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Virtual Art Exhibit Reception on June 26
by Ying Zhou 24 Jun '20

24 Jun '20

Hello: You are cordially invited to attend a virtual art exhibit reception and please also spread the word for us: Life-Giving Art Exhibit Reception Location: Online Date / Time: Friday, June 26, 6:00 PM-7:30 PM Please register via the link below: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqfumppjgqHdC9K4eQCcwjbn0Vibf8W9… About this virtual art exhibit: Life-Giving Art: 9 Women Artists of the Diaspora is an exhibition organized on the occasion of the month of May and the celebration of motherhood in all its forms. The exhibition also comes as a response to the special circumstances imposed by this year's unique global health challenge. This exhibition brings together nine women artists of the Hellenic diaspora, from all walks of life. The works exhibited reflect qualities and experiences from life as part of the diaspora as well as the experience of motherhood as a broader concept that includes all those women who supported dreams, visions, and goals, who encouraged reaching higher, who shaped connections with our roots, and who embodied the true meaning of "love" and "family." You can visit the virtual art exhibit via this link: https://hapsoc.org/life-giving-art-exhibition/? We look forward to having you at the virtual reception! Stay Safe and Healthy. Regards, Nicholas Alexiou HAP, Founder/Director Sociology Department Queens College nicholas.alexiou(a)qc.cuny.edu Tiffany Apostolou Curator Ying Zhou Executive Director Tech Incubator at Queens College ying.zhou(a)qc.cuny.edu 917-319-4027 https://techincubatorqc.com

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Webinar tomorrow 6/18 at 9:30am - Doing Business with Federal Government
by Ying Zhou 17 Jun '20

17 Jun '20

Hi - If you want to learn how to do business with federal government, you don't want to miss this webinar. ?Man-Li Li from SBA will be the speaker. Man-Li will have 10-minute update on EIDL and PPP at 6/18 webinar: Thurs, June 18th 9:30am-11:30am "Doing Business with the Federal Government" https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkdu6qqDwvGN3QmPeRqMejEDxyoWCWWc…<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fus02web.z…> After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Stay safe and healthy. Regards, Ying Zhou Executive Director Tech Incubator at Queens College ying.zhou(a)qc.cuny.edu 917-319-4027 https://techincubatorqc.com

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Webinar invitation: June 18th Selling to the Government
by Ying Zhou 15 Jun '20

15 Jun '20

Webinar on Thursday June 18th at 9:30am, on "Doing Business with the Federal Government". See information below. ---------------- SBA, LaGuardia Community College SBDC and Queens College Tech Incubator cosponsor the following webinars on Thurs. 18th from 9:30am to 11:30am. Please register and join us to learn and network. Thurs, June 18th 9:30am-11:30am "Doing Business with the Federal Government" https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkdu6qqDwvGN3QmPeRqMejEDxyoWCWWc…<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fus02web.z…> Learn How and What the Federal Government buy, Certification for Set Aside, Marketing to the Government Agencies, Subcontracting, Resources and Assistance ? Why Sell to the Government; ? How Government Buy; ? What the Government Buy; ? Certification for Set Aside; ? Subcontracting; ? Marketing to the Government; ? Assistance and Resources. ? Speaker: Ms. Man-Li Lin, Economic Development Specialist, Economic Development Specialist, New York District Office, U.S. Small Business Administration Man-Li Lin Economic Development Specialist New York District Office U.S. Small Business Administration Man-li.lin(a)sba.gov<mailto:Man-li.lin@sba.gov> [SBA-Hor-2] Home Page<https://www.sba.gov/offices/district/ny/new-york> | Twitter<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…> | Instagram <https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.instag…> | Facebook<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebo…> | YouTube<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtub…> | LinkedIn<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.linked…> | Email Alerts<http://www.sba.gov/updates> For detailed information on SBA programs for the coronavirus, please visit www.sba.gov/coronavirus<http://www.sba.gov/coronavirus> and for information on all federal programs, visit www.usa.gov/coronavirus<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.usa.go…> or www.gobierno.usa.gov/coronavirus<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gobier…> (en Español). ------------------------ Stay safe and healthy. Regards, Ying Zhou Executive Director Tech Incubator at Queens College ying.zhou(a)qc.cuny.edu 917-319-4027 https://techincubatorqc.com ?

