Arts and Media September 2018

Lehman College To Present “Young Puerto Rican Filmmakers”

Lehman College School of Arts & Humanities is presenting “Young Puerto Rican Filmmakers” on Thursday October 4. Held at the Studio Theater, the 75-minute program features a selection of short films and music videos directed by recent graduates and current students of the University of Puerto Rico–Mayagüez (UPRM) Film Certificate program.

Global September 2018

2nd Kavanaugh Accuser Comes Forward; 10 Things To Know For Today

A second accuser has come forward to describe an alleged unwanted sexual encounter with Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Bill Cosby’s sentencing could mean the 81-year-old comedian could be sent home on probation or could serve as much as 30 years in prison. As many as 8,000 people may need to be evacuated because of possible flooding near South Carolina’s Coast.

Hispanic Community September 2018

US Considers Limit On Green Cards For Immigrants On Benefits

New rules being proposed by the Trump administration could disqualify immigrants from receiving green cards if they use housing vouchers, food stamps, Medicaid and other forms of public assistance. The proposal, which is 447-page, will appear in the Federal Register "in the coming weeks."

Hispanic Community September 2018

Cuomo Expands Puerto Rico Recovery, Rebuilding Initiative

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo is expanding the highly successful New York stands with Puerto Rico Recovery and Rebuilding Initiative. They will be deploying 500 more SUNY and CUNY student volunteers and launching a new disaster mental health initiative. SUNY and CUNY volunteers will be cleaning, repairing and restoring damaged homes.

Global September 2018

What No Supreme Court Nominee Has Done; 10 Things to Know for Today

Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh was interviewed on Fox News, stating that he has never sexually assaulted anyone. President Donald Trump addresses the United Nations today, as will Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. After speculation about whether or not his job was in jeopardy, Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein will be having a meeting with Trump later in the week.

Global September 2018

Job News: Utah Regents Seek College Advisors For All High Schools

College access advisors may soon be in higher demand in Utah. The state’s Board of Regents is seeking $6 million from the Legislature towards their goal of placing college advisors in every pubic high school in Utah by the year 2022.

Hispanic Community September 2018

Seattle Mariners' Felix Hernandez Becomes US Citizen

Seattle Mariners’ pitcher Felix Hernandez was among 74 people who became naturalized U.S. citizens at a ceremony on Monday. Originally from Venezuela, Hernandez said the strife in Venezuela is one of the reasons he became a U.S. citizen and that he would like to bring his parents to the United States.

Arts and Media September 2018

Gloria And Emilio Estefan Receive Gershwin Prize

The Library of Congress has named international superstars Emilio and Gloria Estefan as recipients of the Gershwin Prize for popular song. For the first time in history the award is honoring a married couple and musicians-songwriters of Hispanic descent. The Estefans have been influential leaders infusing rich cultural diversity into the American musical experience.

Health Care September 2018

Penn State Officials Confirm Case Of Bacterial Meningitis

A case of bacterial meningitis has been confirmed at Penn State University. Bacterial meningitis’ symptoms can include stiff neck, headache and fever, and can cause inflammation of the brain. Anyone who suspects having bacterial meningitis should contact University Health Services' Advice Nurse service.

Hispanic Community September 2018

Update: Arizona City Ends Contract For Immigrant Detention Center

The city of Eloy has ended a contract that allowed ICE (the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency) to run a family detention center located in Texas. This center is where lawyers say a child became sick and died after she was released.

Financing September 2018

U of Virginia Earns NSF $3M Grant

The University of Virginia School (UVA) of Engineering has earned a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to launch a graduate program in cyber-physical systems. UVA Engineering’s Link Lab is developing a new program that trains graduate students in making discoveries that can be translated into new technologies, products and services.

Hispanic Community September 2018

UCF Extends In-State Tuition To Students From Puerto Rico

The University of Central Florida’s trustees voted to waive out-of-state fees for students from Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands who came to the school after Hurricane Maria. This in-state tuition offer has been extended through 2023. Students must remain enrolled continuously in order to quality.

Health Care September 2018

US And Cuba Institutes Create First Joint Biotech Venture

U.S. and Cuban research institutes are creating the first joint U.S.-Cuban biotech venture. Headquartered in Cuba the new initiative aims to bring new cancer therapies to U.S. patients. The Roswell Park Cancer Institute of Buffalo, New York and Cuba’s Center for Molecular Immunology established the Innovative Immunotherapy Alliance SA after the historic 2014 U.S.-Cuban detente.

Global October 2018

Kavanaugh Case Unfolds As DeVos Readies Sexual Assault Rule

With the testimonies of Judge Brett Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford still fresh in the public’s mind, Education Secretary Betsy DeVos is in the process of considering new guidelines that could drastically change how sexual violence allegations are investigated on college campuses.

Financing October 2018

HCCC Selected For NJ Tuition-Free Pilot Program

Hudson County Community College has recently been named as one of 13 community colleges in New Jersey to pilot the New Jersey Community College Opportunity Grant (CCOG) program. The CCOG program will allow the school to offer both new and current students from low-income families to attend community college tuition free.