December 11, 2025: Looking to add some holiday magic to your weekend? LaGuardia Performing Arts Center will present a festive double feature on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 4 p.m.: a one-hour adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker by the Joffrey Ballet
LaGuardia Student Chelsea Ortiz Earns Scholarship From NYC Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
LaGuardia Student Chelsea Ortiz Earns Scholarship From NYC Hispanic Chamber of Commerce LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (December 9, 2025) — Chelsea Marie Ortiz, radiologic technology major at LaGuardia Community College/CUNY was recently awarded a $2,500 scholarship by the New York City
December 9, 2025: New York City’s LaGuardia Community College partners with Airbnb to house students short term, with the company reimbursing hosts.
Three LaGuardia Community College Students Named Kaplan Leadership Scholars
Three LaGuardia Community College Students Named Kaplan Leadership Scholars LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (December 9, 2025) — Three LaGuardia Community College/CUNY students have been named 2025-26 Kaplan Leadership Scholars. The Kaplan Educational Foundation program empowers community college students to achieve
LaGuardia Community College Recognized by NACCTEP for Excellence in Teacher Education
LaGuardia Community College Recognized by NACCTEP for Excellence in Teacher Education LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (December 9, 2025) — LaGuardia Community College/CUNY’s Education Program has received a 2025–26 Exemplary Program Award from the National Association of Community College Teacher Education Programs
December 4, 2025: LaGuardia Performing Arts Center (LPAC) invites families to celebrate the holiday season with a festive double feature: Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker and a visit to Santa’s Toyland. Presented in partnership with the Joffrey Ballet School’s Children’s and Youth
Student Government Association Leaders Advocate for Fellow Students to Address Needs
Student Government Association Leaders Advocate for Fellow Students to Address Needs LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (December 3, 2025) — The Student Government Association (SGA) at LaGuardia Community College is composed of a diverse and dedicated group of student leaders who serve
December 2, 2025: LaGuardia Community College President Kenneth Adams writes in favor of City Hall expanding initiatives like CUNY Reconnect to provide education and training opportunities for as many low-income New Yorkers as possible.
LaGuardia in the Headlines: December 2025
QNS December 22, 2025: LaGuardia President Kenneth Adams and the Communications and External Affairs Division hosted the college’s third annual holiday party, honoring community partners and supporters. POLITICS NY December 22, 2025: LaGuardia Community College hosted its annual Christmas party
LaGuardia Student Turns Thanksgiving into a Block Party in The Bronx
LaGuardia Student Turns Thanksgiving into a Block Party in The Bronx LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (November 26, 2025) — For Madeline Marinez—known to many as Maddie—Thanksgiving isn’t about staying home. It’s about showing up for the community. This year, the
November 24, 2025: Joffrey Ballet School to present THE NUTCRACKER And SANTA’S TOYLAND At LPAC.
November 21, 2025: LaGuardia Community College offers certificates in data analytics and cybersecurity that can be earned by completing two or more microcredentials.
Holiday Magic Returns to LPAC with Joffrey Ballet School’s Nutcracker and Santa’s Toyland
Holiday Magic Returns to LPAC with Joffrey Ballet School’s Nutcracker and Santa’s Toyland LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (November 19, 2025) — LaGuardia Performing Arts Center (LPAC) at LaGuardia Community College/CUNY invites families to celebrate the holiday season with a festive double
Two LaGuardia Students Accepted to Columbia University
Two LaGuardia Students Accepted to Columbia University LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (NOVEMBER 18, 2025) — Two LaGuardia Community College/CUNY students are celebrating a milestone achievement: acceptance into Columbia University’s School of General Studies for Spring 2026. Their success reflects not
November 11, 2025: LaGuardia President Kenneth Adams was named to the 2025 Power Player in Education list compiled by PoliticsNY and amNY. The list recognizes leaders across the state who are shaping New York’s education landscape and guiding students toward
November 6, 2025: Sun Kim, a South Korean choreographer, will present Alien of Extraordinary on Sunday, November 9 at the LaGuardia Performing Arts Center, through the CUNY Dance Initiative.
First-Generation Students Find Purpose and Pathways Toward Success at LaGuardia
First-Generation Students Find Purpose and Pathways Toward Success at LaGuardia LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (November 6, 2025) — National First-Generation College Day, observed annually on November 8, recognizes and elevates the resilience and determination of students, alumni, faculty, and staff
CUNY Dance Initiative and LaGuardia Performing Arts Center Present the World Premiere of Alien of Extraordinary by Sun Kim Dance Theatre, November 9 LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (November 6, 2025) — LaGuardia Performing Arts Center (LPAC) at LaGuardia Community College/CUNY, in
November 4, 2025: Daryl Griffin, the student life manager of veteran services at LaGuardia is quoted in an article about the best and worst cities for veterans.
LaGuardia Community College Hosts 7th Annual Hunger Banquet and Food Day Fair on Wednesday, November 5 LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (November 4, 2025) — Students, faculty and staff of LaGuardia Community College/CUNY are invited to participate in the 7th Annual
November 3, 2025: Daryl Griffin, Student Life Manager for Veteran Services, LaGuardia Community College/CUNY, shares strategies veterans can use to ease the transition from active military duty to ordinary life.
