· Katie Uva, an Adjunct Lecturer in the Weissman School, teaches City history to millions of New Yorkers and tourists via LinkNYC kiosks: Fun fact spoiler alert: Manhattan is the birthplace of the Oreo cookie.

The grit, drive, and spirit of Baruch’s student-athletes, both on the court and in life, scored the front page of the New York Times in an article about Baruch’s men’s volleyball team.
Eleven Baruch students are Albany-bound to participate in the New York State Senate and Assembly Internship Programs. It’s the eleventh consecutive year that Baruch students have participated in these selective programs.

February Is Black History Month

The College-wide Black History Month Committee has planned an extensive schedule of events, including conversations, film screenings, walking tours, and a Black culture pop trivia night. Attend the opening ceremony, Thursday, Feb. 2, from 12:30 to 2:30 pm, on the second floor of the Newman Vertical Campus, and follow the month’s celebration on Instagram @BHM_Baruch.

Campus Announcements

President S. David Wu reached out to the Baruch community to express sympathy and solidarity at the violence and death that disproportionately affect communities of color across the United States.
Read the Strategic Planning January Update and RSVP for the Town Hall on Monday, Feb. 27.
Baruch’s Campus Facilities and Operations team reminds the community to ensure that all windows are completely closed and the heat is turned on when you leave the building at the end of the day. These precautions protect College buildings from winter weather.
Zoom users can now change their meeting security settings. Learn how in this BCTC message.

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Join the Conversation

Immerse yourself in the vibrancy of Latinx culture in “The Latino Rise,” a special report from Dollars & Sense, the awarding-winning online student magazine.

Follow Baruch College on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook

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Resources For You

Follow BaruchOne for Resources and Guidance

For student-centered announcements and other help, follow the College’s BaruchOne social media resource accounts on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Academic Momentum

To graduate on time and, in some cases, retain financial aid, most full-time students should plan to take at least 30 credits per academic year. Chart your course to on-time graduation.

FAFSA Resources and News

FAFSA: The Guide: Understanding FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Save time, money, and stress.
2023–24 FAFSA Available: File the 2023–24 FAFSA for the Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 terms. Obtain or retrieve your Federal Student Aid ID to sign electronically. If you are a dependent, one parent will need an ID to sign too. Baruch’s Federal Code is 007273. The NYS TAP (NY residents only) code is 1409.

Register for the Spring 2023 Virtual Undergraduate Job and Internship Fair

The virtual fair is open to all current undergraduates interested in obtaining internships and entry-level positions within all industries. Online via Starr Search Handshake on Friday, Feb. 10, 12 noon to 4 pm.

DEI Fridays Return

DEI Fridays aim to provide a space for reflection and dialog and to nurture a sense of belonging. No registration needed to join the Spring DEI Fridays Kick-Off In-Person Gathering tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 1, Newman Vertical Campus Room 14-270, 4–6 pm. View the calendar and register for Spring 2023 sessions.

Nominate a Faculty Member for a Presidential Excellence Award

The Presidential Excellence Awards Committees seek nominations for the Presidential Excellence Awards for Distinguished Scholarship, Distinguished Teaching, and Distinguished Service. Deadline: Friday, Feb. 10.

Compete for a Chance to Win $1 Million: The Hult Prize Competition

The Hult Prize Competition—sometimes called the Nobel Prize for Students—challenges young people to solve the planet's most pressing issues. The Challenge for 2023 is to launch an innovative social venture in the clothing and fashion industry to make it more sustainable. Applications due: Tuesday, Feb. 21. Learn more.

Support from the Counseling Center

The Baruch College Counseling Center offers free and confidential services. Through culturally responsive and trauma-informed counseling and psychological services, the Counseling Center assists students in achieving their academic and personal goals.

Individual Counseling: Please visit the Counseling Center’s website and click on the “Make an Appointment” button or email [log in to unmask].
Group Counseling: Two sessions of Relationship to Self and Others meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1–2 pm on Zoom. To participate on Tuesday, email [log in to unmask]; to participate on Thursday, email [log in to unmask].
Black Mental Health Matters Support Sessions foster and support the growth, networking, collaboration, success, and well-being of Black students. Fridays, 2–3 pm via Zoom. To participate, email [log in to unmask] from your Baruch student email account.

Crisis Text Line: Connect with Counselors 24/7

The Crisis Text Line offers immediate access to free, confidential counseling 24/7 via text.

Baruch College Student Health Care Center

The Student Health Care Center provides a full range of clinical health services. Call 646-312-2040 or email [log in to unmask] for questions or an appointment.

Covid 19-Information

Please review CUNY’s Covid-19 Information page for guidance on uploading proof of vaccination, important policies, and more.

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Things To Do

Today, Jan. 31

Mishkin Gallery: Inesa Brašiškė on Andy Warhol and Jonas Mekas

Economic Development and Environmental Degradation: Local and Global Perspectives

Wednesday, Feb. 1

Spring 2023 DEI Fridays Kick-Off

Thursday, Feb. 2

Black History Month Opening Ceremony

Battle of Lexington: Women’s and Men’s Basketball Double Header Against Hunter College