LaGuardia Community College

Mindfulness Meditation Thursdays
2025-02-20 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-02-27 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-03-06 12:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Online (Zoom), NY, United States
Curious to explore the possibility of generating greater well-being for yourself and others through mindfulness meditation? Organized by The LaGuardia Mindfulness Project, join us for Mindfulness Meditation sessions on Mondays & Thursdays at 12pm & Wednesdays at 8pm. Open to faculty, staff, and students! Sessions include instruction, meditation, and discussion with Q/A. These sessions are here to support you, whether you have a practice or are curious to start one.
Join the event.
For more information, contact the Women’s Center & LGBTQ+ Hub at womencenter@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Virtual Friday One Stop Enrollment Office (Zoom)
2025-02-21 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-28 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States
Get help with admissions, financial aid, international students services, testing, registrar/registration and general information, assistance and referrals on Fridays by a single zoom link.
Virtual Office Zoom Link
For more information, visit www.laguardia.edu/enrollment-management or email the Enrollment Management Division at laguardianews@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Admissions Campus Tour and Information Session
2025-02-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-26 11:00 - 12:00 | C-Building, Room C-102: Admissions Workshop Room, 29-10 Thomson Ave, Queens, NY, 11101, United States
The combined campus tour and information session is a unique opportunity to see our facilities in person. Attendees will learn about our programs and all that we have to offer our students. This is also a great way to learn more about LaGuardia’s 60+ comprehensive academic programs and services, unique academic calendar (12-week and 6-week sessions), scholarship and financial aid options, and our admissions process.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Admissions at admissions@lagcc.cuny.edu.

CUNY EDGE 20 Minute Info Sessions
2025-02-25 10:00 - 15:30, 2025-03-04 10:00 - 15:30, 2025-03-11 10:00 - 15:30 | M-Building, MB-11, Thomson Avenue 31-10, Long Island City, New York, 11101, United States
Join us every Tuesday to learn more about our services and join our community!
Eligibility to join our community:

Matriculated LaGuardia student
Must be an active Human Resource Administration (HRA) Cash Assistance Recipient

For more information, contact Naji Muniz at nmuniz@lagcc.cuny.edu or Valerine Gomez Beco at vgomez-beco@lagcc.cuny.edu.

NYU CCTOP Virtual Information Session
2025-02-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Online, NY, United States
Register to attend a virtual information session to learn more about the program, eligibility requirements, and how to apply. Connect live with CCTOP staff and get your questions answered about the application process, transitioning to NYU, and more!
Following RSVP, you will receive a confirmation email with the registration link.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Transfer Engagement Initiative Team at transfer@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Mindfulness Meditation Wednesdays (In-Person)
2025-02-26 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-03-05 12:00 - 12:30 | M-Building, MB-08, 31-10 Thomson Ave,, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Curious to explore the possibility of generating greater well-being for yourself and others through mindfulness meditation? Organized by The LaGuardia Mindfulness Project, join us for Mindfulness Meditation sessions in-person on Tuesdays 12-12:30pm or Wednesdays from 12-12:30pm. Open to faculty, staff, and students! Sessions include instruction, meditation, and discussion with Q/A. These sessions are here to support you, whether you have a practice or are curious to start one.

For more information, contact Deema Bayrakdar at dbayrakdar@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Finding Calm: Grounding and Relaxation Techniques
2025-02-26 14:15 - 15:00 | NY
Feeling stressed? Join us at the Wellness Center as we take time to connect and practice grounding/relaxation exercises together. Come for 1-2 sessions, or all!
For more information, contact Stacey Chen, LMHC at stchen@lagcc.cuny.edu.

CUNY Macaulay Honors Program - Friedman Scholars Program Virtual Transfer Information Session
2025-02-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States
Are you anticipated to graduate Spring 2026? Do you hold a 3.5 GPA or above and plan to transfer to a CUNY school to receive your bachelor’s degree? If you answered yes, then you should attend this event to learn about Friedman Scholars Program.
Support through this program begins at LaGuardia and carries through your senior college. You will be part of a cohort where you will begin to take courses that count towards your bachelor degree, receive stipends/financial support, and hold placement at your CUNY Honors college of choice.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Transfer Engagement Initiative at transfer@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Mindfulness Meditation Wednesdays
2025-02-26 20:00 - 20:30, 2025-03-05 20:00 - 20:30 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States

Climate Museum Pop-Up Exhibition
2025-02-27 16:00 - 18:00 | M-Building, Lobby, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Join Casa de las Américas for a special Climate Museum Pop-Up Exhibition, an interactive and thought-provoking show designed to spark conversation, action, and hope in the face of the climate crisis.
This collaborative experience with the Climate Museum, brings together art, history, science and activism to engage visitors in creative and impactful ways to address the climate crisis. Explore the exhibits, participate in discussions, and discover ways to take action for a more sustainable future.
For information, contact Casa de las Américas at casa@lagcc.cuny.edu.

