LaGuardia Community College

Insurance Enrollment
2024-06-05 10:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-29 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

22nd Annual Thomson Avenue Film Festival
2024-06-04 18:30 - 20:30 | M-Building, M-122 (Black Box Theater), Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, New York, 11101, United States
LaGuardia’s 22nd Annual Thomson Avenue Film Festival will again showcase short films made by LaGuardia students and alums. This year’s festival will be held on campus in M-122.
You’re cordially invited to join our Red Carpet (dress up if you like!) at 6:30 p.m. The show will start promptly at 7pm. Awards Ceremony to follow.
We will honor award winners and this year’s Screenplay Contest finalists and winners.
Screenplay Contest Finalists
LA CURA DE LA NEBULINA by Patricia Carpanta
PROMISE ME THIS by Maria Jose Grech
FAIRY TALE ENDING by Karlo Krstulovic
MY FLOWER by Milo Lozado
PROJECT G.O.O.D. by Claudia Marcucci
With Films by
Adrian Bacui
Zynnasia Blakata
Crystina Camacho
Patricia Carpanta
Jeremy Cascamisi
Marvin Dantzler, Jr.
Marisol Demonte
Khin Maung Htwe
Atoshi Islam
Kevin Liu
Angel Lopez
Julian Mejia
Martin Molina
Massanje Savane
Diana Shairin
Savannah Spence
Christopher Taufan
For more information, contact David Stott at dstott@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Teaching and Learning Goals and Strategies
2024-06-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States
Please attend to hear goals proposed by the team and learn about several strategies that address these goals at LaGuardia and other institutions, including professional development in ESOL, Guided Pathways to career and transfer, and the Shared Equity Leadership framework. Panelists include Drs. David Housel (CLIP), Eric Hofmann (Academic Affairs), and Milena Cuellar (MEC).
Those who attend will have an opportunity to give feedback on the proposed goals and make recommendations for strategies to include in the plan. For those who cannot attend, we will share a link to the event recording and “comment box” to make recommendations.
Join meeting.
For more information, contact Eric Hofmann at 2024StrategicPlan-TeachingLearning@CUNY907.onmicrosoft.com.

Admissions Campus Tour and Information Session
2024-06-04 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-06-03 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-30 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-29 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.

SOAR Experiential Learning Info Sessions
2024-06-04 11:00 - 11:30 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States
The SOAR Experiential Learning Program allows students of all majors to explore various Experiential Learning Opportunities all over New York City. Students can gain employable skills and gain further knowledge in their field of study.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Center for Career and Professional Development at career@lagcc.cuny.edu.

"Make it happen Monday" Transfer Credit Pre-Evaluation Session
2024-06-03 16:00 - 17:00 | 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.

Queer Book Talk: John Manuel Arias
2024-06-03 15:30 - 17:00 | E-Building, E-242, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, United States
John Manuel Arias, author of Where There Was Fire, will visit LaGuardia Community College to speak with students and guests about creating a writing career and about writing magical realism. Where There Was Fire is a lush and atmospheric novel about three generations of a Costa Rican family wrestling with a deadly secret. Arias is a queer, Costa Rican American poet and writer.
For more information, contact Casa de las Américas at casa@lagcc.cuny.edu.

BMEC and CREAR: Graduation Celebration Class Of 2024
2024-06-03 14:30 - 15:30 | M-Building, MB-06, 31-10 Thomson Ave, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Celebrate your academic journey at the 2024 Graduation Celebration Event. Reflect, cherish, and embrace the future. Join us for music, and refreshments. Plus, don’t miss out on receiving your graduation stole and enjoying delicious food. Stick around for the raffle prize draw at the end!
Register for this event.
For more information, contact Valerie Recalde at vrecalde@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Fun Fridays
2024-05-31 14:00 - 16:00 | C-Building, C-249, 29-10 Thomson Ave, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Join us for a relaxing and FUN Friday at the Wellness Center! Enjoy a variety of board game activities to refresh and relax, and receive helpful self-care tips from our counselors.
Fun Fridays at the Wellness Center will be on May 31st and June 7th.
For more information, contact the Wellness Center at WellnessCenter@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Virtual Friday One Stop Enrollment office
2024-05-31 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.

Credit for Prior Learning Info Sessions - Thursdays
2024-05-30 17:00 - 18:00 | 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.

Admissions Spanish Information Session
2024-05-30 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-05-28 15:00 - 16:00 | C-Building, Room C-102: Admissions Workshop Room, 29-10 Thomson Ave, Queens, NY, 11101, United States
En LaGuardia, celebramos nuestro cuerpo estudiantil diverso, que representa más de 150 países diferentes y más de 96 idiomas diferentes. 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 mas informacion contacte: admissions@lagcc.cuny.edu.

