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Joshua Brumberg

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The President of the CUNY Graduate Center (www.gc.cuny.edu) including the Advanced Science Research Center (www.asrc.gc.cuny.edu) #Research for the Public Good

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I can’t wait to read the stories that result from the scholarship that this gift will support

11.03.2026 18:50 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Just Joshing: March 2026 President Brumberg shares his reasons for optimism in March, which include a $10 million gift from to the Graduate Center’s Stone Center on Socio-Economic Inequality.

March is full of opportunities as I highlight in this months Just Joshing

www.gc.cuny.edu/news/just-jo...

06.03.2026 00:44 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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As NYC debates policing and public safety, what comes next?

Join Strategies for a New Era of Policing and Public Safety in NYC, a conversation on evidence based approaches beyond enforcement.

πŸ“… March 4, 2026
⏰ 6:30 to 8:00 PM
🎫 RSVP: www.gc.cuny.edu/events/strat...

#zohranmamdani #nyc

24.02.2026 18:17 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks to the Stone's for their continued generous support to allow @thegraduatecenter.bsky.social to research the key factors that drive socio-economic inequality and look to find solutions that can lead to a more just and equitable society.

24.02.2026 15:04 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Come Study With Us!

24.02.2026 00:55 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Grant Writing: The Summary Statement flyer that reads: 

The summary statement can be challenging to write because readers rely on it to make initial assessments, so the stakes are high, and condensing information risks losing clarity. This workshop teaches grant writers to craft this section more effectively by better understanding what reviewers are looking for and prioritizing accordingly.

Tuesday, March 3 @ 10AM

Register here (followed by a QR code)

Grant Writing: The Summary Statement flyer that reads: The summary statement can be challenging to write because readers rely on it to make initial assessments, so the stakes are high, and condensing information risks losing clarity. This workshop teaches grant writers to craft this section more effectively by better understanding what reviewers are looking for and prioritizing accordingly. Tuesday, March 3 @ 10AM Register here (followed by a QR code)

Applying for grants is vital to securing $$$ for research, but the proposal can be a tricky genre to learn. The summary statement can be especially challenging, but we've got a workshop @thegraduatecenter.bsky.social that can help. Learn more and register below or on our website: buff.ly/KvnouVb

23.02.2026 14:09 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Dear medievalist and medieval-curious friends, please help spread the good word about a new opportunity to enroll in the Advanced Certificate in Medieval Studies at the CUNY Graduate Center. CUNY may not be rich, but we are uniquely rich in medievalists! www.gc.cuny.edu/events/medie... #medievalsky

20.02.2026 14:18 πŸ‘ 97 πŸ” 63 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 4
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Writing Legal Lives: Biography, Memoir, and the Law Biography and memoir illuminates the law in distinct ways, not least in helping us to understand how individuals shape and are shaped by their legal worlds.

Join us 3/27 for a conference on writing biographies of legal figures, featuring @kaibirdbiographer.bsky.social, Guido Calabresi, Norman Silber, David Tatel, Gary Stein, Brenda Wineapple, @johnqbarrett.bsky.social, and Asma Bin Shafiq www.gc.cuny.edu/events/writi... @bam-bio-mem.bsky.social

19.02.2026 18:12 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Why Black History Truly Is for Everyone In his new book, alumnus Brian Jones argues that Black history holds lessons for all and merits being widely taught and explored.

β€œBlack history matters now because we are clearly at an inflection point in our society,” explains alumnus and Foundation Board member Brian Jones

16.02.2026 13:58 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Happy to hear that @thegraduatecenter.bsky.social not only creates new knowledge but also new, lasting and loving relationships - Happy Valentines Day

12.02.2026 17:30 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Italian expert reacts to moka pots at Olympics Opening Ceremony CUNY professor Giancarlo Lombardi reacts to a viral performance featuring moka pots during the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics Opening Ceremony.

Prof. Giancarlo Lombardi talks to NBC about a viral performance featuring moka pots in the opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Olympics www.nbcnewyork.com/video/olympi...

09.02.2026 14:27 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

A key to graduate school is great mentorship - so happy to be shining a light on the great mentorship provided by faculty @thegraduatecenter.bsky.social and the important role our PhD students play in teaching over 120,000 @cuny.edu undergraduate students each year.

11.02.2026 14:00 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Come Study With Us!

03.02.2026 20:30 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Deep Dive: Listening to Bad Bunny - Jorell MelΓ©ndez-Badillo and Miguel ZenΓ³n in Conversation
Deep Dive: Listening to Bad Bunny - Jorell MelΓ©ndez-Badillo and Miguel ZenΓ³n in Conversation YouTube video by CUNY Graduate Center

Take a Deep Dive into the music & cultural significance of Bad Bunny, 2026 Grammy winner for Album of the Year - youtu.be/YYh1WJ2fEUs

03.02.2026 16:09 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Just Joshing: February 2026 We are advancing new knowledge and doing so in a communal and supportive manner. These are reasons to be thankful and to look forward to the semester ahead.

