Bearcat Buzz – March 28, 2025

March 31: No Classes Scheduled.
April 1: Last day to withdraw from course with a grade of W
April 12-20: Spring Recess

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The ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at Barclays Center located at 620 Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. There will be one Commencement Ceremony at 9:00 a.m., with both undergraduate and graduate students at the ceremony.

The deadline to complete your cap & gown order is Friday, May 2, 2025 (the order site closes at 11:45 p.m.). Please visit the Student Life website to order your cap & gown and guest tickets.

IMPORTANT: You will NOT be able to purchase your cap & gown or request guest tickets after this deadline date.

For more information on caps and gowns, how to register, and more please visit the Student Life Commencement website. Continue to check the site regularly for more updates!

Please be aware of what has been reported as a yearbook scam targeting college/university students around the world, including Baruch College students.

An email is sent from my-yearbook.us with the subject “Complete Your Account (Baruch College 2024/2025 Yearbook)”. The link leads to a form on their website that asks for personal details (name, phone number, student email address, picture and achieved degree), before requesting a $6 or $12 registration fee. This fee is then being used to set up a recurring payment from your account.

If you receive this email:Don’t click on the email

• Don’t click on any links in the email
• Don’t submit your personal information
• Don’t submit payment information
• Delete the email

Legitimate information on the Baruch College yearbook and senior portraits can be found on the Student Life website.

Spring 2025 Open Pantry Hours

Monday & Friday: Closed
Tuesday to Thursday: 11:00 AM–3:00PM

Find more information here.

The Fresh Food Program returns this Spring 2025 semester. Starting February 13, fresh food bags will be distributed to students on a first-come-first-served basis. Each student will receive 2 bags, 1 of fresh produce (fruits and vegetables may change based on availability) and 1 bag with a loaf of bread and an additional item. Please note that due to the global egg shortage, eggs may not be available this semester. However, they will be replaced with another item. Examples of these items include pasta, string beans, beans, etc. It occurs every Thursday until April 24, excluding April 17 for Spring Recess.

CUNY Accommodate Portal

Instructional Videos and Documentation Guides

In September 2024, CUNY announced the implementation of its new student disability management system, CUNY Accommodate, which streamlines the accommodation request process for you, the student. These resources are self-paced, explain aspects of the system in detail, and provide instructions for accessing and using CUNY Accommodate. Whether you are a student requesting accommodation for the first time or are a returning student, CUNY Accommodate is designed to support you.

The City University of New York (“CUNY”) is committed to addressing discrimination and retaliation reports promptly, consistently, and fairly. The following publicly available form allows for the submission of a report of discrimination and/or retaliation, as prohibited by and defined in CUNY’s Policy on Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination (“EO Policy”).

For reports of sexual harassment or sexual violence, including sexual assault, stalking, domestic and intimate violence, please follow the process outlined in CUNY’s Policy on Sexual Misconduct.

Learn More

Beginning Tuesday, February 18, 2025
NVC 2-110 (2nd floor Baruch College)

Visit www.ThorntonStudio.com, select “Schedule Appt” and enter School Code “07273”.

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April 15–April 17 | Deadline to Apply is April 7 by 5:00p.m.

Looking for free, fun activities during Spring Break? The Office of Student Life invites you to join Alternative Spring Break! Enjoy exciting activities like rock climbing, paintball, and community service. Spots are limited-apply today!

Apply Here

A Legacy of Leadership and Resilience

The Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month is a month-long celebration and uplifting of Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) identities, experiences, histories and cultures. Nationally, APIDA Heritage Month is recognized in May. Because this is after the end of the academic year, the Baruch Community hosts our programming during April. The national theme for this year is, “A Legacy of Leadership and Resilience”. The theme honors the hard work of APIDA leaders who established a foundation for future generations to thrive and adapt to change and adversity.

All events are subject to change.

Opening Ceremony

Thursday, April 3
12:40 – 2:20 p.m. | NVC 2nd Floor Lobby
Kick off the month-long celebration with music, food, and club tabling. Visit each of the APIDA identity-based tables and stamp your passport for the chance to win a movie ticket.

UCLA’s General Meeting

Thursday, April 3
12:40 – 2:20 p.m. | NVC 3-120
Join the United Chinese Language Association’s (UCLA) general meeting to connect with fellow students and celebrate Chinese culture. Don’t miss this chance to get involved!
For RSVP information, visit the club’s Instagram @baruch_ucla

Eid Banquet

Thursday, April 3
6:00 – 8:30 p.m. | NVC Multipurpose Room, 1-107
Join our Muslim affinity-based student organizations as they commemorate the end of Ramadan.
For RSVP information, visit the club’s Instagram @baruchmsa

Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month 2025 Calendar

Our free immigration lawyer services are up and running. The Undergraduate Student Government and the Graduate Student Assembly provide currently registered undergraduate and grad students with the opportunity to speak with an immigration lawyer twice a semester.

Appointments can be scheduled for the Spring 2025 semester. You can make an appointment today on the Student Life website!

Immigration Lawyer Consultation Appointments

As we look ahead to the close of another successful academic year, the Graduate Student Assembly (GSA) is excited to announce that we are planning a special off-campus boat trip event exclusively for BARUCH GRADUATE STUDENTS (MASTERS OR PhD). To help us plan the best possible celebration, we would love to gauge your interest in attending this event. Please take a moment to fill out this survey.

