Borough of Manhattan Community College

ACUE Study Demonstrates High-Quality Courses in Evidence-Based Teaching for Faculty Improve Confidence, Foster Positive Mindsets Regarding Teaching, Learning & Students

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) released a study demonstrating that when college and university faculty participate in high-quality comprehensive courses in effective teaching practices, they report substantial increases in their confidence in using these proven practices. They also see significant, positive changes in their mindsets about their ability to impact student learning and their students' ability to learn.

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  • They also see significant, positive changes in their mindsets about their ability to impact student learning and their students' ability to learn.
  • It's more evidence that the best way to educate many more students for purposeful lives is to ensure effective instruction in every class."
  • Students enrolled in gateway courses taught by faculty who participated in ACUE's comprehensive Effective Teaching Practice Framework courses, were also surveyed.
  • ACUE will use this enhanced understanding of how confidence and mindset develop alongside teaching practices to deliver even more effective strategies to support faculty growth and foster positive learning environments."

The Kaplan Educational Foundation Comments on the U.S. Supreme Court Decision on Affirmative Action

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230629103368/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230629103368/en/
    Kaplan Educational Foundation Executive Director Nolvia Delgado gives her thoughts on the U.S. Supreme Court decision that declared affirmative action at colleges as unconstitutional.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “There’s no question that the Supreme Court’s recent ruling on affirmative action will make it more challenging for top colleges and universities to attract underserved minorities.
  • These schools should look to build strong transfer pipelines from community colleges – which are often the gateway to higher education for first-generation college students.
  • Ninety-two percent of the Kaplan Educational Foundation’s graduates have earned their four-year degree.

Preserving a Grand Entrance: Urban Umbrella’s Event Activation Product Illuminates the 22nd Annual Tribeca Festival

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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Urban Umbrella, the New York City-based urban design firm renowned for its sleek white sidewalk scaffolding, has made a remarkable impression at the 22nd Annual Tribeca Festival with its captivating Event Activation canopy.

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  • Urban Umbrella, the New York City-based urban design firm renowned for its sleek white sidewalk scaffolding, has made a remarkable impression at the 22nd Annual Tribeca Festival with its captivating Event Activation canopy.
  • This exquisite addition lends a touch of timeless elegance to the Tribeca Festival experience.
  • Together with Overland Entertainment, we aim to set new standards and transform temporary event structures.”
    This venture into event activations is not Urban Umbrella’s first.
  • The Urban Umbrella Event Activation at the Tribeca Festival is located at the West Street entrance to the Festival’s BMCC venue, OKX Theatre, addressed at 199 Chambers Street.

The Eagle Academy Foundation All-Male College Fair Returns

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Eagle Academy Foundation (EAF), renowned for advocating and promoting educational achievements and success for young men of color, announces the return of its annual All-Male College Fair (AMCF), Friday, March 31, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

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  • NEW YORK, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Eagle Academy Foundation (EAF), renowned for advocating and promoting educational achievements and success for young men of color, announces the return of its annual All-Male College Fair (AMCF), Friday, March 31, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.
  • Held at Borough of Manhattan Community College, EAF's signature event will connect over 1,000 NYC Public School students with admissions representatives from approximately 75 colleges and universities.
  • The AMCF is a higher-education exploratory event for High-School students designed to increase knowledge about the college-going process for young men of color.
  • The All-Male College Fair, which began as an exclusive Eagle Academy network event, has scaled into a city-wide initiative impacting thousands of young men.

Crain's New York Business Names Kaplan Educational Foundation Executive Director Nolvia Delgado to its Prestigious “40 Under 40” List

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Monday, November 7, 2022
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Crain's New York Business has named Kaplan Educational Foundation (KEF) Executive Director Nolvia Delgado to its prestigious "40 Under 40" list (Pages 30-31) in recognition of her work to eliminate barriers and create educational opportunities for underserved communities.

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  • Crain's New York Business has named Kaplan Educational Foundation (KEF) Executive Director Nolvia Delgado to its prestigious "40 Under 40" list (Pages 30-31) in recognition of her work to eliminate barriers and create educational opportunities for underserved communities.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221107006102/en/
    Crain's New York Business has named Kaplan Educational Foundation (KEF) Executive Director Nolvia Delgado to its prestigious "40 Under 40" list.
  • An annual fixture of New York business since 1988, the Crain's list recognizes 40 people who have achieved tremendous success before turning 40 years old.
  • "I am honored to be recognized by Crain's New York Business on their 40 Under 40 list, among so many other accomplished young professionals," says Delgado.

