College Connection
College Connection is a spring-semester program offered through College Now that enables a small number of students to take regularly-scheduled courses on the LaGuardia campus.Students will have the opportunity to take classes with college students and interact with the faculty. While enrolled in a college course, students may use campus facilities such as the library, computer labs, tutoring center, & the gym.
This special opportunity enables students to choose from a wider selection of courses than is offered through College Now.
You are eligible for this program if you:
- Have received a grade of B or better in at least two credit-bearing LaGuardia College Now courses
- Meet the academic requirements for the course you choose to take
Model New York City Council
The Model New York City Council Project is designed to enhance the public service learning and leadership skills of students in the College Now program.
During four rigorous Saturday sessions in the fall, you will learn about the legislative process while faculty mentors train you in the art of public speaking and debate. You will discover what it means to be a member of city government as you experience it from the inside.
On the fifth and final Saturday, you and your fellow Model City Council members will convene in the actual City Council Chamber in City Hall to debate and vote on a piece of real life legislation. After that, join elected City Council members to celebrate your accomplishment at a reception hosted by CUNY
In order to participate, you must be:
- A high School junior or senior
- A current or former College Now student
Campus Events
Every semester, College Now students have the opportunity to spend a day at LaGuardia. The morning workshop focuses on various topics such as social justice, and majors and careers in different academic disciplines. After lunch, there is a college tour, a library session, presentation by special programs and a visit to the ID office.