Student Services

CUNY has a long standing history of sponsoring and conducting activities in support of national and international communities affected by natural disasters.The University is committed to addressing disaster relief situations by raising awareness, implementing service projects and raising funds to assist people affected by natural disasters.There are Campus Relief Coordinators at each CUNY College, who work with student, local community and world-wide relief organizations in the areas of emergency preparedness and assistance.

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Hurricane Sandy Resources and Services

The following resources are available to the CUNY community and include outside agencies offering support and services to students, faculty, and staff dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. Please refer to this website for information and up. For more information, click here >>

 

Want to Help?

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Donate to The CUNY Campaign Give Blood! Find a place to donate blood Volunteer to assist with Hurricane Sandy Recovery  effort through NYC Service As opportunities arise we will contact you.

Volunteer and /or Donate to the Red Cross Donate to The Salvation Army Volunteer at the NY Food Bank Volunteer with Common Cause to Help Voters Affected By Hurricane Sandy

Chancellor Goldstein Announces CUNY Community Hurricane Sandy Relief Council

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The City University of New York Chancellor Matthew Goldstein announced today that he has established a CUNY Community Hurricane Sandy Relief Council to help coordinate funding and volunteer activities to assist members of the CUNY Community – students, faculty and staff — who suffered personal loss and property damage as a result of the storm. >>   

  

previous Disaster Relief Efforts

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earthquake in Turkey 2011

The city of Van in eastern Turkey, recently sustained two major earthquakes in within a period of two weeks.  While all earthquakes are terrible, this region is particularly vulnerable.  It is located in remote, mountainous terrain (elevation of 5,676 feet) and endures long, harsh winters with temperatures hovering around minus 20 degrees. People have lost their homes and all their possessions. Without help, the people of Van, especially children and the elderly, simply will not be able to survive the winter. >>

statement from Chancellor Matthew Goldstein, The City University of New York, on the earthquake in Turkey

October 25, 2011  

All of us at The City University of New York were saddened to learn of the devastating effects of Sunday’s powerful earthquake in Turkey.  On behalf of CUNY, I offer deepest condolences to the residents of eastern Turkey, as well as... >>"

 

Other Statements from Chancellor Matthew GoldsteiN:

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Chancellor’s Statement: Earthquake in Chile and CUNY’s Relief Efforts

March 1, 2010   "We are deeply saddened by the tragic impact of the devastating earthquake in Chile. Our heartfelt prayers are very much with all Chileans everywhere, including CUNY students, faculty, staff... >> "

Chancellor’s Statement: Earthquake in Haiti and CUNY’s Relief Efforts

January 14, 2010  "...Many of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni trace their ancestry to Haiti and may have family members, friends, and colleagues in the affected areas...>> "