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SUMMARY:Cinco de Mayo
DESCRIPTION:Cinco de Mayo is an annual celebration held on May 5 to celebrate Mexico’s victory over the Second French Empire. \nReligious/Ethnic Group: Mexican \nTradition/Practices:  Cinco de Mayo celebrations in the U.S. typically involve parades\, mariachi music\, folk dancing\, and enjoying traditional Mexican food and drinks. It’s a day to celebrate Mexican culture and heritage.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/cinco-de-mayo/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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SUMMARY:Buddhas Birthday
DESCRIPTION:A significant Buddhist holiday celebrating the birth of Siddhartha Gautama\, the Buddha. \nReligious/Ethnic Group: Buddhist \nTradition/Practices: Buddha’s Birthday is celebrated in various ways across different Buddhist cultures. Common traditions include visiting temples\, making offerings\, and performing rituals like bathing the Buddha. Lantern festivals\, parades\, and communal meals are also common.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/buddhas-birthday/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T100000
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SUMMARY:Voices of Change Youth Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\n📅 Date: May 3\, 2025\n⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m. (Breakfast served at 9:00 a.m..)\n📍 Location: Medgar Evers College\, 1638 Bedford Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY 11225 \n\nThe Voices of Change Youth Leadership Conference\, hosted by The Campaign Against Hunger\, is dedicated to empowering young voices\, fostering critical conversations\, and inspiring meaningful change in our communities. \nPlease join us in sharing the conference with all your youth and ensuring it provides a powerful platform for youth (ages 12–24) to share their perspectives and engage with changemakers. \nSpecial Highlights:\n🎁 Gate prizes\, including brand-new laptops and gift cards\n🍽️ Breakfast and lunch are provided for all attendees\n👥 Youth and partner registration link: https://www.tcahnyc.org/yep/ \nApplications for Medgar Programs will be waived! 
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/voices-of-change-youth-leadership-conference/
LOCATION:Edison O. Jackson Auditorium\, 1638 Bedford Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11225\, United States
CATEGORIES:Transition Academy
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SUMMARY:Last Day of Ridvan
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URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/last-day-of-ridvan/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T173000
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SUMMARY:Creating a Culture of Leadership from the Ground Up with Dr. Malik Yoba
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, May 1\, 2025 \nTime: 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. \nLocation: The Edison O. Jackson Auditorium \nAddress: 1638 Bedford Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY.  \nThis event will feature Dr. Malik Yoba\, founder and C.E.O. of Yoba Development\, and Ms. Dena Yoba\, the President of the Yoba Foundation\, who will exemplify their experiences in the entrepreneurial field. The Yoba Development is having an exclusive activation at the Brooklyn Navy Yard\, a week after our event at Medgar Evers College\, and this is a unique opportunity for the students in your classes to attend this event.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/creating-a-culture-of-leadership-from-the-ground-up-with-dr-malik-yoba/
LOCATION:Edison O. Jackson Auditorium\, 1638 Bedford Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11225\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Male Initiative
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T130000
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SUMMARY:The Huddle Podcast: Immigration & Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:The Offices of Counseling & Psychological\, Health Services\, Male Development & Empowerment Center (MDEC) and TRIO are hosting a podcast titled “The Huddle: Immigration and Mental Health”.  This is a discussion about immigration and how the current policies surrounding immigration affects the mental and physical health of our students.  On the panel we have Dr. Jesse Kane\, SVP of Student Success and Enrollment Management\, Mr. Pervis Taylor III\, a Mental Wellness Practitioner\, life coach and author and student James Viafara.  Please encourage your student to attend and listen to members of our campus community.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/the-huddle-podcast-immigration-mental-health/
LOCATION:Edison O. Jackson Auditorium\, 1638 Bedford Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11225\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTSTAMP:20260523T104430
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SUMMARY:Beltane
DESCRIPTION:Beltane\, also known as May Day\, is celebrated on May 1st\, marking the halfway point between the spring equinox and summer solstice. \nReligious/Ethnic Group: Pagan and Wiccan \nTradition/Practices:  Beltane is celebrated through various rituals and festivities that emphasize fertility\, spring\, and the returning light of summer.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/beltane/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T183000
