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May 19, 2020
Weissman Professor Receives Major Grant from National Institutes of Health [https://pmail.baruch.cuny.edu/PoliteMail/images/twab-pic2.jpg] <https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/pressroom/BaruchCollegeProfessorKristaDobiNationalInstituteofHealthGrant.htm>
Natural Sciences Assistant Professor Krista C. Dobi, PhD, received a $459,732 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to support her research into muscle properties in fruit fly embryos, which could inform treatments for muscle-wasting diseases. She is the first Baruch faculty member to receive a Support of Competitive Research (SCORE) grant from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences division at the NIH. The award will cover research costs and support five undergraduate student researchers. Read more<https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/pressroom/BaruchCollegeProfessorKristaDobiNationalInstituteofHealthGrant.htm>.
Baruch Bulletins
Baruch Community Connections
See examples of how the Baruch community remains engaged and connected<https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/coronavirus/CommunityConnections.htm> during the times of COVID-19
Class of 2020: Complete Post-Graduate Outcomes Survey
Watch the video<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MiJnM01mL4g> to learn more about how to take this important survey.
COVID-19 Flex Grading Policy
Students considering a credit/no-credit option should seek guidance from the Office of Financial Aid Services. Learn more<https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/undergraduate-advisement-and-orientation/crnc.html>.
Apply for Baruch Climate Scholars
Learn more<https://provost.baruch.cuny.edu/messages/new-baruch-climate-scholars-program-funding-and-educational-opportunity-for-our-students/> about this exciting funding and educational opportunity. Deadline is June 1.
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Zicklin Students Victorious in Pitney Bowes Data Challenge
Nearly 70 Zicklin students showcased their virtual data-crunching skills at the Baruch College–Pitney Bowes Data Challenge on May 1. The competition is funded by a $10,000 grant from the NYC/CUNY Workforce Development Initiative. Learn more about the competition and the winning team<https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/pressroom/ZicklinSchoolofBusinessPitneyBowesDataChallenge.htm>.
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Top Recognition & Reporting from Student Magazine
Student magazine Dollars & Sense (D&S) continues to be recognized for its outstanding content. Columbia Scholastic Press Association recognized the publication with a Silver Crown award for its digital news coverage in 2019. Learn more about the award<https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/pressroom/BaruchCollegeStudentMagazineDollarsandSenseWinsSilverCrownAward.htm> and the latest issue of D&S, which commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Harlem Renaissance<https://blogs.baruch.cuny.edu/harlem100/> (Photo from Documentary: An Ode to Langston Hughes<https://blogs.baruch.cuny.edu/harlem100/?p=108>).
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Alumni Respond to the COVID-19 Crisis
Stories of Baruch alumni making an impact during the COVID-19 pandemic can be heard around the College.
· The Zicklin School featured seven alumni<https://zicklin.baruch.cuny.edu/zicklintogether/thank-yous/> working on the front lines of the pandemic, like Isa Bacardi (EMBA HCA ’19) (left), assistant nurse manager at Lenox Hill Hospital.
· Barry Pitegoff (’71), a hospital chaplain, shares insights on how the crisis has impacted his daily duties<https://blogs.baruch.cuny.edu/bcam/2020/05/12/observations-from-a-hospital-chaplain-barry-pitegoff-71/> and the hospital at large.
· Fashion designer Nana N. Yoshida (’09, MA ’17) creates fashionable face coverings<https://blogs.baruch.cuny.edu/bcam/2020/05/12/fashionable-face-coverings-with-nana-n-yoshida-09-ma-17/> for clients.
Focus on Faculty Research
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Tracing Supply Chain Origins
Zicklin professor Lilac Nachum, PhD, shares insights on why transparent supply chains are important for companies in a recent Bloomberg article<https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-04-23/phylagen-uses-dna-to-make-supply-chain-sustainability-transparent>.
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Phone Buzz Gives Good Vibrations New research<https://sum.cuny.edu/the-vibration-of-your-phone-may-be-impacting-you-more-than-you-know/> from Zicklin Professor Ana Valenzuela, PhD, shows that phone vibrations accompanying positive text messages can help the receiver feel better about the interaction.
