Two B.A. students in Urban and Community Studies are graduating at the top of the SLU Class of 2026: Valedictorian Christine Clemmings and Salutatorian Toni Charlton. Christine has city government experience, and Toni works for a nonprofit group. Both students value the insight they gained into urban life and social justice. Read “Meet Urban Studies Stars, Valedictorian Christine Clemmings and Salutatorian Toni Charlton.”
CUNY SLU’s Walk-In Admissions Day will take place on June 10 from 10 AM–12 PM and 2 PM–5 PM at the CUNY SLU campus. Prospective students will have the opportunity to receive in-person application support, learn about undergraduate and graduate-level program offerings, and speak with Admissions and Bursar representatives about tuition, payment options, scholarships, and next steps. Application fees will be waived for this event.
Celebrate the achievements of CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies graduating students as they mark this important milestone and prepare to carry their education into their communities, workplaces, and movements for social justice. Find ceremony details, deadlines, and resources for graduates, families, and guests. Read more about CUNY SLU 2026 Commencement Ceremony.
The SLU Student Union accomplished a lot this academic year! The Union welcomed three new student clubs; hosted a brainstorming session with the citywide participatory budgeting program, The People’s Money; and surveyed students about food insecurity and worked to fill community nourishment needs. Read “Student Storylines: What We Built Together This Year,” by Student Union Secretary Carmen Wolcott.
Join the 2026 UALE Northeast Women’s Summer School, hosted by CUNY SLU in New York City from July 20 to 24. This labor education program brings together women and gender-expansive members of unions and worker organizations to build leadership skills, deepen political analysis, and strengthen solidarity. Registration closes June 15 and may close earlier if capacity is reached.
Join us on July 1st 6PM-7PM via Zoom for the Fall 2026 CUNY SLU information session. Prospective students will have the opportunity to learn about undergraduate and graduate-level program offerings, admission requirements, application deadlines and unique SLU opportunities. This session offers program overviews and covers how to apply for admission in a small group setting.