LaGuardia Community College

"Make it happen Monday" Transfer Credit Pre-Evaluation Session
2024-05-06 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | C-Building, Room C-102: Admissions Workshop Room, 29-10 Thomson Ave, Queens, NY, 11101, United States
The “Make it happen Monday” transfer credit evaluation session is your opportunity to meet one on one with a transfer credit team member and learn what credits may transfer to our college before you apply.
For the session to be completed, we ask that you bring a copy of all your previous college transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).
Note: At this time, applicants with foreign transcripts from outside of the U.S. may not be eligible for these sessions. We require a translation and will determine eligibility on a case by case basis for foreign college transcripts.
Please note that the preliminary evaluation is based on your intended major, and the maximum number of credits that can be transferred toward an associate degree is 30.
It’s also important to know that these evaluations are preliminary and considered unofficial. An official transfer credit evaluation will be completed after you are admitted to the college.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact creditevaluation@lagcc.cuny.edu.

AAPI Heritage Month Mini Conference
2024-05-07 10:00 - 15:00 | E-Building, E-242, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, United States
AAPI Heritage Month Committee presents a mini-conference on May 7, 2024, exploring the diverse cultural diversity of Asian and Asian American identities at LaGuardia Community College. Workshops include empowerment and allyship by Anti AAPI Hate, mandalas and prayer beads by the Rubin Museum of Art, origami crafting by a LaGuardia alumnus, and the presentation of the new issue of Asian American Voices journal. Raffles for Amazon gift cards will be held.
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For more information, contact the AAPI Heritage Month Committee at tnagano@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Empowerment and Allyship: Strengthening Solidarity with the AAPI Community
2024-05-07 10:30 - 12:00 | E-Building, E-242, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, United States
In collaboration with Anti-AAPI Hate, this workshop aims to recognize cultural diversity and a call to action for solidarity. A rich exploration of the cultural and historical tapestry of the Asian and Pacific Islander American community will set the stage, aiming to foster deeper understanding and appreciation. The event will highlight stories of resilience with a spotlight on hate crimes, showcasing activists from diverse backgrounds and their unyielding allies. A vital segment will disseminate valuable resources on legal rights, mental health support, and beneficial community programs, tailored to empower the AAPI community. The workshop also seeks to offer clear pathways for non-Asian individuals and communities to connect and demonstrate tangible support, reinforcing the event’s mission for true solidarity and strengthened allyship in the face of adversity.
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For more information, contact the AAPI Heritage Month Committee at tnagano@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Mandalas and Prayer Beads: Reflection through Art and Ritual
2024-05-07 12:30 - 14:00 | E-Building, E-242, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, United States
Embark on a contemplative journey with a Rubin Museum docent, delving into the world of Mandalas and Prayer’s beads. Discover the profound significance of these sacred symbols in meditation and reflection. Create your unique print mandala, exploring the power of introspection and self-awareness. Learn about the significance of numbers in various Asian cultures and craft your own bead jewelry, imbued with personal meaning.
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For more information, contact the AAPI Heritage Month Committee at tnagano@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Admissions Campus Tour and Information Session
2024-05-07 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-08 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-09 14:00 - 15:00 | 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.

Origami Workshop
2024-05-07 14:00 - 15:00 | E-Building, E-242, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, United States
Shardul Sigdel, an origami master, will be teaching the traditional art of origami to students and others at LaGuardia. This event aims to encourage students to try their hand at origami. The workshop is open to both beginners who want to learn and those who already know how to make origami and wish to continue practicing. Participants can enjoy themselves while making origami and hopefully learn more about this art of paper folding. The event is designed to be stress-free, with assistance available to students experiencing problems while making origami.
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For more information, contact the AAPI Heritage Month Committee at tnagano@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Language Career Fair
2024-05-07 14:00 - 16:30 | E-Building, E-111, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
The Language Career Fair features guests who share information about their career paths. They discuss their fields and personal journeys and how they relate to languages other than English.
This event relevant to students of all majors as language proficiency is a skill that increases their marketability in the work force.
For for more information, contact the Center for Career and Professional Development at career@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Healing Words: A Guided Journaling Workshop for Navigating Grief and Sadness
2024-05-07 15:00 - 16:00 | E-Building, E-242, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, United States
In this workshop, we aim to explore and express the complex emotions of grief and sadness through guided journaling and self-reflection. The workshop is specifically tailored for students and faculty/staff from the Asian diaspora who seek to navigate emotions brought forth by anti-Asian hate. We hope to create a supportive space where participants can embark on a transformative journey of self-expression, connecting with others, and moving through emotions like anger, fear, and hurt. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in written reflections, connect in small groups, and conclude with resources and next steps for continued support.
Register for this event.
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For more information, contact the AAPI Heritage Month Committee at tnagano@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Campus Life's Spirit Week: Paint & Sip
2024-05-07 15:00 - 2024-05-08 17:00 | E-Building, Poolside Cafe, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Get creative with Campus Life! What better way to show school spirit than a paint and sip! All students are welcome!
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Campus Life at campuslife@lagcc.cuny.edu.

City College of New York Virtual Transfer Information Session
2024-05-07 17:00 - 18:00 | Online, NY, United States
This virtual session aims to provide comprehensive information about CCNY, the transfer admissions process, our programs and student life!
As students navigate the transfer process, it is important that we facilitate seamless transitions for students so that they will have a successful start to their academic journey at CCNY.
Register for this event.
Please note: go to the section ‘Undergraduate Transfer Virtual Information Session’ –> Click: May 7, 2024 event to register.
For more information, contact Julianne Salazar at jsalazar@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Insurance Enrollment
2024-05-08 10:00 - 13:00 | E-Building, Atrium, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Our insurance facilitators can help you obtain free or low-cost health insurance. They are available for virtual consultations.
For more information, contact Luz Ruyol at Lruyol@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Tai Chi (In Person)
2024-05-08 11:45 - 12:45 | E-Building, E-155, Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, New York, 11101, United States
This interactive workshop is for beginner practitioners with little or no experience in Tai Chi. Participants will learn concepts of breath awareness and alignment of body movements with breathing patterns.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Wellness Center at WellnessCenter@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Credit for Prior Learning Info Sessions - Wednesdays
2024-05-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States
Join our CPL office specialists to discover valuable information about CPL and the benefits of having gained demonstrated college-level learning outside the traditional college classroom. Through a robust academic process evaluating standardized exams, industry credentials, military training, institutionally designed challenge examinations, and portfolio assessment, CPL awards college credits with integrity making a direct impact on the degree of study where LaGuardia students gain momentum toward completion of degree while saving time and money.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Office for Credit for Prior Learning at CPL@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Level Up Career Success Summit
2024-05-08 12:00 - 16:00 | E-Building, E-242, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, United States
The session will feature a combination of events geared toward students and faculty to learn about the resources on campus to help prepare students for life after LaGuardia. We will have a Career Carousel Fair, where students can visit booths and learn about on campus resources, followed by a sit-down session with presentations from various campus entities on career readiness. The summit will also feature an engaging conversation with LaGuardia alumni who will be sharing advice for students and faculty as well as reflections on their experience.
Agenda:

Career Carousel Fair + Lunch
Noon to 1pm, E-242 Atrium

Career Resource Presentations
1pm-2pm, E-242

Student panel on Careers
2:15-3:15, E-242

Career Carousel Fair
3:15-4pm, E-242 Atrium

Register for the event.
For more information, contact Jason Hendrickson at jhendrickson@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Campus Life's Spirit Week: Wear Red Day
2024-05-08 13:00 - 14:00 | M-Building, Lobby, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
All faculty and staff are encouraged to wear red for Spirit Week! Campus Life will be giving out free Red Hawk T-shirts to students in the M-Lobby.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Campus Life at campuslife@lagcc.cuny.edu.

NaNoWriMo May Write-in
2024-05-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Library Conference Room, Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Started something during National Novel Writing Month? Are you looking to finish it? Or to get ready for next NaNoWriMo? Or do you just want to write with other people? Come write with us at the library!
For more information, contact Steven Ovadia at sovadia@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Feel Good Do Good Series
2024-05-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States
The Multicultural Exchange (BMEC) invites you to a 4-Part Self-Care Journey to help you achieve Your Greatest Potential.
Facilitator: Geo Derice, Author/Motivational Speaker

Wednesday, May 1, 2024: Self-ish
Wednesday, May 8, 2024: Turn Down For What
Wednesday, May 15, 2024: Vision Board Event
Wednesday, May 22, 2024: Chess Not Checkers

Get a free copy of his books!

