Message from the Dean, Azadeh Keivani

Welcome to the School of Continuing and Professional Studies at Lehman College.

We live in an extraordinary moment. The world is changing rapidly, technology is accelerating faster than ever, and this shift is a powerful invitation to reimagine what learning can be. There is no better place to answer that call than right here in the Bronx, at a school built to turn opportunity into real momentum for your life.

The future of work is full of possibility. In New York City, the fastest growing fields, including healthcare, artificial intelligence and technology, the green economy, and professional and educational services, offer remarkable paths for those ready to step into them. Our programs already open doors across many of these areas, and we are constantly expanding to meet the opportunities of tomorrow. As industries evolve, the ability to continuously learn and adapt becomes your greatest advantage. Helping you build that advantage is at the heart of our purpose.

That is why innovation and lifelong learning sit at the heart of everything we do. While artificial intelligence transforms nearly every field our students enter, we prepare our graduates to lead that transformation. But a meaningful career requires more than technical expertise. We nurture the curiosity, confidence, and adaptability that empower you to grow into your full potential.

This is the school we are actively building: a place of clear pathways connecting certificates to degrees, programs shaped by real world market opportunities, and a flexible, supportive experience designed for your success. We are aligning our curriculum with tomorrow's economy and expanding access to rewarding career opportunities, so you can confidently map a route toward your unique goals.

Whether you are a working adult returning to complete a degree, a professional reskilling for a new industry, an entrepreneur, an educator, or simply someone curious about what comes next, you belong here.

I invite you to explore all that our school has to offer. I look forward to building this vibrant future together.

Warm regards,

Azadeh Keivani, PhD
Dean, School of Continuing and Professional Studies, Lehman College, City University of New York

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