FOR THE CCNY COMMUNITY GENERAL NOTICES

The cafeteria menus are now available online!

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Contact:  Joe Gallopini

To: All University Instructional Staff

Diversity Projects Development Fund:
This fund has been established to support scholarly research projects and other educational activities for or about populations that are traditionally under-represented within higher education. The purpose of the fund is to assist in the development of educational projects, scholarly research, creative endeavors, and professional activities which promote diversity, multiculturalism, and non-discrimination [...]
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FITNESS CENTER
Recently we discovered that there is lead paint on the ceiling of the Fitness Center. While we know of no deleterious effects on anyone, we feel that we should be aggressive about health issues; therefore, we have closed the Center and are working on the solution to this problem.
In the meantime, we are now ready to open an alternative site, in Wingate Room 104. Mr. Coleman has overseen the preparation of this room, and we have placed as much equipment as is feasible there...approximately 30 students at a time will be accommodated. This week Wingate Rm 104 will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The working hours of the staff are being reorganized so that we can open earlier next week, and we will notify you to confirm a 9 a.m. opening at that time.

President Williams understands the importance of this Center to the students, and we are working diligently to come up with a solution as quickly as possible so that we can reopen the Fitness Center. Thank you for your patience!

Science/Engineering Library Hours Extended:
At the request of the City College community, the Science/Engineering Library has extended its hours. Effective March 1, the new hours are:
M - Th: 9:00am - 11:00pm
F: 9:00am - 6:00pm
Sa: 9:00am - 6:00pm
Su: 12:00pm - 6:00pm

To: All Instructors
From: Nicola Blake, Director of The CCNY Writing Center
RE: Writing Center - SUPPORT  & TUTORING

Last semester we saw 1,047 students, for a total number of 3,296 student visits. As we begin a new semester, I want to extend the Center’s support to you. We have 50 tutors on staff. More than half are graduate students. There are a variety of ways you can utilize the Center: [click here for all services]

Attention LATINO authors writing authentic U.S. based Latino fiction and non-fiction.
We are searching for authors who can bring fresh voices, as well as innovative and distinctive stories to the book world. We invite both the fledgling and the eminent authors out there to submit your material for review. [more detail]

The information desk has a basket where we recycle previously read magazines and books. If you have any you would like to share with the students, please donate them to us. We just ask that you remove your names and addresses to assure your privacy. You can include any outdated video movies or cds you would like to part with. (We are located in NAC 1/205).
Please pass this information on to your coworkers. The students really enjoy picking up magazines and books they might not be able to afford.
-- Chloe Urban, Director of the "i" desk. X5338

***IMPORTANT***
Eliminating the possibility of SARS at City College
President Gregory Williams has designated Pereta Rodriguez as the CCNY’s  SARS designee. The Wellness and Counseling Center (WCC) has established a health program to meet this assignment.

Currently, the U.S. Center for Disease Control (CDC) has an advisory for Beijing and Hong Kong. Faculty and students traveling to or from these areas MUST report to the WCC, located in the Marshak (Science) building, room J-15 before they report to classes or work to provide information on their health status. The WCC will give each a brief questionnaire to fill out and provide medical treatment if needed. Our concern is to provide a healthy environment for our campus community. Thank you for your cooperation! Location: J-15 Contact: Pereta Rodriguez Contact Email: prodriguez@ccny.cuny.edu Extension: 5915

Come out and make a difference in the life of a child! Have you ever been interested in volunteering your time as a mentor? Now you can. Big Brothers /Big Sisters of New York City is looking for mentors for our school-based program at PS 129. The commitment is only 1 hour per week during the child's lunch period. If you are interested, please contact me at 212.994.7722 or by email at anovicsky@bigsnyc.org

PROMOTE YOUR CCNY EVENT: We have a new CCNY Events Calendar, linked to from the homepage of our website. It is updated daily and is the place for you to submit announcements about lectures, seminars, exhibitions and special events open to the entire CCNY community and the public. To submit a CCNY event click below:

FOR  STUDENTS: SPECIAL NOTICES & JOB POSTINGS

CHECK YOUR E-MAIL!
If you are registered at CCNY you have been assigned an e-mail address.
Click here to find out more.

Housing Assistance Program
Housing for $284 a month available at the historic Harlem YMCA for qualified CCNY matriculated female students. Must be a citizen or non-citizen eligible for financial aid. Applications are available at Student Services (Wingate 107). For more information, call (212) 650-5370 Date: All Year Location: Student Services/ Wingate 107 Contact: Carmelo Rodriguez Contact Email: studentservices@ccny.cuny.edu Extension: 5370

Looking for a job?
The City University of New York (CUNY) has created a new resource for students, the CUNY Student Jobs site! Whether you're looking for a way to start your career or just need some extra cash while earning your degree, start your search at http://www.cuny.edu/studentjobs

For student job postings and information please visit the CCNY Career Center at www.ccnycareercenter.org

New Student Helpline-Wingate 105 has been equipped with a bank of computers to be used as an email system for responding to student requests for information.....More info

Read the newly issued CUNY Policy on Academic Integrity. All about cheating, plagiarising, falsifying, etc. To give you a short idea: It's not worth it. If you would like to read the details check it out here.

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Don't forget to include Time, Date, and Location as well as a contact.
If you have an online flyer or a website, please include such information (links etc.)

PROMOTE YOUR CCNY EVENT: The CCNY Events Calendar, on the homepage of the website, is updated daily and is the place for you to submit announcements about lectures, seminars, exhibitions and special events open to the entire CCNY community and the public. To submit a CCNY event click below: