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Happy February, Mountain Lions! 🩷
Well, well, well… look who made it through January. Give yourselves a round of applause! You survived the post-holiday slump, the never-ending winter chill, and the sudden realization that maybe those New Year’s resolutions were a tad too ambitious (it’s okay, the gym will still be there in March).
Now, February is upon us—a month of love, groundhogs, and questioning why it’s the shortest month despite somehow feeling so long (we should honestly just skip to Spring Break—who's with me?). Will Mother Nature (hopefully) doom us with another six weeks of snow? Will you finally work up the courage to stop being nonchalant and talk to your lecture hall crush before Valentine’s Day? Who’s to say! What we do know is that the semester is in full swing, and it’s time to lock in. Yes, young scholar, the syllabus grace period is over, Blackboard/Brightspace is filling up with assignments, and if you haven’t bought your textbooks yet… well, let’s just say, good luck.
But fear not! February isn’t just about academic grind mode. It’s also a month of celebration! Whether you’re spending Valentine’s Day with a significant other, your besties, or just you and a pint of ice cream (no shame), love is in the air. Plus, Lunar New Year, Black History Month, and some long weekends mean plenty of reasons to take a break, recharge, and maybe—just maybe—catch up on that “optional” reading your professor definitely expects you to have done.
So stay warm, stay focused, and most importantly—stay tuned for all the events and happenings we’ve got lined up for you this month (more details below)!
Let’s make February one for the books, Macaulay!
With love,
MSC ;)
We also acknowledge that many community members are going through difficult times and are concerned about student safety. If you ever need a mental break or need some help, don't hesitate to contact Macaulay Wellness and the Student Support Team. Your health comes first!
- Fireside Chat with Dean Bryne! - February 21st (3-4PM)
- Have questions regarding academic, social, or professional opportunities/concerns at Macaulay? Attend the Fireside chat with the one and only Dean Byrne, interim Associate Dean for Student Services and Engagement, Dean Hoover, and senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Provost Meeks.
- Spring 2025 Career Fair - February 28th (10am-2pm)
- Are you currently cooked looking for an internship this semester? Attend the Macaulay Honors College Career Fair! Representatives from top New York City organizations (included at the link above) want to hire Macaulay talent and will be represented at the fair. Macaulay students and alums interested in internships or full-time positions, from any class standing are welcome to attend! Come in professional attire, bring your resume and research the employers. Need help revamping your resume? Visit your home campus career center or Macaulay Career Development. P.S. First 15 students to arrive at the career fair will receive a free gift! 🎁
- Winter Formal - March 8th (7-11:00pm)
- Yes, you heard that correctly — celebrations are in order! Spring Formal will be taking place on March 8th, from 7:00 pm- 11:00 pm. The theme is Old Hollywood 🎞️✨ Tickets will be available online from February 12-March 7! After online tickets close, you can still purchase yours at the door. We're looking forward to seeing everyone there!
- Student Funding
- Opportunities Fund: Attention second-semester sophomores and beyond! The Opportunities Fund is now available! Eligible Macaulay students receive $1,500 (or potentially more) to support study away or abroad, internship service or research work. Funding deadline is February 27th at 5pm.
- Undergraduate Research Travel Fund: The Undergraduate Research Travel Scholarship supports Macaulay students presenting their work at conferences. $750 will be awarded to eight students in order to support their personal and professional goals. Application is through the Opportunity Funds form. The funding deadline is February 27th.
- Macaulay Olympics - March 23rd (11am-4pm)
- Feeling sporty? Join the Macaulay Scholars Council for a Macaulay Olympics sporting event on Sunday, March 23, 2025 from 11:00 AM-4:00 PM at CSI. Students from each campus will be pitted against each other in a friendly competition to see which school has what it takes! Think you can compete? Sign up at the link above!
- Community Service Weekend - March 29-30 (10am-5pm)
- Be kind this spring! 💐 Community Service Weekend is an excellent way to help out communities across the five boroughs. Need community service hours to complete the Macaulay requirement? This is a wonderful opportunity for that too! Feel free to sign up at the link above.
- Mountain Lion Food Pantry
- Wonderful news, Mountain Lions! Macaulay Honors College Dean Dara N. Byrne and CUNY Chancellor Félix V. Matos Rodríguez have unveiled the college’s new Mountain Lion Food Pantry! ⭐️️ CUNY students can access any of the university's campus pantries, regardless of which college they attend. Pantries are open year-round. Macaulay’s pantry is stocked with items to support students and their families, including non-perishable food items, household supplies, health and wellness supplies, and more. 🛒
Now, as always, feel free to contact us via email or on our social media to let us know how we're doing. Nothing makes us happier than hearing from you!
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