Lehman Weekly

College Events, Updates, and Extras

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Alumni returned to the Studio Theatre last Friday to perform during the third and final night of The 2024 Johnny Pacheco Latin Music and Jazz Festival at Lehman College. (Photo by Lehman College Multimedia Center)

News, Updates, and More

 In the News 

AI Deep Dive

BronxTalk sits down with Ryan Miller (Philosophy) and Michal Grabowski of Manhattan College to talk about the importance of AI, as well as the issues it may create for employment, privacy, and political campaigns. Miller also shares why he asks students to write using AI.

Crypto Currents

Associate Professor Sean Stein Smith (Accounting) pens two new pieces for Forbes on: The next wave in innovation and the need for better crypto regulation.

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Diversifying STEM

Diverse Magazine names Lehman College a top producer of degrees for minority students in three STEM areas: Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Mathematics and Statistics, and Physical Sciences.

Tailor's Tale

A new book by Associate Professor Amanda Wunder (History), Spanish Fashion in the Age of Velázquez: A Tailor at the Court of Philip IV, recounts the history of dress at the court of Philip IV through the life and work of Royal Tailor Mateo Aguado. Wunder presented research from the book in Lehman's Leonard Lief Library. In the photo, Left: Associate Professor Carmen Saen de Casas (Languages and Literatures), Right: Amanda Wunder

Featured Video: Major Choices

The Undergraduate Majors and Minors Fair happening this Thursday will showcase the programs that Lehman's six schools have to offer. But how and why does anyone choose a particular major? Check out this video to hear from Lehman students.

Virtual Bulletin Board

Basic Needs Support Grants For Eligible Lehman Students

This spring, the Basic Needs department is offering emergency grant for eligible Lehman College students facing financial hardships including emergencies. Details are available here.

Students: Earn 2 CPL Credits and 3 Certifications in 22 Hours

Get valuable Bloomberg Certifications – FREE! Complete the BFF, BMC, and ESG certifications at your own pace in the Bloomberg Lab. Open lab hours are here.

Faculty Fellowship Focus

LaRose T. Parris, Chair & Associate Professor

(Africana Studies)

"My work reveals how philosophers from the African diaspora use their speeches and writings to catalyze collective progress for humanity."

Professor Parris' presentation to scholars in Japan during fellowship leave, The Intersection of Anti-racism, Feminism, and Decolonization, was transcribed into the inaugural issue of Decolonize Futures. In it, thinkers including Frederick Douglass, Sojourner Truth, Frantz Fanon, Lewis Gordon, and Angela Davis reveal that philosophical thought from the African diaspora is both central to challenging intersectional forms of oppression that plague humanity and crucial for understanding what it means to be human.

Next Tuesday

Herbert H. Lehman Memorial Lecture: Hip Hop With a Heart

Tuesday, March 26, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Former Bronx Borough President Rubén Díaz Jr. ’05 and Bronx Hip Hop Legend/Entrepreneur Fat Joe rap about how their experiences in The Bronx have kept them civically engaged and working to do more. Register now.

 This Week 

Majors and Minors Fair

Thursday, March 21, 12:30-3 p.m.

Set the direction for your future! Explore all of Lehman's majors and minors, connect with faculty and staff, collect Lehman gear, and take advantage of other great opportunities. Students: RSVP to be entered into a raffle for a $100 Amazon gift card.

Women Entrepreneurs Conference 2024

Thursday, March 21, 4:30-7:30 p.m.

Join Blackstone Launchpad at an event in the Music Building East Dining Room that will supercharge your entrepreneurial journey. Dive deep into topics such as financial literacy for entrepreneurs; mentorship for underrepresented entrepreneurs; the power of networking; and access to funding for women of color. Learn more.

Candela Film Screening and Q&A

Thursday, March 21, 6-9 p.m.

Candela offers a fascinating journey through the mysteries of the capital of the Dominican Republic, revealing a dark city, but one that is full of poetry and beauty. After the screening, Director Andrés Farías, author Rey Andújar, and Lecturer Magdalena Sagardía (Latin American & Latino Studies) will discuss the film and its creative process, and the state of Caribbean cinema. Get free tickets here.

I Dream A World: A Performance by Tyrone Birkett/Emancipation

Thursday, March 21, 7-9 p.m.

Experience a transcendent performance in the Studio Theatre by Tyrone Birkett and Emancipation. The music is inspired by I Dream A World by Langston Hughes. Stay for a post-concert discussion with Professor Henry Williams (Africana Studies). No tickets needed. Get info here.

Hipgnosis: Album Cover Design and Beyond

Friday, March 22, 1 p.m.

Don't miss Designer Aubrey Powell, the final Sara Little Turnbull speaker this spring. Delve into thought-provoking themes at the intersection of art and design. Register here.

 Save the Date 

Cannabis Capital and Finance Virtual Panel Discussion

Thursday, March 28, 6-7:30 p.m.

Hear about today's environment of fundraising and financial management in the cannabis industry from a lender, investor, and business owner's perspective. Part of the Cannabis Workforce Business Development Program Monthly Panel Series. Register to attend via Zoom.

Dead Poets Rise Tournament

Wednesday, April 10, 3-5:30 p.m.

Try to rescue a real dead poet from obscurity while creating your own poems based on provided prompts. No prior experience with poetry is necessary. Sign up to play! The game was created by professors Dave Schwittek (Art) and Anna Purves (English).

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Scene at Lehman

Three for Three: The Lehman College Art Gallery hosted a free concert featuring Monica Bauchwitz (Violin), Yi Qun Xu (Cello) and Michael Brown (Piano). Attendees also got a close look at VARIATIONS, now on exhibit in the gallery. (Photo by Mildred Perez)

Building Student Life: Here's a roundup of recent happenings in the Student Life Building. (Photos by Mildred Perez and Lehman College Multimedia Center)

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The Student Government Association (SGA) served delicious food for Ramadan Iftar, which included chicken fried rice, shrimp fried rice, lollipop chicken, samosas, dates, fruit platter, and salad.

Open to all students: Join them again to celebrate Ramadan Iftar on Wednesday, March 27, 5-6 p.m. in the Student Life Building, room 111A. 

The Office of Campus Life and Lehman's Empower U Club celebrated Women's History Month at a creative workshop. Attendees created inspirational art and thank you cards for important women in their lives.

MAPS (Minority Association for Pre-Health Students Club) hosted a movie night featuring The Color of Medicine: The Story of Homer G. Phillips Hospital. This educational and empowering documentary highlighted the rise and fall of St. Louis, Missouri's premier Black hospital that trained the largest number of Black doctors and nurses in the world from 1937 to 1979–before and after desegregation.

The Philosophy Club met for a pre-midterm study break. They enjoyed some nourishing snacks and recharged. Self care is essential for success!

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