Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that the CUNY Mexican Studies Institute (CUNY MSI) at Lehman College will receive over $1.5 million to expand their role as a vital resource for students and Mexican and Mexican American communities in New York. Additionally, the Governor announced $250,000 to establish the Carol Robles Román scholarship fund at CUNY’s John Jay College. Today’s funding announcement builds on Governor Hochul’s long-standing commitment to making public higher education in the state accessible to New Yorkers of all backgrounds.
“Investing in education is investing in New York’s future,” Governor Hochul said. “This nearly $2 million investment at CUNY will honor Carol Robles-Román’s long career of public service and create more resources for students on campus while also continuing to build on my commitment to make higher education more accessible and transformative for all New Yorkers.”
Governor Hochul’s $1.5 million investment in the CUNY Mexican Studies Institute at Lehman College will support the Institute as a vital hub for the university’s Mexican and Mexican-American communities, providing educational resources, support services, and programs that aid in social mobility, such as business and entrepreneurship training. The Institute also promotes academic research and scholarship on Mexican history, culture, and contributions, enriching our broader understanding and appreciation of Mexican traditions within the diverse New York City landscape…