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Girls Who Code Club – Virtual Summer Session
by Ying Zhou 11 Jun '20

11 Jun '20

Tech Incubator at Queens College is offering a Girls Who Code Club Summer Session for girls from 6th to 12th grade. If you know a student who might benefit, please help us spread the word.? To sign up: https://forms.gle/bVxPMSAiiF8wxq2s8 Description of the Workshop: Learn to code Python! Join our free virtual Girls Who Code program for 6th – 12th grade students, where we will learn how to code through group storytelling, games, and other activities! You will collaborate with other peers and build sisterhood through these six online sessions. Dates: Sundays, June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26 Time: 10am to 11:30am Location: Virtual rsvp: https://forms.gle/bVxPMSAiiF8wxq2s8 ? Stay safe and healthy. Regards, Ying Zhou Executive Director Tech Incubator at Queens College ying.zhou(a)qc.cuny.edu 917-319-4027 https://techincubatorqc.com

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Upcoming Queens Memory events
by Lori A Wallach 10 Jun '20

10 Jun '20

Hello everyone, Hope you are all staying well and enjoying the start of summer! Queens Memory has several online events coming up that may be of interest -- please follow the links below for more detailed information and instructions on how to access them: Saturday, June 13, 7-8 pm - Queer Memoir: A Queer Grief Observed<https://www.facebook.com/events/3017586214996403/> - This event will be conducted by Queer Memoir, a multi-venue, all-ages LGBT storytelling series that aims to give voice to collective queer experiences and preserve and document queer history. This session will be hosted by Kelli Dunham. Tuesday, June 16, 4-5 pm - What Shapes Our Communities: Nik Virella<https://www.facebook.com/events/1614027745440949/> - Listen in as we talk to Queens-based comic book artist Nik Virella, who has worked on the Deadpool, Star Wars and Mortal Instruments series. Wednesday, June 17, 4-5 pm - Model Minority vs Covid-19: Education Through Crisis<https://www.facebook.com/events/350061275971913/> - Incoming Queens College president Frank Wu will lead a panel discussion about the current higher educational experience for Asians in America, who are facing the continuously evolving challenge of racism. We will also discuss how Asians in America can provide ally-ship and solidarity to other groups experiencing racial oppression. And just for fun -- Friday, June 19, 7-8:30 pm - Trivia Night in Queens! <https://www.facebook.com/events/381846292734339/> - Join us for a few rounds of trivia and test your knowledge about our favorite borough, Queens! Hope to see you online! Lori ?Lori Wallach Queens Memory Outreach Coordinator queensmemory.org Queens College Rosenthal Library, room 317 Lori.Wallach(a)qc.cuny.edu (718) 997-3686

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You are Invited to participate in MIT COVID-19 Challenge
by Ying Zhou 25 May '20

25 May '20

Hello: I hope you are doing well. I am sharing the following opportunity for you to consider either participating or spreading the word: the MIT COVID-19 Challenge - 48 virtual hackathon event is happening on May 29-31 (Also see the attached flyer). TIQC is a proud partner. All are welcome to participate! . I hope you can join us. ? Stay safe and healthy. Regards, Ying Zhou Executive Director Tech Incubator at Queens College ying.zhou(a)qc.cuny.edu 917-319-4027 https://techincubatorqc.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------- [cid:0923f1bf-c01b-42f8-9d2c-1378d355a8b4] #MITCOVID19Challenge covid19challenge(a)mit.edu<mailto:covid19challenge@mit.edu> May 29-31, 2020 We invite you to attend the MIT COVID-19 Challenge, a series of virtual hackathons. Our next event, Beat the Pandemic II, is May 29-31, 2020. This 48-hour virtual event, a follow-up to our first Beat the Pandemic event in early April, will focus on addressing new issues that have arisen now that we are several months into the ongoing pandemic. Your contribution to the Challenge can take the form of participant, mentor, judge, or partner organization. Participants will form teams on Friday, May 29th to home in on key problems and generate solutions, including proof of concepts, prototypes, and preliminary vision for execution. Throughout the weekend, teams will connect with mentors to refine their solutions. On Sunday, May 31st, teams will reconvene to present their work before a panel of expert judges. After the weekend, the best ideas and teams will have the opportunity to co-develop and implement their solution with the support of our partners. [X] For more information and to apply, please check out our website<https://covid19challenge.mit.edu/>: https://covid19challenge.mit.edu/ The application deadline is Tuesday, May 26. The MIT COVID-19 Challenge is proud to be supported by organizations including MIT Management Executive Education, The Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship, the MIT Innovation Initiative, MIT Hacking Medicine, Takeda, the US Department of Veterans Affairs, and many more. We hope to see you (virtually) at the event! Best, Ying Zhou Executive Director Tech Incubator at Queens College ying.zhou(a)qc.cuny.edu 917-319-4027 https://techincubatorqc.com

