From insights into Bad Bunny’s music to groundbreaking demographic research, CUNY Graduate Center scholars explore and contribute to Latino and Hispanic cultures and experiences. https://ow.ly/Rjzo50ZSfc9

We celebrated the newly renamed 149 St-Hostos subway station in the South Bronx, recognizing the lasting impact of Hostos Community College as a neighborhood anchor. Hostos is now the first community college and the eighth CUNY college to have its name featured in the NYC subway system.

CUNY Celebrates MTA’s Newly Renamed 149 St-Hostos Subway Station – The City University of New York

The City University of New York today celebrated the newly renamed 149 St-Hostos subway station in the South Bronx, a reflection of the impact of Hostos Community College. The Metropolitan Transportat...

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Featuring 75+ real CUNY students, alums, faculty, and 2 dogs 😍 Check out our subway ads out now!

NYC Public Schools seniors on track to graduate can apply to CUNY for free from Sept. 15 to Nov. 16.Take the first step toward a brighter future at cuny.edu/apply

The newest installment of “A Degree for Every Dream” campaign has officially launched across NYC! Featuring more than 75 students and alumni, and for the first time CUNY faculty and staff, the campaign celebrates the people who make our university extraordinary. https://ow.ly/kGAs50ZVpyO

CUNY policy requires a judicial warrant for any law enforcement official who comes to a campus seeking to make an arrest. We are committed to protecting the rights of our students, faculty, and staff to the fullest extent of the law and regardless of immigration status. cuny.edu/immigrationinfo

Green card holders: Get free, confidential legal advice from a CUNY Citizenship Now! attorney. Our next clinic, in partnership with the New York City Council, is Oct. 17 in the Bronx. Contact CUNY Citizenship Now! to register: Call: 646-664-9400 Text: 929-334-3784 cuny.edu/callback

@governor.ny.gov announced an expansion of her free community college initiative for New Yorkers between ages 25 and 55,. Starting in January, eligible New Yorkers can enroll in a CUNY associate degree program in a high-demand field for free.

Governor Hochul Expands Free Community College Access for Tens of Thousands More Adult Learners Across New York – The City University of New York

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a new expansion of her free community college initiative for New Yorkers between ages 25 and 55, as part of her nation-leading actions to proactively address the ...

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Domestic violence can happen to anyone regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation or other factors. The New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence advocates are standing by to give confidential support, 24/7. Call: 1-800-942-6906 Text: 1-844-997-2121 opdv.ny.gov

Catarina Ferraz, a biomedical engineer at City College, is exploring a novel use of transcranial magnetic stimulation that targets neurons to influence the release of luteinizing hormones. https://www.science.org/content/article/brain-stimulation-takes-aim-improving-women-s-health

It’s National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 💗 Regular mammograms are one of the best ways to detect breast cancer early, when it’s easier to treat. The New York State Department of Health offers free cancer screenings for eligible individuals. To learn more, call 1-866-442-2262.

NYC Public Schools seniors on track to graduate can apply to CUNY for free from Sept. 15 to Nov. 16.Take the first step toward a brighter future at cuny.edu/apply

Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson and NYC Councilman Eric Dinowitz have invested $1.15 million in Lehman College’s Lovinger Theatre. The funding will support upgrades to facilities and technology—helping keep the arts thriving in the Bronx for years to come! https://ow.ly/Vfji50ZN2fV

Harper's Bazaar visited Jenna Gribbon's Brooklyn studio as Hunter College alum prepares for her first major museum solo exhibition.

Jenna Gribbon’s Intimate Portraits Ask Who’s Really Doing the Looking

We visited the buzzy Brooklyn painter’s studio as she prepares for her first major museum solo exhibition

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The Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies at Queens College, CUNY has secured $300,000 in renewed funding, thanks to New York State Senator Michael Gianaris.

Queens College Greek Studies Center receives $300,000 grant, backed by Sen. Gianaris – QNS

The Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies (CBMGS) at Queens College announced on Tuesday, Aug. 11, that it has secured $300,000 in renewed funding.

