Archive for December, 2011

Memo from Chancellor Matthew Goldstein regarding the Pathways Task Force Common Core Recommendation

December 12, 2011 | News from the Chancellor

On December 1, 2011, the Pathways Task Force submitted to me its recommendation regarding the structure of the 30-credit common core, as required by the Board of Trustees resolution of June 27, 2011. I have reviewed the recommendation thoroughly and consulted extensively with presidents, chief academic officers, and faculty about its specific components. After candid [...]

Saluting–and Helping–Our Vets

December 2, 2011 | CUNY Matters Columns

At CUNY’s first-ever “Thank You for Serving” event, I had the privilege of visiting with the many CUNY faculty, staff, and students who are veterans and to join with others at the University in thanking them for their distinguished service to our country. As I told the assembled group, listening to their stories and experiences [...]