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‘What a community feels like’ — Medgar Evers College celebrates dozens of employees for service
By David Gil de Rubio | dgilderubio@mec.cuny.edu Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once noted, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: What…
Requirements for Admission to the MEC BSSW Internship/Field Work Practicum
Field Practicum is the culminating educational experience for the BSSW student. In order to ensure that students are ready to begin their…
Areas of Interest
As you begin planning your academic journey, we encourage you to explore our Areas of Interest. Each area represents a cluster of…
BSSW Course Descriptions
The Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for generalist social work practice….
Mission and Goals
Program Mission The mission of the Social Work Program is to prepare students at the baccalaureate level for entry into social work…
Ascension of Baha’u’llah
The Ascension of Bahá’u’lláh is a holy day in the Bahá’í Faith commemorating the death of Baha’u’llah, the religion’s founder, which occurred…
Lag BaOmer
Lag B’Omer is a joyous Jewish holiday, celebrated on the 33rd day of the Omer, the 49-day period between Passover and Shavuot….
Vesak
A holiday that commemorates the birth, enlightenment and death of Gautama Buddha in Theravada, Tibetan Buddhism, and Navayana. Religious/Ethnic Group: Buddhist Tradition/Practices:…
Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo is an annual celebration held on May 5 to celebrate Mexico’s victory over the Second French Empire. Religious/Ethnic Group:…
Buddhas Birthday
A significant Buddhist holiday celebrating the birth of Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha. Religious/Ethnic Group: Buddhist Tradition/Practices: Buddha’s Birthday is celebrated in various ways…