fields. These free services include academic and career support, financial assistance, workshops on NYS teacher exam prep and more. To access the services, students must register online. Learn more here or contact Antoinette Adman, LTT Program Specialist, at Antoinette.Adman@slu.cuny.edu.

Enrollment

Spring 2025 Express Session – 8 Weeks, Fast & Flexible!
A Spring 2025 Express Session is available from March 22 to May 22! This 8-week session lets students earn credits faster, but course options and financial aid may be limited. Encourage them to check with an advisor to see if it’s a good fit. Learn more here. Students can register on CUNYfirst or meet with a Panther Station Specialist on Zoom. For more information, visit the Spring Express page or contact Academic Advisement at (212) 220-8315 or aatc@bmcc.cuny.edu.

Join us at the Admissions Spring Open House, March 18
The Admissions staff is calling all future BMCC Panthers to step onto the main campus of 199 Chambers St. for a college experience at the Spring Open House on Tuesday, March 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. Prospective students and their families are welcome for a night full of activities, including a tour of our vibrant campus, information about financial aid and resources, support programs, and the opportunity to engage with our dynamic faculty to discuss potential majors and career paths. Faculty are invited to participate in the open house. This is a great opportunity to highlight your academic program and generate interest for enrollment. For more info, contact the Admissions Office at (212) 220-1265 or admissions@bmcc.cuny.edu. Learn more.

Human Resources

Meet With a Financial Consultant on Campus
Christian Hawkinson from TIAA will be on the BMCC campus to assist employees in person with investment planning, retirement and more. One-on-one appointments are available from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 199 Chambers Street, Room N599P on these dates: Tues., Feb. 11; Wed., March 5; Thurs. Apr. 24; Wed., May 14 and Wed., June 11. Space is limited, so register online now or by calling (800) 732-8353.

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Calendar

Jane Young Spring 2025 Film Series: Films of Resistance and Revolt
February 9

Life Dance/Biodanza Series — Let’s Dance!
February 10

Afrikan Heritage Month: “Unlocking the Keys to Success: Lessons from African American Pioneers” Barbershop Talk
February 13

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