Lehman College Welcomes Fresh Faces with Festive BBQ.

(PHOTO: Amber Castillo) Lehman College's Welcome Back BBQ, August 24, 2023

By Litzy Acosta

On Thursday, August 24, 2023, dark clouds loomed all over New York City. However, the excitement of Lehman College's new and returning students was not dampened, even by the threat of rain. They gathered eagerly at the Lehman Quad, where the air was filled with music, laughter, and anticipation for the arrival of incoming freshmen. 

Lehman College gained independence in 1968 and was named after Governor Herbert H. Lehman of New York. Today, the institution welcomes students from around the globe and provides diverse programs to support their academic pursuits. 

For many freshmen, entering college can be an intimidating experience as they step into a completely new environment. To ease this transition, Lehman's Campus Honors and Scholars (CHaSE) Engagement hosted a heartwarming Welcome Back BBQ, just one day before the Fall semester commenced.  The event provided students with an opportunity to participate in games, unleash their creative skills, indulge in outdoor sports, and enjoy delicious Halal cuisine. 

 Audrey, an incoming freshman majoring in biology, shared her thoughts about transitioning from high school to college; "The difference in schedules, like you must take yourself to class. No one's on top of you telling you when and where to be and how to do homework." Adon expresses. "I expect to meet new people from different backgrounds and experiences. But I also expect to continue that challenging mindset of trying to get the most out of everything," she added.

Lehman College takes pride in its student body with representatives from 118 cultures. The college has also earned the distinction of being ranked #1 on Degree Choices for Best Hispanic-Serving Institutions, as indicated on its website.

Fortunately, for students like Audrey, Lehman College's Davis Hall boasts a Research Greenhouse on its rooftop, in partnership with the New York Botanical Garden. This collaboration spans various scientific domains, including biotechnology, plant development, ecology, cell biology, biodiversity, and systematics.

Lehman College offers a variety of programs for students across all departments. These include The Bronx Journal, Geographic Information Science (GIS), Study Abroad, Clinical Practice and Partnerships (CPP), and Early Childhood and Early Childhood Education (ECCE). These opportunities are not limited to biology majors, and new students are encouraged to explore and engage in these offerings.

Lehman College extends its warmest wishes to the incoming students, hoping their time here will be filled with growth, discovery, and success. 

To review the history timeline of Lehman, visit: 

Website: 

https://www.lehman.edu/lehman-legacy/lehman-facts.php

For more information about CHASE, its program, and its benefits please visit: https://linktr.ee/lehmanchase or visit them in Carman Hall Room 188, or the Music Building across from the Faculty Lounge.