Thirst Is Real
Geo’s Gems

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For more information, contact Rachel Romain at rcharles@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Mental Health Awareness Month and Self-Care Fair
2024-05-08 14:00 - 16:30 | C-Building, 1st Floor Lobby, 29-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, NY, 11101, United States
Take a break from your day with some relaxing self-care activities! Join the Wellness Center for a variety of self-care activities, training opportunity and resources to support your mental well-being. Additionally, LaGuardia ASAP will be participating in this resource fair along with other self-care activities. Don’t miss out!
Everyone is encouraged to wear a green shirt — #PaintTheSchoolGreen for mental health awareness month!
For more information, contact the Wellness Center at WellnessCenter@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Math is everywhere HyFlex Event
2024-05-08 14:15 - 16:15 | E-Building, Atrium, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Math is Everywhere are college competitions for displaying research projects that contain math content. Students from across the LaGuardia College in different majors and courses are invited to prepare (under the supervision of their professors) and submit their projects for competition.
This is a math related co-curricular students’ competition event. Come enjoy the presentations and showcases. Food and snacks will be provided. The winners will be awarded with a gift card. The event will be in a hyflex mode.
Register for this event.
Submit your project.
For more information, contact Lucie Mingla at lmingla@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Creative Writing Read-A-Thon
2024-05-08 14:30 - 16:30 | Cobblestone Courtyard, Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Join us to read your stories, poems, and creative writing! Students, faculty, and staff are all welcome.
Faculty, students, and staff are invited to share up to 5 minutes of an original creative work. Everyone is also welcome to simply come and listen to your friends, colleagues, and students read their work.
Register to read your work.
For more information, contact Noam Scheindlin at nscheindlin@lagcc.cuny.edu.

CREAR: Charlas
2024-05-09 11:00 - 12:00 | M-Building, MB-06, 31-10 Thomson Ave, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Charla’s event brings people together to chat about important topics, meet new friends, and learn from mentors. Each session includes a lively talk on a current issue, sparking engaging conversations and friendships. Whether it’s about the environment, society, or technology, Charla’s event is all about learning and connecting.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Valerie Recalde at vrecalde@lagcc.cuny.edu.

MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) In-Person Transfer Information Session
2024-05-09 12:00 - 14:00 | E-Building, E-242, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, United States
Join us for an informative afternoon with a MIT transfer admission representative to learn more about MIT, transfer application guidance, financial aid, followed by Q&A.
MIT is a leading research university with top-ranking programs in STEM. Please refer to the university website to learn more about these programs.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Josie Bergin-Ko at mbergin-ko@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Tabling Event with Trusting Hands Home Care Agency
2024-05-09 12:30 - 15:30 | E-Building, Atrium, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Please join us in this tabling event with Trusting Hands Home Care Agency. Their mission is to keep families together. They facilitate this by sending qualified, reliable, professional staff to their patient’s home or school (LPN, RN & HHA). They empathize with families having to make tough decisions regarding caring for a loved one and using our services will help alleviate some of that stress.
For more information, contact the Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) at career@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Building Safer Relationships and Community
2024-05-09 13:00 - 14:30 | E-Building, E-501, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, 11101, United States
Join us for a five-part workshop series on Thursdays, 1:00 – 2:30 PM in Room E-501. These programs are hosted by the Mount Sinai Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention (SAVI) Program.
Register for these events.
Empower You Kahoot: Sexual Violence 101 (4/4) – Join us for an overview of student rights and resources as we debunk common myths around sexual assault. Bring a friend for a Kahoot game review to show off your knowledge!
Bystander Intervention: Interrupting Violence in Your Communities (4/11) – How do I help keep my community safe? How do I intervene in violence? Join us for a workshop on bystander intervention where we’ll talk all things strategy so you can be a prosocial bystander. We recommend attending Empower You Kahoot: Sexual Violence 101 in advance.
Empower You Kahoot: Community Impacts, Community Supports (4/18) – Join us to learn about how sexual violence impacts specific communities and explore the intersections of oppression and sexual violence. You’ll learn about organizations that can support your communities and peers through Kahoot.
Disability and Bodily Autonomy (5/2) – What is disability justice? Why is it important? What does bodily autonomy have to do with it? Join us for a discussion on disability, bodily autonomy, and consent. We’ll talk about disability models, care networks, and more!
Gender-Based Violence (5/9) – Let’s discuss how transforming gender norms can help us work toward ending gender-based violence. We’ll talk about how trans oppression and sexual violence intersect.
For more information, contact Nathan Tosh at ntosh@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Interview Preparation: Practice make permanent: Sharpen Your Virtual Interview Skills
2024-05-09 14:15 - 15:15 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States
This session introduces the do’s and don’ts of successful interviews and provides tips for successful interview preparation, performance, and follow up. The workshop will cover tips to master different types of interviews, strategies for handling challenging questions, and confidence boosters.
Register for this event.

Campus Life's Spirit Week: Crafty Day Corkboard Designs
2024-05-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Skylight Room, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Come create a mood board with us! Whether you’re making a collage for your summer bucket list or your 5-year plan, Campus Life has got you covered! We will give you everything you need for this crafty and fun project. All students are welcome!
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Campus Life at campuslife@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Credit for Prior Learning Info Sessions - Thursdays
2024-05-09 17:00 - 18:00 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States

Mental Health First Aid Training for Students
2024-05-10 09:30 - 17:30 | Location will be shared upon registration
A FREE evidenced-based training offered by the Wellness Center to help participants identify and assist students and other members of the community who may be struggling with a mental health challenge.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Wellness Center at WellnessCenter@lagcc.cuny.edu.
