Transition Academy at Medgar Evers

10/17/2026

Make a dollar out of 15 cents!

Sophia Smart, a proud Medgar Evers College alumna, returned to make a lasting impact by facilitating an engaging and empowering workshop for our L.E.A.P. students!

Drawing from her own experiences as a student, Sophia shared valuable lessons on saving, budgeting, and making every dollar count.

She showed our students how to stretch their dollars, make smart financial decisions, and turn 15 cents into a dollar!

Thank you, Sophia, for pouring into our students and equipping them with financial skills they can carry with them for a lifetime!

10/16/2026

Serving our community with fresh produce and full hearts! Together, we’re nourishing families, spreading kindness, and building a healthier community.

10/15/2026

Council Member Crystal Hudson spent the afternoon at Medgar Evers College’s Community Pantry, helping distribute fresh produce and shelf-stable food to students and members of the surrounding community.

We are grateful for Council Member Crystal Hudson's continued support and commitment to helping ensure our community has access to fresh, nutritious food. Thank you for standing with us in support of our students and neighbors!

09/12/2026

Her Story. Her Voice. Her Truth.

Medgar Evers College student and aspiring medical professional Aaliyah Bartholomew courageously shares her personal journey with food insecurity, from childhood through her college experience.

Her story reminds us that food insecurity is about more than hunger. It’s about having access to nourishment, dignity, care, and support.

Through organizations and programs such as the Transition Academy and World Food Movement, students are receiving more than meals. They’re receiving the care, resources, and support they need to stay focused on their education, goals, and dreams.

Watch the full video to hear Aaliyah’s powerful story and learn how community partnerships are helping students overcome food insecurity and thrive.

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08/26/2026

Community. Compassion. Commitment.

In a time when rising food prices and growing food insecurity are impacting families across our community, the Medgar Evers College Transition Academy continues to stand strong as a vital lifeline for those in need.

Through outreach, support, and service, we are helping put essential resources within reach and reminding our students and community that no one should have to face food insecurity alone.

This is more than providing food, it’s about nourishing families, empowering individuals, and strengthening the foundation of our community.

08/26/2026

Building Community Through Collaboration and Service

Students from the EdD–Higher Education Administration program at Baruch College’s Marxe School partnered with the Medgar Evers College Transition Academy to support the local community by distributing fresh produce, shelf-stable foods, and clothing.

This meaningful collaboration brought together two CUNY institutions with a shared commitment to service, community engagement, and making a positive impact.

We are proud of the students for putting their learning into action and demonstrating the power of higher education to strengthen and support the communities we serve.

08/10/2026

Meet the Hearts Behind Transition Academy (TA)

Every student we support has a story, and behind TA are people who care deeply about helping those stories unfold.

Meet our dedicated staff, interns, and volunteers and hear what brought them to Transition Academy, what inspires them, and why they continue to give their time, talents, and hearts to our community.

Watch their stories. Feel their passion. Discover what Transition Academy means to them.

Link to view video: https://youtu.be/WeA65-6g4Ws

Because Transition Academy isn’t just about what we do, it’s about the people who make it possible.

Behind Transition Academy (TA) are dedicated staff, interns, and vo...

07/18/2026

🥬 Food Is a Human Right 🥬

Medgar Evers College’s Cougar Country Pantry recently distributed more than 150 bags of fresh produce, shelf-stable food, and frozen fish and chicken through its Pop-Up Community Pantry, supporting households representing approximately 1,133 family members. This initiative reflects our ongoing efforts to addressing food insecurity among our students and in our surrounding community.

We are grateful to our staff, volunteers, partners, and supporters who make this work possible.

07/15/2026

🌭💙 Community is stronger when we come together!

A heartfelt thank you to Nathan's Famous for generously donating hot dogs for July's Food Bank For New York City Mobile Pantry at Medgar Evers College, CUNY.

Together, we distributed Nathan's Famous hot dogs, fresh produce, and shelf-stable foods to help address food insecurity and provide nutritious meals to students and families throughout our community.

We were also thrilled to welcome Women's Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Champion, Miki Sudo along with fellow competitors from Major League Eating who volunteered their time and energy to support this meaningful community initiative.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Food Bank For New York City for its continued partnership and unwavering commitment to helping us provide essential food resources to Medgar Evers College students and our surrounding community.

At the Transition Academy, we believe that access to nutritious food is fundamental to student success. Through the strength of our community partnerships, we continue working together to build a healthier, stronger, and more resilient community for all.

Thank you to everyone who made this Mobile Pantry a success! 💙🌭

05/11/2026

Not only was food distributed during Mother’s Day weekend, but new and gently used clothing was also given out to families and individuals in the community! This helped to provide comfort, support, and dignity to members during the special holiday weekend.