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Hunter College President Nancy Cantor and Senator Chuck Schumer (@schumer.senate.gov) at the U.S. Capitol following a meeting focused on securing federal support for high-impact projects at Hunter and throughout CUNY.

Register today for @cuny.edu Graduate School Week on March 16-20! Through a week of virtual events, students will have the opportunity to connect with admissions representatives and faculty, learn about CUNY graduate schools, and more! cuny.edu/gradweek

‘I love you twenty-sixty times’: how lyrics written by a three-year-old became tear-inducing viral hits When Stephen Spencer began setting his daughter’s surreal stories to music, he had 36 followers. Now his banging pop miniatures have been streamed nearly 30m times – and are making parents cry

@huntercollege.bsky.social Professor Stephen Spencer became an internet sensation by putting his 3-year-old’s stories to music.

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UPDATE: Hunter will resume normal in-person instruction and campus operations on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Students should attend classes as scheduled. Employees should report to work as usual. www.hunter.cuny.edu/news/winter-...

UPDATE: Due to inclement weather, Hunter College will move to remote instruction and remote operations on Monday, February 23, and Tuesday, February 24. Students should expect to hear directly from their professors with details on how to attend classes remotely. www.hunter.cuny.edu/news/winter-...

ALERT: Due to inclement weather, Hunter will move to remote instruction & remote operations on Sunday, February 22, & Monday, February 23. Students should expect to hear directly from their professors with details on how to attend classes remotely. www.hunter.cuny.edu/news/winter-...

RFK Jr. says he is 'ending the war on protein.' Experts say it doesn't exist. The new dietary guidelines prioritize protein and whole milk, but experts say the 'war on protein' RFK Jr. has talked about doesn't match reality.

Dr. Mark Chatarpal, director of our NYC Food Policy Center, comments on RFK Jr.'s promise to "end the war on protein" and explains why this message resonates with many Americans, despite being disproven. More in @usatoday.com: www.usatoday.com/story/life/h...

‘I love you twenty-sixty times’: how lyrics written by a three-year-old became tear-inducing viral hits When Stephen Spencer began setting his daughter’s surreal stories to music, he had 36 followers. Now his banging pop miniatures have been streamed nearly 30m times – and are making parents cry

The wholesome content we ABSOLUTELY needed — Hunter College composition and music theory professor Stephen Spencer has captured the internet's ears and hearts by turning his 3-year-old's cute & whimsical stories into mini musical masterpieces. Read more: www.theguardian.com/music/2026/f...

Experiential learning in action! Our Hunter College Silberman School of Social Work students recently traveled to Albany for #CapitolActionDay to advocate on key social work & public policy issues alongside fellow CUNY students & community organizers.

Manhattan Has Its Own Historian

Can’t think of a better person for the job — congratulations to Harold Holzer, the Jonathan Fanton Director of Roosevelt House at Hunter College and the nation’s leading Lincoln historian, on being appointed Manhattan Borough Historian! More in @nytimes.com: www.nytimes.com/2026/02/13/n...

Wishing everyone a safe & tranquil month of reflection during Ramadan! #RamadanMubarak

There will be no classes scheduled on Tuesday, February 17, in observance of the Lunar New Year. Good luck, good health, and happiness to all as we welcome in the Year of the Horse!

A big hand for the president: The right hand tells the tale of the man In between global and domestic crises, and despite intense coverage of everything from his ICE deployments to his Greenland envy, President Trump still manages to stir frequent speculation about hi…

Interesting op-ed by Roosevelt House Public Policy Director and Lincoln historian Harold Holzer explores how Trump isn’t the only president to face scrutiny over his hands — and his health. Read more in @nydailynews.com: www.nydailynews.com/2026/02/08/a...

Hundreds of Struggling Artists Gathered at We the People. Can We Feel Hope Under Mamdani? | The Brooklyn Rail Witnessing how much New York City has changed for artists brings an angering sadness. Heavens: Mars Bar is a TD Bank. Tompkins Square Park is filled with wealthy young people in blandly-hued sportswea...

“Let’s continue to give the mic to homes like Hunter College and Danspace Project,” writes Sarah Graalman for The Brooklyn Rail on Hunter’s We the People: An Assembly of New York Artists on Jan. 26 where over 200 people gathered to share ideas. brooklynrail.org/2026/02/thea...

