LaGuardia Community College

Rebel the Red Hawk Try-Outs
2024-09-16 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-09-26 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | E-Building, E-111, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Show your school spirit and become Rebel the Red Hawk!
Rebel is the college’s official mascot and symbol of unity, academic excellence, and school spirit. Think you might be a good fit? Try out! Students who want to be Rebel should demonstrate their abilities to entertain, interact with individuals and crowds, while exhibiting professionalism, following instructions, showing initiative, and participating with reliability in scheduled events. Students who would like to tryout must fill out an interest form. Try-outs will be held in room E-111 on the following dates:

September 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. – Tryouts are cancelled
September 26 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Register for the tryouts.
Learn more about Rebel the Red Hawk.
For more information, contact cea-division@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Get the Scoop on Voter Registration
2024-09-17 12:00 - 14:00 | E-Building, Atrium, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Register to vote! Free Haagen-Dazs ice cream will supplies last.
For more information, contact Campus Life at campuslife@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Resume Writing Workshop
2024-09-17 14:15 - 15:15 | Online (Zoom), NY United States, NY, United States
In this session, students will learn key strategies to effectively showcase work-related experience, academic pursuits, and extra-curricular activities for maximum impact in a competitive job market.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Center for Career and Professional Development at career@lagcc.cuny.edu.
*When registering on Zoom, students must enter their Full Name and EMPLID to receive credit for participating.

Speed Friending
2024-09-18 13:00 - 15:00 | M-Building, M-118, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Build connections and make new friends while enjoying a refreshing cup of Boba tea.
For more information, contact Campus Life at campuslife@lagcc.cuny.edu.

CCPD Game Day
2024-09-18 14:00 - 16:00 | E-Building, Atrium, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Join the Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) for a day of games, prizes, and fun! Become a game contestant or form teams of 4-5 students to demonstrate your knowledge about Career Readiness!
Show off your skills in the following games:

Wheel of Career Services
Connect 4
Uno
and more!

Open to all current LaGuardia students of all majors.
For more information, contact the Center for Career and Professional Development at career@lagcc.cuny.edu.

NYU CCTOP - Virtual Transfer Information Session
2024-09-18 15:00 - 16:00 | Online (Zoom), NY United States, NY, United States
The Community College Transfer Opportunity Program (CCTOP) will host an informative virtual session for students to learn more about the program and application process.
CCTOP was created to help community college students make the transition from a participating consortium college to the NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, NYU Silver School of Social Work, NYU College of Arts and Science (Humanities), NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, NYU Tisch School of the Arts (IMA Program) or to the NYU-SPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies (DAUS).
Register for this event.
For more information, contact mbergin-ko@lagcc.cuny.edu.
Please make sure to save your confirmation email as it contains the zoom link for this information session.

Book Culture LIC: Laguardia Community College Humanities Faculty Book Talk
2024-09-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Book Culture LIC, 26-09 Jackson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Join us to discuss the recent releases of 3 faculty authors from LaGuardia Community College’s Humanities Department: Ari Richter’s Never Again Will I Visit Auschwitz: A Graphic Family Memoir of Trauma & Inheritance, Dr. Joni Schwartz-Chaney’s Critical Faith: What It Is, What It Isn’t & Why It Matter, and Dr. Jessica Boehman’s Cafe Au Lait: A Story of NF1 and My Special Spots.
LaGuardia Community College Provost Dr. Billie Gastic Rosado will moderate the event. There will be a Q&A and a book signing.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Ari Richter at arichter@lagcc.cuny.edu.

MoneyBoss: A Student’s Guide to Credit with Professor Andrea Francis
2024-09-19 11:45 - 12:45 | E-Building, Poolside Cafe, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
In this workshop our guest presenter, Professor Andrea Francis, will explain the ins and outs of credit to our students.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Anne O’Reilly at moreilly@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Paint and Sip
2024-09-19 14:30 - 16:30 | 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!
For more information, contact Campus Life at campuslife@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Admissions Campus Tour and Information Session
2024-09-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-27 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.

Red Hawk Takeover: Game Day
2024-09-20 14:30 - 16:00 | M-Building, M-118, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Participants get a chance to win swag prizes.
For more information, contact Campus Life at campuslife@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Gratitude Journaling
2024-09-23 13:00 - 14:00 | M-Building, M-118, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Learn tips and techniques to help you cultivate a deeper sense of self and your accomplishments.
For more information, contact Campus Life at campuslife@lagcc.cuny.edu.

New School Year, New Goals: Virtual Vision Board
2024-09-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Online (Zoom), NY United States, NY, United States
What do you want to accomplish this fall? Perhaps it’s jump-starting your fitness journey, reading more books, getting good grades in school, or saving up for something special. Whatever your goals are, we invite you to join us for a virtual vision board party as we set our intentions for Fall 2024.
A vision board is a collage of words and images that represents your wishes and goals. Creating a vision board helps you set your intentions for the year ahead and provides a visual reminder to stay focused on these goals throughout the year.
During our session, we will be creating a digital vision board. A digital template will be provided.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Rachel Romain at rcharles@lagcc.cuny.edu.

LHI Kick-Off: Fall 2024 Orientation
2024-09-24 11:45 - 12:45 | Online (Zoom), NY United States, NY, United States
Did you know that students with an experiential learning experience and certificate/digital badge have a higher chance of academic and career prospects than those with none?
LaGuardia Humanitarian Initiative welcomes you at our Fall 2024 Orientation to learn ways in which you can apply your classroom knowledge and experiences to gain invaluable experiential learning skills while supporting and advocating for communities across the world.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Sada Jaman at sjaman@lagcc.cuny.edu.

