With warm weather here to stay, it’s no secret that the vibrant energy of summertime has captivated NYC, from the five boroughs to our community on 120th Street. As we continue our transformative work on campus, here's just a small glimpse of what we've been up to this season.
Teaching & Learning
Inside the BERC Summer Conference
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(Photo: Kareem Thompson Photography)
(Photo: Kareem Thompson Photography)
(Photo: Kareem Thompson Photography)
(Photo: Kareem Thompson Photography)
(Photo: Kareem Thompson Photography)
(Photo: Kareem Thompson Photography)
(Photo: Kareem Thompson Photography)
This summer New York celebrated one year of the landmark curriculum, "Black Studies as the Study of the World,” during the second annual BERC Summer Conference for professional development. Hosted at Teachers College, the conference aimed to deepen participants' understanding of African and African American-centered teaching approaches and their connection to culturally relevant and sustaining educational practices. "Our goal is to build a foundational understanding of these imperative approaches," shared Sonya Douglass, Professor of Educational Leadership.
Exploring the Hispanic Federation Summit
The Hispanic Education Summit's main panel featured numerous voices from the Latinidad Studies Curriculum Initiative. Pictured from left to right: Jessica Guzmán Mejía, Senior Vice President for Strategy and Impact at the Hispanic Federation; Ezekiel Dixon-Román, Director of TC’s Gordon Institute; Perla Rodríguez, Senior Director for Education Programs at the Hispanic Federation; panel moderator Damaris Díaz, news anchor and reporter at Univision; Jessica Guzmán Mejía, Senior Vice President for Strategy and Impact at the Hispanic Federation; and Tom Liam Lynch (Ed.D. ’11), Vice President of Education, United Way of New York City. (Photo courtesy of the Hispanic Federation)
Earlier this summer, over 300 participants gathered for the Hispanic Education Summit, where they explored the rich tapestry of Latinidad history and culture through the Latinidad Curriculum Initiative. This ongoing project is a collaborative effort spearheaded by TC's Edmund W. Gordon Institute for Advanced Study, in partnership with the United Way of New York City (UWNYC) and the Hispanic Federation. Attendees gained insights into the curriculum, which highlights the diversity of Latinidad cultures and seamlessly integrates with core classroom subjects for more accessible implementation.
At the College
Recognizing Employee Milestones
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Teachers College celebrated employees who have reached milestone TC anniversaries this year during the College’s annual Long-term Employee Recognition Ceremony.
Celebrating Pride with TC’s Big Queer Photo
On June 26, over 50 staff, faculty, and students gathered for Teachers College’s inaugural Big Queer Photo to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month. TC Community members came together to take an annual photo which serves as a symbolic display of TC’s support for the LGBTQ+ community.
Inside TC's Macy Art Gallery
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(Photo: Chris Taggart)
(Photo: Chris Taggart)
(Photo: Chris Taggart)
Highlighting artwork across the TC community, the Macy Art Gallery unveiled their most recent exhibit, “Accidents,” a juried exhibition featuring mixed media works by Art & Art Education program alumni that explore “spontaneous, unanticipated accidents” and the results and possible responses of unintentional or unexpected moments.” This year’s juror is artist and educator Joy Moser.
Summer Fun with GSLD
(Photo courtesy of TC's Office of Graduate Life & Student Development)
Students gathered at TC and headed to Fifth Avenue for The Museum Mile. Hosted by TC's Office of Graduate Life & Student Development, the event offered an opportunity to explore iconic museums and soak up summertime sun with friends and family.
Alumni Events
Kicking Off TC’s Alumni Silver Roundtable
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(Photo: Chris Taggart)
(Photo: Chris Taggart)
(Photo: Chris Taggart)
(Photo: Chris Taggart)
(Photo: Chris Taggart)
(Photo: Chris Taggart)
(Photo: Chris Taggart)
(Photo: Chris Taggart)
The College kicked off TC’s first Silver Roundtable this summer, a new group for alumni in or approaching retirement. The day featured a luncheon with President Bailey, along with several guest speakers, and offered community building and insights on staying active, retirement finances and art scholarship.
Visiting the Shirley Chisholm Exhibit
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TC alumni joined KerryAnn O’Meara, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Provost, and Dean of the College, for a private tour of the Shirley Chisholm Exhibit at the The Museum of the City of New York, which celebrated the life and legacy of the TC alumna (M.A. ’51) and all were invited for a reception afterwards.