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Baruch College students met with Assemblyman Steven Raga (MPA, '16) in Albany

Undergraduate Student Delegation Attends Annual Albany Caucus

More than a dozen members of the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) brought their Bearcat spirit to Albany earlier this month for the 52nd Annual Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislators Conference. They met with legislators, shared their Baruch experiences, and advocated for additional funding. Pictured above (center) with USG reps is Assemblyman Steven Raga (MPA ’16), the first Filipino American elected to the NYS Assembly.

Mental Health Awareness Week

“Caring for Self and Others” is the theme of Baruch’s second annual Mental Health Awareness Week, which runs from March 6–10 and features a mix of virtual and in-person events for students, faculty, and staff. Learn how to manage stress, recognize warning signs in yourself and others, and more.

Alumni Accolades

Gen Z, the largest and most diverse American generation ever, has vast potential political clout. That’s why Kim Sillen (MPA ’20) co-founded The Largest Generation: A Youth Voter Advocacy Project. Learn more about her artistic approach to government projects and political activism.
Lisa Radcliffe (MBA ‘17), founder and CEO of PunkinFutz, a company that makes toys and accessories for children with adaptive needs, was recently named an influential leader by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

News and Announcements

In the devastating aftermath of the Turkey-Syria earthquakes, CUNY has compiled a list of organizations it recommends donating to. Please consider contributing if you are able.
The Offices of Campus Facilities and Operations; Diversity, Compliance, and Equity Initiatives; and Public Safety shared an update on the single-occupancy, all-gender restroom initiative.
Join the conversation at President S. David Wu’s new blog post, “When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get Going.”

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Join the Conversation

Where in the world are Baruch Bearcats? The recent Study Abroad Fair showcased for students how global learning can be part of their college experience.

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

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Resources For You

DEI Fridays

DEI Fridays provide a space for reflection and dialog and aim to nurture a sense of belonging. View the calendar and register for Spring 2023 sessions.

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).
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.

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.

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Things To Do

Tuesday, Feb. 28

Live Screening and Discussion: Fighting for Respect

Robert C. Weaver Black Alumni Network Presents: How the Civil Rights Movement Influenced U.S. Immigration Policy

Monday, March 6

Mental Health Awareness Week: Mindful Monday Reset

Mental Health Awareness Week: Yin Yoga Practice to Release Emotional and Physical Blockages

Tuesday, March 7

4th Annual Baruch College–ICSC Joint Conference: Retail Reignited: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities

Mental Health Awareness Week: Depression Screening

Mental Health Awareness Week: Body Positivity Celebration