News

Moving Ceremony Remembers and Reflects on 9/11/2001

Beneath a deep blue sky on the breezy morning of September 11, BMCC students, faculty, and staff gathered in the plaza at the main entrance of 199 Chambers Street to remember the events of that same day more than two decades earlier, on September 11, 2001. Eight BMCC community members were lost on September 11, 2001, and in the 24 years since, more have been sickened, and many have died from illnesses related to toxic dust and smoke from the attack. BMCC also lost the original Fiterman Hall when it was damaged beyond repair by debris from the collapse of 7 World Trade Center. The new Fiterman Hall opened in 2012.  “Today, we honor and today, we commit to the positive changes that will define our future,” said Student Affairs Vice President, Dr. Marva Craig. “Thank you for being here to remember, to honor and to stand together.”

BMCC Receives SUCCESS Institutional Leadership Award
BMCC has received a 2025 SUCCESS Institutional Leadership Award in recognition of the College’s long-standing commitment to supporting immigrant students, as well as its innovative engagement in the Welcome Corps on Campus initiatives. The award was presented on behalf of the 2025 SUCCESS Convening organizational and campus co-hosts, including the Presidents’ Alliance, Immigrants Rising, the University of Illinois Chicago, Dominican University, and the Illinois Institute of Technology. The recognition was based on nominations submitted to the SUCCESS organizing committee. BMCC Vice President of Enrollment Management, Dr. Sanjay Ramdath, accepted the award on September 11 at a ceremony held at the University of Illinois Chicago.

BMCC Paramedic Program Celebrates Fall 2025 Graduation

BMCC’s Department of Allied Health Sciences hosted its Fall 2025 Paramedic Program graduation ceremony on September 10 in the main theatre at 199 Chambers Street. The event recognized A.A.S. graduates of the Paramedic program, as well as students who completed the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) basic course, which prepares them for the EMT certification exam and entry into the Paramedic program. “You are about to become part of a key component in the New York State EMS system,” said Ryan P. Greenberg, Director of the New York State Bureau of EMS. “Certified paramedics respond to and serve the needs of almost four million EMS calls each year.” Statewide, there has been a 17.5% drop in the number of active, certified EMS workers between 2019 and 2022. Emergency medicine programs like the one at BMCC, are helping to bridge the gap while providing a path to fulfilling careers, enabling 87% of students to find employment within six months of graduation.

Center for Continuing Education and Workforce Development Launches Cybersecurity White Hat and Job Placement Initiative

BMCC’s Center for Continuing Education and Workforce Development hosted an event on September 11 at the Fiterman Hall Conference Center to mark the official launch of the Cybersecurity White Hat and Job Placement Initiative. The program, created in partnership with the Cybersecurity Global Alliance (CSGA), is designed to prepare students for careers in ethical hacking, digital forensics, and national defense cybersecurity roles. The fully online cyber-defense curriculum is accessible to students nationwide and features mentorship from cybersecurity professionals in both the defense and private sectors. To learn more about this new Continuing Education and Workforce Development program, visit the BMCC Online Cybersecurity White Hat program website. In addition, BMCC’s Computer Information Systems (CIS) Department offers a 30-credit online certificate in Cybersecurity that enables students to pursue careers in the field while earning CIS stackable credits. Upon completing the CIS program, students are well-positioned to apply for entry-level jobs, sit for a range of industry certification exams, and enroll in one of the AAS degree programs offered through the BMCC CIS Department. Learn more about BMCC’s Cybersecurity certificate program here.

BMCC President Appears on Podcast NACCTEP Now
BMCC President, Dr. Anthony E. Munroe, is a featured guest on an episode of the National Association of Community College Teacher Education’s podcast “NACCTEP Now.” Dr. Munroe appears as part of the Voices of CUNY series, where college presidents share their leadership perspectives and commitment to advancing opportunity for future educators. The episode, hosted by NACCTEP Executive Director Julie Ferin, is available here.

