LaGuardia Community College

Admissions Campus Tour and Information Session
2025-05-07 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-14 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Hunter College: Hunter Promise Summer or Fall 2025 Admitted Student Intake Session
2025-05-07 11:00 - 13:00 | B-Building, B-201, 30-20 Thomson Ave, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Were you admitted to Hunter College for Summer or Fall 2025? If so, come to B-201 on 5/7/2025 from 11:00 – 1:00 to get a head start on your transfer to Hunter. You will have an opportunity to work directly with Hunter advisors in this session and get your question answered.
Through Hunter’s Hunter Promise Program, you will have access to support and resources that will ease your transfer process.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Transfer Engagement Initiative Team at transfer@lagcc.cuny.edu, or visit the Hunter Promise Program website.

Tai Chi (In-Person)
2025-05-07 11:45 - 12:45, 2025-05-14 11:45 - 12:45 | E-Building, E-155, Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, New York, 11101, United States
Tai Chi is an Alternative Wellness Class offered by the Wellness Center. This interactive workshop is designed for beginners with little or no prior experience in Tai Chi. Participants will learn about breath awareness and how to align body movements with breathing patterns. The class is open to all faculty, staff, and students.
Join us every Wednesday in the E-Building, Room E-155, located in the swimming pool area. Please wear loose clothing.
For more information, contact the Wellness Center at WellnessCenter@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Mindfulness Meditation Wednesdays (In-Person)
2025-05-07 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-05-14 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.

2nd Annual Career Success Summit: Empowering Your Future Beyond Graduation
2025-05-07 12:30 - 16:30 | E-Building, E-111, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
We are excited to invite you and your students to the 2nd Annual Career Success Summit, a dynamic event dedicated to advancing Career Readiness initiatives and empowering students on their academic and professional journey. Building on the foundation laid by the CUNY Career Success Fellows, this year’s summit organized by Claudette Davis and Bindu Pillai (CUNY Career Success Fellows 2024-2025) continues to provide invaluable career development opportunities for our students.
Your presence and participation are essential in fostering a strong support system for student success. This event is open to all students, regardless of major, and we warmly welcome faculty and staff to join us in engaging with our future graduates.
Event Highlights:

Campus Resource Showcase – Learn about key departments and programs that equip students for life beyond LaGuardia.
Industry & Alumni Panel – Hear from professionals and alumni as they share career insights and success stories.
Networking Opportunities – Connect with students, colleagues, and industry leaders in a collaborative setting.

Join us in shaping the future of our students by supporting their career development and readiness. We look forward to seeing you there!
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Bindu Pillai at bpillai@lagcc.cuny.edu or Claudette Davis at cldavis@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Career Chat: Non-Profit World in Collaboration with LaGuardia Humanitarian Initiative
2025-05-07 13:00 - 14:30 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States
Join us for an inspiring and informative discussion with professionals from the Non-Profit Organizations to learn about their journeys, insights, and professional experiences. This event provides a unique opportunity to connect with professionals, gain valuable career advice, and network with them. Open to all majors.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Center for Career and Professional Development at career@lagcc.cuny.edu.

NYU CCTOP Virtual Information Session
2025-05-07 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.

Career in Arts Guest Lecture Series: Alex Bero
2025-05-07 14:00 - 16:00 | M-Building, M-227, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, 11101, United States
Alex Bero studied book conservation and information science at the University of Texas at Austin. He has worked in book conservation at several NYC cultural institutions, including the American Museum of Natural History, the Frick Art Reference Library, New York University and now the New York Public Library. Currently, he is the conservation lead for the Treasures exhibition, a position he has had since 2019.
Light refreshments will be provided.
For more information, contact Maureen Drennan at mdrennan@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Creative Writing Read-A-Thon
2025-05-07 14:30 - 17:00 | E-Building, Poolside Cafe, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Join LaGuardia Community College’s Creative Writing Program and writers from around the college in a celebration of the amazing things you do. Everyone is invited to read their original creative work! Students, faculty, staff, and administrators all can participate.
You can also just show up and listen if you don’t want to read, and there will be delicious snacks!
For more information, contact Deirdre Flood at dflood@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Phi Theta Kappa Informational Sessions
2025-05-07 15:30 - 16:30 | M-Building, M-106, Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
The officers of Alpha Theta Phi chapter of Phi Theta Kappa invite all LaGuardia students, faculty, and staff to join them on Wednesdays at M-106 from 3:30-4:30 PM to learn about the benefits of PTK, what it takes to become a student leader, and much more!
Looking for a sense of community with your fellow students? PTK is a great place to make new friends and plan fun outings together!
Not a member? Feel free to join us! Everyone is always welcome to our general meetings. Not eligible to become a member, but are interested in a leadership role? Apply to become a provisional member as you work on acheiving a 3.5 GPA and you can be a part of the executive team.
Refreshments will be served at some of the events and we will throw in a raffle or two to give you a chance to win PTK merch. An election Info Session is on 4/23 and the Election of the 2025-2026 officer team will be held 5/7.
For more information, contact Phi Theta Kappa at ptk@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Mindfulness Meditation Wednesdays
2025-05-07 20:00 - 20:30 | 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.