You Were Made an Offer! Now What?
2024-05-30 14:15 - 15:15 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States
This session will explore tips on how to navigate accepting an offer, salary negotiation, onboarding, important documents, and how to keep your job.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Center for Career and Professional Development at career@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Lecture and Demonstration of Washoku and Chado in Mind and Body (Michiko Tomioka, Registered Dietitian (RDN))
2024-05-30 13:00 - 14:00 | E-Building, E-501, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, 11101, United States
Unveil the tranquil beauty of Japanese tradition and its nourishing wisdom. Join us for Lecture and Demonstration of Washoku and Chado in Mind and Body, led by Ms. Michiko Tomioka.
Explore the world of Sadoh, the serene art of the tea ceremony, and explore its effects on the body and mind. The highlights of the event include:

Introduction of Chado and their nutritional impact on body and mind
Nutrition effect of Matcha and Japanese food (Washoku)
The spirit of tea ceremony (the way of tea) by Senno Rikyu, the Father of Chado

This event is hosted in collaboration with the Nutrition Culinary Management.
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For more information, contact Prof. Kyoko Toyama at kyokot@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Women in Government Student Showcase
2024-05-30 11:00 - 13:00 | E-Building, E-500, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Join the LaGuardia and Wagner Archives for a student presentation of final projects for the Gardiner-Shenker Fellowship program. Political Science and Photography students will share their work. Refreshments will be served.
For more information, contact Gretchen Aguiar at gretchen.aguiar75@lagcc.cuny.edu.

From The Ukrainian Frontline With Thanks
2024-05-29 17:30 - 19:00 | Little Theatre, NY, United States
The LaGuardia Performing Arts Center (LPAC) at LaGuardia Community College/CUNY (LAGCC) announces a one-night, free musical performance by Cultural Forces, a collective of Ukrainian musicians representing the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The event, titled “From the Ukrainian Frontline With Thanks,” will take place on Wednesday, May 29, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Little Theater at LPAC.
The musicians of Cultural Forces have firsthand experience with the harsh realities of war, having fought as members of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the war with Russia. Through sharing their music and personal stories, they aim to showcase the resilience of the Ukrainian people and foster understanding and unity among diverse communities.
The performance at LPAC is part of Cultural Forces’ 40-day U.S. tour, which includes showcases in Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, Pittsburgh, Washington D.C., and additional cities across the United States.
Register for this event.

Funfair Party
2024-05-29 16:00 - 18:00 | M-Building, M-118, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
As part of this event, engaging activities aimed at increasing club member participation have been planned. Activities include karaoke and various small games such as chess, Monopoly, checkers, UNO, Tumble Towers, and other board games. A significant aspect of the program is the painting of international flags to preserve memories. The purpose of the flag painting is to showcase the diversity of LaGuardia and to demonstrate respect for each country. Watercolors will be used by participants to represent their national flags, with the option to customize their designs creatively. The winner of the flag painting activity will be determined by popular vote, and a gift card will be awarded. The selected flags are intended to be displayed in the internal office or elsewhere on campus.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the International Students Club at pramirez@lagcc.cuny.edu.

LGBTQ in STEM
2024-05-29 14:00 - 16:00 | E-Building, E-242, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, United States
Join us for a panel with STEM professionals about navigating their professionals about navigating their LGBTQ identities and careers.
For more information, contact Casa de las Américas at casa@lagcc.cuny.edu.

In Our Own Voice: A Partnership With NAMI
2024-05-29 14:00 - 15:30 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States
A unique and powerful public presentation that offers insight into the hope and recovery possible for people living with a mental health condition. Two trained volunteers who both live with a serious mental health condition will share their personal journeys with mental health and what helps them stay well, and humanize this often misunderstood topic by demonstrating that it’s possible—and common—to live well with mental illness.
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Wellness Center at WellnessCenter@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Be Kind to Your Mind: Mindfulness Pop up Event
2024-05-29 14:00 - 15:00 | Cobblestone Courtyard, Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
A pop-up event that allows students to join the community to learn about the benefits of mindfulness meditation. Practice a guided meditation and engage in community. Take away resources to support a mindfulness practice. Mindfulness meditation practices will reset every 15 minutes.
For more information, contact Ellen Quish at equish@lagcc.cuny.edu.

SSM Job Information Session (Instagram)
2024-05-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, NY, United States
The Student Success Mentor Program is now hiring enrolled students at LaGuardia Community College or senior colleges. Get ready to enhance your professional skill set and make a significant difference in the lives of new students at LaGuardia Community College. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to grow both personally and professionally!
Instagram: @StudentSuccessMentors
For more information, contact Estefany Gonzaga at egonzaga@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Credit for Prior Learning Info Sessions - Wednesdays
2024-05-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States

Tai Chi (In Person)
2024-05-29 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.

LHI: Spring 2024: Student Showcase
2024-05-29 11:00 - 13:00 | E-Building, E-500, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101, United States
Join the LaGuardia Humanitarian Initiative Student Showcase to celebrate the yearlong accomplishments of our students, staff, and faculty who made local and global impact through various pedagogical, experiential, and community outreach projects!
For more information, contact humani@lagcc.cuny.edu.

Choosing a Career: So Many Options... Where Do I Start?
2024-05-28 14:15 - 15:15 | Online (Zoom), NY, United States
In this session, students will discover strategies to clarify their interests, learn about career options and related majors, as well as about online tools available to LaGuardia students. (Open To All Majors)
Register for this event.
For more information, contact the Center for Career and Professional Development at career@lagcc.cuny.edu.
