City University of New York
Recent News About City University of New York
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CUNY reports second consecutive enrollment increase driven by community colleges
City University of New York (CUNY) Chancellor Félix V. Matos Rodríguez has announced a 3% increase in total enrollment at the university, marking the second consecutive year of growth.
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CUNY School of Medicine becomes independent college under Gov. Hochul's announcement
Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced the establishment of the CUNY School of Medicine as an independent institution, transitioning it from a constituent school of The City College of New York to the CUNY Graduate Center.
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Lehman College receives $8.4M grant to train multilingual teachers
Lehman College has secured an $8.4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to enhance the training of multilingual teachers and school leaders in the Bronx, as announced by The City University of New York (CUNY).
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CUNY launches website centralizing resources for student-veterans
The City University of New York (CUNY) has launched a new centralized resource for its nearly 3,000 student-veterans on a revamped Veterans Affairs page.
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CUNY leads nation with ten schools named Fulbright HSI leaders
Ten schools from the City University of New York (CUNY) have been recognized as 2024 Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution Leaders by the U.S. Department of State.
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CUNY receives $5.8 million grant for disability support at LaGuardia
The City University of New York (CUNY) has received a $5.8 million grant from the New York State Education Department to support students with disabilities at LaGuardia Community College.
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CUNY TV celebrates three new Emmy wins at annual gala
CUNY TV, the public educational television station of The City University of New York, has added three more New York Emmy Awards to its accolades.
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CUNY School of Medicine receives $19M NIH grant for new health equity center
The City University of New York (CUNY) School of Medicine has been awarded a $19.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to establish a health equity center.
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CUNY chancellors visit Brooklyn Tech; waive application fees for NYC public school seniors
CUNY Chancellor Félix V. Matos Rodríguez and New York City Public Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos recently visited Brooklyn Technical High School to distribute 'Welcome to CUNY' letters to high school seniors. This initiative is part of a campaign that waives the application fee for New York City Public Schools students until November 15, 2024.
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Wendy Hensel appointed as new president of University of Hawai'i
The City University of New York (CUNY) announced the appointment of Executive Vice Chancellor and University Provost Wendy Hensel as the next President of the University of Hawai’i system. This transition comes at a significant time, with CUNY navigating its strategic roadmap titled "CUNY Lifting New York," which extends until 2030.
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CUNY hosts polling sites for early voting and Election Day
The City University of New York (CUNY) is set to host polling sites across 14 campuses for early voting and Election Day. The initiative allows New Yorkers to cast their votes at CUNY locations in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens. Early voting will take place from October 26 to November 3.
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CUNY launches second phase of 'A Degree for Every Dream' marketing campaign
The City University of New York (CUNY) has launched the second phase of its advertising campaign titled "A Degree for Every Dream." This initiative aims to highlight the excellence, affordability, and impact of a CUNY education.
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CUNY Reconnect sees record enrollment as over 40,000 returnees complete degrees
Today, CUNY Chancellor Félix V. Matos Rodríguez, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, and Council Member Eric Dinowitz celebrated a significant milestone for the CUNY Reconnect program at the university's Welcome Center. The initiative aims to re-engage New Yorkers who have earned college credits but have not completed their degrees. This fall saw nearly 8,000 new enrollments, bringing the total number of participants to over 40,000.
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CUNY partners with JPMorganChase for financial health summit at Medgar Evers College
The City University of New York (CUNY) and JPMorganChase organized a financial health summit at Medgar Evers College, Brooklyn. The event aimed to connect the themes of hip-hop and finance to help attendees manage their finances effectively. Participants attended panel discussions featuring Brooklyn-based business leaders and entrepreneurs who provided insights into financial health.
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CUNY launches dialogue training initiative funded by foundations
The City University of New York (CUNY) has announced a new initiative to promote constructive dialogue among its leadership, faculty, and students. Starting October 9, CUNY presidents, deans, and members of the Chancellor’s cabinet will undergo training designed to equip them with skills for handling difficult conversations. Additionally, 50 staff members will be trained as facilitators, while 100 faculty and 50 students will participate in workshops.
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CUNY addresses campus vandalism and enhances security measures
CUNY has issued a statement condemning recent acts of vandalism and hateful rhetoric on two of its campuses. The New York Police Department (NYPD) is investigating the incidents. CUNY stated, “The NYPD is currently investigating and the university will not hesitate to enforce disciplinary actions if any members of the CUNY community are found responsible.”
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CUNY TV launches first original podcast on radio pioneer Himan Brown
CUNY TV, the public educational television station of The City University of New York, has announced the launch of its first original podcast series titled “Audio Maverick.” This nine-part documentary podcast will explore the life and work of radio visionary Himan (Hi) Brown. Brown, a Brooklyn College graduate, produced and directed over 30,000 radio shows for major networks and worked with prominent actors of his era.
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CUNY ranks high in U.S. News' latest college rankings
CUNY colleges have been recognized for their effectiveness in driving social mobility and overall quality. In its 2025 Best Colleges rankings, U.S. News & World Report named The City College of New York as No. 10 (tied) for social mobility among national universities. Six CUNY senior colleges ranked among the top 10 north region universities for social mobility, with Hunter College at No. 1.
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Cuny welcomes judge lippman's review on anti-discrimination policies
The City University of New York (CUNY) has welcomed an independent review of its policies and procedures related to antisemitism and other forms of discrimination. The review was conducted by former Chief Judge of New York, Jonathan Lippman, with support from the New York office of Latham & Watkins.
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Attorney General James announces new scholarship fund honoring late journalist Ruschell Boone
New York Attorney General Letitia James and the City University of New York (CUNY) Board of Trustees Chairperson William C. Thompson Jr. have announced the creation of the Ruschell Boone Scholarship. This memorial fund honors the late Emmy award-winning journalist and will support West Indian students pursuing journalism degrees at either the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY or Baruch College.