CUNY SLU has developed programs in collaboration with unions, municipal agencies, and community groups. Many students take advantage of employer, union, and other benefits to cover the cost of their tuition. With Bachelor’s, Master’s, and certificate programs in labor studies and urban studies, we prepare students for impactful careers. Learn more.
The CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies is offering full scholarships for social justice activists and students interested in earning an MA in Labor Studies or a BA in Labor Studies. The Joseph S. Murphy Scholarships for Diversity in Labor offer up to $30,000 (MA) or $20,000 (BA) and is open to full-time students and working adults. Apply now!
Sonia has spent 26 years as a senior registration clerk in NYC’s Bureau of Disease Control, serving her Bronx community. A passionate learner, she is earning a B.A. in Urban and Community Studies at SLU, supported by her union, Local 1549. She hopes to advance in DC 37 or AFSCME and enter politics to “pay it forward.” Read more.
Apply now and join CUNY School of Labor Studies and Urban Studies community of renowned scholars and experts in
movement-building and policy-making. Secure your spot for the upcoming semester. Learn more about our program and the opportunities that await you.
This fall, SLU students immersed themselves in political campaigns, sharing lessons and experiences that highlight the intersection of labor, social justice, and electoral politics. From canvassing to policy discussions, their reflections shed light on victories, challenges, and strategies for engaging blue-collar and working-class communities. Read more.
Studying at SLU empowered DOT employee Natasha Bartley to pursue her ambitions. Currently a manager in the new Office of Livable Streets, Bartley has been rising in the DOT ranks for a decade. There’s much more she wants to do – including enhancing opportunities for Black candidates interested in working for the city. Read more.