The presentation will highlight inclusive teaching and engagement strategies developed through the CUNY Unlimited Program that are adaptable to any learning environment! 

A panel of students, staff, and faculty from Kingsborough, Hostos, Borough of Manhattan and Queens Colleges (that are all part of CUNY) will share joyful moments from meaningful faculty relationships to internship successes and involvement in inclusive creative art projects, together with ongoing barriers to access. 

The session will also examine the evolution of the Kingsborough Faculty Interest Group into a CUNY-wide Engagement Group as a transferable supportive and inclusive professional development model. 

Through student-led storytelling, collaborative problem solving, and open dialogue, participants will be inspired and will gain practical, research-based strategies to strengthen inclusive course design, self-advocacy, and institutional change. Come join in this important conversation!