Street Mural Information Session
2025-05-08 11:00 - 12:30 | E-Building, E-500, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Calling all artists: Do you have an idea for a street mural you’d like to see on 29th Street? The college is seeking submissions for street mural designs to be placed on the LaGuardia Community College Greenway later this year. Faculty, staff, and students who are interested in submitting a design are encouraged to attend an info session.
Please note: Attending an info session is encouraged but not required for submissions.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Manny Romero, Vice President for Communications and External Affairs at mlromero@lagcc.cuny.edu or Nayelli Valenica Turrent, Chief of Staff, at nvalenciaturrent@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Mindfulness Meditation Thursdays
2025-05-08 12:00 - 12:30 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States

Leadership and Development: Developing the Leader Within
2025-05-08 15:00 - 16:30 | M-Building, M-118, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Campus Life is excited to offer a transformative 5-session series titled “Developing the Leader Within”. This series is designed to help students grow both personally and as leaders. Join us on the following Thursdays: 4/3/25, 4/10/25, 4/24/25, 5/1/25, and 5/8/25 from 3:00-4:30 PM in room M118. Students will have an opportunity to unlock their potential and lead their lives with purpose.

Session 1: Dive into the five essential actions of effective leaders and outline the roadmap for the upcoming sessions
Session 2: Explore the critical importance of personal responsibility and strategic planning in achieving long-term success
Session 3: Uncover the steps to identifying a compelling vision and mastering the art of staying motivated
Session 4: Develop emotional intelligence and create a comprehensive self-care plan
Session 5: Integrate all the insights from previous sessions in this final, transformative session

For more information, contact Campus Life at campuslife@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Bad Bunny: Identity and Resistance
2025-05-08 15:30 - 16:30 | M-Building, M-144, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Join us for a dynamic panel discussion with Vanessa Díaz, Assistant Professor of Chicana/o and Latina/o Studies, whose interdisciplinary work bridges media, celebrity culture, and Caribbean politics. Known affectionately by her twins as the “professor of Bad Bunny,” Díaz created the groundbreaking course Bad Bunny and Resistance in Puerto Rico, a reflection of her rich academic and professional journey. From her time as a celebrity reporter for People Magazine to her critically acclaimed book Manufacturing Celebrity: Latino Paparazzi and Women Reporters in Hollywood, Díaz offers a unique lens on the intersections of fame, gender, race, and resistance. This conversation promises a compelling look at pop culture as a site of activism and identity.
For more information, contact Casa de las Américas at casa@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Virtual Friday One Stop Enrollment Office (Zoom)
2025-05-09 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.

Brown Bag Series: From Investigation to Adjudication - Student Conduct Explained
2025-05-09 13:00 - 14:30 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States
Including Student Emergency Removal and Behavior-Related Medical Withdrawal.
Presented by the Working Group on Student Conduct and Academic Integrity. All Brown Bag will be held virtual via Zoom.
Open to Faculty.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Dianne Gordon-Conyers at dconyers@lagcc.cuny.edu.

"Make it Happen Monday" Transfer Credit Pre-Evaluation Session
2025-05-12 14:00 - 16:00 | 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.

