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Turning a Corner

CUNY announced plans to end the emergency COVID-19 vaccination mandate for students, faculty and staff

A Season to Celebrate!

CUNY will fete more than 50,000 grads from the incredible Class of 2023 in commencements to be held across the city this spring

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Top of the Heap

The New York Times Names 6 CUNY colleges among the nation’s best for their unmatched blend of affordability, excellence

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NEW FINANCIAL AID

Part-Time Students: TAP Into Your Dreams

More than 30,000 CUNY students taking 6-11 credits are now eligible to receive Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) grants, thanks to a historic expansion by Governor Hochul.

175TH ANNIVERSARY

Celebrating 175 Years of CUNY’s Legacy​

On May 7, 2022, CUNY turns 175 years young! We are celebrating the birth of our University’s mission in 1847 and our storied legacy with a yearlong #CUNY175 campaign. Join us as we honor our legendary students, iconic faculty, and more!

175TH ANNIVERSARY

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Explore the many unique and varied perspectives of our University through the eyes, words, microphones and lenses of those who know it best. Introducing a bold new platform for expression of all things CUNY (and some not) that is by students, for students.

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Commencement season is here 🎓!

We'll be cheering on more than 50,000 graduates across the five boroughs starting this week as colleges hold ceremonies for the class of 2023. https://t.co/mttd8mUbM0 #CUNY2023
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Chancellor Matos Rodríguez

Meet our Chancellor

A member of the CUNY community for two decades, Chancellor Matos Rodríguez is using his platform as the first educator of color and first Latino in the role to ensure that the University excels at our mission to serve and elevate New Yorkers of all backgrounds.

Campus Events

5/11/2023 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Selling to the Global Market- Resources and Assistance

LaGuardia Community College

5/11/2023 | 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Campus as a Living Lab 3: Transplanting Seedlings

College of Staten Island

5/11/2023 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Music Hour: Junior Recital – Diana Claps

College of Staten Island

5/11/2023 | 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM

GRADUATE STUDENT CONFERENCE: RESEARCH and SCHOLARSHIP 2023

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Prestige Without the Price

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