City, state and CUNY leadership unveil plans for new Science Park and Research Campus

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- New York City and State leadership have partnered with the City University of New York (CUNY) to launch the Science Park and Research Campus (SPARC) Kips Bay, a first-of-its kind innovation hub that will include new, modern facilities for over 4,500 students from the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy (CUNY SPH), the Hunter College School of Nursing and School of Health Sciences and the Borough of Manhattan Community College's multiple health care programs.

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  • The project will transform the Brookdale Campus on East 25th Street into new, state-of-the-art teaching and commercial facilities.
  • The space will include additional lab and research space for CUNY SPH and house the school's own library and study centers.
  • The new campus will also include additional classrooms for the school's planned undergraduate program in public health.
  • At a press event on Thursday, Governor Kathy Hochul, New York City Mayor Eric Adams and CUNY Chancellor Flix V. Matos Rodrguez unveiled the plans for the new campus.

NYSED Awards $4.25 Million to BMCC for Literacy Zone and Digital Works Programs

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022
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For more than 30 years, BMCC has provided high quality Adult Basic Education, ESOL and High School Equivalency programs.

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  • For more than 30 years, BMCC has provided high quality Adult Basic Education, ESOL and High School Equivalency programs.
  • With the NYSED grants, BMCC can continue to provide the educational component of these offerings in partnership with organizations that offer necessary wrap around services, case management, and career training.
  • The NYSED award strengthens BMCCs fruitful partnerships with the Citys community organizations through the Bridges Literacy Zone at Hamilton Madison House, the Chinatown East River Literacy Zone at the Educational Alliance and the Lower East Side Literacy Zone at P.S.
  • All three Literacy Zones address the literacy and English language proficiency needs of individuals and families by referring them to appropriate educational programs leading to college and post-secondary programs.

Generation USA Partners with Three City University of New York Campuses Through the Verizon Skill Forward Initiative

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022
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Then, Generation USA and its partners create a learning experience that uses practical, hands-on learning in an accelerated, online-first format.

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  • Then, Generation USA and its partners create a learning experience that uses practical, hands-on learning in an accelerated, online-first format.
  • Verizon Skill Forward training programs at CUNY include: Digital Marketing Analyst, IT Support Specialist, and Junior Web Developer.
  • "That's why we are excited to be partnering with these three campuses within the CUNY system through the Verizon Skill Forward initiative."
  • Founded in 1963, Kingsborough Community College is Brooklyn's only community college and is part of the City University of New York (CUNY).

BMCC FOUNDATION 2022 GALA, ‘INVEST IN A FUTURE,’ RAISES FUNDS FOR STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS AND HONORS BNY MELLON’S BRIAN RUANE

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022
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Students who are awarded scholarships are nearly four times more likely to graduate within three years, than comparable non-recipients.

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  • Students who are awarded scholarships are nearly four times more likely to graduate within three years, than comparable non-recipients.
  • The 2022 Gala Honoree is Brian Ruane, CEO, Clearance & Collateral Management, Executive Committee Member, BNY Mellon.
  • We are pleased to honor Brian Ruane at this years Gala, said Tony Portannese, Chairman of the BMCC Foundation Board.
  • Brian Ruane is the Chief Executive Officer of BNY Mellons Clearance & Collateral Management, Credit Services, Real Estate and Leasing.

BOROUGH OF MANHATTAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE ALUMNA SANDRA LINDSAY (’94) TO RECEIVE 2022 PRESIDENTIAL MEDAL OF FREEDOM

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Tuesday, July 5, 2022
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On July 7, Sandra Lindsay (Nursing, 94) will receive the 2022 Presidential Medal of Freedom from U.S. President Joe Biden.

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  • On July 7, Sandra Lindsay (Nursing, 94) will receive the 2022 Presidential Medal of Freedom from U.S. President Joe Biden.
  • Lindsay is a New York critical care nurse who served on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic response.
  • Borough of Manhattan Community College is a diverse teaching and learning community committed to advancing equity and the intellectual and personal growth of students.
  • Borough of Manhattan Community College, The City Unniversity of New York (BMCC/CUNY)