CUNY’s School of Labor and Urban Studies Academic technology department under the umbrella of Academic Affairs assist users avail themselves of technological tools and resources to enhance the teaching and learning experience in educational settings. It encompasses a wide range of technologies that are employed to support educational goals, improve efficiency, and facilitate communication and collaboration within the academic community.

Our Mission
To improved student learning by providing multi-modality learning experiences for students, ensuring accessibility, interactivity, and academic success.
Contact
For enrollment and course related questions
Office of Admissions
646-313-8300
admissions@slu.cuny.edu
For Academic Technology at SLU
Mowmita Jabir
Academic Technology Manager
AcademicTech@slu.cuny.edu
Online & Hybrid Programs
Online & Hybrid Certificates
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Advanced(Graduate) Certificate in Workplace Democracy and Community Ownership
Gain the skills required to build more effective democratic workplaces and equitable communities.
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Advanced(Graduate) Certificate in Organizing and Social Change
Attain the theoretical and historical foundations as well the practical skills required to advance in their careers as organizers for social change in their communities and workplaces.
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Certificate in Community Leadership
Gain the skills to effectively participate in political processes on behalf of communities, address issues facing urban residents through community level work.
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Certificate in Organizing and Social Change
Attain the theoretical and historical foundations as well as the practical skills required to advance in their careers as organizers for social change in their communities and workplaces.
Online & Hybrid Classes
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Cooperative Management for a Changing World
URB 613-001
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Power & Strategy
URB 640-001
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Social Movements
URB 642-001
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Work, Culture, and Politics in NYC
LPOL 602-002 and 602-002
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Economic Democracy: History, Theory & Practice
URB 602-001
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Urban Social Problems & Community Development
URB 612-001
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Leadership & Management for Social Change 1
URB 625-001
Student Tools & Resources
New Technologies
- BrightSpace LMS – CUNY SLU’s new learning management system.
CUNY Student Technology
Technical Support and Guides
For assistance with CUNY student technology tools contact IT Service Desk for how-tos and tutorials see student technology guides.
Academic Technology Support
For assistance with academic technology such as Brightspace LMS or Blackboard contact SLU’s Academic Technology Manager at AcademicTech@slu.cuny.edu or 646-313-8362.
Faculty & Staff Online Technology
Professional Development for Faculty & Staff
OLC Workshops for all SLU Faculty & Staff
The Office of Academic Affairs at SLU is excited to offer faculty and staff the opportunity to enhance their skills and knowledge through the Online Learning Consortium (OLC) workshops. These workshops are designed to support professional growth and innovation in online education.
Participants can choose from a variety of engaging 3-day and 7-day workshops that cover a range of topics tailored to enhance teaching and learning experiences. A full list of workshops is available, and detailed schedules and descriptions can be accessed directly via the OLC website.
To enroll in a workshop, simply email AcademicTech@slu.cuny.edu with your name, email address, workshop title, and preferred dates. Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to invest in your professional development and make a meaningful impact in your field.
Academic Technology for Technology Enhanced Teaching
- Create a fluid/seamless learning environment that allows all participants to engage in the learning taking place in the classroom (virtual or present)
- Create a learning environment that facilitates and enables small group discussions
- Create an environment where the virtual and in-person classroom presents a learning experience that is the same time
To learn more contact AcademicTech@slu.cuny.edu
Brightspace Faculty Resources
Access guides, tutorials, and support for using Brightspace, SLU’s learning management system. Whether you’re getting started or need advanced tips, find the resources you need to enhance your teaching.