St. Pat's for ALL Parade
2025-03-02 11:00 - 15:00 | NY
We are excited to invite all students and faculty to join us for the St. Pat’s for ALL Parade on Sunday, March 2nd from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This inclusive celebration welcomes everyone to march together and show CUNY’s spirit of community. We’ll be gathering at 43rd Street & Skillman Avenue in Queens to begin our march — more details will be shared after registration.
The first 50 registered marchers will receive a free CUNY bucket hat!
Participation in this event is made possible through the generous support of the CUNY LGBTQIA+ Consortium in partnership with the New York City Council.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the CUNY LGBTQIA+ Consortium at LGBTQIACONSORTIUM@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Thrive on Campus: Wellness Events & Resources
2025-03-05 10:30 - 11:45 | C-Building, 1st Floor Lobby, 29-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, NY, 11101, United States
Stop by the Wellness Center’s table! We’ve got mental health resources, upcoming workshops, and a chance to meet our friendly counselors. This semester, make self-care a priority and learn skills to thrive in your relationship with yourself, your education, and others!
Where: C-building, 1st Floor lobby (in front of MBJ Kiosk)
For more information, contact the Wellness Center at WellnessCenter@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Reflection on Gen Ed Learning at LaGuardia
2025-03-05 14:00 - 15:00 | E-Building, E-242, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, United States
Part of the “5 Years Later: Practices, Pedagogies, and Tools to Enhance LaGuardia Student Success” series of events. Drop in and exchange ideas and insights with colleagues from across the college about activities and approaches that foster student engagement both within and outside the classroom. Open to faculty, staff, and students.
For more information, contact Ljubica Depovic at ldepovic@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Queer Connections: A Support Group for LGBTQIA+ Students
2025-03-06 16:00 - 17:00 | C-Building, Room C-249, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, NY, 11101, United States
Join our 8-week group, where you’ll have a safe, confidential space to discuss issues related to gender and sexuality, connect with peers who share similar experiences, and develop strategies for navigating identity-related challenges.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Wellness Center interns Rainey Guo at yuwei.guo99@lagcc.cuny.edu or Rachel Moskowitz at rachel.moskowitz15@lagcc.cuny.edu.

CUNY MaCaulay College Honors Program - Friedman Scholars Program - Virtual Transfer Information Session
2025-03-06 18:30 - 19:30 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States
Join MaCaulay College Honors – Friedman Scholars Program to learn more about joining a bachelors honor’s program, tuition and scholarship info, and the application process.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Transfer Engagement Initiative team at transfer@lagcc.cuny.edu.

