The Hunter Envoy, Hunter College, NY
2 days ago by Milleska Contreras
Students, faculty and staff gathered in front of the West building on May 1, also known as May Day or International Workers day, in a composed, yet strong rally and teach-in against the war and the affects that it is having on U.S. citizens. The rally and teach-in, initiated by the Hunter Chapter of the Professional Staff Congress, the union that represents CUNY's faculty and staff, was part of an historic event.
Ticker, CUNY Baruch College, NY
1 day ago by Abe Tawil
I have been teaching management courses at Baruch College for close to 15 years, continuously experimenting with different models designed to engage students and empower them to take responsibility for shaping their academic experience.
On Tuesday, April 15, my beloved wife Benita passed away.
The Hunter Envoy, Hunter College, NY
1 day ago by Insanul Ahmed
There was a moment in Talib Kweli's much-hyped performance at Hunter where he paused to let the crowd recite his lyrics for him. His gesture left most of the crowd confused over the words to Kanye West's verse on "Get'm High," and left the rest of the crowd in silence, since they simply didn't know the words.
The Hunter Envoy, Hunter College, NY
1 day ago by Tracy Neiman
Controversy continues to mount over the ever-rising bar for gaining admission to CUNY senior colleges.
The beginning of this year marked the implementation of the toughest admissions requirements since the 1998 termination of CUNY's open admissions. CUNY's 2007 decision to raise the required cutoff for SAT and New York State Regents math scores went into effect this past admissions season, with a higher cutoff for SAT and New York State Regents verbal scores soon to follow.
Washington Square News, New York University, NY
4 days ago
UNIVERSITY | With the chaos of graduation all this week, you've got a lot on your mind. Lucky for you, we've wrapped up the newsworthy events of your entire college career
Washington Square News, New York University, NY
4 days ago
The Daily Collegian, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA
3 days ago by Arts Staff
As the semester dwindles down to a flurry of hasty goodbyes and off-the-cuff final papers, we of the arts and living section of the Massachusetts Daily Collegian are thinking ahead to the grand beyond. Summer, with its infinite possibilities, doesn't just provide the chance to gorge on Dad's burnt barbeque and PBR-fueled beach bonfires - it's also home to the season film fans of all ages look forward to most.
Washington Square News, New York University, NY
2 days ago by Lindsay Mueller
April showers bring May flowers ... and trench coats? Yes, this spring, women are snapping up the classic trench and its modern offspring, jewel-toned trenches and coats with cropped hemlines. And the rise of the trench and other sartorial classics might not just be due to the rainy weather.
The Daily Collegian, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA
5 hours ago by Eli Rosenswaike, Collegian Staff
The Committee for Justice for Jason Vassell and over 1,700 University of Massachusetts students, faculty, alumni and community members sent a message to the office of Northwestern District Attorney Elizabeth D. Scheibel on Monday morning.
The committee sent a petition to the D.
The Daily Collegian, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA
3 days ago by Jeremy Rice, Collegian Staff
So I guess this is it for me. Three years of my life come and gone, and as trying as they were at times, they were also some of the best of my life. I discovered what I wanted to do with my life and I have the Massachusetts Daily Collegian and everyone who worked there alongside me to thank for it.
The Commentator, Yeshiva University, NY
2 days ago by Zev Eleff
The Commentator: Can you tell our readers a little about your background?
Jeff Wild: I was raised Catholic and have a Master's in Catholic spirituality from Santa Clara University in California. I was introduced to Judaism through my ex-wife, who was Jewish.
The Commentator, Yeshiva University, NY
2 days ago by Zev Eleff
In a move that signifies an end of an era at Yeshiva University, Rabbi Michael Shmidman will be stepping down from his post as Dean of Judaic Studies, effective at the end of the academic year. Although his position has not yet been articulated fully, Rabbi Shmidman will remain at YU next fall.
The Stern Opportunity, NYU Stern SChool of Business, NY
2 days ago by E.R. Silverbush
The laugher, the lovers, the friends, the fights, the talk, the hurt, the jealousy, the passion, the pressure The real world. Sound like your MBA experience? Wrong, it's the poster for the theatrical release of "Pretty in Pink." I think that pretty much says it all.
