Opening Sessions is LaGuardia’s annual kickoff event for faculty and staff, offering a shared space to reflect, reconnect, and reignite our commitment to student success. The day begins with a keynote address and professional development sessions, followed by afternoon events and a campus-wide reception to welcome the academic year.
This year’s theme, “Learning Beyond the Classroom: Expanding Opportunities Through Experiential and Work-Based Learning,” centers on connecting classroom learning to real-world experiences. Together, we’ll explore how internships, service learning, civic engagement, and hands-on pedagogy equip students for meaningful careers and lifelong growth.
Come join your fellow colleagues as we begin the 2025–2026 academic year with purpose, collaboration, and inspiration.
For more information, visit the Opening Sessions webpage or contact the Co-Chairs Christine Pardo at cpardo@lagcc.cuny.edu or Jasmine Edwards at jaedwards@lagcc.cuny.edu.
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