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Food Security in Times of Conflict
Marxe Professor Anna D’Souza, PhD, talks about how households cope with conflict and food insecurity in developing nations. Learn more in her Marxe Spotlight<https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/mspia/spotlight-archive/april20facultyspotlight.htm>.
Resources for You
Support from the Counseling Center
In response to the current environment, many support sessions are now available.
Keep Calm & Carry On: Twice Weekly Sessions: Learn tips to bolster your emotional immune system: meditation, mindfulness, stress tolerance, gratitude, and more.
· Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:30–12:55 pm, on Zoom<https://baruch.zoom.us/j/310131933>.
o Meeting ID: 310 131 933
o Phone Option: 646-558-8656
Together, Not Alone: Join a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space to process the current health crisis and learn concrete coping skills. Students learn how to reduce anxiety and realize that these feelings are common at this time.
· Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1-2 pm, on Zoom.
· To participate, send an email to [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> from your Baruch student email account.
Coping with Loss: Free Grief and Bereavement Support Sessions
Find a safe and supportive space to process the loss of a loved one during the COVID-19 crisis.
· Mondays, 3–4 pm, on Zoom.
· To participate, send an email to [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> from your Baruch student email account.
Marxe Graduate Programs Virtual Open House Week<https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/mspia/admissions/MSPIAAdmissionsEvents.html>
Learn more about graduate programs at the Marxe School with daily interactive panels. May 26-May 29. Noon-1:30 pm. Learn more and register here<https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/mspia/admissions/MSPIAAdmissionsEvents.html>.
Virtual Things to Do
Competition or Cooperation: What’s on the Horizon of International Relations?<https://zicklin.baruch.cuny.edu/event/competition-or-cooperation-whats-on-the-horizon-of-international-relations-webinar/>
Tomorrow, May 20, 11 am-noon. Zoom. Registration required. Learn more and RSVP<https://zicklin.baruch.cuny.edu/event/competition-or-cooperation-whats-on-the-horizon-of-international-relations-webinar/>.
Mishkin Gallery: Online Listening Session with Artists Lamin Fofana and Serubiri Moses<https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/calendar/EventList.aspx?fromdate=5/24/2020&todate=5/24/2020&display=Day&type=public&eventidn=80970&view=EventDetails&information_id=1121496>
Sunday, May 24, 3-4 pm. Zoom. Registration required. Learn more and RSVP<https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/calendar/EventList.aspx?fromdate=5/24/2020&todate=5/24/2020&display=Day&type=public&eventidn=80970&view=EventDetails&information_id=1121496>.
Is the Bitcoin Halving Event Priced In?<https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/calendar/EventList.aspx?fromdate=5/14/2020&todate=6/12/2020&display=&type=public&eventidn=80969&view=EventDetails&information_id=1121494>
Thursday, May 28. 11 am-noon. Zoom. Registration required. Learn more and RSVP<https://www.baruch.cuny.edu/calendar/EventList.aspx?fromdate=5/14/2020&todate=6/12/2020&display=&type=public&eventidn=80969&view=EventDetails&information_id=1121494>.
Go Bearcats!
Soccer's Shaiem Allah Morad Named 2019-20 Baruch Athletics Male Athlete of the Year<https://athletics.baruch.cuny.edu/news/2020/5/7/mens-soccer-soccers-shaiem-allah-morad-named-2019-20-baruch-mens-athlete-of-the-year.aspx>
Volleyball's Anita Sengara Named 2019-20 Baruch Athletics Female Athlete of the Year<https://athletics.baruch.cuny.edu/news/2020/5/8/womens-volleyball-volleyballs-anita-sengara-is-named-2019-20-baruch-athletics-female-athlete-of-the-year.aspx>
Volleyball's Steven Lopez and Basketball's Sameera Ahmed Win Burt Beagle Loyalty Awards<https://athletics.baruch.cuny.edu/news/2020/5/11/mens-volleyball-test.aspx>
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