Happy to share my February Just Joshing

www.gc.cuny.edu/news/just-jo...

02.02.2026 21:32 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

What I really like about this is that it focuses us on how we can best support our students

29.01.2026 16:23 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Grid of 6 headshots, a variety of expressions & backgrounds

Grid of 6 headshots, a variety of expressions & backgrounds

Announcing spring 2026 public programs! Join us in person or online - reserve now: www.gc.cuny.edu/public-progr... Feat. journalist Frank Rich, former FTC chair Lina Khan, Nobel winner @pkrugman.bsky.social, author @elijahwald.bsky.social, designer Qween Jean, singer RocΓ­o MΓ‘rquez & more! @cuny.edu

28.01.2026 16:49 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Sharing Insight and Information is core to what we do at the @thegraduatecenter.bsky.social hopefully you can join us in person or online for one of these FREE thoughtful discussions on timely topics

28.01.2026 19:15 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Very nice to read this piece about someone I have known and admired for so long (read the story to find out why).

26.01.2026 17:09 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Stay Warm, Stay Safe and Stay Remote if you can

To our essential workers: we owe you our gratitude- thanks

25.01.2026 16:24 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A promotional graphic for the CUNY Immigration Assistance Project and CUNY Citizenship Now. The top features the CUNY Immigration Assistance Project logo on the left and the CUNY Citizenship Now logo on the right, both on a blue background. Below, a white rounded box contains blue text describing the program as a rapid-response legal resource for people affected by immigration policy changes, issues traveling in and out of the United States, and those detained by law enforcement. At the bottom, on a light background, bold blue text reads β€œLearn More,” followed by a rounded button-style label with the URL β€œcuny.edu/CIAP.”

A promotional graphic for the CUNY Immigration Assistance Project and CUNY Citizenship Now. The top features the CUNY Immigration Assistance Project logo on the left and the CUNY Citizenship Now logo on the right, both on a blue background. Below, a white rounded box contains blue text describing the program as a rapid-response legal resource for people affected by immigration policy changes, issues traveling in and out of the United States, and those detained by law enforcement. At the bottom, on a light background, bold blue text reads β€œLearn More,” followed by a rounded button-style label with the URL β€œcuny.edu/CIAP.”

Join the CUNY Immigration Assistance Project on Jan. 29 at 6pm EST for a Zoom webinar to learn more about the program, receive the latest immigration law updates and hear about available resources. This resource is available for current students, faculty, and staff.

To register: ow.ly/q1NE50Y0lAO

24.01.2026 15:33 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Winter Storm Readiness 
Graduate Center and CUNY leaders are closely monitoring weather forecasts for the winter storm predicted for Sunday, Jan. 25, and Monday, Jan. 26.

Winter Storm Readiness Graduate Center and CUNY leaders are closely monitoring weather forecasts for the winter storm predicted for Sunday, Jan. 25, and Monday, Jan. 26.

The Graduate Center and CUNY are monitoring the weather forecast closely to ensure a safe and smooth start to the semester. See details here: www.gc.cuny.edu/news/january...

23.01.2026 17:04 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Alumna’s Film Skewers Repression and Makes Waves Natalie Musteata explains why she and her co-writer and co-director leaned into the ridiculous to capture β€œour current moment” in their Oscar-nominated β€œTwo People Exchanging Saliva.”

Congratulations to alumna Natalie Musteata, whose film β€œTwo People Exchanging Saliva” was nominated for an Oscar! www.gc.cuny.edu/news/alumnas...

23.01.2026 18:28 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Come Study With Us!

09.01.2026 18:18 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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New Year, New Funding Opportunities Graduate Center students should consider applying for these pre-dissertation fellowships and grants.

The start of a new year is a great time to reflect on your educational experience and explore new opportunities – including funding opportunities. Here are some offered to Graduate Center students www.gc.cuny.edu/news/new-yea...

09.01.2026 10:33 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Understanding how AI is impacting our classrooms and how we can effectively utilize it as a tool to advance our student's education is a key question. I am very happy that we as an institution are taking the lead in this initiative with special thanks to our @gctlc.bsky.social

07.01.2026 16:59 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Come Study With Us its out of this world (pun intended)

05.01.2026 17:47 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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If you are a CUNY doctoral student in your second through sixth year, you can likely get up to $1,500 for research, travel, accommodations, conference fees, a research assistant, etc. Deadline: Jan. 31. See guidelines for more info:

www.gc.cuny.edu/sites/defaul...

05.01.2026 14:58 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 6 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£ Apply for the 2026 ERI/PS2 Summer Public Research Fellowships @humanitiescuny.bsky.social

πŸ“Œ Open to current Ph.D. Students @thegraduatecenter.bsky.social only

More info:
centerforthehumanities.org/summer-publi...

11.11.2025 21:44 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 4

What a great year in review and this list is a great example of what makes @thegraduatecenter.bsky.social such a special place #HappyNewYear

20.12.2025 17:26 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0