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Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 1d

In Jan 2025, MALS student Jeffrey Ampratwum traveled to Florence with a MALS Research & Travel Grant to explore menswear design. Planning research? Watch for our next grant call in Feb 2026! We also offer RA & Internship grants. 📝 MALS students only. #gradschool #research

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 4d

🎓 How to Apply for a PhD
🗓 Monday, October 27 at 6:30 PM (Online)
🔗 RSVP via the link in our bio or go to tinyurl.com/malsphd25

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 5d

2 days away!

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 18d

The MSA (MALS Student Association) will be hosting a cool social event on Wednesday October 8th from 7:30on -9:30pm in Room 4108. Stop by for drinks, snacks, dope music and great vibes!

RSVP Here:
www.eventbrite.com/e/style-on-5...

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 12d

See you tomorrow!
RSVP link in bio.

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 19d

See you next Tuesday in the Skylight!

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 26d

🎶 Throwback to the ’90s! 🎶

Join us for Happy Nostalgia: Book Talk with Dr. David Humphries

📅 Tuesday, Sept. 30
🕕 6:00–7:15 PM (refreshments to follow)
📍 Skylight Room

👉RSVP link in bio.

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 12d

@MALS students, due this Wednesday!

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 18d

Applications are now open!
Due by Wednesday, October 1st.
Apply here: tinyurl.com/MALSgrantapp25

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 18d

Applications are now open!
Due by Wednesday, October 1st.
Apply here: tinyurl.com/MALSgrantapp25

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 18d

The MSA (MALS Student Association) will be hosting a cool social event on Wednesday October 8th from 7:30on -9:30pm in Room 4108. Stop by for drinks, snacks, dope music and great vibes!

RSVP Here:
www.eventbrite.com/e/style-on-5...

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Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 19d

See you next Tuesday in the Skylight!

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 26d

🎶 Throwback to the ’90s! 🎶

Join us for Happy Nostalgia: Book Talk with Dr. David Humphries

📅 Tuesday, Sept. 30
🕕 6:00–7:15 PM (refreshments to follow)
📍 Skylight Room

👉RSVP link in bio.

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 25d

📣 The MALS Program presents the: Grant Writing & Application Workshop
🗓️ Wednesday, September 17 | ⏰ 6:30–7:30 PM EDT | 💻 Online

Learn how to strengthen your writing skills, craft compelling applications, and set yourself up for success. Don’t miss it!

👉 Register here: tinyurl.com/MALSgrant25

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 25d

✨ Check out the latest edition of the MALS Newsletter! Stay informed on grants, workshops, research opportunities, and updates.

tinyurl.com/malssept1623

MALS weekly Digest sept 16-23.pdf

tinyurl.com

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · 26d

🎶 Throwback to the ’90s! 🎶

Join us for Happy Nostalgia: Book Talk with Dr. David Humphries

📅 Tuesday, Sept. 30
🕕 6:00–7:15 PM (refreshments to follow)
📍 Skylight Room

👉RSVP link in bio.

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · Aug 15

The MALS SA is inviting all MALS students to our inaugural, kick-off event.

Music, refreshments, and resources.

Connect with other MALS students, join the MSA, plan future events, and help us foster our growing community.

See yall then!
8/18, 7:00-8:00pm,Room 4109

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Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · Jul 23

🎉 Kick off the semester with the MALS SA!

Join the MALS Student Association on August 18th at 7:00 pm (right after orientation!) for an evening of community, conversation, and curated vibes. 🎶✨

All new and current students are welcome!

📍 Room 4109

Link in Bio for more information on the SA 🔗.

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · Jun 25

MALS Students, are you planning to graduate with your September 2025 degree 🎓 ? Here's what you need to know:

🗓️ Advisor-approved Thesis/Capstone Submission Deadline:
Monday, August 25, 2025
⏰ 5:00 PM
📧 Prof. Macaulay at: [email protected]
🚨 This is a firm deadline — no extensions. Link in bio🔗.

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Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · Jun 24

Hey, new MALS students👋
Welcome to Fall 2025 at MALS 🎉

We’re so excited to have you join our vibrant, interdisciplinary community at the CUNY Graduate Center. Be sure to check your inbox for a welcome email from us. Link📎 in bio for more information. Let’s get started!

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · May 22

🎉 Huge congrats to Judith Escalona for presenting her MALS Capstone “Destabilizing Nuyorican: Rivera’s Women and Nuyorican Cinema” at the GC’s 2nd annual Master’s Thesis & Capstone Showcase! 👏🏽👏🏽 Here’s to Judith and all our amazing grads! 🎓✨ @thegraduatecenter.bsky.social

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Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · May 13

Application link in bio. Apply by June 1st!

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · May 6

The MALS Program invites alumni, students, and faculty to submit nominations for the Teaching and Mentoring Awards. This award recognizes faculty members who have made an impact through their mentorship or teaching. To nominate someone, please complete the form in our bio by May 20th at Noon.

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · May 6

Join us tomorrow from 5:30-7:00 for a chance to connect and look ahead. All students and faculty are welcome! refreshments will be served.

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · May 5

🎥✨ MALS Fashion Studies in the Spotlight!

Check out our Fashion Studies student, Jeffrey Ampratwum, featured alongside Associate Professor Denise H. Sutton, SP2025 MALS Fashion Studies Concentration Instructor, on CUNY TV's Fashion Forward: Spring Trends 🌸🗽👔. 📺. Watch now! 🔗 Episode link in bio.

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Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · Apr 29

Students are invited to join the CUNY Graduate Center Council, a key governing body where student perspectives help shape the institution.
This is a great opportunity to contribute to the GC community and boost your resume or Ph.D. applications!

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Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · Apr 29

We’d love to see more MALS students share their accomplishments through the Student Achievement Portal!

Submit to the Student Achievement Portal by April 30, 2025 — it only takes 10 minutes, and your story helps show what makes our program great.

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CUNY Graduate Center @thegraduatecenter.bsky.social · Apr 28

The Wellness Center Festival is happening now at the Concourse Level! Come down for freebies and workshops

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Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · Apr 28

Don’t forget to RSVP! Registration link in bio 🔗.

Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · Apr 7

We are excited to invite you to the MALS Spring 2025 Open Meeting 🎓✨!

📅 Date: Wednesday, May 7th
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: MALS Faculty Lounge, Room 4108

All students and faculty are welcome!! 💬🤝

Please RSVP by Wednesday, April 30th via the Eventbrite link in bio.

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Liberal Studies Program at CUNY GC @liberalstudiesgc.bsky.social · Apr 7

We are excited to invite you to the MALS Spring 2025 Open Meeting 🎓✨!

📅 Date: Wednesday, May 7th
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: MALS Faculty Lounge, Room 4108

All students and faculty are welcome!! 💬🤝

Please RSVP by Wednesday, April 30th via the Eventbrite link in bio.

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