CTL Conversation: AI and Your Classroom
2024-09-24 14:15 - 15:30 | E-Building, E-242, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, United States
Join us for a CTL conversation “AI and Your Classroom” with faculty and students. Explore questions about AI and its potential to enhance or undermine learning, share experiences with AI in the classroom, discuss expectations, explore technical and ethical issues, and more.
Light refreshments will be served.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Ljubica Depovic at ldepovic@lagcc.cuny.edu.

New York Jobs CEO Council
2024-09-25 11:00 - 12:00 | E-Building, Atrium, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Come join us in this tabling with a representative of the New York Jobs CEO Council. They will be sharing great career opportunities for your growth and professionalism.
For more information, contact the Center for Career and Professional Development at career@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Student Clubs Fair (Fall Fest)
2024-09-25 12:00 - 16:00 | E-Building, Atrium, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Join us for a civic and social engagement fair. Live DJ, entertainment and free food. Learn about joining and starting student clubs and organizations.
For more information, contact Campus Life at campuslife@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Queens STEM (Q-STEM) Welcome Event
2024-09-25 14:00 - 15:30 | E-Building, E-500, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Queens STEM (Q-STEM) is a collaborative educational pipeline program for STEM students in the borough of Queens through a partnership with LaGuardia Community College and Queens College. The work and activities in Q-STEM are supported by a United States Department of Education – Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) STEM grant. We invite students to learn more about the program and what it has to offer.
For more information, contact Niki Jones at njones@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Casa de las Americas Open House
2024-09-25 14:00 - 16:00 | M-Building, M-144, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Please join us on the Wednesday, the 25th in M-144 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. as we unveil our new space and talk about everything La Casa is doing this semester.
For more information, contact Casa de las Américas at casa@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Crack the Code for Being A Successful Student
2024-09-25 14:15 - 15:15 | E-Building, E-255, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Dive into the LaGuardia First Year Seminar Textbook in a scavenger hunt to unlock essential college success strategies. Team up and navigate through resources and discover strategies that are crucial for every student. The number of participants for this event is limited so registration is highly recommended.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Bryan Perez at brperez@lagcc.cuny.edu and Kristina Graham at kgraham@lagcc.cuny.edu.

The Honors Program and HSAC Welcome Meeting
2024-09-25 14:30 - 16:30 | M-Building, MB10-B, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Learn about taking Honors Courses, contribute to our Newsletter The Fiorello, meet our Co-Directors, Meet current HSAC members & Honors Students. Get the inside track regarding Transfer & Scholarship Opportunities and learn how you can present your research at our Honors Conference.
For more information, contact the Honors Program at honorsprog@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Brown Bag Series: On De-escalation: Methods that Work
2024-09-25 15:00 - 16:00 | Online (Zoom), NY United States, NY, United States
Presented by the Working Group on Student Conduct and Academic Integrity. All Brown Bag will be held virtual via Zoom.
The purpose of this workshop is to help faculty and staff gain a better understanding about how to de-escalate situations involving students who present as frustrated, disengaged, and/or aggressive, and those who may be in the midst of mental health challenges. The facilitator will review “cries for help” vs other types of conduct issues, warning signs, and de-escalation methods that work within and outside of a classroom setting. The workshop will also include “scenarios,” and provide participants with a list of referral units and applicable resources.
Presenter: Alexis McLean, VP Student Affairs
All are invited to attend.
Register for this event.
For more information, view the flyer or contact Jennifer Mitchell Mayer at jmitchell-mayer@lagcc.cuny.edu and Dianne Gordon-Conyers at dconyers@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Wonder Workshop
2024-09-25 15:00 - 16:00 | E-Building, E-101 (Children’s Corner), 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
This series of one-hour workshops is a collaboration between the LaGuardia Library and the Philosophy Program. Each workshop includes a children’s book read-aloud, time to wonder, and a creative art activity. All materials are provided. The workshops are designed for children (ages 5-11) but open to all. In the LaGuardia Library’s Children’s Corner.
For more information, contact Cheri Carr at ccarr@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Job/Internship Search: Ways to Supercharge Your Job/Internship Search
2024-09-26 14:15 - 15:15 | Online (Zoom), NY United States, NY, United States
Looking to jump start your job or internship search? Nobody should search alone! Get on track and let us coach you through the job/internship search process. Topics include how to navigate Career Connect, job search tips and more!
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Center for Career and Professional Development at career@lagcc.cuny.edu.
*When registering on Zoom, students must enter their Full Name and EMPLID to receive credit for participating.

The Animal Science Discovery Program: 2+2 Scholarship Advising Session
2024-09-26 16:30 - 17:30 | Online (Zoom), NY United States, NY, United States
Learn all about the scholarship designed to help you complete your bachelor’s degree at Rutgers University, and what steps you should be taking to apply!
Have your unofficial transcript ready for the call.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Omar Salas Lopez at omar.salaslopez62@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Virtual Friday One Stop Enrollment Office (Zoom)
2024-09-27 10:00 - 15:00 | Online (Zoom), NY United States, 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.

Red Hawks Men's Basketball Team Tryouts
2024-09-28 12:00 - 14:30 | LaGuardia Gym MB-42, Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Come try out for the LaGuardia Red Hawks Men’s Basketball Team! Students must be full-time (12 credits in Fall I) Come prepared in proper athletic attire.
For more information, contact Coach Jarrett Lockhart at Jlockhart@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Women's Basketball Team Tryouts.....Lets Go Red Hawks!
2024-09-28 19:00 - 20:30 | M-Building, Gymnasium, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
The women’s basketball team is looking for players in all positions. Students must be full-time and taking 12 credits in Fall session I. Tryouts will be held on Friday, September 27th, and Monday, September 30th from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Participants must wear proper athletic attire.
Looking forward to seeing you on the court!
For more information, contact Coach Parry at sparry@lagcc.cuny.edu.