Sesiones Informativas en Español
2025-05-12 15:00 - 16:00 | C-Building, Room C-102: Admissions Workshop Room, 29-10 Thomson Ave, Queens, NY, 11101, United States
La sesión de información en español es una gran oportunidad para aprender más sobre los más de 60 programas y servicios académicos integrales de LaGuardia, su calendario académico único (sesiones de 12 y 6 semanas), las opciones de becas y ayuda financiera y nuestro proceso de admisión.
Regístrese para este evento.
Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Admisiones al admissions@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Admissions Adult Learner In-Person Information Session
2025-05-12 17:00 - 18:00 | C-Building, Room C-102: Admissions Workshop Room, 29-10 Thomson Ave, Queens, NY, 11101, United States
Are you 25 years or older? Have you considered going to college, changing your career, or increasing your personal enrichment? Achievement of any of these goals is within your reach at LaGuardia Community College.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Renee Daniels at rdaniels@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Love and Information
2025-05-12 17:00 - 19:00 | M-Building, M-122 (Black Box Theater), Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, New York, 11101, United States
The theatre program is thrilled to announce our spring production of Caryl Churchill’s Love and Information. Love and Information is a kaleidoscopic play that explores our human need for connection in a world saturated by data and social media. Written by acclaimed playwright Caryl Churchill, the work unfolds through brief, self-contained scenes that explore how information shapes, transforms, connects, and fragments our lives. Under the direction of Professor JR Caldwell and featuring lighting design by Professor and Theatre Program Director Christopher Weston, a versatile ensemble of 14 actors will take on multiple roles, with each performer bringing 7-8 different characters to life throughout the production.
Location:

Black Box Theatre (Room M-122)

Event Dates:

Monday, May 12 at 5pm (FREE open dress)
Wednesday, May 14 at 2:30pm & 7:00pm: $10 for General, $8 for Student
Friday, May 16 at 7:00pm: $10 for General, $8 for Student
Saturday, May 17 at 2:30pm & 7:00pm: $10 for General, $8 for Student
Sunday, May 18 at 2:30pm: $10 for General, $8 for Student
Monday, May 19 at 2:30pm: $10 for General, $8 for Student

Purchase tickets.
For more information, contact James Caldwell at jcaldwell@lagcc.cuny.edu or the LaGuardia Performing Arts Center at lpacboxoffice@lagcc.cuny.edu.

CUNY EDGE 20 Minute Info Sessions
2025-05-13 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.

Paint & Sip
2025-05-13 14:00 - 16:00 | E-Building, Poolside Cafe, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Paint & Sip – Held every 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month from 2 – 4 p.m. in the Poolside Cafe. These events are a great way for students to connect with new people and strengthen existing relationships and enjoy a fun, therapeutic activity that helps reduce stress and promotes relaxation.
For more information, contact Campus Life at campuslife@lagcc.cuny.edu.

BMEC: Student Success Series (Spring 2025)
2025-05-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States
Join us at our Spring 2025 Student Success Series. There will be a raffle at the end of each session for a BMEC Hoodie or LAGCC water bottle!

Goal Setting & Decision-Making: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 @ 11am – 12pm

Register for this event.
For more information, contact Rachel Romain at rcharles@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Hispanic Federation Career Expo 2025
2025-05-14 12:00 - 16:00 | E-Building, Atrium, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Exciting opportunity for LaGuardia students, alumni, and community members to meet with employers and service providers, connect to hiring and career development resources, and uncover a multitude of opportunities.
Update: Due to rain, the fair has been relocated to the E-Atrium.

Meet with employers and service providers
Connect to hiring and career development resources
Walk away with advice and a connection to a multitude of job opportunities!

Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Center for Career and Professional Development at career@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Faculty and Staff Development Workshop: Beyond the Degree: Helping Students Navigate STEM and non-STEM Career Opportunities
2025-05-14 12:30 - 14:30 | E-Building, E-242, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, United States
On May 14th we will be joined by Dr. Jessica Perez who will give the keynote address on the state of career readiness of recent college graduates. Following the keynote, a panel featuring panelists from workforce development. There will also be a professional development opportunity to learn the fundamentals of embedding career readiness into your courses.
Keynote: Dr. Jessica Perez – Center For Career & Professional Development
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Bindu Pillai at bpillai@lagcc.cuny.edu or Claudette Davis at cldavis@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Beyond The Degree: Helping Students Navigate STEM and Non-STEM Career Opportunities
2025-05-14 12:30 - 17:00 | E-Building, E-242, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, United States
The workshop will take place on Wednesday, May 14th at 12:30 pm in E-242. Our keynote speaker is Dr. Jessica Perez (CCPD), and our panel discussion on embedding career readiness across campus will emphasize the importance of continuous learning, adaptability, and leveraging technology to create opportunities for professional growth anytime, anywhere.

Keynote Address: Jessica Perez, Ed.D. Director of the Center for Career & Professional Development
Panel Discussion: Career Everywhere: Embedding Career Readiness Across Campus
Introduction to NACE Training: Dr. Jessica Perez, Dr. Jason Hendrickson

Register for this event.
For more information, contact Bindu Pillai at bpillai@lagcc.cuny.edu or Claudette Davis at cldavis@lagcc.cuny.edu.
