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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.

  • Creative Arts Night at Murphy, June 12th

    Join the Murphy Institute for our first Creative Arts Night, to be held on the 18th Floor of the Murphy Institute, located at 24 W. 43rd St., on June 12th from 6-8pm. Hosted by Murphy Institute Blog Arts & Culture Editors, the event will feature panelists Randal Horton and Matt Sedillo, whose work was recently…

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  • Murphy Institute Briefs City Council on Labor in NYC

    On Wednesday, May 20, 2015, the Murphy Institute conducted an executive briefing on labor in New York City for City Council members convened by Council Member I. Daneek Miller, Chair of the City Council Committee on Civil Service and Labor. The briefing provided City Council members with an in-depth view of the role and status…

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  • Organizer, Jobs to Move America

     Jobs to Move America is a national project to make our transit dollars go the distance –to build better, cleaner public transit systems, to create and retain good manufacturing jobs, and to generate opportunities for unemployed Americans like veterans, single parents, and residents of low-income neighborhoods.   We seek a talented and motivated organizer to join…

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  • Make Your Voice Heard: CUNY Strategic Planning Process

    From 21st Century CUNY: CUNY will undertake a strategic planning effort intended to assess, reflect, and improve upon its status as a leading public university and one of this city and state’s most valuable resources. Guided by Chancellor Milliken and a committee of dedicated university leaders, faculty, and students, the entire university community is invited to…

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