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Apply to Project Rise, Fall 2013, today!

We’re accepting applications for Project Rise, Fall 2013!

Do you know someone between 18-24 who is not enrolled in school, not employed, resides in NYC and is looking for a comprehensive GED® or pre-GED® program? Project Rise can assist them in achieving their academic and employments goals. We are excited to offer this program to young adults and would appreciate your help spreading the word about what we do. Participants are eligible to receive:

Up to 5 college credits
Paid internships
Job placement assistance
Resume building assistance
Counseling services
College enrollment assistance
Full access to KCC facilities

Project Rise is located on Kingsborough Community College’s beautiful beachfront campus. Space is limited and classes begin in October, 2013, so contact us today. If you have any questions about the program, please contact us at 718.368.6600 or ProjectRise@kbcc.cuny.edu.

Kingsborough Community College
Project Rise, T7-115
2001 Oriental Blvd
Brooklyn, NY 11235

 

Jobs for a Healthier Diet and a Stronger Economy

The New York City Food Policy Center at Hunter College just released “Jobs for a Healthier Diet and a Stronger Economy” which cites KCC as an institution that supports the creation of valuable food jobs. Our own Babette Audant, Executive Director of CEWD and Assistant Professor of Culinary Arts at KCC was part of this research team. The report looks to the food sector to answer questions about creating fair and safe jobs, promoting economic development, and making food healther and accessible to all New Yorkers.

You can read the full report here:

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