CUNY Coalition for Students with Disabilities

As we enter July, CCSD proudly recognizes Disability Pride Month—a time to uplift the voices, history, and accomplishments of people with disabilities, while reaffirming our commitment to equity and inclusion.

This year is especially significant as we celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)—signed into law in July 1990. This landmark legislation broke down barriers by prohibiting discrimination and ensuring access to jobs, education, public spaces, and more for millions of Americans with disabilities.

💬 As disability rights advocate Stella Young once said:

“Disability doesn’t make you exceptional, but questioning what you think you know about it does.”

This month is both a celebration and a call to action—a reminder of how far we’ve come and how much further we must go to achieve full inclusion.

Throughout July, we invite our students, families, and staff to engage in events, education, and conversations that celebrate disability pride, visibility, and justice.

Let’s continue building a CCSD community where everyone is welcomed, included, and empowered to thrive. 💙♿

Today, the CUNY Coalition for Students with Disabilities (CCSD) joins in commemorating Juneteenth, a powerful day in American history that marks the end of slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865—two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation—enslaved people in Galveston, Texas were finally informed of their freedom.

Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom, resilience, and Black excellence—and a reminder of the continued work needed to ensure equity and justice for all. As a coalition advocating for students with disabilities, we recognize the intersections of race, disability, and systemic injustice. We stand in solidarity with the Black community in honoring this day of reflection, remembrance, and hope.

Let us continue to lift every voice and ensure that the rights and stories of all people are heard and celebrated. ✊🏿🖤💛❤️💚

Today, we honor and remember the courageous individuals who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Congratulations Lehman College❤️❤️❤️

Congratulations to Lehman College’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies! At the CEANY Continuing Education Association of New York 2024 Annual Conference, SCPS was awarded the Bill McClure Award for outstanding contributions and leadership in professional development.

"Professional development of staff is critical to the long-term success of SCPS,” said Dean Jane MacKillop. "Continuity on our end ensures we can deliver the support and services our community needs to improve their lives and raise up entire Bronx neighborhoods."

Read more: https://ow.ly/9U2j50Ula21

Lehman College Continuing Education Hub

Congratulations BMCC, we see all the hard work you are doing.

CCSD is a big supporter of our
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Learn how we're helping high school students who have taken College Now credits, AP and/or CLEP exams scores, understand how those credits satisfy CUNY degree requirements, effectively bridging the gap between high school and college. https://bit.ly/3CHS3M3

Join us for our monthly DREAM Act Support Session! From 5 PM to 7:30 PM, students can drop in at any time to get assistance with their DREAM Act financial aid applications. Our representatives are here to help answer questions and guide you through the application process.

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The CUNY Coalition for Students with Disabilities would like to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday. Remember, nothing about us without us.