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Meet Brooklyn College senior Serena Edwards, the new host of “CUNY Uncut,” a TV show and podcast on CUNY TV that explores what’s on the minds of CUNY students. https://ow.ly/Iw4X50ZN1Xz

CUNY Reconnect enrollment grew nearly 50% this fall, helping almost 10,000 New Yorkers ages 25–55 earn degrees in high-demand fields for free! 🎓 Chancellor Félix V. Matos Rodríguez stopped by Queensborough Community College to meet students in the program. 🔗 Learn more: https://ow.ly/Vxjt50ZR8bU

600 new graduate students at CUNY Graduate Center are ready to dive into scholarship and research that “has the power to remake the world. https://ow.ly/NRJk50ZN1Ue

NYC Public Schools seniors on track to graduate can apply to CUNY for free from Sept. 15 to Nov. 16.Take the first step toward a brighter future at cuny.edu/apply

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ The LaGuardia Community 5K Run/Walk returns to LIC on Oct 18! Join LaGuardia Community College for a morning run/walk, music, community, & support for immigrant & immigration impacted students. Registration is open: https://events.elitefeats.com/26laguardia#info #LaGuardia5K #CUNY #Queens

College ranking season is here, and all seven CUNY community colleges were among the top 11 on Niche's Best Community Colleges list. https://ow.ly/9P1W50ZMzLr

U.S. News ranked 10 CUNY colleges on its social mobility lists, while seven CUNY colleges claimed spots in Forbes’ top 10 for return on investment, with eight making the top 25 overall 🙌 🔗 Read More: www.cuny.edu/news/cuny-do...

CUNY Dominates National Rankings for Value and Excellence – The City University of New York

The City University of New York (CUNY) has once again been recognized for its ability to drive social mobility for graduates. In its 2027 Best Colleges rankings released today, U.S. News & World Repor...

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New research shows sperm whales change the way they communicate when ships are nearby, altering the clicks and vocal patterns they use, according to a new study co-authored by David Gruber, a distinguished professor of biology and environmental sciences at Baruch College.

When ships are nearby, sperm whales change their calls

In the presence of noise from ships, sperm whales change how they communicate, scientists find.

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A full-circle day at Ellis Island 🗽💙 Our CUNY Citizenship Now! team took a trip to Ellis Island, known for its longstanding history of accepting new New Yorkers, to celebrate the work they do every day to provide free, confidential immigration services to New Yorkers.

A reminder that no classes are scheduled today. For important dates on the academic calendar, go to cuny.edu/calendar.

G’mar chatimah tovah. Wishing an easy fast and meaningful time of reflection this Yom Kippur to all who observe.

What happens when you bet on yourself? Queens College student Octavio Villena turned a passion for acting into voice roles in indie video games, including The Stalked 3, earning widespread praise and viral attention along the way.

The Leap That Launched my Acting Career – CUNYverse

I’m a drama major at Queens College and an aspiring actor who has become known from a viral clip with more than 41 million views. The past few months in my acting journey have been surreal. I remember scrolling through Instagram one evening in November 2025 when I stumbled upon a reel of a video […]

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We're showing off our pride with “NYC by CUNY,” the University’s 2026 exclusive streetwear drop designed by recent grads, which was just highlighted in HYPEBEAST.

The New Student-Focused NYC by CUNY Collection is Built for the Real Heartbeat of the City

From bodega-inspired graphics to early-2000s rap typography, the release celebrates the resilient spirit of the five boroughs with premium everyday staples.

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CUNY School of Professional Studies Dean Lisa Braverman outlines steps colleges can take to remove barriers that can derail adult learners.

How to remove barriers that can derail adult learners

Adult learners approach college as they would any other major investment—a home, car or other significant assets.

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We're waiving our $65 application fee for @nycschools.bsky.social seniors from Sept. 15 through Nov. 16, a month longer than last year.

CUNY Doubles Application Fee Waiver Period for NYC Public High School Seniors – The City University of New York

The City University of New York (CUNY) will waive its $65 freshman application fee for New York City public high school seniors Sept. 15 through Nov. 16, a month longer than last year. The fee waiver ...

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