
90 Years of History: Tracing the Rise of City College
In celebration of the institution’s 90th anniversary, The Guardsman charts the college’s history to illustrate how it has evolved in tandem with the city.
In celebration of the institution’s 90th anniversary, The Guardsman charts the college’s history to illustrate how it has evolved in tandem with the city.
After traveling 2,500 miles up from Veracruz, Mexico, El Rey still had one last journey to make. Only this time, the move was across the street.
The giant Olmec head, “El Rey,” was carved by renowned Mexican sculptor Maestro Ignacio Perez Solano. It is a reproduction of the original piece unearthed in San Lorenzo, Mexico, also known as San Lorenzo #1.
City College unveiled its long-awaited STEAM Building on Dec. 12 with speeches from administrators and a ceremonial ribbon cutting. The facility promises to enhance education in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. Inside, the STEAM Building boasts state-of-the-art facilities. Tall glass windows on every floor offer stunning views, while ample study spaces line the hallways. The building includes chemistry and biology labs, art classrooms, collaborative rooms, and faculty offices. The rooftop provides a serene space with breathtaking views of the campus and surrounding greenery.
The STEAM building, which stands for “sciences, technology, engineering, arts, and math,” will be built on the west side of Frida Kahlo Way and will offer updated facilities to students and faculty.