11th Annual Faculty Development Retreat - Integration of AI in Academia
2025-03-07 09:00 - 15:30 | Queensborough Community College, Student Union (Upper Level), 222-05 56th Ave, Bayside, NY, 11364, United States
We are delighted to invite you to the 11th Annual Faculty Development Retreat hosted by the Biology Department at Queensborough Community College in collaboration with Queens College and LaGuardia College.
This year’s retreat will focus on the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in academia. As AI transforms the educational landscape, it brings opportunities to enhance teaching, learning, and research. At the same time, it raises significant questions about ethical implementation, academic integrity, data privacy, and the future of traditional teaching methodologies.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Claudette Davis at cldavis@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Summer Experiential Learning Program at Rutgers University
2025-03-08 08:00 - 21:00 | NY
Discover the Summer Experiential Learning Program and explore animal husbandry, agriculture, veterinary science, biomedical research, USDA careers, and more! This hands-on opportunity offers a $1,500 stipend, plus meals, housing, and transportation covered, while allowing you to earn experiential learning credits. Gain real-world experience and expand your knowledge in the exciting field of animal science!
The program runs from June 23rd- July 11th, 2025.
Register for this event.
Registrations closes on March 8th.
For more information, contact Omar Salas Lopez at omar.salaslopez62@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Rough Draft Festival 2025
2025-03-10 14:30 - 16:00, 2025-03-11 19:00 - 21:00 | LaGuardia Performing Arts Center, 31-10 Thomson Ave, Long Island City, 11101, United States
The 2025 Rough Draft Festival is where bold ideas meet the stage. The six daring new works that push boundaries, challenge perspectives, and explore the complexities of human relationships come to life here at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center. These plays portray what it means to connect, change, and find one’s place in the world. Be part of the creative process and see these works come to life!
Each event is free, but Seating is limited, so you will need to RSVP to attend.
Rough Draft Festival 2025 Line Up:
“Olives” by Daniel Holzman
Location: Mainstage Theater (On Stage Seating)
Date: March 10 at 2:30pm
Description: David and Miriam are married. Miriam works in tech. David is taking a year off to learn guitar, Miriam is afraid there isn’t going to be a future. David is afraid of everything. Then the bodybuilder arrives. Haunted, horny, and sickly funny, Olives is an erotic thriller about remaking yourself from the outside in. Written by Daniel Holzman and directed by Francesca Sabel.
“Choke” by KJ Stewart
Location: Little Theater
Date: March 11 at 7pm
Description: On a brand new reality tv show hosted by Yung Gravy, women compete in hot dog eating contests for a chance to win a cash prize and the hearts of America. From her couch in her tiny NYC apartment, Debbie watches. And eats. And watches. For anyone whos ever wanted to crawl inside their television, Choke is an exploration of gluttony in its many modern forms.
“Fountains of Youth” by Kareem Fahmy
Location: Mainstage Theater (On Stage Seating)
Date: March 12 at 2:30pm
Description: It starts with a disappearance. One of a tight-knit group, the enigmatic illegal refugee Moose, vanishes without a trace. Was he arrested? Has he fled? Investigating the mystery will drive a wedge between his friends, who aren’t all equally able, or willing to, unearth the dark truth. Inspired by real events, this time-shifting thriller tracks five lives transformed by one event.
“Open Studio” by Emmy Weissman
Location: Mainstage Theater (On Stage Seating)
Date: March 14 at 7pm
Description: Maya signs up for a pottery class and is drawn into the lives of two men— one older, one younger— at the studio. She finds herself entangled in the complex dynamics of this triangle, as it coalesces and crumbles. Open Studio takes a magnifying glass to a small town pottery studio, and shines a light on how the most vulnerable parts of life reveal.
“The Stranger” by Sam Walsh
Location: Mainstage Theater (On Stage Seating)
Date: March 19 at 7pm
Description: In small town America, Roy, the local repairman lives alone in his childhood home. One morning, his estranged niece Maxine shows up on his doorstep, forcing them both to navigate the ghosts of their past in order to truly live in the present. ‘the stranger’ is a quiet meditation on the trappings of grief, regret, and learning when repairing something actually means starting anew.
“Furball” by Jeana Scotti
Location: Little Theater
Date: March 21 at 2:30pm
Description: Sam has a furball growing inside their vagina. A furball made of cat hair. Because Sam’s partner doesn’t wash their hands after petting the cat (no matter how many times Sam asks them to) before they have sex. No one can offer a solution, not even the gynecologist, who says there’s just not enough research on this sort of thing, as the furball continues to grow.

Federación de Mujeres Cubanas Panel Discussion
2025-03-11 11:00 - 12:30 | E-Building, E-500, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Join us for a compelling discussion featuring Leima Martinez Freire, Osmayda Alonso Beleño, and Yamila González Ferrer from the Cuban Union of Jurists (UNJC). This panel will explore the role of women in Cuba’s legal and social landscape, addressing key issues of gender equality, justice, and advocacy. Presented in collaboration with the Cuba Sí NY-NJ Coalition, this event offers a unique opportunity to engage with experts on the impact of policy and law on women’s rights in Cuba.
Please note: the panel discussion will be conducted in both English and Spanish.
For more information, contact Casa de las Américas at casa@lagcc.cuny.edu.

BMEC: Book Discussion with Pervis Taylor "Surthrival Mode" Session #1
2025-03-11 13:00 - 14:00 | M-Building, M-114, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
“Surthrival Mode” aims to bridge the gap in men between just surviving and getting by in life to ultimately thriving within their emotions, mental health and relationships with others and themselves. Receive a free copy of his book (Limited copies)
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Rachel Romain at rcharles@lagcc.cuny.edu.
