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    FALL 2024

    The fitness center will be opened September 3, 2024 to December 13, 2024

    Finals week 12/15 to 12/21/24-11am to 4pm, G-303

    For the schedue go to the fitness center page

     All activities are coed

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    News

    2020 Northeast Regional Conference for the ACDA

    Faculty members Emily Berry, Nicole McClam, Kevin McEwen and Aviva Geismar accompanied 9 students from the Dance Program to the Northeast Regional Conference for the American College Dance Association last week in Potsdam, NY. Sophomores Victoria Edwards and Jalisa Wallerson performed Victoria’s dance, "Burden", on an adjudicated concert, and the piece was selected for performance in the conference gala at the culmination of the conference - a significant honor for Victoria and Jalisa. Faculty member Kevin McEwen brought his work, "Sabar Rek," created in collaboration with guest artist Bakari Fall, to the adjudicated concert as well. The piece was beautifully performed by Chyna Bennett, Sany’aa Browne, Victoria Edwards, Hallie Langaigne, Helen Maldonado and Nadia Simmons. Malisha St. John gave a moving performance of her solo work, "Clipped", on the informal concert. We were delighted that dance major Lisa Ramlall was also able to attend the conference. The students took advantage of the many activities at the conference including participating in multiple dance classes, attending performances, panel discussions and feedback sessions and interacting with faculty and students from many colleges in our region. Thank you also to rehearsal director, Crystal Craigen, and musicians Bakari Fall and El Haji Faye. Please join me in congratulating these students on their success.

  • Massage Therapy Students conducting seated massages at the CUNY Law School

    Announcements

    Massage Therapy Clinic will open Thursday, October 17, 2024

    Welcome back for the Fall 2024 semester

    Hours of Operation:

    Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday: 12:00PM, 1:30PM, and 3:00PM

    Wednesday:  1:00PM, 2:30PM and 4:00PM

    Please Call 718 631-6007 for appointments

    Offering Swedish, Relaxation and Deep Tissue Massages performed by Advanced MT students under the supervision of MT faculty. We look forward to seeing you all very soon.

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    Announcements

    QCC Dance Accredited by NASD

    The QCC Dance Program has been accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD). QCC is the only Community College in NY State or New Jersey with the accreditation and one of only 4 colleges in NY or NJ to be accredited.

Associate in Science (A.S.) Public Health Program

The Department of Health, Physical Education and Dance is excited to announce the State of New York has approved a new Associate in Science degree program in Public Health Program - a joint venture between HPED and Biology.

Public health refers to "the science of preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting health". Public Health is projected to be among the top 10 majors at the 4-year CUNY colleges. There are many career opportunities in Public Health - this site lists 100 of the most common jobs

For advisement please contact:
HPED: Andrea Salis, Alicia Sinclair, Rosemary Iconis, Lana Zinger
Biology: Anuradha Srivasrava, Monica Trujillo, David Klarberg, Mangala Tawde.

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The Department of Health, Physical Education and Dance provides:

  • Academic programs to prepare students for further studies and careers in nutrition, physical education, exercise science, personal training, dance, massage therapy and emergency medical technician

  • Health and physical education courses that fulfill degree requirements - courses are designed to enable students to develop analytical reasoning skills in order to make informed health decisions and build a foundation for lifetime optimum fitness and wellness

  • Instruction in physical activities, including aquatics, dance, and team sports and lifetime fitness activities

  • Clubs, recreation, intramural and intercollegiate activities for the QCC students, faculty and staff

  • Continuing education courses for all ages, from youth to seniors that serve the health, social and recreational needs of community

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Department Mission and Goals

Mission

It is the mission of the Health, Physical Education and Dance Department to provide academic and community programs that advocate and promotes physically active and healthy lifestyles.

Goals

  1. To provide rigorous academic programs that prepare students for further studies and careers in Health, Nutrition, Physical Education, Exercise Science, Dance and Massage Therapy
  2. To provide learning experiences designed for students to develop analytical reasoning skills in order to make informed health decisions and build a foundation for lifetime optimum fitness and wellness
  3. To provide a broad program of instructional activities, recreation and intramurals that serve the health, social, cultural and recreational needs of our College community

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Campus Cultural Centers

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Kupferberg Holocaust Center Opens in a new window

The KHC uses the lessons of the Holocaust to educate current and future generations about the ramifications of unbridled prejudice, racism and stereotyping.

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QPAC: Performing Arts CenterOpens in a new window

QPAC is an invaluable entertainment company in this region with a growing national reputation. The arts at QPAC continues to play a vital role in transforming lives and building stronger communities.

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QCC Art Gallery

The QCC Art Gallery of the City University of New York is a vital educational and cultural resource for Queensborough Community College, the Borough of Queens and the surrounding communities.