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Learning Opportunities, 5/19/2020
by Ying Zhou 19 May '20

19 May '20

Innovation, Technology, Entrepreneurship Learning Opportunities, 5/19/2020 All events, workshops and classes are virtual. Events, Workshops & Classes: AWS Cloud Foundation (self-paced, online class) Date/Time: 5/19/2020 to 6/30/2020 Registration link: bit.ly/awscfqc 1 Million Cups NYC - Entrepreneurs Helping Entrepreneurs Online Gathering Date/Time: Wednesday May 20, 8:30am - 9:30am Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvduqrrz0oHtJYYkVSFvgeW7LtJPWqpw… Leveraging Agility for Cybersecurity Date/Time: Thursday May 21, 12pm-1pm Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/leveraging-agility-for-cybersecurity-tickets-1… Agile Meets Agility Date/Time: Thursday May 28, 12pm-1pm Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/agile-meets-agility-tickets-103943132708 Moving Forward with Resiliency Date/Time: Thur. May 28, 3pm - 4:15pm Registration link: https://bit.ly/2W1zHN3 Virtual Tour of the Tech Incubator at Queens College Date/Time: Monday June 1, 4:00pm-5:00pm Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtd-6tqDwiGNV26pLn-dPG-IW9x65ldL… Invitation to Agile Date/Time: Mon. June 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2020, 6pm - 7:30pm, office hour from 7:30pm to 8pm More information and registration link: https://techcollectives.com/classes/invitation-to-agile/ Direct registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAodO6qrzsoHdC4DAj8KfugkstpHKoZ8X… Impacting Behavior for Cybersecurity Resiliency Date/Time: Thursday June 4, 12pm-1pm Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/impacting-behaviour-for-cybersecurity-resili… Sales for Entrepreneurs Date/Time: Thursday June 4, 7:30pm-8:30pm Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrd-uvrD0sHtG54Zhd_oMiDmGzYCrROR… Business Planning Amid the Difficult Time Date/Time: Wednesday June 10, 9:30am-11:30am Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErdumgrzgpHd2AGqX9lu_FbM0g6yEjLm… Reading Women wanted: Why now could be a good time for women to pursue a career in AI: https://www.cnbc.com/2020/05/06/women-in-tech-jobs-in-artificial-intelligen… Why Software Development Might Just Be the Right Career for You: https://techbullion.com/why-software-development-might-just-be-the-right-ca… ?

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Learning Opportunities in May and June, 5/6/2020
by Ying Zhou 11 May '20

11 May '20

Innovation, Technology, Entrepreneurship Learning Opportunities, 5/6/2020 All events, workshops and classes are virtual. Events, Workshops & Classes: Marketing Strategies for Your Business Date/Time: Wednesday May 13, 9:30am-11:30am Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItcuyuqTguHNHz_sDdSXguyL7OICDxqS… Business Plan Writing Date/Time: Thursday May 21, 9:30am-11:30am Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqcOCppj8jEtCXLWu7eD_CaeXuXOXaXY… Leveraging Agility for Cybersecurity Date/Time: Thursday May 21, 12pm-1pm Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/leveraging-agility-for-cybersecurity-tickets-1… Agile Meets Agility Date/Time: Thursday May 28, 12pm-1pm Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/agile-meets-agility-tickets-103943132708 Impacting Behavior for Cybersecurity Resiliency Date/Time: Thursday June 4, 12pm-1pm Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/impacting-behaviour-for-cybersecurity-resili… Sales for Entrepreneurs Date/Time: Thursday June 4, 7:30pm-8:30pm Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrd-uvrD0sHtG54Zhd_oMiDmGzYCrROR… Virtual Tour of the Tech Incubator at Queens College Date/Time: Monday June 1, 4:00pm-5:00pm Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtd-6tqDwiGNV26pLn-dPG-IW9x65ldL… Invitation to Agile Date/Time: Mon. June 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2020, 6pm - 7:30pm, office hour from 7:30pm to 8pm More information and registration link: https://techcollectives.com/classes/invitation-to-agile/ Direct registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAodO6qrzsoHdC4DAj8KfugkstpHKoZ8X… Business Plan Writing Date/Time: Wednesday June 10, 9:30am-11:30am Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErdumgrzgpHd2AGqX9lu_FbM0g6yEjLm… AWS Cloud Foundation (self-paced, online class) Date/Time: 5/6/2020 to 6/30/2020 Registration link: bit.ly/awscfqc<http://bit.ly/awscfqc> Moving Forward with Resiliency Date/Time: Thur. May 28, 3pm - 4:15pm Registration link: https://bit.ly/2W1zHN3 ? Stay safe and healthy. Regards, Ying Zhou Executive Director Tech Incubator at Queens College ying.zhou(a)qc.cuny.edu 917-319-4027 https://techincubatorqc.com

