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Monroe College Celebrates the Class of 2023 at Annual Commencement Ceremony for Saint Lucia Campus Graduates

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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CASTRIES, Saint Lucia, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Monroe College, the New York-based institution offering Bachelor's and Master's degree programs from its campus in Saint Lucia, held its Annual Commencement on Sunday for local graduates.

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  • CASTRIES, Saint Lucia, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Monroe College , the New York-based institution offering Bachelor's and Master's degree programs from its campus in Saint Lucia, held its Annual Commencement on Sunday for local graduates.
  • Monroe College President Marc Jerome and other senior administrators joined local campus faculty and staff, as well as special dignitaries, at the graduation ceremony, which recognized and celebrated the academic achievements of 82 students in the Saint Lucia campus Class of 2023.
  • Among those offering welcoming remarks to the graduates and their guests were College President Marc Jerome and Augustus Small, Dean of Administration for the Saint Lucia campus.
  • More than 1,500 students have earned their degree through Monroe College's Saint Lucia campus since its establishment in 2007.

US Foods Announces 18 New Scholarship Recipients to Support Much-Needed Culinary Talent Pipeline for Restaurant Industry

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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The group includes 18 students from across the country pursuing degrees in culinary arts, baking and pastry, chef training, and business management.

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  • The group includes 18 students from across the country pursuing degrees in culinary arts, baking and pastry, chef training, and business management.
  • Each student will receive a scholarship of $20,000 to support their continued education and development opportunities with US Foods culinary professionals.
  • In addition to supporting the education and development of future culinarians, the program also builds a pipeline of promising talent for our customers,” said Dave Flitman, US Foods CEO.
  • The US Foods Scholars program is administered with the support of Scholarship America and Careers through the Culinary Arts Program.

High School Inc. Academies Foundation Welcomes Felix Lugo, HSI’s New Executive Director

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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SANTA ANA, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- High School Inc. Academies Foundation is proud to announce its newly appointed Executive Director, Felix Lugo. A visionary leader, Felix has a sterling track record of more than 15 years in both public and private middle and high school education. With a dynamic background encompassing such diverse domains as student life, community service, internships, enrollment, marketing, fundraising, and residential programs, Felix brings a wealth of expertise that promises to shape the future of High School Inc. and redefine educational excellence.

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  • Academies Foundation is proud to announce its newly appointed Executive Director, Felix Lugo.
  • A visionary leader, Felix has a sterling track record of more than 15 years in both public and private middle and high school education.
  • As High School Inc.'s new Executive Director, Felix Lugo is set to steer HSI toward new heights of excellence.
  • For more information about High School Inc., visit www.highschoolinc.org .

Monroe College Honors Three NYPD Police Officers for Commitment to Public Service and Dedication to Helping Build a Stronger Bronx

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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FREEHOLD, N.Y., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Monroe College, a national leader in educating first generation and international students, proudly welcomed members of the New York Police Department (NYPD) to its Bronx campus today for a special tribute to three local police officers making a positive impact in the community.

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  • "Today, we recognize the wonderful work of these three police officers and celebrate their professionalism, dedication to public service, and compassion for those in the community," said President Jerome.
  • "They have had an undeniable impact, which is helping build a stronger Bronx for everyone."
  • Police Officer Michael Misilewich is with the NYPD Office of Patrol; Police Officers Brandon Piehler and Gary Scott are part of the 52nd Precinct.
  • "Today, we recognize the wonderful work of these three police officers and celebrate their professionalism, dedication to public service, and compassion for those in the community," said President Jerome.

Monroe College's Culinary Institute of New York Competition Team Wins ACF National Student Team Championship for the Second Straight Year

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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BRONX, N.Y., July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Monroe College, a national leader in educating first generation and international students, is proud to announce that its Culinary Institute of New York student competition team was named the American Culinary Federation's (ACF) 2023 national champion, taking home the coveted trophy for the second straight year.

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  • The CINY team was one of four top student culinary teams in the country to compete at ACF's national competition in New Orleans.
  • They earned their number one seed and the Northeast Regional championship at a qualifier event held last March in Kansas.
  • Pandemic year aside, 2023 was the fifth straight year that the CINY team was crowned the ACF Northeast Regional Champion.
  • "Team CINY is incredibly proud to earn the national championship again this year," said Dr. Frank C. Costantino, Dean of Monroe College's School of Hospitality Management and Culinary Institute of New York and the head coach of the competition team.