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SUMMARY:Medgar Wiley Evers Leadership Lecture Series: Dr. Daniel Black
DESCRIPTION:At 5:15 p.m. on Wednesday\, April 30 in the EOJ Auditorium\, Dr. Daniel Black\, a professor of African American Studies at Clark Atlanta University\, will help us conclude our uber-popular Medgar Wiley Evers Leadership Lecture Series. \nA bit more about Dr. Black: \nDr. Black is a nationally renowned\, award-winning novelist. His works are inspired by African American life\, history\, and heritage in the South and encompass themes of race\, religion\, and sexuality. Daniel Black was born on November 28\, 1965\, in Kansas City\, Kansas\, but grew up in Arkansas. \nAmong his literary works are They Tell Me of a Home (2005)\, The Sacred Place (2007)\, Perfect Peace (2010)\, Twelve Gates to the City (2011)\, The Coming (2015)\, and Listen to the Lambs (2016) — all published by St. Martin’s Press. Black has been nominated for the Townsend Literary Prize\, the Ernest J. Gaines Award\, the Ferro-Grumley Literary Prize\, the Lambda Literary Award\, and the Georgia Author of the Year Prize; in addition\, he was awarded the Writer’s Award from the Middle-Atlantic Writers Association. \nOne of Dr. Black’s most noted works is Perfect Peace. \nDr. Black’s The Coming\, which was released in 2015\, is a first-person account of the trauma and triumph of Africans on a slave ship in the sixteenth century. \nCome out to meet Dr. Black on Wednesday!
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/medgar-wiley-evers-leadership-lecture-series-dr-daniel-black/
LOCATION:Edison O. Jackson Auditorium\, 1638 Bedford Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11225\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T160000
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SUMMARY:2025 Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Medgar Evers College Career Management Services will be hosting its annual Career Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday\, April 30 in the AB1 Dining Hall. \nCome meet with companies that are looking to hire students just like you! \nIf you can\, please register here so that we can give our partners an understanding of how many students will be in attendance. \nWho knows\, you might walk away with your dream job — or connection!
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/2025-career-fair/
LOCATION:AB1 Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T200000
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SUMMARY:Owning A Home in NYC Workshop
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URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/owning-a-home-in-nyc-workshop/
LOCATION:Mary Pinkett Lecture Hall (S-122)
CATEGORIES:Dubois-Bunche Center
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T140000
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Extravaganza at Medgar Evers College
DESCRIPTION:Join Medgar Evers College Transition Academy and the Chemistry and Environmental Science Department from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday\, April 29 for Earth Day Extravaganza! \nCome re-connect with nature this Earth Day. \nLearn about your neighborhood horticultural organizations and explore ways to help our planet thrive. \nEarn prizes with your participation! \nThis event is FREE and open to all.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/earth-day-extravaganza-at-medgar-evers-college/
LOCATION:AB1 and Bedford buildings
CATEGORIES:Transition Academy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T203000
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SUMMARY:The Voices Play
DESCRIPTION:The NAACP Medgar Evers College Chapter and the Student Government Association cordially invite you to The Voices Play\, a theatrical performance in honor of the African Diaspora as a part of the Thrivent Youth Advisory Council Action Teams Projects. \nThe Voices play was developed to amplify the unheard stories of endurance from African men and women documented in the book by the same name. The stories are autobiographical\, and the speeches from the play are direct interpretations of the narratives from real men and women during the Middle Passage. This play seeks to enshrine the endurance of the African diaspora and to educate youth on the importance of carrying this legacy of fortitude forward. \nThis play is based on an autobiographical book of the same name by Mr. Eugene Pursoo\, a former United Nations Ambassador for Grenada and currently serving in the Caribbean Research Center.  \n We extend a cordial invitation for students\, families\, and the community at large to witness this play free of charge. \nDate: Friday\, April 25\, 2025 \nTime: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. EST \nLocation: The Medgar Evers College Founders Auditorium \nAddress: 1650 Bedford Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11225
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/the-voices-play/
LOCATION:Founders Auditorium\, 1650 Bedford Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11225\, United States
CATEGORIES:NAACP chapter at Medgar Evers College,Student Government Association
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T160000
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SUMMARY:Black Brooklyn Empowerment Summit II
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a powerful two-day summit as we unite to strengthen Black Brooklyn! This event will bring together leaders\, activists\, and community members to address critical issues such as economic empowerment\, education\, housing\, healthcare\, criminal justice reform\, and more. As we build upon the legacy of the 2006 Black Brooklyn Empowerment Convention\, we reaffirm our commitment to sustainable solutions that advance justice\, equity\, and progress for Black Brooklynites to the next level.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/black-brooklyn-empowerment-summit-ii/
LOCATION:Edison O. Jackson Auditorium\, 1638 Bedford Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11225\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dubois-Bunche Center
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CREATED:20250410T192625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T193125Z
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SUMMARY:Avoiding Deed Theft Workshop
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URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/avoiding-deed-theft-workshop/
LOCATION:Mary Pinkett Lecture Hall (S-122)
CATEGORIES:Dubois-Bunche Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T104430
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SUMMARY:Going for Gold is Celebrating National Minority Health Month  
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Rock Your Health – Live Your Best Healthy Life\nDate: April 22\, 2025\nLocation: EOJ Auditorium\, AB1 Dining Hall\nTime: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.\n\nStep into a vibrant atmosphere dedicated to health and wellness at our upcoming event! Explore a variety of community health organizations that will be on hand to share invaluable information about clinical trials\, health screenings\, and mental health resources.\n\nEngage with experts during an enlightening panel discussion featuring esteemed medical professionals who will share their insights and experiences. Additionally\, join dynamic student-led conversations that will delve into practical strategies for achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect with others passionate about health and to empower yourself with the knowledge that can help you live your best\, healthiest life!
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/going-for-gold-is-celebrating-national-minority-health-month/
LOCATION:AB1 Dining Hall
CATEGORIES:Rock Your Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T104430
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UID:72349-1745256600-1745265600@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Climate Change Conference
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Patricia Ramsey\nMedgar Evers College President\, Dr. Patricia Ramsey\, will be the keynote speaker at the Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Climate Change Conference on Monday\, April 21 at 5:30 p.m. \nThe event will take place at Columbia University\, at the new Manhattanville Campus located at the corner of  West 125th Street and Broadway. \nThe theme of this year’s conference will be the “Short and Long Term Impacts of Climate Change on Urban Health.”
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/greater-harlem-chamber-of-commerces-2025-climate-change-conference/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250422
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UID:72654-1745193600-1745279999@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:First Day of Ridvan
DESCRIPTION:Ridvan is the name of the most sacred Bahai festival. A 12- day period commemorating Baha’u’llah’s stay in the Garden of Ridvan outside Baghdad where he declared his station as the Manifestation of God. \nReligious/Ethnic Group: Bahai \nTradition/Practices: On the first\, ninth\, and twelfth days\, which are Bahá’í Holy Days\, work is prohibited. Currently\, the three holy days are usually observed with a community gathering where prayers are shared\, followed by a celebration. \nDates: April 21 – May 2
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/first-day-of-ridvan/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTSTAMP:20260523T104430
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SUMMARY:Easter
DESCRIPTION:Easter is a Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ three days after his crucifixion\, marking the joyful end to the Lenten season of fasting and penitence. \nReligious/Ethnic Group: Christian \nTradition/Practices: Easter is celebrated with a mix of religious observances and secular traditions\, including church services\, family gatherings\, decorating Easter eggs\, and Easter egg hunts\, often culminating in a special Easter meal.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/easter/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTSTAMP:20260523T104430
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SUMMARY:Last Day of Passover
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URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/last-day-of-passover-2/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTSTAMP:20260523T104430
CREATED:20250407T191314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T191314Z
UID:72650-1745020800-1745107199@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Holy Saturday
DESCRIPTION:The day commemorates the Harrowing of Hell while Jesus Christ’s body lay in the tomb.  \nReligious/Ethnic Group: Christian \nTradition/Practices: Holy Saturday\, the day between Good Friday and Easter Sunday\, is a time of quiet reflection and waiting\, marked by the Easter Vigil service\, which marks the beginning of Easter celebrations\, often including the lighting of the Paschal candle and the proclamation of the Resurrection narrative.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/holy-saturday/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTSTAMP:20260523T104430
CREATED:20250407T191144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T191144Z
UID:72648-1744934400-1745020799@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Good Friday
DESCRIPTION:Good Friday is a Christian holy day commemorating the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ\, observed on the Friday before Easter Sunday\, and is a day of solemn reflection and mourning. \nReligious/Ethnic Group: Christian \nTradition/Practices: Good Friday is observed with solemn reflection and remembrance of Jesus’ crucifixion\, often through church services\, fasting\, and the Stations of the Cross\, with traditions varying across Christian denominations.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/good-friday/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250418
DTSTAMP:20260523T104430
CREATED:20250407T191031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T191031Z
UID:72646-1744848000-1744934399@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Holy Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Holy Thursday\, also known as Maundy Thursday\, commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his apostles\, where he instituted the Eucharist and gave the “new commandment” to love one another. \nReligious/Ethnic Group: Christian \nTradition/Practices: Holy Thursday\, commemorating the Last Supper\, is celebrated with a special Mass\, the “Mass of the Lord’s Supper\,” which reenacts the Last Supper and the institution of the Eucharist and priesthood\, often  including foot washing and a procession to an “Altar of Repose”.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/holy-thursday/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T104430
CREATED:20250410T192422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T193219Z
UID:72729-1744740000-1744747200@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:The Affordable Housing Lottery Workshop
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URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/the-affordable-housing-lottery-workshop/
LOCATION:Edison O. Jackson Auditorium\, 1638 Bedford Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11225\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dubois-Bunche Center
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250415
DTSTAMP:20260523T104430
CREATED:20250407T190829Z
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UID:72644-1744588800-1744675199@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Vaisakhi
DESCRIPTION:Vaisakhi commemorates the founding of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699. It marks the beginning of the harvest season and Sikh New Year.  \nReligious/Ethnic Group: Sikh\, Hindu \nTradition/Practices: Vaisakhi\, a harvest festival\, is celebrated with visits to gurdwaras (places of worship)\, parades called Nagar Kirtan\, singing hymns\, sharing free meals (Langar)\, and wearing traditional attire.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/vaisakhi/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250414
DTSTAMP:20260523T104430
CREATED:20250407T190617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T190659Z
UID:72641-1744502400-1744588799@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:Palm Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Palm Sunday\, celebrated by Christians the Sunday before Easter\, commemorates Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem\, where he was greeted by crowds waving palm branches and shouting “Hosanna” \nReligious/Ethnic Group: Christian \nTradition/Practices: In most Christian rites\, Palm Sunday is celebrated by the blessing and distribution of palm branches (or the branches of other\, native trees)\, representing the palm branches that the crowd scattered before Christ as he rode into Jerusalem. These palms are sometimes woven into crosses.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/palm-sunday-2025/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250413
DTSTAMP:20260523T104430
CREATED:20250407T190250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T191734Z
UID:72637-1744416000-1744502399@www.mec.cuny.edu
SUMMARY:First Day of Passover
DESCRIPTION:Passover\, also called Pesach\, is a major Jewish holiday and one of the Three Pilgrimage Festivals. It celebrates the Exodus of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. \nReligious/Ethnic Group: Jewish \nTradition/Practices: The first and second nights of Passover are celebrated with a special family meal called a “Seder”. At the Seder\, the story of Jewish slavery\, struggle for liberation\, and subsequent exodus from Egypt is told\, there are foods of symbolic significance and prayers and traditional recitations are performed. \nDates: April 12 – April 20
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/first-day-of-passover-2025/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T140000
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SUMMARY:Visual Impact: Dress for Success Workshop
DESCRIPTION:📅 Date: Thursday\, April 10\, 2025\n🕒 Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM\n📍 Location: EOJ Auditorium \nThe Student Life and Development Student Leadership Symposium\, in collaboration with the Visual Impact: Dress for Success Workshop\, invites you to elevate your professional presence with expert guidance from Crystal L. Bailey\, Director of The Etiquette Institute of Washington. \nIn this workshop\, you will explore how to make a powerful first impression through your attire\, grooming\, and body language. Crystal will cover essential tips on dressing for success\, from office attire to the nuances of virtual presence. \nWorkshop Topics Include: \n\nProfessional levels of dress: Smart casual\, business casual\, business\, & business formal\nThe impact of attire\, posture\, and body language on first impressions\nDressing for different climates\, clients\, and regions\nAccessories: Shoes\, jewelry\, hats\, watches\, and more\nThe psychology of color\, prints\, and patterns\nCost-effective wardrobe strategies and maintaining quality\nManaging clothing crises and gaffes\nThe evolving professional attire landscape post-pandemic\nThe Zoom dress code and interview vs. working wardrobe distinctions\nUnderstanding trends vs. classics\nGender non-conforming dress\n\n✨ Polish your professional image and dress with confidence for any occasion. Join us to master the art of dressing for success!
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/visual-impact-dress-for-success-workshop/
LOCATION:Edison O. Jackson Auditorium\, 1638 Bedford Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11225\, United States
CATEGORIES:Student Life
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250411
DTSTAMP:20260523T104430
CREATED:20250407T190021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T190021Z
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SUMMARY:Mahavir Jayanti
DESCRIPTION:Mahavira Janma celebrates the birth of Mahavira\, the twenty-fourth and last Tirthankara of present Avasarpiṇi.\nOn the Gregorian calendar\, the festivity occurs either in March or April. \nReligious/Ethnic Group: Jain \nTradition/Practices: It is celebrated with prayers\, processions\, temple visits\, charitable acts\, and a focus on his teachings of nonviolence and compassion.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/mahavir-jayanti/
CATEGORIES:Religous and Ethnic Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T104430
CREATED:20250326T213949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T213949Z
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SUMMARY:Tools for Tenants: Housing Rights for All
DESCRIPTION:  \nMedgar Evers College will host an event focused on housing rights for all on April 9 from 6-8 p.m. in the AB1 Dining Hall at 1638 Bedford Ave. in Brooklyn.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/tools-for-tenants-housing-rights-for-all/
LOCATION:AB1 Dining Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T104430
CREATED:20250326T225102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T142439Z
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SUMMARY:Open House 2025
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for your next destination? Are you considering furthering your education? \nThen Saturday (April 5) at Medgar Evers College might just be the starting point you need\, as we are hosting our Open House for the Fall 2025 semester! \nThrough our plethora of academic programs\, as well as financial aid opportunities\, we believe we can help you find a path with us. \nHere are some logistics about Saturday\, which will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.: \n• The festivities will start in the Founders Auditorium (1650 Bedford Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY 11225). Here’s what the building looks like: \n \n• Make sure you bring a government ID so that our Public Safety team can check you in quickly. \n• You will be able to apply on-site\, so please bring copies of all educational documents such as high school diploma\, GED\, etc. We will make additional copies for you. \nWe greatly appreciate your RSVP and your interest in joining us to see if Medgar Evers College is the right fit for you. \nLastly\, just bring yourself and get a flavor of what it looks like to be a part of Cougar Nation\, where we take care of our students on an individual basis. \nSee you on April 5! \nPlease RSVP here.
URL:https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/open-house-2025/
LOCATION:1650 Bedford Avenue
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