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Assessment in a Fully Online Environment – CTL webinar
by Jean Kelly 07 May '20

07 May '20

As we approach the end of the spring 2020 semester, first let's all take a collective deep breath. As the final exam period approaches, many of us are considering how best to approach the final course assessment. How do we effectively and fairly assess our students learning in this online environment? Can I transform online assessments to an advantage for myself and my students? What can I do to maximize students' efforts and disincentivize academic dishonesty? We have created a support page on the CTL website (https://keepteaching.qc.cuny.edu/review-your-course/assignments-tests-and-q…) and the Center for Teaching and Learning is hosting two live webinar on: Saturday, May 9, 1pm-2pm AND Monday, May 11, 2pm-3pm. Please register for either of these workshops at https://bit.ly/3c5enNn. Once the webinars are complete, a video recording will also be posted on the CTL Keep Teaching website: https://keepteaching.qc.cuny.edu/workshops/webinar-recordings Additional Support: QC CTL KeepTeaching https://keepteaching.qc.cuny.edu/ QC Provost Office Faculty Guidance https://provost.qc.cuny.edu/guidance-for-faculty#h.p_CpgNrXJ2LAun Baruch CTL final exam recommendation https://blogs.baruch.cuny.edu/ctl/balancing-academic-integrity-during-final… Or email us at CTLonline(a)qc.cuny.edu Best regards, The Center for Teaching & Learning

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Dive into the Collaborative Process - Fall 2020
by Edisa Weeks 06 May '20

06 May '20

Dive into the Collaborative Process If you want to expand your creative toolbox, develop your skills as a director or choreographer, and gather game structures and strategies to use when teaching; the Drama 381/Dance 381 Collaborative Workshop course is for you! DRAMA 381/DANCE 381 Collaborative Workshop in Theatre & Dance Prof. Tracy Hazas (Theater) & Prof. Edisa Weeks (Dance) Fall 2020 Fridays 9:10am-noon 3 credits Collaborative Workshop in Theatre & Dance is a studio, seminar and hybrid course that will challenge you to work from your strengths and to expand into new areas of possibility. We will watch videos, read and discuss ideas about what performance and the collaborative process can be, engage in a variety of practical experiments, and create culminating performance projects. This course is perfect for students majoring in Dance, Drama, Education, English, Music, Psychology, Sociology and Visual Arts; as well as anyone interested in the collaborative process and interdisciplinary work. DRAMA 381/DANCE 381 fulfills the College Option Synthesis (SYN) requirement at Queens College, and can be taken for Drama Major or Dance Major elective credits. For information and permission to register contact us: Tracy Hazas - thazas(a)qc.cuny.edu Edisa Weeks - eweeks(a)qc.cuny.edu https://www.dropbox.com/s/l1pqjwd3dbuldzq/DTD_381Collab.WorkshopFlyer_F20.j… Edisa Weeks Associate Professor of Dance Queens College Dept. of Drama, Theatre and Dance Rathaus Hall Rm. 108 Tel: 718 997-3068 Email: eweeks(a)qc.cuny.edu Choreographer/Maker DELIRIOUS Dances www.deliriousdances.com

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