College of Staten Island

05/24/2026

Mets fans, we heard you! Join us for CUNY Day at Citi Field on June 28, when the Mets take
on the Phillies! A limited number of tickets are available for all CUNY students, faculty,
staff, and alumni.

Ticket holders will receive an exclusive CUNY-branded Mets ball cap. Go to cuny.edu/mets for tickets.

05/23/2026

It is official, next Thursday we will celebrate over 2,200 graduates who will receive their associate's, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, as the list of graduands supplied by the registrar was approved at the final Faculty Senate meeting of the semester.

05/23/2026

Dear School of Education and Social Work Alumni,

This is a reminder …

You’re invited to a celebration of you!

June 3, 2026 at 3:30 PM in the Park Café (1C). Complimentary parking will be available in Lot 4.

We look forward to celebrating all that you mean to the School of Education and Social Work. Enjoy delicious refreshments, connect with the community, and share in an afternoon of appreciation.

If you have not responded but would like to join us, please email Gail Rosenberg at [email protected]

05/22/2026

After years away from the classroom, Lonny Friedland came back with a goal: finish what he started. Now, as he earns his degree in Psychology, he’s proving that it’s never too late to pursue your purpose. 🎓

Follow Lonny’s Journey to Commencement as he turns perseverance into possibility: https://csitoday.com/2026/05/journey-to-commencement-lonny-friedland-academic-achievement-attained/

05/22/2026

The COLLEGE OF STATEN ISLAND Center for the Arts & Ghostlight Players proudly present “1776” — America’s Tony Award-winning musical — in celebration of America’s 250th Birthday! 🇺🇸

Join us July 1–3, 2026 at the Williamson Theatre at the Center for the Arts
(2800 Victory Blvd., Building 1P, Staten Island, NY).

Don’t miss this exciting production filled with history, heart, and unforgettable music!

🎟 Tickets available here:
https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/ghostlight-players-inc/69fa1ee4c48d651a43b14fa3/

#1776

05/21/2026

Verrazzano Honors proudly celebrates the Class of 2026! Through leadership, scholarship, service, and community engagement, you have exemplified the spirit of Verrazzano both inside and outside the classroom. Congratulations, graduates—we can’t wait to see where your journey leads next!

05/21/2026

Through challenge, perseverance, and service, Christina Mesa turned obstacles into motivation on her journey to Commencement. 🎓 Follow Christina’s story as she leaves her mark at CSI and beyond. Read the full story here: https://csitoday.com/2026/05/journey-to-commencement-christina-mesa-26-challenge-perseverance-service/

05/21/2026

Meet Dr. Alan Benimoff, a Professor in the Geology department!

05/20/2026

The last month of the semester is always the most exhausting. Everyone needs some help staying awake and focused, so we asked CSI students what they do when they need energy 😴

05/20/2026

Former CSI student Josh Martinez, now the evening DJ on NY’s Z100 radio, is receiving well-deserved recognition following a recent feature in the Staten Island Advance highlighting his inspiring journey to becoming one of New York radio’s most recognizable voices. Read it here: https://www.silive.com/news/2026/05/from-3-hour-commutes-to-z100-staten-islands-josh-martinez-beats-the-odds.html?utm_campaign=statenislandadvance_sf&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwZnRzaAR1Vz5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeViNCvZfy7ADBb_nOxHEaKthNla-uPp36q8XoC4MgXNeq2N6dHBbfqEIYRc8_aem_XkHvpj3nqn1YKZdkW5_98Q

Martinez is the first full-time Puerto Rican host on Z100 this millennium, a distinction he speaks about proudly.

05/20/2026

Congratulations to Sean Thatcher, lecturer in CSI’s Engineering and Environmental Science Department, who was recently named one of the SIEDC’s 2026 “20 Under 40” honorees. Read the full story: https://csitoday.com/2026/05/csi-lecturer-sean-thatcher-honored-by-siedc-as-20-under-40-recipient