Hunter will be closed on Thursday, February 12, for Lincoln’s Birthday, and on Monday, February 16, for Presidents’ Day.

SKY BRIDGE UPDATE — ALL SKY BRIDGES OPEN | Hunter College

UPDATE: NORTH–WEST SKY BRIDGE NOW OPEN

As of 7 pm on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the sky bridge connecting the North and West building of the 68th Street campus is open.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience and cooperation.

www.hunter.cuny.edu/news/68th-st...

The Exacting, Ephemeral Art of Ice Carving

Beautiful @nytimes.com spotlight on 2005 MFA alumnus Shintaro Okamoto, exploring his process, inspiration, and path to becoming a luxury ice sculptor and artist. 🧊✨ Read more: www.nytimes.com/2026/01/22/a...

SKY BRIDGE UPDATE — CAMPUS OPEN | Hunter College

UPDATE: ALL CAMPUSES ARE OPEN; NORTH–WEST SKY BRIDGE TEMPORARILY OUT OF SERVICE

Hunter College is open on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Classes and campus operations are proceeding at the 68th Street campus. www.hunter.cuny.edu/news/68th-st...

The campus remains open and classes continue to be held as scheduled. Please monitor Hunter email and the Hunter website for updates.

UPDATE: Bridge between East and West Buildings open. Due to a water pipe burst, the third-floor bridge between West and North Buildings is temporarily out of service. Emergency service personnel are on site. Please use alternate routes between these buildings.

UPDATE: BRIDGE BETWEEN EAST & WEST BUILDINGS OPEN; BRIDGE BETWEEN NORTH & WEST BUILDINGS REMAINS CLOSED.

NOTICE: Due to a water pipe burst, the third-floor bridge between the East, West, and North Buildings is currently closed. Emergency service personnel are on site. Please use alternate routes between these buildings.

Thank you for your patience as we address this situation.

Delivery Workers Are the Safest Cyclists On the Road, Study Finds - Streetsblog New York City A new study from sociology researchers at Hunter College embraces e-bikes.

A new study on micromobility in NYC by Hunter College sociology researchers reveals that delivery workers are the SAFEST cyclists on the road. 🚴🗽 Read more in StreetsBlog NYC: nyc.streetsblog.org/2026/01/29/d...

Congratulations to our 3 STS Regeneron Semi-Finalists! Congrats to HCHS's THREE STS Regeneron Semi-Finalists!  Their projects are among the top 300 nationwide to be recognized. 

WOW, three HCHS science students have been selected among the top 300 of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious High School competition: @society4science.bsky.social Regeneron Science Talent Search. Congratulations to Kaya, Sid, and Natalie! #HunterPride www.hunterschools.org/news-detail?...

People gather around a long table to talk about teaching.

Marcia presents a summary of HCAP's pedagogical model and the fellowships.

Presentation of HCAP and reflections following the fellowships.

We had a blast with HCAP last week! Fellows presented their pedagogies that prioritize inclusion and belonging. Thank you to all who joined us! We're excited to do a teaching scholarship circle w/the HCAP workbook! Coming soon--stay tuned! @huntercollege.bsky.social

This #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re celebrating Black history, culture, and leadership, and continuing our commitment to learning, equity, and justice. #BHM2026

Mark your calendars and join us at Roosevelt House on Thursday, February 26, for a special #BlackHistoryMonth conversation with CNN anchor Abby D. Phillip about her new book, "A Dream Deferred: Jesse Jackson and the Fight for Black Political Power." #BHM2026 www.hunter.cuny.edu/event/black-...

Hunter Pride in Las Vegas! 🏆 Congrats to Harmony McGivney, Box Office Manager at the Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College, for winning the 2026 INTIX Spirit Award! Harmony was recognized for her leadership and dedication to the global ticketing community. Well deserved! 💜 #HunterCollege #INTIX2026

Snowstorms and weather don’t stop this team! ❄️ 🌧️💪 Huge shoutout to everyone at Hunter College — specifically our Facilities, ICIT, and Public Safety crews — for holding down the fort and working hard through last weekend's snowstorm. We appreciate you!