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Welcome to our story hub—a place where every voice, experience, and perspective comes together. Here, you’ll find all the stories we’ve shared across the site, from inspiring journeys and insightful interviews to behind-the-scenes moments and community highlights. Whether you’re looking to catch up, explore something new, or simply get inspired, this is your gateway to everything we’ve been talking about.

  • SLU seeks an Assistant Professor in Labor Studies

    Assistant Professor in Labor Studies Job ID:  25008 Location: Sch. of Labor & Urban Studies Full/Part Time:  Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT The CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies (SLU) offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in Labor Studies and Urban Studies that are designed to meet the needs of working adults as well as…

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  • Advanced Certificate Student Pursues Ph.D.

    What’s next for Advanced Certificate graduate Samantha Norris? Pursuing a Ph.D. in Social Welfare from The CUNY Graduate School Center Samantha Norris believes in the power of collective spaces to dismantle oppressive structures. She is currently pursuing a graduate certificate at the CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies. A Chicago native, she received her…

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  • 2022 Commencement

    VALEDICTORIAN INDEEVARI KUMARASINGHE Indeevari Kumarasinghe, B.A. Urban & Community Studies, is a Principal Administrative Associate II at New York City HRA, Office of Quality Assurance & Fiscal Integrity. During her 12 year career with the City of New York, she has also served as an Eligibility Specialist at Medical Insurance and Community Service Administration. She…

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  • The Department of Employee Resources seeks a full time Labor Relations Specialist

    Labor Relations Specialist The Department of Employee Resources is seeking a full time Labor Relations Specialist.  The County of Morris has 18 public sector collective bargaining units, comprised of both law enforcement and civilian units. The successful candidate will be a responsive and service-oriented professional who provides exceptional expertise in the field of labor relations.…

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