News and features from CUNY's undergraduate student journalists
JOHN JAY COLLEGE— Founded in 2011, the Prison-to-College Pathways program provides prisoners an opportunity to pursue their higher education in hopes of earning a degree after their time is served. Story by Andrew Acevedo
Incarcerated Prisoners Graduate Thanks to This CUNY Program Read More
JOHN JAY COLLEGE— The career winnings of John Jay, a racehorse owned by a current professor and alumnus, have been donated to the college’s food pantry since John Jay started racing in 2022. Story by Laila Mansour
John Jay Racehorse Returns to the Track Read More
LEHMAN COLLEGE— “Students today are not just students,” said psychologist Marta Gil. “Many are providers, caregivers, and full-time workers. When basic needs are unstable, anxiety becomes almost inevitable.” Story by Jennifer Estrella
Rising Financial Stress Affects Bronx College Students’ Mental Health Read More
BROOKLYN COLLEGE— Various student clubs hosted an event sharing coffee and various cultural food items to foster a deeper understanding of their own experiences. Story by Renae Visico
Coffee Across Continents: MENA and Latin-American Student Clubs Host ‘Café Del Mundo’ Read More
LEHMAN COLLEGE— As the cost of living continues to rise across the board, Lehman students are increasingly turning to the on-campus food bank in order to fill their stomachs. Story by Jada Duffus
Lehman’s Food Bank Improves Students’ Quality of Life Read More
LEHMAN COLLEGE— “When support systems are cut back while the need continues to rise, it creates an even greater challenge for individuals and families trying to regain stability,” said Claudia Mendez, a social worker in The Bronx. Story by Arlin Rodriguez
Solutions Unclear as New York City Continues to See Increase in Homelessness Read More