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The University of Mount Saint Vincent has officially opened its associate-degree program under the name Seton College. One year in the making, students are now being welcomed onto campus.

Seton College launches at University of Mount Saint Vincent to support underrepresented students

Seton College opens at the University of Mount Saint Vincent, offering a 60-credit associate’s degree to underrepresented students, providing financial aid and academic support. more

by Izania Gonzalez | 9/13/24

Showing support to students by meeting them where they are is part of Lehman’s mission. The May 8 pride event included support systems, arts and crafts, and dancing offering various ways for students to connect with their larger community.

LGBTQ+ Lehman students enjoy safe, inclusive campus

Lehman College celebrates Pride early with inclusive event featuring NoH8 campaign, creating safe space for LGBTQ+ students. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 5/19/24

College protests rage as bombs rain in Gaza

Protests in NYC against Israel's actions in Rafah lead to arrests at City College, with virtual classes and increased campus security. Faculty and students push back. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/12/24

Jorge Silva-Puras delivers the keynote speech at the Bronx EdTech Showcase, highlighting his belief in the use of artificial intelligence in classrooms. He advocates not just for AI use by students and professors, but also for program education so students understand the tools.

To allow or not to allow AI in schools

Lehman College's Jorge Silva-Puras advocates for AI in education, emphasizing its role in enhancing student engagement and critical thinking at the Bronx EdTech Showcase. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 5/12/24

Shabbos ‘Alexander’ Kestenbaum, a Riverdale resident and the only Orthodox Jew at Harvard Divinity School, filed a lawsuit with fellow Jewish students in January seeking to hold Harvard accountable for what they allege is its ‘systemic and pervasive antisemitism’ on campus.

Torres wants Harvard to be accountable for antisemitism

U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres urges Harvard University to address campus antisemitism after a Jewish student faced harassment. Torres highlights Harvard's culture of impunity. Keywords: Harvard antisemitism, campus discrimination, Ritchie Torres letter, Jewish student harassment, Harvard lawsuit. more

By Eric Harvey | 4/30/24

Several panelists held a town hall at Manhattan College, urging an elimination of the voluntary intoxication loophole in rape cases. From left, Acura Collective co-founder Lizzie Asher, Community for a Cause executive director Chris Lake, It’s on Us chapter president Angelina Perez, Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz, Sue Ellen Dodell of the Ruth Mullen Riverdale Huddle, and on the screen, state Sen. Nathalia Fernandez.

Legislators discuss voluntary intoxication loophole

New York legislators and advocates push to close a loophole allowing rape accusations to go uncharged due to victim intoxication. Learn about efforts to change this law. more

By Eric Harvey | 4/30/24

President: Manhattan College is not closing

Amid concerns about its financial stability, Manhattan College's president, Milo Riverso, reassures faculty and students that the institution is not closing despite layoffs and budget cuts. The meeting aimed to address rumors and provide clarity on the college's future, but some students remain skeptical about the administration's transparency and effectiveness in managing the situation. more

By Mack Olmsted | 3/31/24

Point guard DeJuan Clayton returns to the basketball court last Friday for Manhattan College after a judge granted an injunction in his lawsuit against the NCAA.

DeJuan Clayton makes debut after lawsuit saga

The night of Feb. 23 felt like a moment of rebirth for DeJuan Clayton. With the Manhattan College Jaspers trailing Marist by seven points, Clayton checked in for his season debut against all odds. Right then, he became the first D1 men’s basketball player to play in eight different seasons. more

By PETE JANNY | 2/29/24

Manhattan College dean of business set to leave

The dean of Manhattan College’s O’Malley School of Business has announced he is stepping down at the end of the spring semester. more

By IZANIA GONZALEZ | 2/29/24

The incubator provides physical space for small businesses to host their operations, whether it be just a mailbox or an office and a workspace to meet with team members.

Bronx Business Tech Incubator is back, and at your service

Lehman College’s Bronx Business Tech Incubator celebrated its facilities reopening this past Thursday after the pandemic shut things down 3 years ago. more

By IZANIA GONZALEZ | 2/16/24

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50 Years on the Job

Building relationships simply by repairing one kitchen at a time

Felix Lam has been the superintendent at 2465 Palisade Ave., in Spuyten Duyvil for 50 years. The 81-year-old has made his home — and career — at the eight-story co-op since he was a young man. And how does that make him feel? “I’m very happy about it,” Lam said.

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