Lehman Weekly

College Events, Updates, and Extras

Photo of the Week

In honor of the Pioneer Classes Celebration happening on campus this September, here's a (colorized) photo from the first official Lehman College Commencement Ceremony in 1969.

News, Updates, and More

 In the News 

Spring Fling Swings In

Norwood News recaps Spring Fling – this year's less formal take on Lehman's annual fundraising gala.

“What better way to introduce donors to our students, to see where they’re actually studying, where they’re learning.”

CFO and VP for Administration and Finance Rene Rotolo

A Lehman Perspective on Improved National Retention and Persistence Rates

Professor Elin Waring (Sociology) shares insight on the latest report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center via Diverse Education.

When Citizens Rescue Neighborhoods

Assistant Professor Eileen Markey (Journalism & Media Studies) pens an article for Vital City, telling the story of local Bronx residents in the 70's joining forces to convince local government to reinvest in the community and revitalize the borough. 

Celebrating Leaders for Caribbean Heritage Month

Among the outstanding leaders from the Bronx and New York City Caribbean community recognized by Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson is Adjunct Professor Michael Manswell (Dance). Bronx Times has the details.

A Round of Applause for Lehman's Newest Talent

Dancers and choreographers Austin Warren Coats and Julia Bengtsson are among the CUNY Dance Initiative artists awardees for 2024–25 and their residencies will be at Lehman. Harlem World has the announcement.

Stopping the Bleed and Saving Lives

Assistant Director of Public Safety Lieutenant Alan Orozco is a featured ambassador for STOP THE BLEED. Alan teaches the Lehman community how to step in during the first minutes of a critical emergency to save lives.

 Accolades 

#1 Affordable Online College in New York

Lehman College is ranked number one for most affordable online colleges in New York by EDsmart. 

Lehman is Among the Best for your Money

Lehman is recognized as one of Money’s Best Colleges in America 2024. Get the details on News 12.

Men's Swim and Dive Team Earns Scholar All-America Award

Lehman's men’s swim & dive team is named a Scholar All-America awardee by the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association (CSCAA).

"Coach Peter Kiernan and the entire team have demonstrated a commitment to success both academically and athletically, setting a standard of excellence that we can all be proud of."

CSCAA Executive Director Samantha Barany

 Alumni Success 

Alumna in the Executive Office

President Biden announced his intent to appoint Betty A. Rosa (Bilingual Education) to the Financial Oversight and Management Board for Puerto Rico. 

Principal Alumna

Natalie Martinez (Education) is the new Principal of Cloonan Middle School in Connecticut. Stamford Advocate has more.

Alumna with a Heart

The Community Post reports that Marsha Jones '71 (English Language and Literature) will continue as American Heart Association volunteer board chairperson. 

Pioneer Profile

Reasons to Celebrate: Mabel Johnson '73 celebrated her 80th birthday at this year's Spring Fling. 🎂 Mabel has traveled to other countries as a teacher and is a long time friend of Lehman College. (Photo by Mildred Perez)

Featured Events

 Save the Date 

Graduate Admissions: The Application Process and Other Tips

Thursday, July 11, 12-1 p.m.

Learn about the benefits and value of a Lehman College graduate degree and get information about the application process and available programs. Sign up for the Zoom session here.

AI Panel Discussion

Thursday, July 11, 6-8 p.m., CUNY on the Concourse

Provost Jorge Silva-Puras and three small business entrepreneurs will discuss how local entrepreneurs are using AI. RSVP here.

 Opportunity 

Become a Teacher with Teacher Opportunity Corps

Early Childhood/Childhood Education and Middle and High School Education students can apply for the Teacher Opportunity Corps. Bonus: Tickets are available to see Hamilton on Broadway this July to the first five students who fully apply to the program. Learn more.

Click here for the full calendar of events including more Graduate Info Sessions.

Scene at Lehman

Félicitations: This May, Lehman's Zeta Sigma Chapter of the Pi Delta Phi National French Honor Society inducted six new 2023-2024 members and congratulated them on their high achievement in Francophone studies: Mariama Barry, Mouhamadou Aly Diallo, Armel Stahela Nganda Fandio, Tomás Ó hÍde, Louis Pacheco Farias, and Stéphanie Zvi.

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