Making Headlines

BMCC to host HBCU Classic NYC Professional Panel: “Your Future Is Now”

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Announcements

BMCC Cannabis Retail Management – Open Enrollment Info Session

The Cannabis Workforce Program will host a free online information session for the Cannabis Retail Management Program on September 17 at 6 p.m. on ZOOM. The event is for individuals who might be looking to change careers, build new skills, or break into the billion-dollar cannabis industry.  Attendees will have the chance to meet staff who will explain everything the course offers—including learning outcomes, goals, expectations, and the support available. The curriculum is designed to provide graduates with the tools to become a cannabis retail manager covering: Seed-to-sale tracking systems, Retail operations & inventory, State regulations & compliance and Customer experience best practices. Learn more about the event here.

BMCC IDs Currently Available

BMCC IDs are currently available to all registered students and active employees at the Service Desk located in room S-141 of 199 Chambers Street, weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. For more information, visit the Service Desk Knowledge Base.

BMCC Cafeteria and Fiterman Café Open for Fall Semester BMCC Cafeteria at 199 Chambers St. is open Monday to Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Fiterman Café is open Monday to Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Handshake: Student Career Connection Available

Handshake is BMCC's premier career services platform, connecting students and alumni with a wealth of opportunities. Whether an individual is searching for internships, part-time jobs, full-time positions or simply exploring career paths, Handshake is a good resource. Job or intern seekers can claim their profile to showcase skills and experience and gain access to thousands of job postings and other resources. Handshake also allows individuals to register for career events, schedule appointments with career advisors and receive personalized job recommendations. Handshake is a one-stop shop for launching a career! BMCC community members with questions about Handshake can contact Director of Career Development Robert Earl at rearl@bmcc.cuny.edu.

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.

Human Resources

BMCC Health Fair — Your Wellness Starts Here

October 8, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. • Richard Harris Terrace
Join us for the BMCC Health Fair, a vibrant and informative event dedicated to your health and well-being. Whether you're looking to connect with health professionals, explore wellness resources, or discover services available to you, this is your opportunity to take charge of your health journey. Come with questions, leave with answers. Let’s build a healthier BMCC community together.

BMCC Flu Clinic — Protect Yourself This Season!

October 9, 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. • Faculty Dining Hall
Stay healthy this fall by getting your free flu shot at the BMCC Flu Clinic! Quick, convenient, and essential—this clinic is open to all BMCC faculty, and staff.

Why You Should Come:

• Free flu vaccinations
• No appointment needed
• Protect yourself and others

Let’s keep our campus community safe and strong. Stop by, roll up your sleeve, and take a simple step toward better health.

Annual Compliance Training Available Online

We are pleased to announce the launch of CUNY’s 2025–2026 annual compliance training program. All employees are required to complete their assigned trainings in Brightspace, the University’s new learning management system. This is the first year compliance trainings are being offered through Brightspace. We encourage all employees to log in and complete the required courses as soon as possible.

Required Trainings:

• ESPARC: Employee Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Response Course
• WVP: Workplace Violence Prevention Training
• GBVT: Gender-Based Violence Training (Required for HR professionals and employees who supervise at least one direct report)

Deadlines:

• Full-time employees must complete all assigned trainings by May 29, 2026.
• Part-time employees, including adjuncts, must complete their trainings by May 29, 2026, or by the end of their employment for the semester, whichever comes first.
• Employees who become inactive in CUNYfirst will lose access to the trainings.

How to Access Your Trainings:
You have been automatically enrolled in your required compliance courses.
To get started:

1. Log in to Brightspace
2. Go to the "Compliance" section under My Courses

New employees will gain access the day after their CUNYfirst record becomes active.

Resources & Support:

• Employee Navigation Guide
• Compliance Training FAQs
• Need help? Contact your campus compliance administrator.

Thank you for your continued commitment to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace for all members of the CUNY community.

Sports and Wellness

Panthers Dominate In Win Over Rockland

Students, faculty and staff are invited to use the College's Fitness Center

Follow the Panthers The BMCC athletic program leads eight varsity teams competing at the NJCAA Division III level. For more news on the Panthers, visit the official site of BMCC Athletics and follow the Panthers on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Calendar

Social Sciences and Human Services Open House

September 19

NY State Opportunity Promise: Free Community College Information Session

September 22

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