Survey

Join Baruch College and the Brooklyn Nets  on April 8th for Baruch Nights at Barclays enjoy the Brooklyn Nets vs. New Orleans Pelican. The first 100 tickets purchased will get the “fan experience” of being able to shoot around on the court after the game. This opportunity is available for all students, faculty, staff, friends, and families.

Get Tickets

Fitness Center

Spring Schedule
Open January 25 to May 22, 2025
Monday–Friday: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

Pool

Due to renovations, the pool and adjacent locker rooms on the B3 Level will be closed for the next 18-24 months.

Locker Rental Information

Official Baruch College Athletics Store
Athletic Schedule (Live video & stats available at BaruchAthletics.com)

Latest Athletic News

• Men’s Volleyball Defeats Hunter on Bearcats Appreciation Night, Team Wins CUNYAC Regular Season Title
• Men’s Tennis Stays on Winning Track, Defeat Manhattanville to Stay Undefeated at 5-0
• Mia Castillo, John Alesi, Gerard Nicholson Earn Major ECAC Division III Basketball Honors

May 6 | 12:30-2:00p.m.| NVC Gym

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to make your mark and inspire others’ sign up today! For artistic, technological, and demonstrative pieces, please contact creativeinquiryday@baruch.cuny.edu with special requests for space by April 24.

Submission Link

Let Us Know Your Post-Graduation Plans. Students who complete both the Starr Post-Graduation Survey and the CUNY Cap & Gown Survey will be entered into a raffle to win VIP Family Seating at Graduation, gift cards, & other prizes!

Check your Baruch email for survey links.

Fridays at 2:00p.m. via Zoom
studentaffairs.baruch.cuny.edu/counseling/support/

Dear Black students,
Join BMHM support sessions to explore topics like identity, self-care, motivation, racism, community, culture and more. Meetings are Fridays at 2:00p.m. via Zoom.
Email Jael.Amador@baruch.cuny.edu to register.
Drs. Amador & Dillon

April 2 | 10:00a.m.- 5:00p.m. | NVC 1-107

Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. Yet, blood shortages are a constant challenge. By becoming a blood donor, you’re not just giving blood; you’re giving hope, strength, and a second chance at life. Consider becoming a blood donor!

Sign Up

April 1 | 12:30–3:00p.m. | NVC 2-125

We invite you to Baruch’s Transgender Day of Visibility Celebration. Let’s celebrate each other, our community, and our resilience! Join us for: Presentations | Discussions | Networking | Free Food & Giveaway

April 4 | 9:00a.m.–6:00p.m. | Bronx Community College

Join us for this year’s LGBTQI+ Student Conference, hosted at Bronx Community College. This year’s theme is: “Queer Care: Unleashing Our Power“. Register now to save your spot and explore provided transportation options.

Register Now

May 1 | 12:00–3:00 p.m. | Library Building, 7th Floor

Announcing Baruch’s 3rd Annual Lavender Graduation! Students, faculty, and staff: RSVP to reserve your seat (Capacity Limited)! Students: Sign up to audition to perform or provide a speech!

Register Now

April 4 | 10:00 a.m.-12:00p.m. | Baruch Field Center

Curious to see the groundbreaking business ventures from our current NVA 2 startup teams? Join us as a spectator and vote for your favorite pitch! The team with the most votes will win FREE tickets to Area 53 and Ferox Ninja Park.

Apply Today

April 3 | 12:45–2:00p.m. | NVC 3-125

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides funding for overseas graduate study, research projects, or to teach English.
Learn more: us.fulbrightonline.org or contact Baruch’s Fulbright Program Advisor, Valeria.Hrimnak@baruch.cuny.edu.

Register Today

April 10 | 12:45–2:00p.m. | NVC 3-125

Explore prestigious scholarships that fund graduate degrees in the U.S. or around the world. We will discuss the application processes and provide strategies on how to be a competitive applicant.
Email Fellowships@baruch.cuny.edu with any questions.

Register Today

April 3 | 12:30–2:00p.m. | NVC 2-125

Pair up one-on-one with other students for quick 2-3 minute chats. Join us for friendship speed dates! Discuss healthy relationships, connections, sex, and more while meeting new people and enjoying FREE ICE CREAM!

Drop by the Health & Wellness Office (NVC 3-241) on Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00p.m. for a creative escape! Tap into your inner child and let your imagination run wild. Note:

No Crafternoons on April 2 and April 16.

Strengthen your mind and body on Pilates Wednesdays | 3:00-4:00 p.m. | NVC 2-125. Relieve your stress on Yoga Thursdays | 1:00-2:00 p.m. | NVC 2-125. Open to all experience levels! Mats and blocks are provided.

Note: No class on April 3, April 16, and April 17.

April 8 | 12:00–3:00 pm | NVC 1-107 Multipurpose Room

Take charge of your health! Take part in learning more about your personal, emotional, physical & social wellness. Free food, massages and other giveaways will be taking place!

Starting February 27, 5:30p.m.

Join in meaningful conversations of faith as you learn from your peers. Discuss how your background and experiences make you unique in relation to your spirituality. Weekly Dinner provided & $250 Stipend provided upon completion!

Apply Here