Health and Safety Resources Finding Work (regularly updated and password protected) Federal Stimulus Check COVID-19 Rapid Response Tax Preparation Stimulus Funding and Unemployment Voting rights Zoom and Google Hangout Tutorials Food Access in NYC Kids and Families Read More
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Category: Alumni Affairs
Faculty Opinion: Food, Nutrition, and Regeneration During COVID-19
This reflection by Jocelyn Apicello, Faculty Advisor in Urban Farming & Sustainability, is part of the Community Voices op-ed series for the BPI Public Health Journal. Through the COVID-19 crisis, BPI alumni, staff, and faculty will be posting reflections about their work and response to… Read More
Alumni Remembrances: The Greatest Lesson I Learned
This reflection by Joseph Alli ‘14 is part of the Community Voices: Remembrances series for the BPI Public Health Journal. Through the COVID-19 crisis, BPI is inviting alumni who have lost loved ones to author and post remembrances here on the BPI Blog. My name… Read More
Alumni Resources: Stimulus Funding and Unemployment
With NYC’s bureaucratic pipeline operating at a slow crawl during this COVID-19 pandemic, we understand that keeping track of policies and legislation can be overwhelming. Whether it be direct cash assistance, or unemployment benefits, we have compiled up-to-date info to help you navigate your financial… Read More
COVID-19 Glossary of Terms
Coronavirus A family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases, such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). The novel coronavirus recently discovered has been named SARS-CoV-2 and it causes COVID-19. COVID-19 The name of… Read More
Alumni Resources: Zoom and Google Hangout Tutorials
Now, more than ever, it is crucial that you are comfortable with using video conferencing tools. Zoom is the most popular of these and the app for BPI communications. It's an excellent way for us to stay connected during this COVID-19 pandemic. Google Hangouts… Read More
Alumni Resources: For Kids and Families
Key Organization Children’s Aid Society: Family organization that has many sites throughout NYC with social workers, teachers and healthcare professionals working to support children. “We know what it takes to ensure children grow up strong and healthy, and ready to thrive in school and life:… Read More
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Alumni Resources: Food Access in NYC
City Harvest: Text the word “Food” to 726879, RSVP to pick up groceries that consist of fresh fruits/vegetables, and some shelf foods at your local pantry, and follow instructions. Amount of groceries will be based on your household size (9 locations available throughout… Read More
BPI Alumnus Joe Williams ’13 Honored in Brooklyn
Congratulations to BPI alumnus Joe Williams '13 who was honored tonight at the Annual Black Leadership Celebration in Brooklyn, hosted by Councilman Antonio Reynoso and Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez in recognition of his work in the community. Williams completed his Associate’s Degree with BPI in 2011… Read More