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Discussion on implementing proposed initiatives and CUNY's request for support
1:11:51
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59 sec
Council Member Eric Dinowitz inquires about how the city council can help implement three proposed ideas. CUNY Vice Chancellor Reine Sarmiento responds by emphasizing the importance of funding and future accountability.
- Sarmiento states that funding the three initiatives would significantly benefit students
- She invites the council to hold CUNY accountable by requesting data on increased retention and graduation rates
- Sarmiento emphasizes that the investment should demonstrate solid returns for New York City
Eric Dinowitz
1:11:51
And what help can we in the city council be in making sure that these three ideas are implemented?
Reine Sarmiento
1:12:06
The support in being able to fund those three initiatives would be a significant a significant advantage to the students.
1:12:22
If we are able to do this, I would hope, chair Dinovitz, that you would have us come back and say we want to hear the data.
1:12:33
We want to hear the increase in retention.
1:12:35
We want to hear the amount that's graduated and so I'm hoping you hold us accountable through demonstrate that if the investment is made that it be a solid investment in New York City.