The Commentator, Yeshiva University, NY
2 days ago by Gilah Kletenik
Ticker, CUNY Baruch College, NY
4 days ago by Mikhail Sedov
Drug-related arrests in the U.S. has drastically increased since the early 1980s with more African-Americans now losing their freedom than any other race, according to two new reports released last week by civil rights groups.
"Most drug offenders are white, but most of the drug offenders sent to prison are black," stated Jamie Fellner, Human Rights Watch's senior counsel in the U.
Ticker, CUNY Baruch College, NY
4 days ago by Lia Eustachewich
Baruch College has been known for opening its doors, embracing its motto, "the American Dream still works." But for Adjunct Professor David Chowes of the psychology department, behind closed doors is where his American dream was halted. Though not ready to retire just yet, the 65-year-old recently received a letter from the college that read, "You will not be reappointed.
The Stern Opportunity, NYU Stern SChool of Business, NY
2 days ago by Jenny Everett
NYU Stern's Student Social Venture Fund announced today $28,000 in grants which will be awarded to New York City organizations that provide leadership opportunities to young people that enable them to give back to their communities and provide them with the skills to become productive members of society.
The Stern Opportunity, NYU Stern SChool of Business, NY
2 days ago by Mary-Kate & Ashley Stern
Ashley: This is ridiculous Mary-Kate, have you heard the rumors?
Mary-Kate: Yes! Some losers named "Joycelyn Splinter" and "Kristen Barton" have been running around Stern claiming to be the lovesperts Mary-Kate and Ashley Stern!
Ashley: Oh, I know those girls; they've been pretending to be funny since summer start '06.
The Daily Campus, University of Connecticut, CT
5 days ago by Christopher Duray
This weekend, the class of 2008 celebrates graduation with massive commencement ceremonies, and to commemorate their departure, the university has arranged notable speakers for the 11 schools holding ceremonies Saturday and today.
The Daily Campus, University of Connecticut, CT
5 days ago by Kevin Duffy
15. Wiggins, Kelly transfer; Thabeet stays for junior season
After a season marred by off-the-court problems, Wiggins decided his stay in Storrs was coming to an end. He announced that he would transfer on April 16. Kelly, who saw limited minutes off the bench, followed in Wiggins' steps and announced that he would transfer on April 23.
The Daily Campus, University of Connecticut, CT
5 days ago
Well, this is it - graduation. Given the economy, I can look forward to getting no jobs with my UConn degree. But at least my alma mater taught me to drink. Cheers, UConn.
You know that statistic they teach you on orientation where one of the people sitting next to you won't graduate? It's true, just ask my buddy who sat to my right.
Statesman, SUNY Stony Brook, NY
1 day ago by Erin McKinley & Scott Moore
Stephen Stakey, a freshman at Stony Brook University, passed out during the annual Roth Regatta on May 2. He was taken to the Stony Brook University Medical Center where he died later that day. He was 19.
The cause of Stakey's death is still unknown, pending an autopsy, his mother, Cathy Stakey, said.
Statesman, SUNY Stony Brook, NY
1 day ago by Michael Giardinello
The theory of evolution is arguably the most misunderstood theory in all of science. In a recent poll conducted by USA Today, it was found that almost half of Americans (47%) believe that evolution is either definitely or probably not true. But almost all scientists (95%) believe the theory to be either definitely or most likely true.
~The Chronicle, Hofstra University, NY
4 days ago by Stephen Cooney
When you are not a prospect from a well-known college football program there is a beaten path to follow into the NFL. The road runs through pro days and individual workouts and is lined with the rejected tapes of thousands of other skilled players who have treaded down the dirt path.
~The Chronicle, Hofstra University, NY
4 days ago by Stephen Cooney
It's Saturday, May 3, and the phones in the David S. Mack Public Safety and Information Center are ringing off the hook. There is no time to respond to students who need a ride back across campus because there are more pressing issues for the officers to be dealing with.