Campus News
Medgar made history — and the campus showed out in celebration
By Nick Masuda | nicholas.masuda31@mec.cuny.edu This is what #MedgarMade history looks like. On April 3, 2024, we brought the statewide party tour…
Broadway’s Ty Stephens to headline Medgar Evers College Jazz Dinner
By David Gil de Rubio | dgilderubio@mec.cuny.edu “To thine own self be true.” Originally written by William Shakespeare, this is the singular…
What does it mean to be Medgar Made? Here’s a glimpse . . .
Sometimes, it’s important to take a step back so that you can see how much you’ve moved forward. The incredible work…
Black Power movement scholar to be honored at 17th Annual National Black Writers Conference
By David Gil de Rubio | dgilderubio@mec.cuny.edu When Dr. Peniel Joseph appears at the 17th Annual National Black Writers Conference that runs through…
Medgar Evers College hosting 17th Annual Social Work Conference
Editor’s note: This story is written by Sheray Goday, a junior and social work major at Medgar Evers College, as well as…
Forever the firsts: Medgar Evers College indoor track teams honored at New York State Capitol
By Nick Masuda | nicholas.masuda31@mec.cuny.edu ALBANY — In the storied halls of the New York State Capitol, the names of a new…
Keeping Black stories alive: Medgar Evers College professor to dish on new book at Women’s History event
By David Gil de Rubio | dgilderubio@mec.cuny.edu Historical fiction has always held a special place for author Donna Hill, whose latest novel,…
Nobel Peace Laureate and activist bringing message of peace to Medgar Evers College
By David Gil de Rubio | dgilderubio@mec.cuny.edu For Leymah Roberta Gbowee, the current global atmosphere of conflict and divisiveness are socio-political climates…
Go ahead and be a BADDIE — it’ll be good for your career
Editor’s note: The following is written by junior Eternity Council, who helped found a professional development series on campus — and wants…
Writer who chronicled Tupac coming to Medgar Evers College for National Black Writers Conference
By David Gil de Rubio | dgilderubio@mec.cuny.edu Literature and reading have served author/activist Kevin Powell well throughout his 57 years. The…