Monroe College Confers Degrees on 2,196 Students Representing 52 Countries at 90th Annual Commencement

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Monday, June 19, 2023
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BRONX, N.Y., June 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Monroe College, a national leader in educating first-generation and international students, held its 90th Annual Commencement last Friday at Radio City Music Hall in midtown Manhattan. Degrees were conferred on 2,196 students from around the world at its joyous celebration of the Class of 2023.

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  • BRONX, N.Y., June 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Monroe College, a national leader in educating first-generation and international students, held its 90th Annual Commencement last Friday at Radio City Music Hall in midtown Manhattan.
  • Degrees were conferred on 2,196 students from around the world at its joyous celebration of the Class of 2023.
  • The College's three-semester academic calendar enables Monroe students to earn 45 or more college credits per year (compared to the 30 credits college students typically earn per year at other institutions).
  • The College conferred 325 Master's degrees, 908 Bachelor's degrees, and 892 Associate degrees this year, as well as awarded 71 professional and advanced certificates.

New York’s El Diario Celebrates Outstanding Latinas Making a Difference in the Community

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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El Diario receives nominations from colleagues, peers and friends to recognize the work of these activists, artists, leaders, entrepreneurs, doctors, teachers, scientists, journalists, and more.

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  • El Diario receives nominations from colleagues, peers and friends to recognize the work of these activists, artists, leaders, entrepreneurs, doctors, teachers, scientists, journalists, and more.
  • This program showcases incredible Latinas that serve as role models for new generations of women making a difference in the world.
  • “On behalf of our newsroom, we are very proud to honor 23 Latinas that are making a difference in our community and serving as role models for generations to come,” said Carmen Villavicencio, Executive Editor of El Diario.
  • In 1963, it merged with El Diario de Nueva York, forming El Diario/La Prensa, as it is known nowadays.

Monroe College Hosts Young Women from Area High Schools for Powerful "My Sister's Keeper" Program Designed to Inspire and Motivate

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Monday, March 13, 2023
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THE BRONX, N.Y., March 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --  Monroe College, a national leader in educating first-generation and international students, last Thursday hosted "My Sister's Keeper: Together We'll Make HERstory", a powerful female empowerment event attended by 240 young women from area high schools.

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  • The annual program, held on the College's Bronx campus, was led by Marc Jerome, president of Monroe College, and Joy Tolliver, Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and General Counsel.
  • They also heard about the importance of lifting each other up, finding their voices, and making themselves heard.
  • "I am so grateful to our students and special guest speakers and, of course, to the amazing young women who joined us."
  • The College is planning a similar program for young high school men – "My Brother's Keeper" – later this spring.

US Foods Welcomes 18 New Culinary Students to the US Foods Scholars Program

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Thursday, October 20, 2022
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The group includes eighteen culinary and hospitality students who will receive scholarships of $20,000 each to support their continued education as well as development opportunities with US Foods culinary professionals.

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  • The group includes eighteen culinary and hospitality students who will receive scholarships of $20,000 each to support their continued education as well as development opportunities with US Foods culinary professionals.
  • These students represent the next generation of culinary talent, and were honored to support their achievements now and in the future.
  • Hometown: Corvallis, Ore.
    We are proud to support US Foods as they welcome another class of deserving students into the US Foods Scholars program, said Scholarship America President and CEO, Mike Nylund.
  • The US Foods Scholars program is administered with the support of Scholarship America and Careers through Culinary Arts Program.

Monroe College Celebrates the Classes of 2022 and 2021 at Annual Commencement Ceremony for Saint Lucia Campus Graduates

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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CASTRIES, Saint Lucia, Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Monroe College, the New York-based institution offering Associate, Bachelor's, and Master's degree programs from its campus in Saint Lucia, held its Annual Commencement yesterday for local graduates. Dr. June Soomer, accomplished Saint Lucian diplomat and educator, gave an inspiring keynote address.

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  • Dr. June Soomer, Accomplished Saint Lucian Diplomat and Educator, Gives Keynote Address
    CASTRIES, Saint Lucia, Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Monroe College , the New York-based institution offering Associate, Bachelor's, and Master's degree programs from its campus in Saint Lucia , held its Annual Commencement yesterday for local graduates.
  • Monroe College President Marc Jerome and other senior administrators joined local campus faculty and staff, as well as special dignitaries, at the graduation ceremony, which recognized and celebrated the academic achievements of 152 students in the Saint Lucia campus Class of 2022 and the Class of 2021.
  • "Today was a wonderful celebration of our incredible Saint Lucia graduates and their families," said Marc Jerome, president of Monroe College.
  • More than 1,350 students have earned their degree through Monroe College's Saint Lucia campus since its establishment in 2007.