LaGuardia in the Headlines: November 2025
BROADWAY WORLD November 24, 2025: Joffrey Ballet School to present THE NUTCRACKER And SANTA’S TOYLAND At LPAC. DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION November 21, 2025: LaGuardia Community College offers certificates in data analytics and cybersecurity that can be earned by completing two or
Growing with Purpose: LaGuardia’s Urban Farm Fall Harvest Yields 500 Pounds of Fresh Produce for Students in Need LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (October 31, 2025) — On Monday, October 27, under a crisp, clear sky, the fall harvest was underway
October 31, 2025: Samson Bodapati, an adjunct professor [of Natural Sciences] at LaGuardia Community College and a resident of Jackson Heights, shared his thoughts on the Interborough Express (IBX)—a proposed 14-mile light rail line connecting Jackson Heights in Queens to
LaGuardia Community College Theater Program Presents Bryna Turner’s At the Wedding, November 19–23
LaGuardia Community College Theater Program Presents Bryna Turner’s At the Wedding, November 19–23 LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (October 29, 2025) — The LaGuardia Community College Theater Program, Humanities Department, and LaGuardia Performing Arts Center (LPAC) present Bryna Turner’s At the
October 29, 2025: Two LaGuardia students, Ameera John and Marlene Meyo, speak with New York Times reporters about what is on their minds as they plan for the future.
October 29, 2025: The Amazin’ Mets Foundation, led by philanthropist and Mets Owner Alex Cohen, has awarded $30,000 in scholarships to LaGuardia students for the 2025–26 academic year. The Amazin’ Mets Foundation Scholarship Fund is administered by the LaGuardia Community
LaGuardia Students Nataly Briones and Tamoy Bloomfield Named Women’s Forum of New York Scholars
LaGuardia Students Nataly Briones and Tamoy Bloomfield Named Women’s Forum of New York Scholars LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (October 29, 2025) — Two LaGuardia Community College/CUNY students—Nataly Briones, a Human Services: Mental Health major, and Tamoy Bloomfield, a Paralegal Studies
October 24, 2025: Jeff Weintraub, 77, professor (Humanities Department) and research analyst with LaGuardia Community College’s Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness, is featured in an article about Strat-O-Matic, a baseball dice-and-board game created on Long Island. Weintraub has been
Amazin’ Mets Foundation Awards $30,000 in Scholarships to LaGuardia Community College Students
Amazin’ Mets Foundation Awards $30,000 in Scholarships to LaGuardia Community College Students LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (October 24, 2025) — The Amazin’ Mets Foundation, led by philanthropist and Mets Owner Alex Cohen, has awarded $30,000 in scholarships to LaGuardia Community
Celebrate Día de Muertos and Halloween with LaGuardia Community College
Celebrate Día de Muertos and Halloween with LaGuardia Community College LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (October 23, 2025) — LaGuardia Community College/CUNY invites students, faculty, staff, and neighbors to join in a week of Día de Muertos and Halloween festivities, beginning Friday,
October 23, 2025: Finca La Florecita, LaGuardia’s urban farm, yielded over 3,000 pounds of produce this summer, much of it distributed to those in need via LaGuardia CARES. The segment begins at 12:34 and features interviews with Chelsea Encababian, director
LaGuardia Performing Arts Center Presents “My Body, My Voice” on Saturday, October 25
LaGuardia Performing Arts Center Presents “My Body, My Voice” on Saturday, October 25 A benefit concert and performance series centered on reproductive justice and abortion access. LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (October 23, 2025) — LaGuardia Performing Arts Center (LPAC) at LaGuardia
LaGuardia Performing Arts Center Invites Playwrights and Theater-Makers to Apply for the 2026 Rough Draft Festival LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (October 22, 2025) — LaGuardia Performing Arts Center (LPAC) at LaGuardia Community College/CUNY is now accepting submissions for the 2026 Rough
Finding Their Voice: LaGuardia Students Celebrate the Power of Writing
Finding Their Voice: LaGuardia Students Celebrate the Power of Writing LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (October 22, 2025) — Since 2009, the National Day on Writing has been observed each October 20 to honor the many ways writing shapes our lives—from
October 22, 2025: LaGuardia Community College President Kenneth Adams is on PoliticsNY and amNY’s annual list honoring the dedicated leaders across New York’s vast education system.
October 22, 2025: The last General Election Debate for NYC mayor took place Wednesday night at the LaGuardia Performing Arts Center at LaGuardia Community College.
October 17, 2025: LaGuardia Community College celebrated the grand opening of the new and improved LaGuardia and Wagner Archives.
October 16, 2025: The final mayoral debate of the general election will be hosted by NY1 on Wednesday, Oct. 22 at LaGuardia Community College. It can be watched live on Spectrum News NY1 or on NY1.com.
LaGuardia & Wagner Archives Welcomes Community to Celebrate Reopening
LaGuardia & Wagner Archives Welcomes Community to Celebrate Reopening LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (October 15, 2025) — LaGuardia Community College/CUNY hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony today to mark the reopening of the LaGuardia and Wagner Archives in a newly renovated and
LaGuardia Community College Secures $1.4 Million Perkins V Grant for FY 2026
LaGuardia Community College Secures $1.4 Million Perkins V Grant for FY 2026 LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (October 15, 2025) — LaGuardia Community College/CUNY announced today that it has received a $1.4 million grant through the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for
October 15, 2025: Registration is open for LaGuardia Community College’s fourth annual Community Run on Oct. 19. The event will help provide fresh produce for CUNY students and residents of communities near LaGuardia. (Article in Spanish)
Free Fall 2025 Events on the LaGuardia Community Greenway
Free Fall 2025 Events on the LaGuardia Community Greenway Hispanic Heritage Celebration | Wednesday, October 15 Día de Muertos or Day of the Dead/ Halloween Celebration | Wednesday, October 29 LONG ISLAND CITY, NY (October 14, 2025) — LaGuardia Community College/CUNY
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